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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Gardena, CA

Headway connects Gardena residents with Aetna-covered therapy and medication management services, offering flexible scheduling and an average savings of 75% on sessions. With providers available within two weeks and free intake consultations, starting your mental health journey is accessible and convenient.

Cristine Vita

Cristine Vita

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm warm, collaborative, and not a "blank-slate therapist." I bring my whole authentic self in the hopes that you will too.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Anton Yanagisawa

Dr. Anton Yanagisawa

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I integrate different theoretical approaches in order to tailor a treatment that is most meaningful to you and relevant to your presenting challenge.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Jamie Harmon

Jamie Harmon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't just listen — I help you identify patterns, challenge what's keeping you stuck, and build practical skills.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Coleman

Ashley Coleman

Psychologist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Coleman blends empathy, humor, and compassionate exploration to facilitate clients' discovery of long-standing beliefs that are producing unpleasant feelings and maintaining undesirable behaviors.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Scott Barrett

Scott Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • California


Clients often describe me as warm, approachable, and easy to talk to. I aim to create a supportive and engaging space where you feel safe to be emotionally open, while also bringing a sense of ease.

At the core of my style is curiosity. I’m drawn to the “why” - why we feel, think, and respond to life the way we do. I take a holistic and at times existential approach, exploring not just immediate challenges, but the deeper patterns, life transitions, and questions of meaning that shape your experience.

I draw from a wide range of personal and professional experiences, including working directly with and overseeing a large and diverse group of clients. This allows me to adapt different techniques and perspectives to support growth, insight, and lasting change. Throughout the process, I remain thoughtful, engaged, and focused on what will be most helpful for you.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Katrin Reyes

Katrin Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


“I specialize in working with women in recovery from eating disorders and other addictions as well as more solution focused work due to life changes & challenges.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Guthrie

Heather Guthrie

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to work as a partner with my clients, supportive, comfortable, goal directed; we set the compass and navigate a way to client's individualized goals.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Ellis

Melissa Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tailor therapy to each person's unique story, helping clients build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Maida Ferraes

Maida Ferraes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, compassionate, and patient. We carry many judgments from the world and ourselves, we do not need any additional pressure.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Mirna Beltran

Mirna Beltran

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring experience from clinical and social service settings and work with you to make therapy feel approachable, safe, and meaningful.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shaudi Adel

Shaudi Adel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is to help you create a "life worth living" in which you can be the best version of yourself and feel more confident in the resilient person you are.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurel Weissman

Laurel Weissman

Therapist

Virtual • California


We can all feel overwhelmed by persistent sadness, anxiety, or racing thoughts. Major life shifts—like a career change, relationship end, parenting, or new phase of life—can be difficult to navigate. You do not have to figure it out alone.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to helping adults break free from painful emotional patterns and reclaim a sense of control. My practice specializes in treating mood disorders and guiding individuals through challenging life transitions.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Piran Mehta

Piran Mehta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“During an intake session with me you can expect having a non judgmental conversation and piece together a complete history of yourself...”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Celeste Cruz

Celeste Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a somatic psychotherapist that specializes in self-worth, codependency, inner child/parts, relationships, and generational trauma.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Daniel Sanders

Daniel Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take exceptional care in listening and understanding relationships. I take a non-judgmental therapeutic stance with a general goal of enhancing one's capacity to cope with change and to enhance personal and professional relationships and...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Ana Ruiz

Ana Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My priority is to walk alongside you on your journey, providing a safe and supportive space where you feel truly heard and valued.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Dr. Jun He

Dr. Jun He

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“We will explore the difference between where you are and where you'd like to be and work on a roadmap of how to get there.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Calista Ezeokoye

Calista Ezeokoye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Calista is both a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Erika Kosterlitzky

Erika Kosterlitzky

Therapist

Virtual • California


I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.

Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Jzeela Gheisar

Jzeela Gheisar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You deserve happiness, a fulfilling life, and I'd be honored to walk alongside your journey to discovery and change.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Gabriella Sharp

Gabriella Sharp

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and over four years of experience working with children, adults, and couples. I’m certified in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and am passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges with warmth, curiosity, and support. I create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.

Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Sharpe

Sarah Sharpe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I guide deep feelers out of anxiety, self-doubt, and feeling unfulfilled, into radical self-trust, self-acceptance, and ease.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dale Hiebert

Dr. Dale Hiebert

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds during and after my formal education. I take a relational and interpersonal approach, highlighting the importance of relationships in the development of individuals and how these relationships impact present thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Mitra Shabani

Mitra Shabani

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is most effective when you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rodolfo Morales

Dr. Rodolfo Morales

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Los Gatos, CA


20 year plus experience in varied mental health venues -- private office, inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, clinic-based case management.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Reina Foxworthy

Reina Foxworthy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping Gen Z and Millennials to manage anxiety and mood changes caused by the fast-paced world we’re living in.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elsie Iwegbu

Elsie Iwegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I offer a supportive and judgment-free space to help you manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, and mood disorders. I work with children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based care that’s tailored to your needs. My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered within the family. Let’s walk this journey together, one step at a time.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rhea Arias

Rhea Arias

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Encino, CA


“Clients often describe my style as warm, clear, and empowering. I work especially well with adults and adolescents from diverse backgrounds, immigrant, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent communities.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ansar Malik

Ansar Malik

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I provide an open and safe space for clients to feel heard and ask questions so that they can make informed decisions about their care.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Lee

Sharon Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Jolla, CA


“With over 7 years of Nurse Practitioner experience, she takes a holistic approach to medication management, carefully tailoring treatment to meet the individual needs of each client.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stephen Stepanovich

Stephen Stepanovich

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I believe in doing deep emotional work — but I also believe in laughing when we need to, because connection isn't always serious business.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Tandrea Thysell

Tandrea Thysell

Therapist

Virtual • Stockton, CA


Hi, I'm Tandrea Thysell, a California-based Marriage & Family Therapist. I've been providing therapy for most of my life (I think I was born to do this!), but professionally for more than 10 years.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joann Ezeibe

Joann Ezeibe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel genuinely heard and understood, and where we can talk openly about what you're going through without shame or stigma.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Direct, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marina Lujan

Marina Lujan

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I specialize in supporting clients who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Samuel Brumit

Dr. Samuel Brumit

Therapist

Virtual • San Marcos, CA


“Sam uses treatment goals tailored to the people he works with and clients can expect his approach to be goal based.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Maneesh Saini

Maneesh Saini

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a curious and compassionate presence to the work, lending both my heart and mind to the process of self-exploration, self-understanding, and healing.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriela Ruiz

Gabriela Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a psychodynamic approach that will help us get to the root of the cause, and a holistic approach in therapy.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Tim Korm

Tim Korm

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I conduct a thorough evaluation of both your mental and physical symptoms, focusing on how they interact to shape your overall well-being.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Karen Derman

Karen Derman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Do you ever wonder if you, a loved one, or a friend have ADHD or Autism? You deserve a therapist who truly gets it and I am the one for you. Neurodiversity has been the heart of my work for most of my 40 years in practice. I spent 15 years at Kaiser, where I helped create and lead autism programs across Southern California. Today I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, and I focus on adults.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Amanda Yates

Amanda Yates

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! My approach is centered in the belief that authentic connection with ourselves and others heals. Therapy is an opportunity to dive deep, to develop greater self knowledge, to come into wholeness, accepting and integrating all of our parts and aligning our lives with our Truth and the fullness of who we are. I look forward to the opportunity to support you.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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Aetna plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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