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Top therapists in Gardena, CA accepting new patients

Looking for therapy in Gardena? Our network of 9,009 licensed providers offers flexible scheduling and compassionate care. Serving Gardena neighborhoods and surrounding areas like Torrance and Manhattan Beach, we support talk therapy and medication management with many sessions covered by insurance.

Maria Baldasseroni

Maria Baldasseroni

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Studio City, CA


“I offer a space of sincere empathy and emotional safety to explore, learn and grow from discomfort and unease.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lory Khoudikian

Lory Khoudikian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Glendale, CA


“I am empathic, warm, and genuine. Mainly through a collaborative approach, I empower clients and emphasize the importance of having choices as well as responsibility in life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ryan Lisman

Ryan Lisman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Burbank, CA


“I employ a humanistic therapy approach that is client-centered and tailored to your individual therapeutic needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sharie Stines

Dr. Sharie Stines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • La Habra, CA


“With decades of experience and a trauma-informed background, I bring a compassionate, comprehensive approach to therapy.”
Anger management, PTSD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Eliana Kohanzad

Eliana Kohanzad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Encino, CA


“I believe in a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach, where I listen deeply to both your words and your emotions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Campo

Linda Campo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Glendale, CA


“Linda's commitment is to collaborative partnership with clients to achieve their chosen goals and to improve their quality of life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nancy Graies

Dr. Nancy Graies

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I'm passionate about connecting with people who feel like something is holding them back from living the life they want — from showing up as their authentic self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Meredith Murdock

Meredith Murdock

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I truly believe that connection breeds resilience. My goal is not only to support your healing, but to help cultivate a greater sense of community, belonging, and joy in your life and in the world around you.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jonna Tamases

Jonna Tamases

Therapist

In-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


Let's start wherever you are. Stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Unmotivated? Feel like you're faking it through life? I'm with you. I welcome you to be heard, to let down and rest. I support you in working through past events, discovering your true self, and learning new skills to empower you. I work with individuals in person in my cozy office in Pasadena.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Moen

Jennifer Moen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I use EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and trauma-responsive interventions in a direct and grounded way to facilitate meaningful, sustainable change.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Megan Galloway

Megan Galloway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is warm, holistic, and trauma-informed, recognizing that our past experiences, relationships, and nervous system all play a role in how we feel today.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Gisoo Mohandesi

Gisoo Mohandesi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


“She believes that every client has unique strengths and resilience, and she is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Beldner-Martinez

Erin Beldner-Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I'm a licensed therapist who believes therapy works best when clients feel safe, understood and are met with compassion.”
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Reiner

Sharon Reiner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe you are already fully equipped to heal and find well-being. My role is to help you uncover and access those innate qualities.”
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aracely Sorrels

Aracely Sorrels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Whittier, CA


I'm a multicultural first generation female. I enjoy having the privilege to work with a variety of people in an effort to improve lives.

Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucy Guadagnuolo

Lucy Guadagnuolo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is collaborative and person-centered, recognizing that you are the expert in your own story.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adena Sarkian

Adena Sarkian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I believe healing begins when we acknowledge all the parts of who we are: the dutiful part, the exhausted part, the part that carries shame, and the part that was never given permission to grieve.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carly Dosh

Carly Dosh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“We all deserve a place to talk with someone who we know will not judge or shame us, but instead walk along side us, holding hope and strength until we can hold it ourselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Claudia Shields

Dr. Claudia Shields

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“Together we will create a safe and warm healing relationship, where you feel heard, seen, and deeply known, so that you can heal and grow.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaime Morse

Jaime Morse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


“I believe that therapy is most effective when it provides a safe, collaborative space to understand how past experiences continue to shape present patterns—and how those patterns can change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrea James

Andrea James

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Montrose, CA


My expertise is in child and adolescent anxiety reduction, OCD, autism and ADHD. My goal is to provide education to kids and their parents about anxiety and related and co-occurring conditions. I also frequently treat phobias, separation anxiety, emotion regulation issues, school refusal, learning disabilities, trauma, giftedness and 2e.

I am also experienced in helping adults and children navigate issues related to divorce including coparenting, custody planning, divorce navigation from considering separation (discernment) through divorce mediation/proceedings to post judgment. I also have expertise in helping adults navigate post separation abuse, domestic violence and coercive control.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessi York

Jessi York

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and adult individuals. I work collaboratively to explore the underlying negative patterns that cause you to feel stuck. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions, therapy can be a powerful space to gain insight and feel less alone.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jakuta Ptah

Jakuta Ptah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


“My approach is collaborative, curious, and practical. I like to understand not only what you are struggling with, but why a pattern may have developed and what purpose it has been serving.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cristina Curiel

Cristina Curiel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


“I specialize in supporting women of color and women who identify as highly sensitive, introverted, or quietly struggling.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Mi Han

Dr. Mi Han

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Fullerton, CA


“I strive to create a safe, supportive apace where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable throughout your care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Mideum Timothy Kim

Dr. Mideum Timothy Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Fullerton, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—not just symptoms—by understanding each individual's unique background, strengths, and challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ofelia Oundjian

Ofelia Oundjian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Glendale, CA


“My goal as a clinician is to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel truly seen, heard and valued for who they are.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucinda Guarino

Lucinda Guarino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My overarching purpose is to see others mentally and emotionally empowered and prepared with tools that promote successful career and personal development.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Michelle Johnson

Michelle Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“My approach is attachment-focused and trauma-informed, drawing on EMDR, somatic therapy to help clients not just talk about their struggles, but truly feel different in their relationships and daily lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carly Rose Schwan

Carly Rose Schwan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Encino, CA


“I offer a space where you can feel deeply heard, gently challenged, and supported as you move toward meaningful and values-aligned change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Totten

Heather Totten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Encino, CA


“Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your authentic self, I offer a compassionate and supportive space...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Encino, CA


“My areas of specialization are trauma and anxiety disorders, as well as depression and disorders of childhood/adolescence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hilda Rojani

Hilda Rojani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Encino, CA


“My goal is to help you improve your mood, gain effective coping skills, and establish therapeutic goals so you can navigate life transitions, relationships, and stressors with greater resilience and well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Gomez Lezama

Jessica Gomez Lezama

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Encino, CA


I've always been fascinated by the resilience of the human spirit. If you are working through what happened without judgment and identity what could help you keep going.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Knarik Oganesyan

Knarik Oganesyan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Burbank, CA


“Clients can expect a focus on solutions, and work on creating achieveable actions that can help them reach their goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Clint Nacar

Clint Nacar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“With the collaboration of each patient, Mr. Nacar strives to develop individualized plans of care addressing each patient's unique situation and concerns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Vivienne Peng

Vivienne Peng

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“I believe that healing begins in a safe, nonjudgmental space. My integrative treatment approach includes medication management, psychotherapy-informed techniques, psychoeducation, and holistic strategies rooted in trauma-informed care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
David Ly

David Ly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“I prioritize learning where each individual has been and where they want to go, rather than rushing toward a diagnosis.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jackson Tea

Jackson Tea

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach is rooted in creating a supportive, collaborative space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to take an active role in your treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Madison Allen

Madison Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Arcadia, CA


“I enjoy incorporating creativity, games, conversation, and other interactive approaches when appropriate, whether I'm working with children, adolescents, adults, or families.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Gardena, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Gardena, CA
There are over 135 therapists in Gardena, CA accepting new patients.
135+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 96%Anxiety
  • 88%Relationship issues
  • 87%Depression
  • 77%Stress management
  • 74%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 67%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 53%Providence Health Plan
  • 47%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 16%Spanish
  • 4%Armenian
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%French
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 70%Woman
  • 27%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 60%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 33%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Gardena

Searching for therapists in Gardena starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist experience matches that need. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties and approach match what you want to address. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, or family therapy.

Gardena has local therapy options, and nearby areas like Torrance, Hawthorne, Carson, and Manhattan Beach may add more choices. If local appointment times are limited, virtual therapy can expand access to therapists licensed in California. As you narrow your search, consider appointment availability, whether a therapist offers in-person or virtual sessions, and whether a free phone consultation is available. Reading therapist profiles before booking can help you understand their communication style, session structure, and areas of focus.

Therapy in Gardena can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, show estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront, and are accepting new patients. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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