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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in California

Find the right therapist in California with Aetna insurance on Headway. Our 8,800 providers offer flexible scheduling, and many clients save up to 75% on sessions with insurance coverage included.

Dr. Jordan Blankenship

Dr. Jordan Blankenship

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have 10+ year experience working with women of all ages recover from anxiety, perfectionism, "stuck-ness", low self-worth and co-dependency.”
Aetna + 15 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Mary Entezar

Mary Entezar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Struggling with anxious thoughts or self-doubt? I work with young adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. Together, we’ll build coping skills and create a personalized plan for growth that feels empowering and achievable.


Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I help clients navigate anxiety, self-doubt, and life changes with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected—to yourself and the life you want to create.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Mary Wade

Mary Wade

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Mary, and I want you to know that whatever's bringing you here — anxiety that won't quiet down, a relationship that's fraying, grief you can't shake, or patterns you keep repeating despite your best efforts — you don't have to figure it out alone. I've worked with individuals, couples, families, and teens facing some of life's hardest chapters, and I genuinely believe that the right support at the right time changes everything.


I'm California-licensed and offer telehealth sessions statewide, which means flexible, private care from wherever you're most comfortable. I accept Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, and Carelon Behavioral Health, and I'm happy to help you understand your benefits before your first session.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Velvet Tabb

Velvet Tabb

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower clients to face their fears, reduce distress, and move toward a life that is guided by their values rather than their anxiety.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kiran Dhami

Kiran Dhami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a dual board-certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in both Family Practice and Psychiatric Mental Health. With a foundation in whole-person, evidence-based care, I integrate medical management with psychotherapy and lifestyle interventions to support mental and physical wellness.

My background spans outpatient psychiatry, primary care, home health, and assisted living settings, allowing me to understand the unique needs of patients across all stages of life. I have extensive experience treating mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and chronic medical comorbidities that impact emotional well-being.

I believe in creating a collaborative, compassionate, and culturally sensitive environment where patients feel heard and empowered to take an active role in their care. My approach focuses on building balance—supporting both the mind and body—through medication management, therapy, and integrative care strategies.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Maddie Asghari

Maddie Asghari

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I specialize in complex presentations because mental health exists within your entire life experience, relationships, cultural background, and personal history.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Clarence Johnson

Clarence Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am deeply attuned to the intersections of race, identity, and mental health, creating a safe, affirming space for healing.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Sherri Crespin

Sherri Crespin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I recognize that seeking help for stigmatized conditions like personality disorders takes tremendous courage, especially after negative experiences with providers.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Dyamon White

Dyamon White

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a warm environment. It will feel warm and non-judgemental, giving my client space to speak about whatever is impeding at that time.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Janie Zuniga

Janie Zuniga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to feel supported, safe, and validated. They can learn new tools and interventions to accomplish their goals of therapy and manage their mental health struggles.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Ninoska Fonseca

Ninoska Fonseca

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is strength based and collaborative. In therapy I will help you to identify and use your resilient qualities to facilitate practical solutions that are self-directed and unique to your needs and well-being.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Taiye Beoghene

Taiye Beoghene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My greatest strength is my ability to genuinely connect with people and make them feel understood without judgment.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Simone Zeschuk

Simone Zeschuk

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She is deeply passionate about helping people who struggle with eating disorders and body image concerns.”
Aetna + 12 others
Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hanna Jeong

Hanna Jeong

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am especially passionate about validating and affirming the lived experiences of LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I see our relationship as a true partnership. While I bring clinical knowledge and evidence-based treatment approaches, you bring the most important element—intimate knowledge of your own experience, strengths, and goals.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nelly Garcia-Perez

Nelly Garcia-Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been helping individuals navigate difficult life transitions, stress and personal issues for 10 years.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Michael Metz

Michael Metz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I spent three years training under one of California's leading anxiety experts, where I specialized in treating anxiety disorders and OCD.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Edelstein

Cynthia Edelstein

Therapist

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“I blend traditional talk therapy with art therapy, using visual metaphors to help clients access unconscious patterns and deeper insights.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Emma Crissman

Emma Crissman

Therapist

Virtual • California


As your therapist, I take a collaborative, non-judgmental, experiential approach to psychotherapy. I will join you in creating a deeper understanding of yourself and your life by helping you organize your emotions and attuning to the sensations throughout your body. Through our work, you will gain a wholesome sense of who you are. With safety and connection we will build tolerance to life’s experiences. Allowing you to engage fully with life through the trust that is created within yourself.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samira Soroory

Samira Soroory

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to create a safe and calm atmosphere for my clients. I put an emphasis on mindfulness and becoming insightful to your own patterns.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ellen Case

Ellen Case

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm genuinely interested in what's happening beneath the surface of your life — not just the symptoms, but the patterns, the history, the stories you've been telling yourself for a long time.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Lisa Jonsson

Dr. Lisa Jonsson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I empower clients with workplace stress, relationship, parenting and other stressors, by optimizing coping strategies, and providing a warm, safe, non-judgmental, space.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Ermal Cela

Ermal Cela

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The goal is to help you create a greater sense of self-awareness so you can unlock positive changes in your life — so you can feel joy in being you, and meet your relationship with courage and openness.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Humorous, Participatory
Dr. Thai Le

Dr. Thai Le

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges. Seeking help can feel like a big step, but it is also a powerful one. I offer a collaborative and nonjudgemental space for discovering strengths and with helping you feel empowered.

Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Bishay

Christopher Bishay

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that every person's story is unique, and I approach therapy with curiosity and compassion.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Nicola Wilson

Nicola Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Eureka, CA


“I use a reflective listening approach to therapy and empower my clients with information about brain chemistry and functioning.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Bingen

Amy Bingen

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Amy Bingen, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and drama therapist with experience supporting adolescents, adults, and older adults in outpatient and residential settings. I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Drama Therapy from Lesley University. I specialize in trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety and mood disorders, and co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebeca Manzanilla

Rebeca Manzanilla

Therapist

Virtual • Ventura, CA


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a passion in working with humans and assisting them in becoming their authentic self.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Beverly Stocks

Beverly Stocks

Therapist

Virtual • Clovis, CA


“My goal is to have each client walk away feeling heard, supported, enlightened, and one step closer to wellness.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Kasandra Frederick

Kasandra Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to providing a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Dr. Sharon Lavin

Dr. Sharon Lavin

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I strongly believe that collaboration between a client and the client's therapist allows for the exploration of difficult parts of life.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Denisa Hoxha

Denisa Hoxha

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about instilling hope in my clients, I am compassionate and empathetic, and I am goal oriented...”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Cheryl Moss

Cheryl Moss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Woodland Hills, CA


I'm a licensed psychotherapist with 34 years of experience. I do my best to meet you "where you are" and to offer compassionate presence as you progress through your personal process of self-discovery, self-identification, and evolution.

I'm honored to be part of your journey of transformation. I approach sessions in collaboration, as you learn to free yourself from judgment, criticism, and pain; to change negative perceptions that do not serve; and to experience more ease and peace in life.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Arrieta

Melissa Arrieta

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love to come alongside your journey to help give you a caring and supportive space while you a new perspective.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Lisa Minster

Lisa Minster

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that everyone's journey is unique, and by focusing on your strengths, I can help you make meaningful changes that truly make a difference.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Okojie

Cynthia Okojie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, we deliver excellent, evidence-based, compassionate care to adult patients.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Glenda Dillingham

Glenda Dillingham

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I am Glenda Dillingham, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I have been practicing for over 30 years, helping empower clients to thrive in spite of adversity. I specialize in helping survivors of trauma to heal.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Deborah Wagner

Deborah Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“Together in a safe environment we will work mindfully in the here and now, looking back at your history when we need to...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Marlene Glenn

Marlene Glenn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, focused, and deeply collaborative. I offer talk therapy that is both compassionate and practical, aiming to help you feel relief and see real shifts in a relatively short time.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Francis Capalbo

Francis Capalbo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that all of us have personal strengths that can be employed in the service of therapy, and that one of my jobs is to encourage clients to recognize their resilience and to build on same.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.