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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in California

Access mental health support across California with Headway's 6,921 licensed providers. With Cigna coverage, copays range from $0-$30 per session. Choose in-person or virtual care and connect with a provider as soon as next day.

Dzevad Hujdurovic

Dzevad Hujdurovic

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach revolves from CBT and Accept and Commitment Therapy. In addition, I seek to build off of client's strengths and tailor treatment towards client's unique needs and circumstances.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Rebecca Braunstein

Rebecca Braunstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“By strengthening awareness and self-attunement, one can truly begin to become enlightened and embrace healing.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Emma Mefom

Emma Mefom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a calm, supportive non-judgmental space where I invite my clients to explore challenges, build insight, and develop practical tools for lasting change.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Rincon

Angela Rincon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to reconnect with yourself in a meaningful way.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Lauran Jacks

Dr. Lauran Jacks

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to work with my clients/patients by meeting them where they are in their process, hearing and learning what might be effective for them, and utilize psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Adriane Pippins

Adriane Pippins

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I value relationships and meeting individuals where they are. I believe that using individuals' strengths and building a relationship are essential to the therapeutic process.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Parinaz Golozar Basiri

Parinaz Golozar Basiri

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am EMDR trained. EMDR is recognized as an effective form of treatment for trauma and other disturbing experiences by the American Psychiatric Association.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Karen Mccrary

Karen Mccrary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tracy, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT 123208. I worked as a teacher and decided to go back to school and continue my education, to enable me to work with families, couples and individuals in a therapeutic setting. My focus is family, marriage and couples counseling. I have experience working with families that have unconventional lifestyles. In addition, I have experience working with couples, teens, groups and children. I have worked with the school district as a mental health counselor, as well as conducted group therapy in all settings. I am trained in Gottman Method for Couples and Bariatric Assessment certified.

•Couples Counseling •Specialization in Gottman Method and Sex Therapy. Individual Adult, Tween & Teen Counseling •Anger Management, ADHD, ADD. Certified Bariatric Assessments. Supervision for Interns. Family Therapy, and court appointed therapist for Reunification Therapy.

I believe that each individual has a purpose and that sometimes we need assistance in finding our purpose. Let me help you find your own purpose or regain focus on your life's path to feeling satisfied in the life you are living. I am available via online or in person and licensed in California and Arizona.

Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Espitia

Patricia Espitia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As your counselor I will meet you where you are, offering empathy and non-judgmental environment so you can feel comfortable and well cared for.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Helen Ntung

Helen Ntung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Compton, CA


“I work with individuals who want clarity, stability, and a plan that makes sense for their real life, not just something that works on paper.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Dr. Aaron Esparza

Dr. Aaron Esparza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is calm, approachable, and straightforward—I listen closely, offer empathy, and provide practical guidance when it's helpful.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Dr. Daniel Cunningham

Dr. Daniel Cunningham

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My clients appreciate that I balance deep listening and empathy with concrete tools they can use right away in their daily lives.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Tonya Willett

Tonya Willett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nipomo, CA


“I aim to create a safe space for all my clients to reach their goals and complete treatment feeling confident and empowered.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kyrra Christian

Kyrra Christian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I set my intentions to create a safe space; heartful you will learn to cultivate healthier self-healing practices and to be an agent of change within yourself and interpersonal relationship.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Sherletta Carter

Sherletta Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I especially enjoy empowering women who have felt unheard, unseen, or discouraged, helping them reclaim confidence, purpose, and the courage to move toward their dreams.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Carrie Thompson

Carrie Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be practical, compassionate, and tailored to each person's strengths, goals, and lived experiences.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rochell Rodriguez

Rochell Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is to provide a supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, identify areas for growth, and develop the tools needed to reach your goals.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Melissa Fletcher

Melissa Fletcher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a lot of energy! I love helping while providing you the support you need help managing stress anxiety/panic attacks, anger, motivation, self-esteem, improving confidence, past substance use, and/or depressive symptoms.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Patti Rosenberg

Patti Rosenberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to be met with compassion, active listening, and be provided interventions to assist in overcoming challenging brought to therapy.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Todd Borgie

Todd Borgie

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am often humbled by the things I learn from other people. I am inspired by acts of courage and creativity.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Tanisha Mosley

Tanisha Mosley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a mix of deep healing and self-discovery—kind of like an abstract painting with a powerful message.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Virginia Purnell

Virginia Purnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative approach to therapy, working alongside clients to understand their experiences and develop practical tools for navigating life's challenges.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Christopher Cooke

Christopher Cooke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


Hi, I’m Christopher Cooke, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). With a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, grief, career transitions, and relationship challenges. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can feel truly heard and make meaningful progress.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Jonathan Goelz

Jonathan Goelz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Kristie Walthard

Kristie Walthard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, incorporating an attachment lens and client centered practices to create a safe, supportive environment for my clients.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Lopynski

Shannon Lopynski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is compassionate yet direct. I create a supportive space where you can feel understood while also being gently challenged to explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Katherine Dickerson

Katherine Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is simple: to meet you where you are and help you build a life that feels more meaningful and more healthy.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chirag Bharati

Chirag Bharati

Therapist

Virtual • Cerritos, CA


“An integrative therapy approach that encompasses all aspects of your individual experience is a great starting point.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ermelinda Garza

Ermelinda Garza

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello,

I’m Ermelinda, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10+ years of experience in providing therapy to adults, children, and adolescents. Do you feel stuck, tired, and not being able to function in your daily life? Are you struggling to balance work, relationships, and life? Many times, we experience loss, grief, anxiety, stress, and depression. I look forward to helping you in your journey to healing. Life is hard and sometimes all you need is just a push.

Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Felice Roth

Felice Roth

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I try and create a safe space for clients to get to know their inner workings so that they can meet the world from a place of authenticity.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Michelle Balke

Michelle Balke

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I conduct a thorough intake at the first appointment and also provide tips, techniques, and resources to support the client in feeling better...”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Ronke Ambode

Ronke Ambode

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I am a double board-certified family and psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. As a Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I believe that healing begins with understanding. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can share your story without judgment and work toward meaningful, lasting change. I provide individualized, evidence-based care for adults facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorders, ADHD/ADD, and sleep disorders.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Miller

Susan Miller

Therapist

Virtual • California


Congratulations for taking the hardest step in therapy, reaching out for help. Past traumas, grief, chronic pain and illness, failed relationships, poor self-esteem, or mental illnesses impacts each of us at difference times in our lives. These moments can make us questions ourselves, traps us into feeling hopeless, with no motivation or energy to believe in a better tomorrow. I will not promise that therapy will be easy or that I have a magic cure so you will no longer have Tragedy, illness or loss. I can promise to provide a safe space, using best practices to move forward. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience.

Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Elena Beals

Dr. Elena Beals

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Elena is a holistic therapist, viewing mental and physical struggles from a whole person perspective.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Gina Digiacomo

Gina Digiacomo

Therapist

Virtual • Anaheim, CA


“To empower people by building each individual a personal tool box with all the strategies and coping skills needed and appropriate to each persons situation, circumstance, personal growth and relationships.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jessica Perez

Jessica Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a direct, conversational style with clients. I provide a lot of psychoeducation and integrate approaches such as CBT, REBT, and EMDR depending on individual needs.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Solution-oriented
Janet Johnson

Janet Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I hold a bachelor's degree in human development and a Master's degree in counseling psychology from a Christian College which trained me in integrating scripture with psychological tools to specialize in Christian counseling for those who request it.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Neda Panahandeh

Neda Panahandeh

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I aim to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where clients feel emotionally held and understood.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Jamie Littleton

Jamie Littleton

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can finally exhale. I strive to create an environment that is supportive, honest, and free of judgment; a place where you feel truly seen and emotionally safe. My approach is collaborative and practical. I don’t just help you understand why you feel the way you do; I help you build real tools to navigate it.

I earned my degree from Cal State Fullerton and have extensive experience working in addiction treatment, eating disorder recovery, and women’s issues. Supporting women is especially meaningful to me. I am deeply passionate about helping women navigate challenges related to self-worth, body image, relationships, boundaries, life transitions, and identity. I understand how trauma, societal expectations, and relational dynamics can shape how women see themselves, and I approach this work with both compassion and clarity.

Together, we focus on strengthening mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and communication skills in ways that feel realistic and sustainable. I blend insight-oriented exploration with concrete strategies, because meaningful change happens when insight meets action. My goal is to help you better understand your patterns, feel more confident managing your emotions, and move forward with greater clarity, self-trust, and resilience.

Cigna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Katranker Thompson

Katranker Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel safe, supportive, and collaborative. My goal is to meet you where you are...”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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 Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — 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.