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Top therapists in Irvine, CA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Irvine across neighborhoods like Irvine Business Complex, Spectrum, and University Park. Headway connects you with 8,986 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many accepting major insurance plans. Start your journey with a free consultation and flexible in-person or virtual sessions.
In 2019, I walked the 500 miles of the Camino de Santiago. What I learned during that journey informs my clinical work. I think of life as a journey that is walked one step at a time. Along that road there will be challenges. Our job is to face them in ways that tap into our strengths and allow us to grow. Helping you find the path forward is my commitment to my clients. Over the course of my career, I have had the opportunity to witness profound growth in my clients, students and colleagues. Resilience humbles me. We are stronger than we realize.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 40 years experience in private practice and various non profit organizations. I've worked with children, adolescents, adults and families, in schools and community agencies as a therapist, social worker, clinical director, supervisor, executive director and university instructor.
Hi, I’m Shelby, an LCSW with 12+ years of experience helping women stop overthinking, trust their intuition, and create healthy, secure relationships. I help high-achieving, self-aware women who feel stuck in anxiety, trauma, or repeating relationship patterns.
You want to stop overthinking, move past painful memories, and finally trust yourself. My clients seek clarity, calm, and confidence in life and relationships... and the tools to make real, lasting change.
Welcome. I'm a licensed psychotherapist dedicated to supporting people who are going through a tough life transition, whether it’s a diagnosis, relationship loss, other loss, or it’s you who have changed. You may be stressed, burnt out, depressed, anxious, and/or traumatized by what you are going through and carrying. You don’t have to do this alone. You can find your spark again. I have specialized training in somatic psychotherapy and evidence-based mindfulness therapies. As a person living with T1D, I love working with others in the diabetes community, and I understand the mental load and energy it takes, every single day.
Hello, my name is James. I’m a California-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience providing psychotherapy to youth, adults, and families, to help them feel empowered, engaged, and most of all, accepted in this world.
I'm Sinat Aleje, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over ten years of experience in the mental health field. I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals across a variety of clinical settings, which has deepened my understanding of the emotional, psychological, and social challenges people face. I specialize in treating adults and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and schizoaffective disorder.
Clients often tell me they feel truly seen and heard during our sessions. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where healing can begin, and where clients are empowered to take an active role in their care. I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and am committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care that evolves with your journey.
If you're looking for a thoughtful, collaborative partner in your mental health care, I’d be honored to work with you.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Irvine, CA



- 96%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 80%Stress management
- 77%Relationship issues
- 73%Trauma

- 98%Aetna
- 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 62%Cigna
- 52%Providence Health Plan

- 97%English
- 17%Spanish
- 4%Farsi
- 3%Vietnamese
- 2%Korean

- 93%In-person or online
- 7%In-person only

- 80%Woman
- 20%Man

- 50%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 16%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 16%Nurse Practitioner
- 13%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

- 100%Individual therapy
- 37%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 17%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 Irvine
Searching for therapists in Irvine starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want to work on. Irvine therapists may support people with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, and major life changes. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, therapy style, and training align with your needs. Provider bios can help you understand whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, or trauma-informed care.
Irvine has a strong local network of mental health professionals, with options near areas like University Park, Irvine Business Complex, and Spectrum. You may prefer in-person therapy in Orange County, or you may want the flexibility of virtual sessions that fit your schedule. To narrow your search, review appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can also show how a therapist describes their communication style, session structure, and areas of focus.
Therapy in Irvine can be a significant investment 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 makes it easier to search for therapists Irvine, CA residents can book with directly by showing therapists who match your preferences, take your insurance, and have current availability. You can review profiles, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose a therapist when you’re ready.
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