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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in La Jolla, CA

Find the right mental health support in La Jolla with UnitedHealthcare and Headway. Our providers offer flexible in-person and virtual sessions, with copays around $30 and free intake calls available to help you get started on your mental health journey.

Sheridan Henderson

Sheridan Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe in your ability to grow, heal, change. I ask you to be real, and I am real in return. I talk truth. I listen. I cuss sometimes. I crack jokes.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm

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Dr. Farbod Khalafi

Dr. Farbod Khalafi

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Using proven approaches like CBT and mindfulness, we'll identify unhelpful thought patterns, build coping skills, and create meaningful change.”
United Healthcare + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering

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Katia Garcia

Katia Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“As a Latina and immigrant, I understand how cultural pressures and life transitions can impact mental health.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Carole Reynolds Ingraham

Carole Reynolds Ingraham

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


“My style is warm, casual, direct, and invites self-exploration in an open and judgment-free environment, and I often use humor in my work.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm

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Dr. Mazyar Karandish

Dr. Mazyar Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual • Guerneville, CA


“My approach is flexible, client centered, and utilizes mindfulness-based interventions at every point of the journey towards healing.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
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.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Jonathan Stein

Jonathan Stein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy is about having a safe space where you can explore thoughts, feelings, as well as underlying values.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Wilson

Nicole Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • California


Imagine being as kind and reliable to yourself as you are to everyone else. If you are tired of overthinking, trying to please everyone, and feeling like you're carrying the weight of the world, we can work on changing that.

My sessions are practical and down-to-earth. I won't just sit back and nod. We'll look at the habits holding you back, address patterns that no longer serve you, and work together on taking real ownership of your life.

My focus is helping women step out of burnout, quiet anxiety, and set boundaries without guilt. The goal is to help you build real self-trust, so you can spend less energy managing stress and more time feeling present in your life.

I work virtually with adults across California through scheduled sessions, Monday through Thursday between 9:00 AM and 2:30 PM (please note these are scheduled appointments rather than emergency crisis care). When you're ready, click "Book Session" to schedule a free 15-minute phone consult. We’ll discuss what you’re working through and see how my approach may resonate with your goals.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

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Zaheen Allibhoy

Zaheen Allibhoy

Therapist

Virtual • California


Zaheen is an LCSW for the last seven years and has been a clinician for 11 years. Zaheen's approach is eclectic; she uses a Person in Environment and Multicultural models. Zaheen explores your current coping skills and teaches about self care. Zaheen's main focus area is working with adults who are struggling with everyday stressors or transitions in their lives. Zaheen's style is warm, open minded, and empowering. In her spare time, Zaheen enjoys practicing what she teaches (self care).

United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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Faheda Rasool

Faheda Rasool

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Throughout my career, I've used primarily CBT, DBT, ACT, and solution focused modalities in my practice along with aspects of family structural therapy and mindfulness based therapy.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Edwin Bai

Edwin Bai

Therapist

Virtual • Tustin, CA


“Building trust and a strong therapeutic relationship so individuals can grow and heal brings me deep joy.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

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Katherine Farren

Katherine Farren

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is conversational, present, and engaged. I reflect back what I hear—and what I notice—in both your words and your body language.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Evelyn CO

Evelyn CO

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Most clients are surprised by my ability to summarize the focus of treatment during evaluations and ongoing sessions.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Holistic

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Dr. Tyies Brown

Dr. Tyies Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is to create a welcoming and safe space to process life's challenges while learning practical strategies to assist with both self and emotional regulation while tackling daily life stressors.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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Paula D. Atkinson

Paula D. Atkinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love working with those recovering from years of dieting, disordered eating, food obsession, internalized weight stigma and body hatred.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


Dr. Aw primary interest is the intersection between mental and physical health. Dr. Aw’s philosophy, one does not exist outside of the other. Furthermore, Depression and anxiety in patients who are also suffering from medical issues feels significantly worse, and it is his goal to get patients on the road to recovery.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Anne San Juan

Anne San Juan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am straightforward and pragmatic. I look to get to the issue's core to help you move toward what you want and need.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniela Portillo

Daniela Portillo

Therapist

Virtual • Campbell, CA


“Through a multicultural approach, we will incorporate mindfulness and holistic theories that will allow us to practice gratitude for the here and now.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fiel Gamad

Fiel Gamad

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Modesto, CA


“I have years of experience serving patients with mental health illnesses i.e anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance/alcohol abuse, sleep disorder, etc.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Pouyan Rasi

Pouyan Rasi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With a warm/empathetic approach, I strive to create a safe/supportive space where you can explore your thoughts/feelings and felt experience without judgment.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Georgina Nunez

Dr. Georgina Nunez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Georgina Nuñez,,I was born in Amsterdam. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Therapist and a Complex PTSD therapist.

Some of the issues I treat include: Adult Children of Alcoholics, Adult survivors of Child abuse and Neglect, including Sexual Abuse and Rape, Codependents, Veterans, Traumatized individuals, people with Addiction issues, Hypersensitive folks, and Cult survivors, or suffering from extreme religious parents.

United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amoreena Berg

Amoreena Berg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the process of change through therapy should not only involve self-understanding and insight into the past, but beyond that it should also focus on helping clients to learn skills for present-time challenges.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Chukwuemeka Obilor

Chukwuemeka Obilor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is founded on holistic and patient-centered concepts, resulting in a collaborative alliance that values trust and open communication.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Will Reyes

Will Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California




My passion is helping adolescents and adults realize healthy perceptions of themselves while developing resilient habits and lasting coping strategies.


I am a SF native with over 20 years as a clinician and director of multiple community based organizations and tech startups. Additionally, I am an avid Bay Area sports fan, professional photographer, aspiring globe trotter, and unabashed performer of dad jokes.


United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Bush

Diana Bush

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orange, CA


“My treatments typically includes interventions of talk therapy, non-pharmacological treatments and/or psychopharmacological treatments.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Claudia Menjivar

Claudia Menjivar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy and the client with hope and optimism. I am here to provide concrete tools and help you understand your symptoms better.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Noah Freiburger

Dr. Noah Freiburger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach is down-to-earth, collaborative, and focused on finding real solutions that work for your life.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lori McClain

Lori McClain

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I have worked in many areas of psychiatry and behavioral health for over 30 years: inpatient, partial, crisis, outpatient, and Emergency Room.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Samir Hamed

Samir Hamed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“My approach to providing care is client-centered and holistic. I work collaboratively with clients to understand their unique needs and create personalized treatment plans.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Bianca Zitelli

Bianca Zitelli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I believe that change happens when people are given the support they need to draw on their strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling and happy lives.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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Ugo Ndubaku

Ugo Ndubaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Valencia, CA


“My mission is to provide the quality psychiatric care that you deserve. An approach that empowers one to embrace their unique being.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Dr. Richard Lautenbacher

Dr. Richard Lautenbacher

Psychologist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Lautenbacher focuses on compassionately building rapport and adapting to your unique needs and goals.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Nhat Ngo

Nhat Ngo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe a therapist's role is not to "fix" someone's problem(s) but rather to empower the individual to make changes that are best for him/her...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Jennifer Pritchard

Jennifer Pritchard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a collaborative, dynamic process... so that they can live a full, authentic, and fulfilling life.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara McCafferty

Kara McCafferty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is most successful when a client feels: respected, free to express their experience without fear of judgement, supported, and appropriately challenged.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Giovanni Tapia

Giovanni Tapia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment, which encourages my clients to move towards positive transformations without fear or apprehension.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Lisa Lott

Lisa Lott

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, but you can also call me a parent supporter, a behavior calmer, trauma tamer and attachment builder.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janine Ivy

Janine Ivy

Psychologist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I specialize in working women and people of color who want to feel better about themselves and their relationships.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Runjhun Pandit

Runjhun Pandit

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work to provide a warm, welcoming and non-judgemental environment that will help you be vulnerable and honest...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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United Healthcare 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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