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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA

Headway connects La Mesa residents with Aetna-covered mental health support through talk therapy and medication management. Access 9,068 providers with flexible scheduling and copays around $30 per session.

Kayo Imamura

Kayo Imamura

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I will meet you in these difficult places and we will walk together, helping you break through to find hope, power, connection and energy.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Eisenhower-Omholt

Amy Eisenhower-Omholt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My approach to therapy is warm, trauma-informed, and grounded in somatic therapy, integrating EMDR, nervous system support, attachment-focused work, and breathwork.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Creative, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margie Martin

Margie Martin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I still consider it a rare privilege to sit with clients in this work, especially those carrying grief, navigating a shifting health picture, or trying to rebuild a relationship that no longer fits the life they want.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammy Brooks

Tammy Brooks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.5 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I have very specialized training in Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)— a respectful, future-oriented approach that helps create meaningful lasting change without getting stuck in the past.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Roger Brian Storrs

Dr. Roger Brian Storrs

Psychologist

In-person • 11 mi away • San Diego, CA


“The foundation of my training comes from Neo-Freudian thinking and practice, holding an optimistic view of personality development.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Janeth Guzman

Dr. Janeth Guzman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Therapy can be like going on an emotional journey together in which I will use an eclectic combination of clinical theories and techniques...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Soraya Behbehani

Soraya Behbehani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your inner world and reconnect with your natural capacity for healing.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Carson Jaffrey

Carson Jaffrey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Grief, desperation, and self-inflicted suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Nuri Ohn

Nuri Ohn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, or ADHD when medications haven't worked well or have caused unwanted side effects.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Pamela Joy Abao

Pamela Joy Abao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My approach is personalized and collaborative. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in decisions about your psychiatric medications...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Brian Lamoreux

Brian Lamoreux

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Diego, CA


Hi, I'm Brian! I'm a licensed counselor with a background in holistic medicine as well. I've worked with a variety of mental health concerns, with my primary specialty being treating trauma.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Letty Cain Nissan

Letty Cain Nissan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I am a bilingual therapist who understands the nuances of both cultures, and I am passionate about creating a warm, compassionate space where clients feel truly seen and supported.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Andrea Martin Vaz Antunes

Andrea Martin Vaz Antunes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • San Diego, CA


Hello, and welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Diego, CA. I specialize in helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of childhood experiences, as well as present traumas they may be facing. I have worked with adults, children and families in a variety of settings. I have provided space for people during the toughest of life transitions while teaching them tools to cope with the overwhelming emotions of grief and trauma. I’d like to be there for you too!

Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Lizeth Ma

Lizeth Ma

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"?

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jodi Tompkins

Dr. Jodi Tompkins

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • La Jolla, CA


“I provide a unique combination of psychotherapy and coaching that builds on individual strengths to improve personal, relational, professional, and family lives.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Koalani Lahr

Koalani Lahr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I provide a space for you to bring whatever feels messy and share your fears, intrusive thoughts, and challenges without judgment or shame.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Claudia Villarreal

Claudia Villarreal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


I genuinely like people, have always love to help ,

Will take my clients through the therapeutic process, with empathy and care for their experience in therapy to be a positive one.

Aetna + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kyle Glover

Dr. Kyle Glover

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Therapy can be more than "getting by"—it can be about opening space for freedom, meaning, and the life you truly want to live.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Doherty

Kristin Doherty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • San Diego, CA


Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges or feeling stuck-you don’t have to navigate it alone. I'm a licensed therapist with nearly 20 years of experience in the field helping individuals and couples create lasting, meaningful change.

Together, we’ll identify what brings you to therapy, we'll gently look at where you're feeling stuck and examine the patterns that are no longer serving you. Then, with evidence-based interventions we'll modify these patterns leading to lasting meaningful change.

My formal clinical training was received through the Department of Veterans Affairs, where I gained extensive experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy to military veterans and their partners. I completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Beck Institute, founded by Dr. Aaron T. Beck and Dr. Judith S. Beck. I specialize in treating PTSD (combat and sexual trauma), Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Grief and Couples.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gema Martir

Gema Martir

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Direct, Warm, Inquisitive and Critical questions that are focused on identity development in the family individual or couple system.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Shih Chiang Tang

Shih Chiang Tang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and have a particular passion for working with high-risk clients navigating suicidal ideation, self-harm, and intense emotional distress.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fabian Escobedo

Fabian Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


“I have trainings in trauma-focused therapies and can hold space even for the most sensitive and personal experiences people have lived.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sharmin Nabi

Dr. Sharmin Nabi

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My approach combines evidence-based medication management with psychodynamic and supportive principles.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Joyce DeVera

Joyce DeVera

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away • San Diego, CA


Are you are experiencing verbal and/or mental abuse from a romantic partner, a parent, sibling, friend, co-worker? Do you struggle with your own internal thoughts (e.g. "you’re not good enough”, "it's all your fault", “you are not a priority”). Maybe you’ve lost someone and you’re grieving. You are emotionally exhausted because of the pain you hide and the inability to say "no". You tell yourself the good is good but the bad is bad. You're scared and confused on what to do or how to "fix" things. These experiences create rumination, avoidance, trauma, anxiety, and more.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Ross

Denise Ross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Del Mar, CA


“With over 25 years of experience, I use a mix of practical, supportive approaches that meet you where you are.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Troy Nickell

Troy Nickell

Therapist

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


“I really love helping people identify purpose and create a clear and simple way to reach their goals, for the betterment of themselves and those around them.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sean Harris

Dr. Sean Harris

Psychologist

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


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative, focusing on integrating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Weinstein

Leslie Weinstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Encinitas, CA


“My practice is most likely different than what traditional therapy looks like. Integrating an existential approach with a psychodynamic lens, CBT, and EMDR, we will laugh, we will be real, we will work toward change.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Jesus Velazquez

Jesus Velazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Escondido, CA


“I use an integrative approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Adlerian principles, helping clients understand how thoughts, behaviors, and life experiences shape their current challenges while working toward meaningful,...”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Stephanie Massey

Stephanie Massey

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am very honest, caring, real and genuine. Encouragement and support for their future journey.

Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shaliss Padilla Lmft

Shaliss Padilla Lmft

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Marcos, CA


I am Shaliss Padilla MA, LMFT, the Founder, CEO and Clinical Supervisor of group private practice MindbodyologyTM. I am also a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology. In addition, I am a Holistic Psychotherapist, (or what I have coined a MindbodyologistTM), also a Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Specialist. I offer live and online support groups and workshops for survivors of narcissitic abuse and toxic relationships.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Azin

Ashley Azin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“I strive to make each one of my clients feel seen, heard, and unconditionally accepted throughout every session.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Megan Aguirre

Megan Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“I lead with genuineness and meet you where you are by using a holistic perspective that accounts for the relationships and circumstances in your life that are impacting you.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ronda Jacobs Lmft

Ronda Jacobs Lmft

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Marcos, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and Lead Clinician. I received my Master of Arts from Western Kentucky University have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1996 and provided services in child welfare settings involving abused and neglected children and parents who experienced addiction, trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I also have years of experience working in a private practice setting, working with teens, adults, couples and active duty military. I also specialize in treating trauma and PTSD using EMDR.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Manley

Mark Manley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


Sometimes a thoughtful conversation with the right person can make all the difference. As an experienced therapist, husband, and father, I bring both professional training and real-life wisdom to help people navigate life’s challenges. Over many years of both life and clinical work, I’ve had the privilege of helping people move through difficult seasons, gain clarity, and reconnect with their strengths. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you’re returning after time away, it’s normal to feel uncertain. Our first conversation is simply a starting point. I often work with people facing life transitions, relationship challenges, or feeling stuck, seeking clarity and a practical path forward. Together, we’ll slow things down, understand what’s happening, and identify steps that help move you forward. If you are going through a difficult season, you don't have to navigate it alone.

Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Casey Subero

Casey Subero

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Casey Subero. I am an LMHC in the state of New York and an LPCC in the state of California. I graduated with my master's in Mental Health Counseling from LIU Brooklyn. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and specialize in treating clients with Anxiety, Depression, communication challenges, and anger.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Frankie Guzman

Frankie Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a warm, practical approach — I believe therapy works best when it feels like a real conversation, not a formal evaluation.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Rizi Timane

Dr. Rizi Timane

Therapist

Virtual • California


As an affirming therapist for the LGBTQIA community, I understand that navigating a world that wasn't built for us can be exhausting. Whether you are dealing with the weight of microaggressions, exploring your gender identity, navigating relationship dynamics, or working through historical trauma, you deserve a space where you don’t have to explain the basics of your identity. I strongly believe that mental health professionals should be gate-openers, not gatekeepers. If you need a referral letter for gender-affirming medical care (including top surgery, bottom surgery, HRT, or other procedures), I provide comprehensive, WPATH-compliant evaluations.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Ugochi Nnadozie

Dr. Ugochi Nnadozie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in empowering you to identify and leverage your strengths to overcome challenges, utilizing a positive mindset, and believing in your ability.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Sheila Katz

Dr. Sheila Katz

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with children on the autism spectrum, offering tailored, compassionate, and effective support to meet each child and family's unique needs.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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.