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Top therapists in Los Angeles, CA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Los Angeles across neighborhoods like Downtown LA, Santa Monica, and Silver Lake. Headway connects you with 8,399 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. With 70+ insurance plans accepted nationally and free consultations available, many clients save 75% on sessions.
I have a modern and compassionate style to treatment. I bring authenticity and humor to our work. I am all-inclusive in my practice and welcome all individuals, and couples of any race, orientation, gender identity, body-type, culture, and religion. You have taken the first step, let me help you with the second.
It is my prayer to build a practice that helps you reach a place where your mental health is truly at the forefront. My hope is that with each appointment—and each day—you feel supported in moving closer to the best version of yourself.
Hello! My name is Mercedes, I am a first-generation Latina Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Hablo Ingles y Español.
I have worked with children for over 15 years and in the mental health field for the past 5 years, supporting children, teens, adults, and foster youth through a variety of emotional, relational, and life challenges. Throughout my career, I have provided individual and family therapy in community mental health settings, which has provided me the opportunity to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
I currently work primarily with adults navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
Dr. M., here to help. For over 25 yrs, I've enjoyed collaborating with folks, building skills to live their best lives; clearing paths for growth. I offer trauma-informed talk therapy, mindfulness training, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy tailored specifically to your needs/goals. I invite you on a journey to your true self. It is my pleasure to be your guide. To learn more about my background, treatment approaches, and fee schedule, please visit my website www.drjennifermiller.com or on Psychology Today.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck or needing to focus? I enjoy partnering with my clients on their journeys to improved wellness. In our time together, we will celebrate your strengths and develop goals to maximize your wellness, together. While we can't change our past, we can work together to process our story’s strengths and struggles. We can talk through your current challenges and quiet the noise around you. We can explore the barriers that may get in the way of enjoying life to the fullest. We can identify ways to find joy again. I look forward to meeting with you to plan how to achieve your goals.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree from the University of Massachusetts Global. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in multiple settings facing various complex mental health issues, including OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD and mood disorders.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PhD with 25 years experience working with adults, children and youth. My goal is to help you in your path towards feeling better, and experiencing an improved sense of confidence, self-esteem and functioning in your life. My specialties include adoption issues, LGBTQ issues and women's issues. I also specialize in depression, anxiety, elderly issues, disability, and stress reduction.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Los Angeles, CA
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Relationship issues
- 90%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 82%Family issues
- 98%Aetna
- 69%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 63%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 52%Providence Health Plan
- 51%Cigna
- 95%English
- 14%Spanish
- 3%Armenian
- 3%Farsi
- 2%Hebrew
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
- 71%Woman
- 26%Man
- 3%Non-binary
- 60%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Clinical Psychologist
- 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 3%Nurse Practitioner
- 99%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
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 Mental Health Therapist in Los Angeles
Los Angeles has a wide network of therapists across neighborhoods like Downtown LA, Santa Monica, Silver Lake, and the Valley, so finding the right fit starts with knowing what you want support for. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or work stress. As you compare therapists in Los Angeles, look for someone whose listed specialties, therapy style, and experience match your needs. Bios can help you see whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.
In a city as large as LA, more options can make the search feel less direct. Location, format, and schedule can help narrow the list. You might prefer an office near home, work, or a transit route, or a virtual appointment that fits around your calendar. It can also help to filter by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can give you a clearer sense of how each therapist structures sessions and communicates with clients.
Therapy in Los Angeles can be a significant investment without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find licensed therapists who match your preferences, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and offer upfront cost estimates before you book. You can compare therapists, review bios, check availability, and book directly when you’re ready.
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