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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Oakland, CA

Headway connects Oakland residents with Cigna-covered therapy and medication management services. Our network of 6,897 providers offers flexible scheduling with availability within two weeks. Save up to 75% on sessions while accessing care in neighborhoods like Downtown, Lake Merritt, and Piedmont.

Holly Shannon

Holly Shannon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“My goal isn't to "fix" you—you're not broken. Instead, I'm here to help you understand your conditions, develop effective coping strategies, and build the fulfilling life you deserve.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Rebecca Blakesley

Rebecca Blakesley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“My treatment philosophy emphasizes both celebrating neurodivergent strengths and addressing genuine challenges.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Dr. Kelly Dorsey

Dr. Kelly Dorsey

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the healing power of relationships. The core of my approach is in working relationally and providing a warm, empathic space...”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Jill Lawler

Jill Lawler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to offer a warm, welcoming space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported as they move toward healing, growth, and a more balanced life.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Spencer DeWoody

Spencer DeWoody

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own experiences with mental health inspired me to pursue a career in social work and supporting others through life's challenges.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Trauma
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Bishay

Christopher Bishay

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that every person's story is unique, and I approach therapy with curiosity and compassion.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Kianna Romero

Kianna Romero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have experience working with minority populations, mainly with the Latinx community as well as LGBTQIA+ community.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vishal Sanghavi

Vishal Sanghavi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“When you leave a session with me, my ultimate goal is for you to feel accomplished, genuinely heard, and deeply supported every step of the way.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sally Flores

Sally Flores

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My initial approach to therapy is to learn as much as I can about the client and begin formulating a trusting relationship.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Christina Strom

Christina Strom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a client centered therapist, meaning I want to meet you where you are. Down to earth, gentle, honest, and transparent...”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chermayne Moore

Chermayne Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My mission is to create a safe and welcoming space where you can be your most unfiltered and authentic self.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Tony Gunn

Tony Gunn

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am Tony Gunn, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Substance Abuse Professional and a board certified transgender care therapist. I value connection, trust, and respect.

I work with adults, teens, families, and couples. My focus areas include LGBTQIA+ clients, gender nonconforming clients, transgender care, sexual health concerns, trauma, grief, mood concerns, and major life transitions.

You receive care grounded in empathy, cultural awareness, and collaboration. Sessions center on clear goals, practical skills, and meaningful insight. I create a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment.

I provide services through in-person and telehealth settings. My approach blends evidence-based practice with care shaped around your needs, values, and lived experience. My goal centers on supporting clarity, stability, and long-term well-being through an affirming therapeutic relationship.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Ava Saheli

Ava Saheli

Therapist

Virtual • California


A core priority in my work is helping clients reclaim the power of their voice. Therapy is most meaningful as a collaborative process where you are not only heard, but truly attempted to be known. As an Iranian American therapist, I understand the richness and complexity of holding multiple cultural identities. I especially enjoy supporting Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), as well working with teenagers and adults navigating identity formation, relationships, and the often tender process of growing into themselves

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Pertuiset

Nicole Pertuiset

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to set up sessions of 8 and see how it goes. If you meet your goals and can graduate early? Great.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carmen Santillan

Carmen Santillan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a board‐certified clinical therapist with a strong foundation in narrative therapy, helping clients explore and reshape the stories that influence their lives. In recent years, I’ve supported children ages 5–17 as well as adults navigating a wide range of emotional experiences, including anxiety, depression, grief, and gender affirmation.

Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Ayers

Jennifer Ayers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, understood, and comfortable being yourself.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stephanie Patrick-Calvillo

Stephanie Patrick-Calvillo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I specialize in treating adults and adolescents dealing with serious mental illness, including mood disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety, psychotic disorders, ADHD, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance use disorders, and geriatric...”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Julie Amoruso

Julie Amoruso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“I offer medication management with supportive counseling for mental health care issues by virtual appointment and in-person appointments.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Candice Jeffers

Candice Jeffers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“I learned to stay steady when everything felt uncertain, to read the subtle signs others might miss, and to offer hope when families needed it most.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Ashley Totah

Ashley Totah

Therapist

Virtual • Atascadero, CA


“I'm someone who shows up with warmth, curiosity, and a genuine belief in your ability to create change.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peter Bohlig

Peter Bohlig

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bernice Lopez

Bernice Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is to walk alongside you as we explore the challenges you may be facing and identify tools that support healing and personal growth.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Beverly Ann Lunar

Beverly Ann Lunar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe that effective mental health care requires absolute transparency, active collaboration, and treatments rooted in solid clinical evidence.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
John Boyce

John Boyce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“My therapy approach is experiential, humanistic, and somatic... We engage and explore in the work of therapy together collaboratively.”
Cigna + 14 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Jay Ruan

Jay Ruan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I also have lived experience of struggling with my own mental health. This gives me not only knowledge, but also the empathy and different perspective needed to support and guide you on your journey toward restoring your true potential and overall...”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Danielle Cohen

Danielle Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to help you cultivate self‐love, recognize your inner strengths, and understand the beliefs and behaviors that shape your life.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Ezenwanyi Ogbuji

Ezenwanyi Ogbuji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, or life's emotional challenges, please know you don’t have to carry this weight alone. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am dedicated to helping you reclaim your life. My practice is built on a foundation of deep empathy and genuine care. I treat you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. Together, we will navigate your challenges using evidence-based treatments tailored to your unique story and goals. Your mental health journey deserves a safe space, and I am here to provide exactly that as we work toward your healing.

Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Lindsay Fisher

Lindsay Fisher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Stevenson Ranch, CA


“I approach psychiatric care by merging compassion with evidence, trusting that the best treatment weaves research-based medication management together with real human connection.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sherri Crespin

Sherri Crespin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“I strive to learn your history, present challenges, inherent strengths, core values, treatment concerns, and goals for growth.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Lindsay Fisher

Lindsay Fisher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“I see mental health care as deeply personal work. The trust you place in me is something I hold sacred.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Marlene Blanco

Marlene Blanco

Therapist

Virtual • Onyx, CA


“I provide a supportive, non judgmental space for you to work on reconnecting with yourself and making the changes that you want.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I take time to understand your complete story—not just your symptoms—so we can develop a treatment plan that actually works for your life.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Edith Mercado-Jimenez

Edith Mercado-Jimenez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel genuinely heard and understood, right from the very first conversation.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

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Ben Quan

Ben Quan

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with almost 10 years experience providing individual therapy. I am a graduate of Cal State Fullerton, and specialize in EMDR therapy and LGBTQ+ affirming therapy. I am a big advocate for taking care of our mental health, and I am so glad you are here because that usually means you are thinking about taking care of yours too!

Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Fidelis Azeke

Dr. Fidelis Azeke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“His working style is interactive, non-judgmental, and collaborative. He focuses on meeting his patients where they are and striving to meet their individual needs, all while treating them with dignity and respect.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Amanda Smith

Amanda Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“There are times when a person feels emotionally "stuck" and feel there is no way to undo it. I know this view well myself!”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andy Chow

Andy Chow

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that reaching out for support takes courage. I honor that courage by creating a warm, welcoming space where you can feel safe, understood, and respected.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Jason Shatzer

Jason Shatzer

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a veteran, therapist, and human being I resonate deeply with the archetype of the “wounded healer". I understand trauma and the seriousness of life's challenges not just clinically, but personally. I am assured in my professional capacity that I can provide you with the high level of care and support that you deserve.

Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Ololade Omokpo

Ololade Omokpo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel comfortable opening up, and together we'll work toward helping you feel more confident, balanced, and in control.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Luis Obispo, CA


“My clinical approach combines precision with partnership. I use measurement-based care, structured symptom tracking that guides our treatment adjustments and minimizes trial-and-error.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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