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Top anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Oakland, CA

Managing anxiety and depression in Oakland is accessible through Headway's network of 9,317 licensed providers who offer evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Behavioral Activation. Sessions are available in-person or virtually, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance coverage.

Samuel Khanukayev

Samuel Khanukayev

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“Multicultural and bilingual elements of my identity, and a history of enduring ethnic discrimination and immigration, significantly inform how I listen to my clients...”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Amilia Rodriguez

Amilia Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I take a holistic, client-centered approach rooted in Gestalt principles, focusing on mind, body, and emotions.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Trudy McMahon

Trudy McMahon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“I am somatically orientated and trauma focused. My background is in substance misuse/harm reduction and chronic long term mental ill health.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Lucia Moore

Lucia Moore

Therapist

In-person • 9.4 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I use a warm approach by incorporating empathetic listening and authentic affirmative communication.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Clementine Brown

Clementine Brown

Therapist

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


“I use a Liberation Psychology approach which means we often explore how we have internalized society's oppressive systems and how we can get you as free as possible from internalized and external forms of oppression.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Jim Torrens

Jim Torrens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • San Francisco, CA


I have found a calling that allows me to bring my full self – head, heart, and soul – to my work.

I found this calling after a fulfilling career in social services. In addition to working as a teacher, program manager, policy advocate, and peer counselor, I have also married, raised a family, coached youth sports, and pursued mindful self-care, creativity, and personal growth.

I earned my Bachelor’s in English from Harvard and my Master’s in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Andrea Bass

Andrea Bass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“In our healing journey together, connection to our emotions, our body (somatic mindfulness), our creativity and life force brings deeper relationships with others and a greater connection to ourselves.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Reina Turner

Reina Turner

Therapist

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


Hi! I’m Reina and I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I’m also a Bay Area native, an unapologetic cat lover, a self proclaimed expert of silly reality tv shows, and mom to a sweet, silly little 5 year old.

I work with awesome, fierce women at various stages of motherhood who look like they have it all together on the outside but internally feel like they're consumed with spinning thoughts and worry they're doing it all wrong.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Andrea Rubenstein

Andrea Rubenstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Lafayette, CA


My name is Andrea Rubenstein. I am a Licensed Psychologist. I am honored to support people in improving their well-being. I have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and a large range of symptomatology.

Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Anthony Meixner

Anthony Meixner

Therapist

In-person • 12 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“You will have the chance to experience the space to be safe, validating, non-judgmental, and empathetic.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Stephanie Denton

Stephanie Denton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I take a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach, meaning we look at how past experiences and relationships may still be influencing your present-day emotions and connections.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Jessica Nasrah

Jessica Nasrah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • San Francisco, CA


I have experience working with a wide range of clients and disorders, ranging from children to older adults across various cultures and occupations. I focus mainly on helping clients through trauma, ADHD difficulties, and sexual issues.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Denise Alfaro

Denise Alfaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I focus on giving you concrete, real-world tools that lead to noticeable changes in your everyday life.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Ignacia Perez Botto

Ignacia Perez Botto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I specialize in supporting teens and adults through life transitions like college, career changes, pregnancy, and postpartum.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Infertility
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Rachelle Goldenberg

Rachelle Goldenberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


You've always been capable.

The systems around you weren't built for you.

I'm Rachelle Goldenberg, LCSW — a licensed clinical social worker, neuroaffirming therapist, and a late-diagnosed AuDHD adult. That last part matters, because I know firsthand what it's like to spend most of your life feeling like you're failing at something everyone else finds easy.

Over 26 years in this field, I've learned that how I practice isn't determined by training alone. It's shaped by understanding that exhaustion, avoidance, emotional intensity, or difficulty focusing often isn't a character flaw—it's information about what your nervous system, body, and environment actually need.

At Swift Mind Care, I focus my work to serve neurodivergent adults navigating ADHD, autism, sensory processing differences, and the quiet grief of a late diagnosis. If you've spent years wondering why the world felt so much harder for you than it seemed to for others, you're in the right place.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Austin Nystrom

Austin Nystrom

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I utilize a holistic approach that embraces one's intersections and addresses mental, emotional, and somatic (bodily) experiences.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Medisa Payvarpour

Dr. Medisa Payvarpour

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Albany, CA


“My hope is to create a compassionate and safe environment for my clients so they can be themselves...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Melissa Gilbarg

Melissa Gilbarg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pinole, CA


“I love helping people make sense of the noise, rediscover their spark, and step into their next chapter with clarity and a sense of rejuvenation.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Jimena Picciano

Jimena Picciano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“My warm, empathetic style creates a supportive environment for growth, and I bring clinical expertise and professionalism to adapt therapy to your unique journey.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Sarah Udor

Sarah Udor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Sausalito, CA


“My expertise is in delivering comprehensive healthcare that addresses both physical and psychological aspects of wellness.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, OCD
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emily Linaman

Emily Linaman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Pleasant Hill, CA


“Clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling a little bit lighter, more connected, more seen, more validated, and armed with new tools, insight, and strategies to handle overwhelming emotions or interpersonal and social scenarios.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Darcell Sockwell

Darcell Sockwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Hayward, CA


I have close to two decades of experience treating adults, children, and families in the Bay Area. My focus is on providing integrative psychotherapy (IP). IP is an approach that is generally flexible with an inclusive attitude toward the different psychotherapeutic models depending on the client's needs.

Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Paula Soltani

Paula Soltani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I pull from a variety of approaches, within a framework of strength-based, attachment theory, compassion focused and mindfulness and am committed to adapting to using what is most appropriate for you.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elise Holland

Elise Holland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Mill Valley, CA


“I tailor my approach to best serve my clients, using various modalities to support them such as Internal Family Systems, Eye-Movement Densitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical...”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Nicole Duncan

Nicole Duncan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Corte Madera, CA


“My warm, collaborative approach creates an atmosphere where you can feel seen, heard, and supported.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I bring a multicultural lens to my work, with a particular interest in supporting immigrant families—especially Latino and Asian American clients—as well as LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse folks.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Dana Kahn

Dr. Dana Kahn

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Corte Madera, CA


“I am an active participant in the treatment and I believe that a therapeutic relationship must be based on trust and mutual respect.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Men's issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Francis Toal

Francis Toal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Pleasant Hill, CA


I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Many of my clients are professionals who appear successful and capable on the outside but privately feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck.

I also work extensively with men and husbands who have spent years believing they should be able to handle life's challenges on their own.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent more than 25 years in engineering and organizational leadership. That experience gives me an appreciation for the pressures of work, relationships, family responsibilities, and the challenge of balancing competing demands while trying to keep everything together.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

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


“I build up a therapeutic rapport quickly with every client as change happens through this genuine and meaningful connection.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Wajeeha Khan

Wajeeha Khan

Therapist

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


“Healing begins with empathy. At Well Mind Therapy, we embrace your journey with compassion, creating a safe space where you feel truly seen and supported as you grow.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Caroline Gilchrist

Caroline Gilchrist

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


I am a LMFT who regularly supports adults and teens. I specialize in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, identity, self-esteem, stress management, and life transitions.

I earned my M.S. in Psychology at Cal Poly SLO and earned my B.A. in Psychology at UCSB. I have worked in a variety of settings including private practice, community mental health, and school-based programs. I am dedicated to learning about and utilizing the latest research and interventions to best support her clients.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Cynthia Vergara

Cynthia Vergara

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Corte Madera, CA


“My approach with clients is warm and open, though depending on your specific concerns and needs I may also be direct in pointing out patterns that may be getting in the way of you achieving your goals or treatment outcomes.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Chally Grundwag

Chally Grundwag

Therapist

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


Hello,

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. My goal as a therapist is to support you in your journey to regain trust in your unique strengths and overcome life's challenging situations, and help you make your life happier and more meaningful. My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive.

I have been in practice for over a decade, and work with a wide range of conditions including trauma, depression and complex life transitions.

Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hayley McAllister

Hayley McAllister

Therapist

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


“I believe you're the expert on your own life, and my role is to support you while we build on your strengths and add new tools for what feels overwhelming.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marion Barnett

Marion Barnett

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away • Kentfield, CA


“In my office, you will have a safe place to explore and clarify confusing and overwhelming issues in your life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Concord, CA


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe balancing your mental health and physical wellness is key to improving stability in life.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rose Pendleton

Rose Pendleton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Burlingame, CA


I enjoy bringing humor and kindness to my sessions I want to know what you need and will do my best with helping you get there

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brad Novak

Dr. Brad Novak

Psychiatrist

In-person • 20 mi away • Belmont, CA


Welcome! I specialize in medication management (psychopharmacology) of depression, anxiety disorders, OCD and ADHD of adult patients. I graduated from the Stanford Psychiatry Residency Program in 2004 where I served as chief resident and have been in private practice since 2005. You may learn more about my practice at https://sfpsychiatrylaw.com. Please note that the first appointment is done in my office in Belmont. I talk to prospective clients on the phone before booking the inital intake appointment. I am not able to take all the patients who wish to schedule.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Laura Cabanski-Dunning

Dr. Laura Cabanski-Dunning

Psychologist

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


Are you anxious, troubled, stuck, weighed down? I believe that you have the inner strength and power to live your best life. But it is hard to be hopeful when you feel trapped by old patterns. That’s where our work together begins. I believe that therapy is a collaborative and creative process. My goal is to help you feel better in the present, while finding deeper insight and lasting change for the future. My style is warm, supportive, interactive, and sometimes humorous. I will adapt our work to meet your unique needs and goals. I believe that the relationship we build in therapy is the foundation for healing and change.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mindy Leake

Mindy Leake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


Hello, I'm Mindy. I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 16 years of clinical experience. My path has included military service, community health work in rural Morocco, and care across many settings, from intensive care to hospice. These experiences shape how I show up: with warmth, curiosity, cultural humility, and respect for everyone's story. I treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

That means taking time to dig into your history, what has worked, what has not, and what you actually want from your care. Whether that is medication management or medication management with therapy, we figure it out together.

I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and life transitions including loss, chronic illness, major life changes, and times when you just cannot name what is wrong yet.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with anxiety and depression located within 20 miles of Oakland, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Oakland, CA
There are over 79 therapists in Oakland, CA accepting new patients.
79+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 99%Anxiety
  • 92%Stress management
  • 92%Depression
  • 85%Relationship issues
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 51%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 49%Providence Health Plan
  • 46%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 35%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 4%Hindi
  • 4%Mandarin
  • 3%Cantonese
How they see their clients
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  • 89%In-person or online
  • 11%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 72%Woman
  • 24%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 33%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 27%Family therapy
  • 18%Couples therapy

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