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Top therapists in Orange, CA accepting new patients

Orange, CA residents can access mental health services through Headway's extensive provider network of 8,998 professionals serving neighborhoods throughout the area. Get connected with open-minded, solution-oriented providers for talk therapy and medication management with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage.

Shelby Ammann

Shelby Ammann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I work with teens and adults navigating complex trauma, anxiety, sleep concerns, and depression—often when symptoms feel persistent despite effort or prior therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Sharie Stines

Dr. Sharie Stines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • La Habra, CA


“With decades of experience and a trauma-informed background, I bring a compassionate, comprehensive approach to therapy.”
Anger management, PTSD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Phillip Cleaver

Phillip Cleaver

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


I have an M.A. in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica as well as an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. I work with individuals, couples, families, and children and am LGBTQ+ affirmative. One of my specialties is using EMDR for the treatment of trauma, anxiety and depression.

Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Russo

Theresa Russo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lake Forest, CA


“Theresa Russo is a client-centered and solution-focused therapist who integrates various modalities and techniques to provide a judgment-free, personal approach to each client.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Aird

Steven Aird

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lake Forest, CA


“I focus on establishing a safe, collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, creating the framework for the work we will do together.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Phan

Anthony Phan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Brea, CA


“My main focus is to facilitate a non-judgmental environment for you to process your thought & emotion to manage your life stressors utilizing effective therapeutic tools.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Krysta Boyle

Krysta Boyle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Cristal Guerrero

Cristal Guerrero

Therapist

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


“As a first-generation Mexican American and mental health therapist, I understand how culture, identity, and family dynamics can shape our inner world.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Eima Mesgarha

Dr. Eima Mesgarha

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 7.4 mi away • Irvine, CA


Hi & Welcome. We all face challenges at times throughout our lives. We may need support finding self-awareness and compassion which I believe is the key in the healing process. I enjoy acting as an empowering guide along your journey. I believe in our innate capacity to change and create a meaningful and UPLIFTING life. My goal for you is to foster a safe, accepting and also challenging space that encourages personal growth and empowers you to make positive changes that support your values.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rodolfo Gomez

Rodolfo Gomez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I believe that a therapist can encourage you to recognize your strengths so that you can use them to help you grow.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Louis An

Louis An

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe in self-determination. I am not a very directive therapist that will tell clients what to do and what not to do.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Gema Diaz

Gema Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“I have 9+ years in experience with working with adults experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, and trauma.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcela Castellanos

Marcela Castellanos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lake Forest, CA


“I have helped guide adults, and adolescents from various cultural backgrounds, who struggle with various challenges in life, such as disturbances from childhood, trauma, anxiety, and depression.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shavvonne Walls

Shavvonne Walls

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“Imagine if your symptoms no longer controlled you. You feel safe and confident that you can face life challenges.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariella Gonzalez

Mariella Gonzalez

Therapist

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


“As a bilingual therapist, I provide therapy in both English and Spanish, creating a space where clients can express themselves authentically and feel fully understood.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Simon Chan

Simon Chan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Client can expect to feel listened to, understood, refreshed, and have gained perspectives, insights, and wisdom from the session.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“I will utilize a person-centered approach by providing unconditional positive regard and implementing active listening and supportive reflection to establish trust and build therapeutic rapport.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Denise Benitez

Denise Benitez

Therapist

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


“My work has focused on adolescents, children in foster care, family systems, domestic violence/trauma, couples therapy/relationship issues, ethnic minority mental health and LGBTQ clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Iris King

Iris King

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Whittier, CA


“My goal is to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves by exploring the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and body.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stacey Berardino

Dr. Stacey Berardino

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“My assessment and therapeutic style is relaxed, comfortable, cognitive-behavioral, and problem-solving focused in nature.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joseph Kozinski

Joseph Kozinski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


Let me help you with anxiety, depression, grief recovery, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addictive/co-dependence issues, self esteem, and other serious life issues. I hold an MA Degree in marriage, family and child counseling. I conducted my LMFT practicum at Loma Linda Behavioral Medical Center.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Diana Navarro

Diana Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“By healing ourselves, we heal our ancestors. My goal as a therapist is to help clients become the most authentic version of themselves and take up space unapologetically.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Greenbaum

Hannah Greenbaum

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, curious, and direct, with an emphasis on helping clients better understand themselves and build a life that feels meaningful and manageable.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Heather Jensen

Dr. Heather Jensen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and steady. I integrate evidence‐based modalities with a grounded therapeutic presence, creating a space where clients can explore openly, build insight, and move toward greater clarity and resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ravina Wadhwani

Ravina Wadhwani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Aliso Viejo, CA


“I help clients heal from anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am passionate about processing trauma and empowering you to see change in your life outside of sessions.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Denyse Breeden

Denyse Breeden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“I help women with ADHD, neurodivergence, trauma/PTSD, OCD or high sensitivity move from feeling drained to achieving balanced energy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Patricia Navarro

Patricia Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in trauma therapy, so a big part of my work is helping clients process difficult experiences and rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Maureen Burney

Dr. Maureen Burney

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Chino, CA


As a licensed psychologist for 30 years, I am passionate about helping people struggling with life challenges find joy and stability.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maureen McGlynn

Maureen McGlynn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in working with professionals who are burned out, questioning their path, or feeling alone in leadership.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sandra Smith

Sandra Smith

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


I am a clinical psychologist with over 3 decades of experience treating a wide array of populations and presenting issues. My practice today consists of adults and couples. I choose my treatment approach for each client based on their needs and expectations. In addition to my clinical practice, I am a Master Lecturer at the University of Southern California in the Marriage and Family Therapy program.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Julie DeVito

Dr. Julie DeVito

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“My patients can expect a relaxed, safe space, an environment of acceptance and non-judgement, empathy, positive regard and respect, and a collaborative approach to treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My open-minded strategic approach and accepting individualism help me let the patient guide in discussing their personal health struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kesy Yoon

Kesy Yoon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Long Beach, CA


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Hi there! My name is Kesy (pronounced like Casey) and I look forward to collaborating with you about your therapy goals and how to support your journey in learning more about yourself. I believe that everyone deserves therapy!

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gretchen Shibl

Gretchen Shibl

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“I strive to create a collaborative, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where every person is treated with respect, kindness, and understanding.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ilana Sashi Wasserman

Ilana Sashi Wasserman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Aliso Viejo, CA


“Ilana has three decades of experience working with people with catastrophic, chronic illness and loss, trauma, depression/anxiety as well as ADD/Autism.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karyn Jones

Karyn Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Chino, CA


“My approach is trauma-informed, and I'm committed to creating a safe and trusting space where you can explore your experiences and work towards healing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mj Buck

Mj Buck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“I'm an LCSW with 12+ years of experience supporting adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, identity, and life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Matt Lehman

Matt Lehman

Therapist

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


“I help you understand your feelings and develop practical tools to manage stress and emotional challenges.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Orange, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Orange, CA
There are over 162 therapists in Orange, CA accepting new patients.
162+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 96%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 80%Stress management
  • 78%Relationship issues
  • 73%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Cigna
  • 54%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 22%Spanish
  • 3%Farsi
  • 2%Hindi
  • 2%Vietnamese
How they see their clients
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  • 94%In-person or online
  • 6%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 17%Nurse Practitioner
  • 12%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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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 Therapist in Orange

Searching for therapists in Orange starts with knowing what kind of support you want from therapy. People look for therapy for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match your needs. A therapist who mentions approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy may be a fit if those styles align with what you want from care.

Orange has local therapists, but nearby availability can vary across Orange County. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still letting you choose a California-licensed therapist who fits your schedule. As you narrow your search, consider appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading each therapist’s bio can help you understand their communication style, areas of focus, and what sessions may be like before you book.

Therapy in Orange can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care more affordable. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and compare available therapists in one place. You can browse profiles, review specialties, and book directly when you’re ready.

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