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Top therapists in Palo Alto, CA accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Palo Alto across neighborhoods like Downtown, Midtown, and Professorville. Headway connects you with 8,317 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many accepting insurance to help you save on sessions.

Susanne Ebert-Khosla

Susanne Ebert-Khosla

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Palo Alto, CA


“I provide you with the safe and secure space in which you can explore unresolved and painful feelings that keep you stuck.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hong Zhang

Hong Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • Los Altos, CA


“My specialty is the multicultural treatment of adolescents and adults with anxiety, grief, loss, and trauma.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chally Grundwag

Chally Grundwag

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Palo Alto, 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 2 insurance carriers
Svetlana Tikhonova

Svetlana Tikhonova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Los Altos, CA


“Sometimes, this means facing anxiety, depression, or trauma and finding a way toward greater inner balance.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robyn Medcalf

Robyn Medcalf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Los Altos, CA


“With over 35 years of experience, Robyn is a warm and seasoned guide dedicated to helping people find healing and hope.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sara Mitchell

Dr. Sara Mitchell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.5 mi away • Belmont, CA


“Sara believes that when children, youth and young adults receive support from caring, compassionate, and safe adults, they can find a language to express their story and challenges.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Fremont, CA


“I listen first and prescribe thoughtfully. Before recommending medication, I want to understand the full picture...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Bittner

Lauren Bittner

Therapist

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


“I work with adolescents and adults navigating childhood and/or sexual trauma, identity, and the complex terrain of relationships and life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Inhwa Byun

Inhwa Byun

Therapist

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


“She works with you to access your innate strengths, reveal coping styles, and, ultimately, deepen your understanding of the behavior patterns that keep you stuck.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Diler Bilgin

Diler Bilgin

Therapist

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


“I aim to create a warm, supportive space where you can talk openly, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what you're going through.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debbie Hanson

Debbie Hanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • San Jose, CA


“I am also a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, (trauma therapy). My focus is helping people manage and heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and more.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tera DeLong

Tera DeLong

Therapist

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


“I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you recognize unhelpful thought patterns, challenge beliefs that may be keeping you stuck, and develop healthier ways of thinking and responding.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Morgan Brown

Morgan Brown

Therapist

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


You've got the talent. The drive. Maybe you've already reached your dream goal where the pressures & stress-you've got things on lock for some time now. As you step into a new season, this one feels different.

Whether you are an athlete, creative, parent, or entrepreneur, I help multi-potential & high performing individuals who are:

  • Balancing many other responsibilities that are as important
  • Feeling like they are at a plateau
  • Not feeling heard
  • Feels a misalignment in communication
  • Contemplating career pivot or life after sport among athletes
  • Struggling with performance related anxiety

...and are seeking specialized support to navigate these difficulties, especially in moments that matter most whether that’s on the sports pitch, boardroom, conference, at home, on stage or on set.

Morgan Brown, LPCC#22723

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeremiah Knight

Jeremiah Knight

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • San Jose, CA


“I believe change occurs through conscious reflection, intentional action towards one's goals, and an active engagement in one's life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Connett

Rachel Connett

Therapist

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


“Rachel's passion is to meet each client where they are in their life struggles, including self-esteem, relationships, and work, and guide them through the process of self-actualization to achieve independence so that they can return to full...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chester Profeta

Chester Profeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My approach is warm, honest, and practical. I take time to listen, explain treatment options clearly, and work with you to create a plan that makes sense for your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mayra Ruelas-Ramirez

Mayra Ruelas-Ramirez

Therapist

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


“I believe the best healing is done in relationships, which can be done through the client-therapist relationship or by bringing family members together.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Ho

Michelle Ho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • San Jose, CA


I'm an open minded individual and welcome any topics in treatment

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Annika Jackson

Annika Jackson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Gatos, CA


I completed my undergraduate degree from the University of San Diego, double majoring in business administration and psychology. I then continued my education and graduated with honors from Pepperdine University with a master's in Marriage and Family Therapy. I completed my traineeship through the YWCA, working at a middle school and at YWCA sexual assault/ domestic violence clinic. Post graduation I started my job with LGTC and spent two years in the adult and teen mental health IOP and PHP program as a group and individual therapist . I recently transitioned to working at the outpatient level of care, and I am so excited about this new chapter

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Johnny Brown

Johnny Brown

Therapist

In-person • 17 mi away • Los Gatos, CA


“My approach is to help you identify what are the thoughts and behaviors that are keeping you from living your best life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Frank Del Fiugo

Frank Del Fiugo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Gatos, CA


“I integrate several theoretical orientations, most of my work utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and neuroscience in order to help clients gain awareness and develop tools and strategies to enhance their personal and work...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Judith Lucia Albano

Judith Lucia Albano

Therapist

In-person • 22 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I bring a real, attentive, and compassionate presence to therapy. I value building trust and creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Ferreyra

Sara Ferreyra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Pleasanton, CA


“Clients often describe me as warm, grounded, and approachable. I strive to balance compassion with practical tools so that therapy feels both supportive and productive.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Bohl

Eric Bohl

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • San Jose, CA


My therapy style is compassionate and supportive. Clients find me engaging, warm and friendly. I've been a licensed psychotherapist since 1987 and I have experience with a variety of clients from differing age groups, ethnicities and cultural backgrounds. During my career I've helped clients with relationship challenges, the expression and management of emotion, and improving their quality of life.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wajeeha Khan

Wajeeha Khan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Beth Ringheim

Beth Ringheim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pleasanton, CA


My passion is to help others find more joy and meaning in their lives. I work creatively and collaboratively with adults, teens, and children to explore the heart of the matter. I have experience working in the schools, with a team at a counseling clinic, and in private practice. I specialize with teenagers and their families and moving into couples work as well.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Ramon, CA


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

Larissa Tam

Therapist

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


“My practice is rooted in creating a safe, compassionate, and neurodiversity-affirming space where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop practical skills for daily life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Melody Claiborne

Melody Claiborne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My approach is structured and results-oriented. I prioritize getting you the right treatment quickly...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ed Croteau

Ed Croteau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Felton, CA


“As a warm, mature, safe, and nonjudgmental therapist, I help clients develop strategies to overcome challenges and discover and create the next best version of themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Janet Croteau

Janet Croteau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Felton, CA


“I'm a "inclusiastic" therapist who invites you to use our relationship as a template to find the sweet spot between safety and your growing edge as a human.”
Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Claire Neumann

Claire Neumann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Oakland, CA


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NY & CA) with an MSW from NYU and a BA in Communications from Northwestern. With 14 years as a professional actor and teaching artist, I incorporate creativity into my eclectic therapeutic approach, which includes CBT, mindfulness, expressive arts, and psychodynamics. I specialize in supporting clients with anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relational challenges, and personal growth.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hannah Rudsten

Hannah Rudsten

Therapist

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


For the past 20 years, I've worked across private practices, youth development centers, schools, and mental health clinics. My passion is to work with adults navigating major life transitions. Whether you are a college student or approaching retirement, my hope is to walk alongside you during this time of change and uncertainty; to help create the conditions for you to reconnect with your authentic self and remember what lights you up. We can explore ways to recognize and acknowledge your anxiety that moves beyond words. Incorporating expressive arts, guided imagery, and embodied exercises to help you strengthen your awareness with your emotions and rewrite old narratives.

Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“Seeking help for your mental health is a sign of strength, and I am proud of people who advocate for their well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Meghan Fuller

Dr. Meghan Fuller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My work is grounded in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches, with careful attention to development, attachment, trauma, and the complexity of each individual's inner life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My mission is to help people to be more themselves by challenging their limitations and empower them.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Clementine Brown

Clementine Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 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, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashraf Khater

Ashraf Khater

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Oakland, CA


I have a deep commitment to seeing people flourish in relationship to themselves, and to others. For many of us, we have some sense of what makes relationships great and what makes them terrible. Knowing and experiencing what makes great relationships stronger, and what turns terrible relationships around, is where I can work alongside you. As someone who has been stepped in Attachment science, I love allowing for people to make more coherent sense of their internal world, to build or restore bonds with others.

Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Kenyon

Kristina Kenyon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I strive to be the kind of therapist I would want—compassionate, relatable, and actively engaged in the process.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jen Leland

Jen Leland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“I especially love working with young adults, organizers, health care workers, creatives, and outsiders who carry a lot for others, feel deeply, and courageously seek support.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Palo Alto, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Palo Alto, CA
There are over 23 therapists in Palo Alto, CA accepting new patients.
23+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Stress management
  • 96%Trauma
  • 87%Relationship issues
  • 87%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 48%Cigna
  • 48%Blue Shield of California
  • 43%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 4%German
  • 4%Hebrew
  • 4%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 26%Man
License types
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  • 70%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 9%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 26%Child or adolescent therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Palo Alto

Searching for therapists in Palo Alto starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist may fit that need. People often look for help with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, work stress, grief, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties that match what you want to address. A therapist’s bio can also show whether they use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples therapy.

Palo Alto has local therapists across areas like Downtown, Midtown, and Professorville, but nearby availability may vary by schedule, office location, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your options across California while still letting you work with a therapist licensed to provide care in the state. When narrowing your search, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointments that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, session structure, and what to expect from the first visit.

Therapy in Palo Alto can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before your first appointment. Headway helps you find Palo Alto therapists who match your preferences and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details to confirm whether a specific therapist takes your plan. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated costs, compare therapist bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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