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Top therapists in Pleasanton, CA accepting new patients

Therapy in Pleasanton with Headway means access to providers experienced in anxiety, depression, relationships, and more. Whether you're in Castlemont, Vintage Hills, or elsewhere, sessions are flexible and often covered by insurance to reduce out-of-pocket costs.

Beth Ringheim

Beth Ringheim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 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
Sara Ferreyra

Sara Ferreyra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 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 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Melgosa

Laura Melgosa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Livermore, CA


“I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with nearly 30 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Miriam Munzarova

Miriam Munzarova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Livermore, CA


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, personalized, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I work with patients who survived physical, sexual, or spiritual abuse or trauma.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Wajeeha Khan

Wajeeha Khan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 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 9 insurance carriers
Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.8 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
Korin Nadelle

Korin Nadelle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Pleasanton, CA


I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults struggling with chronic stress, low self worth, loneliness, trauma/complex PTSD, and burnout. I am a compassionate witness and also a fierce protector.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 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
Diler Bilgin

Diler Bilgin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 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 5 insurance carriers
Rachel Haynes

Rachel Haynes

Therapist

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


“My approach is collaborative and compassionate, and I strive to see the world through your perspective while helping you move toward the person you want to be.”
Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ignacia Perez Botto

Ignacia Perez Botto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I specialize in supporting teens and adults through life transitions like college, career changes, pregnancy, and postpartum.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chally Grundwag

Chally Grundwag

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 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
Emily Linaman

Emily Linaman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 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, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Francis Toal

Francis Toal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Pleasant Hill, CA


“I believe therapy should provide a place where you can speak openly without judgment while also helping you better understand the patterns, experiences, and circumstances that may be keeping you stuck.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Inhwa Byun

Inhwa Byun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 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 10 insurance carriers
Jimena Picciano

Jimena Picciano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 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, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laya Fatemeh Jamali

Laya Fatemeh Jamali

Therapist

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


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and depth-oriented. I integrate psychodynamic and Jungian perspectives with mindfulness and somatic awareness...”
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deniss Pleiner

Deniss Pleiner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Santa Clara, CA


“I combine exploring the "why" behind your struggles with practical tools like somatic practices, journaling, and boundary-setting that you can use immediately.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Mark Abelson

Mark Abelson

Therapist

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


Hi, I'm Mark.

I work with adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, and relationships.

If you feel overwhelmed by emotions, we can face these challenges together with a good plan and the right tools. I have a lot of experience working with neurodiversity, anxiety, and self-harm.

Therapy can expand and strengthen your network of support, especially during difficult times. Reach out today--I'd love to answer any questions and share more.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudia Andrade

Claudia Andrade

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Oakland, CA


“I really care about creating a space where people feel seen and not judged, especially if that hasn't always been their experience before.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Silvinson

Stephanie Silvinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Tracy, CA


There are some things in life that are too hard to face alone. If you or a loved one have experienced trauma, relationship struggles, stresses related to parenting or taking care of an aging parent, grief at the loss of a beloved member of your life, anxiety, depression, survivor or witness to abuse, or seeking tools for living with wellness. Please come and be welcome in a healing space.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jess Piasecki

Jess Piasecki

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Oakland, CA


“I offer a space where you don't have to filter or perform—where we can slow things down and make sense of what's coming up for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Ashraf Khater

Ashraf Khater

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 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
Dr. Meghan Fuller

Dr. Meghan Fuller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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 2 insurance carriers
Laurel Fujii

Laurel Fujii

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Oakland, CA


“I work with Asian American and mixed-race BIPOC adults, and I specialize in racial trauma, PTSD, intergenerational conflict, career burn out, and identity.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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
Rachel Connett

Rachel Connett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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 4 insurance carriers
Michelle Ho

Michelle Ho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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
Jeremiah Knight

Jeremiah Knight

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 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
Caroline Gilchrist

Caroline Gilchrist

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Veronneau

Rachel Veronneau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Menlo Park, CA


I enjoy being part of a client's process of learning ways to make their life work and help them feel good about themselves. I have psychiatric, educational, and life experience of 20 years in the field. This is dynamic counseling involving new tool and ways to look at situations. The 60 minutes session will give you at least one tool to help you do your life in a different way. Then we refine tools the next week. Goal setting and review will be part of your therapy work.

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jean-Frederic Aboudarham

Jean-Frederic Aboudarham

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Mountain View, CA


“I believe that the most part of our daily feelings and emotional states are driven by our thoughts, conscious and unconscious...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debbie Hanson

Debbie Hanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 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
Deidre Popolizio

Deidre Popolizio

Therapist

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


I'm Deidre, and for over two decades I've helped people move through some of life's most painful and disorienting transitions — loss, illness, divorce, relationship struggles, aging, and the quiet fears that come with facing mortality. My clients often tell me that what they needed most wasn't advice — it was someone who truly listened, who could help them make sense of what they were feeling and find a path forward. That's what I'm here to do!

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Kandalena Ary

Dr. Kandalena Ary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Redwood City, CA


“Working in partnership to provide individual, family, couples, and co-parenting services to support working towards therapeutic goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Therapist

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


“Through two humans interacting, it will increase self-knowledge, develop emotional skills and activate hidden potential.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christine Tronge

Christine Tronge

Therapist

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


“I bring over 30 years of post-graduate experience in both mental health and substance use treatment to my work as a therapist.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Rashmi Nayak

Rashmi Nayak

Therapist

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


“I work at a pace that feels safe for you, not rushed toward insight before your nervous system is ready for it.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Meixner

Anthony Meixner

Therapist

In-person • 20 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ella Bastone

Ella Bastone

Therapist

In-person • 23 mi away • Oakland, CA


“I believe the path to change begins with self-acceptance and I see my role as a guide on your journey to gain more self-understanding.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Pleasanton, CA

Number of therapists serving Pleasanton, CA
There are over 8,708 therapists in Pleasanton, CA accepting new patients.
8,708+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 82%Relationship issues
  • 79%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Cigna
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 66%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 15%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 Mental Health Therapist in Pleasanton

Searching for therapists in Pleasanton starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want support with. People often look for therapy in Pleasanton for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare Pleasanton therapists, look for specialties and approaches that fit your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples counseling. A therapist’s profile can also show how they describe their style, what concerns they work with most often, and what you can expect in sessions.

Pleasanton is a smaller city, so the number of local in-person appointments may vary by schedule, office location, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your options across California while still letting you see a therapist licensed in the state. When narrowing your search, consider whether the therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you compare communication style, session structure, and whether the therapist’s experience lines up with what you are looking for.

Therapy in Pleasanton, CA can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower out-of-pocket costs and understand your expected price before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, shows estimated session costs before you book, and lets you choose between virtual and in-person options when available. You can browse therapists in Pleasanton, review profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.

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