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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Sacramento, CA

Headway connects Sacramento residents with Aetna coverage to quality mental health care across neighborhoods like Midtown, East Sacramento, and the Land Park area. Sessions start at $0-$30 copay, and many providers offer free consultations to help you find the right fit.

Adrina Garcia

Adrina Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see therapy through a whole person lens, which means we'll look at your mental, emotional, and physical world as one connected picture...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Rhonda Sloan

Rhonda Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, strength-based and rooted in the belief that you already carry the resources you need - sometimes we just need to uncover them together.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracy Mcclendon

Tracy Mcclendon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With direction, support, serenity you can learn to master negative thought processes that bring about negative emotions and behaviors.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Saori Guadarrama Kobayashi

Saori Guadarrama Kobayashi

Therapist

Virtual • Murrieta, CA


“You are in charge of your healing and empowering process and I will be a guide to get you wherever you need to be.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Holford

Emily Holford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“After learning a great deal in my own healing journey, I made a commitment to become a therapist, helping others in the same way I was.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Nicholas Green

Nicholas Green

Therapist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“My goal is to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment to help you explore difficult parts of your life.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joy Zembruski

Joy Zembruski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In your first therapy session, you can expect a welcoming, low-pressure environment focused on introductory questions and building rapport.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Dr. Jai Thao

Dr. Jai Thao

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I identify as an Asian American first-generation individual who migrated to the United States as a child, and this lived experience informs my culturally responsive and flexible approach.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Bailey Borup

Bailey Borup

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a compassionate, client-centered therapist who believes therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Ryan Rickert

Ryan Rickert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For over 20 years, I have supported people through depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, dream analysis, sex therapy, and the deeper questions of meaning, purpose, and identity that can arise when life feels uncertain.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Ashley Damo

Ashley Damo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I leverage evidence-based psychological approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy and strengths-based therapy to provide supportive, direct, and compassionate clinical care to my clients.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tyhesha Ware

Tyhesha Ware

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I have a particular interest in helping professional women and women whose symptoms may have been overlooked because they learned to mask, overachieve, or push through their difficulties.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Penelope Rayas

Penelope Rayas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am trained in psychodynamic theory and use a variety of body oriented, insight oriented, holistic and interpersonal approaches.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Elizabeth Berry

Elizabeth Berry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that the most profound emotional growth occurs when we balance evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Ana Reed

Ana Reed

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe you are the expert of your own life experience. Through a patient-centered approach, we'll build a collaborative and dynamic partnership...”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Erilim

Matthew Erilim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel understood, and I'm committed to being that for my patients.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Tanya Carrell

Tanya Carrell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I also have extensive experience in working with adults who are survivors of domestic violence (DV), intimate partner violence (IPT), and those who are suffering from symptoms of PTSD.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Waddle

Heather Waddle

Therapist

Virtual • California


With over 15 years of experience, I have helped countless individuals navigate the challenges they face and find peace within themselves. Together, we can work towards culminating a healthier and more fulfilling future.

When I am not working I enjoy spending time with my dogs, hiking with friends, cooking, and making flower arrangements. I also enjoy spending time doing artsy activities or attending local events.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Monica Vaughan

Monica Vaughan

Therapist

Virtual • California


Navigating major life changes, anxiety, or the weight of grief and loss can feel

overwhelming on its own. I am Monica, an LCSW with 12 years of experience supporting

adults and seniors through exactly these moments. I offer telehealth sessions throughout

California and I am here when you are ready.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ashanique Nelson-Cavil

Ashanique Nelson-Cavil

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Georgia. I hold Bachelor’s degrees in Legal Studies and Feminist Studies from the University of California Santa Cruz and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California. My specialty is addressing life transitions, particularly the perinatal spectrum.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Trauma
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Benjamin Murphy

Benjamin Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own healing journey through therapy, recovery, and personal growth shaped my belief that change is possible when we learn how to understand ourselves with honesty and compassion.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Davis

Chelsea Davis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Over the last few years, I've focused my work on BIPOC women ages 18–45 who are navigating motherhood, identity shifts, emotional burnout, and self-esteem challenges.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Brown

Christopher Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“A trauma-informed therapist is a compassionate mental health professional who prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sean Richards

Sean Richards

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will challenge you in a warm yet effective environment. My clients have described me as the love and support they need.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Maria Reyes

Maria Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space that will allow you to unload whatever may be weighing on you.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Esmeralda Flores

Esmeralda Flores

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, caring, and validating space where clients can feel safe exploring their emotions and navigating anxiety, depression, and everyday life stressors.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Shannon Oliveira

Shannon Oliveira

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to meet clients where they are at emotionally, and provide support so they feel comfortable to open up...”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jazmin Cohen

Jazmin Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is working collaboratively with you and empowering you to change your unwanted feelings and behaviors.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Gail Bradley

Gail Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will always ask the new Client, "What is their goal" According to the Clients goal and their history I will chose from many modalities that a Therapist can use. But one thing is I am always Solution Focused.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Chloe Ouyang

Chloe Ouyang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can be honest, understood, and supported while also being gently challenged toward growth.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Erica Metu

Erica Metu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My communication style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. In sessions, I create a tone that is open and nonjudgmental, so patients feel safe sharing their experiences honestly.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Shrein Bahrami

Shrein Bahrami

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive training and over ten years of clinical treatment experience in the area of eating disorders including Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating and disordered eating.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelli Bouscher

Kelli Bouscher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I genuinely enjoy people — their stories, their resilience, and the ways they grow when given the space to be fully seen.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Amanda Romero

Amanda Romero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a warm, collaborative, and mindfulness-based approach to therapy, creating a space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Fernando Macias

Fernando Macias

Therapist

Virtual • California


Greetings, my name is Fernando Macias, LMFT. I welcome you to take the opportunity to heal and find helpful solutions to your day to day issues, and to the most complex of situations. Life is not easy, however it can be a very exciting ride.



Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Monique Strickland

Monique Strickland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


You show up every day: for your clients, your patients, your family, your team. But somewhere between all of that, showing up for yourself got lost. If you are a caregiver, a healthcare professional, or someone who has spent years keeping everything running, you may have noticed the anxiety, the exhaustion, or the low-grade stress that just will not lift. That is exactly who I work with. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional with more than 25 years in healthcare, including mental health crisis urgent care, inpatient and outpatient settings, and telehealth work with adults experiencing depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and panic disorders, I bring clinical depth and a genuine understanding of what burnout does to the body and mind. I trained at Azusa Pacific University (BSN, Public Health Nursing) and Wilkes University (MSN, PMHNP), and my goal is to help high-functioning professionals and caregivers restore clarity, resilience, and balance.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Reina Foxworthy

Reina Foxworthy

Therapist

Virtual • California


I help Gen Zers and Millennials to manage the overwhelming anxiety and stress that the fast-paced world of today causes. Whether the ever-evolving world is making it difficult for you to navigate the challenges of anxiety, depression, parenthood, work pressures, romantic partnerships, emotional trauma, or interpersonal relationships, I am prepared to aid in rebuilding your confidence and developing a powerful toolkit for combatting mental health blocks.


As a proud Mexican woman, it’s important to me to provide a space for marginalized groups to feel understood and validated. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and deeply passionate about supporting the queer community with compassion and empathy. I am also sex-positive and have helped many of my clients overcome barriers and concerns regarding sex and physical intimacy.


I graduated from California State University Dominguez Hills with a Master’s Degree in Marital and Family Therapy in 2016. I began seeing clients in 2014, and in the years since, I have worked in substance abuse programs, behavioral health hospitals, intensive outpatient programs, and numerous group practices. Today, I enjoy managing my own practice and seeing my clients thrive as they tackle treatment goals. I am located in Los Angeles and am exclusively offering virtual therapy at this time, making it convenient for you to meet for your sessions in the comfort of your chosen space.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonya Washington Hendricks

Tonya Washington Hendricks

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With encouragement and a bit of humor, I provide safe space for my clients to change their internal dialogues.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Kasandra Frederick

Kasandra Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to providing a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Megan Zuzevich

Megan Zuzevich

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see symptoms of mental health as messengers. The innate expressions of our physiology have deeper meaning and information for us to connect to.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Physical health issues, PTSD
Challenging, Holistic, Inquisitive

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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