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Top therapists in Sacramento, CA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Sacramento across neighborhoods like Midtown, Land Park, and Carmichael. Headway connects you with 9,022 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Many patients pay as low as $0 per session with insurance coverage.
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I have 20+ years of experience helping demoralized adults back to high functionality. I specialize in helping develop motivational skills in those are dealing with depression, anxiety and adjustment issues (including relational and gender identity issues).
I’m Lindsay MacMaster PsyD, a licensed Clinical Psychologist in the San Diego area. When you work with me, I create a setting that is warm and compassionate, a space that allows you to best connect with what is bothering you. Counseling helps you learn how to become your best self. Therapy can support you as you lean into life’s most difficult challenges rather than shy away from them.
Hello, I’m Leah, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges and strengthen their relationships. I provide therapy through telehealth, offering accessible, compassionate care in a safe and supportive environment.
I earned my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and Clinical Counseling from the University of Massachusetts Global and have experience working with adults, children, and families. My clinical background includes supporting clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and stress management.
In my practice, I draw from evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and somatic therapies to help clients build insight, resilience, and lasting change.
My goal is to create a collaborative space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to move toward healing and growth at your own pace.
We all have moments in our lives when we may feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, or simply in need of extra support in reaching a balanced life. I am here to work with you on overcoming some of life’s biggest challenges. My experience has been with a focus on improving your overall quality of life. Collaboratively, I work with my clients to help them heal from the effects of trauma, work through grief and loss, life transitions, depression, anxiety, parenting struggles or relationship issues. I also have experience in helping parents and children who are managing early childhood development or ADHD concerns.
Great to meet you! I'm Ryan Carr, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who works with adolescents and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and psychotic disorders. My background includes years of psychiatric nursing in both inpatient and outpatient settings, caring for individuals with a wide range of mental health needs. I believe the best treatment starts with feeling heard, respected, and involved in your care. Together, we'll create a personalized plan focused on helping you feel better and achieve your goals.
Brandy earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Sociology from California State University of Long Beach in 2006 and earned her Masters of Social Work from California State University Fullerton in 2013. Brandy brings with her over twenty years of experience working in diverse clinical settings.
Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a partner in your wellness journey! My therapeutic style is warm, gentle, and supportive, while also being direct and accountability focused. I believe meaningful change happens when compassion and honesty work together. In our time together, we will explore what’s getting in the way of your well-being and identify practical, sustainable ways to improve your daily functioning and overall quality of life.
With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I bring a grounded, steady presence to the therapeutic space. I support clients through life transitions, emotional challenges, and periods of feeling stuck, always meeting you where you are while helping you move toward where you want to be. Therapy with me is collaborative, intentional, and centered on your goals, your values, and your lived experience. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and growth at a pace that feels both supportive and empowering.
Clients often describe therapy with me as grounding, validating, and clarifying. I provide a space where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself away, or have everything figured out.
We move at a pace that feels safe while still supporting meaningful and lasting change. My goal is for you to feel more regulated, confident, and emotionally secure—within yourself and in your relationships.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience spanning child welfare, institutional settings like the Department of Corrections and Kaiser Permanente, and private practice. This give me a uniquely grounded perspective on the full range of human experience. I've worked extensively with families, adolescents, and adults, helping people navigate mood and personality disorders, domestic violence, anger management, and the complex aftermath of adoption and reunification. I am culturally competent and committed to meeting every client exactly where they are, with unconditional positive regard and a deep belief that there are always underlying causes behind the symptoms and behaviors that bring someone to therapy.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Sacramento, CA



- 93%Anxiety
- 89%Depression
- 85%Stress management
- 75%Relationship issues
- 73%Trauma

- 100%Aetna
- 73%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 69%Cigna
- 51%Blue Shield of California

- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 4%Mandarin
- 4%Vietnamese
- 2%Cantonese

- 96%In-person or online
- 4%In-person only

- 69%Woman
- 27%Man
- 4%Non-binary

- 65%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 16%Nurse Practitioner
- 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 2%Clinical Psychologist
- 2%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

- 100%Individual therapy
- 40%Family therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
- 16%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 Sacramento
Searching for therapists in Sacramento starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Sacramento therapists may work with concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and work stress. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties and training match what you want to discuss. Provider bios can also show whether someone uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, acceptance and commitment therapy, or trauma-informed care.
Sacramento offers a range of therapy options across neighborhoods like Midtown, Land Park, East Sacramento, and Carmichael, with both in-person and virtual appointments available. If commute time, parking, or schedule changes affect your choice, virtual therapy can make it easier to find a therapist whose availability fits your calendar. You can also narrow your search by appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and free phone consultations. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand a therapist’s communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect in a first session.
Therapy in Sacramento can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, and you can confirm insurance coverage and review estimated costs before you book. You can browse Sacramento therapy options, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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