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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Salinas, CA

Headway connects Salinas residents with Aetna-covered mental health providers for both talk therapy and medication management. Flexible scheduling options and copays as low as $0 make quality care accessible across neighborhoods throughout the city. Explore providers with relevant experience to match your needs.

Thomas Kiatta

Thomas Kiatta

Therapist

In-person • 14 mi away • Monterey, CA


Thomas E. Kiatta, is a CA licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. He holds Master's degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy and Vocational Rehabilitation, and spent three decades with the California Department of Rehab.


Tom helps individuals, couples and families navigate challenges related to communication, conflict, relationships, anxiety, depression and life transitions.

Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Elizabeth Apodaca

Elizabeth Apodaca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Pacific Grove, CA


“As a solution focused therapist my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Emilie Crist

Emilie Crist

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA


What is your approach to therapy?

Eclectic approach that integrates a variety of modalities based on each clients needs.

What can clients expect from their first session with you?

Feeling lighter and leaving with tools & skills to utilize between sessions to better navigate.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Natalie Hanneman

Natalie Hanneman

Therapist

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


“I can help you choose small shifts in your day and in your thoughts, shifts that allow you to move through your life with more acceptance and grace.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Sheryl Goularte

Sheryl Goularte

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and focused on helping you feel more stable, confident, and in control of your life.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
William Norteye

William Norteye

Therapist

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


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgmental. Drawing from evidenced based methods such as Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy...”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fremont, CA


“I listen first and prescribe thoughtfully. Before recommending medication, I want to understand the full picture...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pierre Yeremia

Pierre Yeremia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm compassionate, relatable, and a good listener who wants you to feel genuinely understood not rushed or reduced to a diagnosis.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Christina Rodriguez

Christina Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in various social work settings.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Soraya Behbehani

Soraya Behbehani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your inner world and reconnect with your natural capacity for healing.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Poonlarp Lurslurchachai

Poonlarp Lurslurchachai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I specialize in medication management. I work with individuals dealing with ADHD, mood dysregulation, depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and insomnia.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Rachana Homagain

Rachana Homagain

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I bring my 15+ years of experience in emergency and behavioral health, my empathy, and my lived experience to my patients.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Erika Martinez Sandoval

Erika Martinez Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is warm and collaborative. I work to create a safe, supportive environment where my clients can explore their story, strengthen their resilience, and find new opportunities to thrive.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ifunanya Ifeacho

Ifunanya Ifeacho

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, primary care, and behavioral health — because I believe that true healing requires treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I offer options instead of instructions, walking you through my suggestions and the reasoning behind them while respecting your right to choose.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
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
Ashley Coccaro

Ashley Coccaro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to walk alongside you, offering encouragement and practical tools to help you cope in healthy ways while reminding you that you're not alone.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Jamie Plaxco

Jamie Plaxco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“Setbacks are a natural part of change, and each one offers clues about what works and what to try next.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Houman Shahraz

Houman Shahraz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am thrilled to help you step into a more empowered state, promoting personal growth aligned with your values and strengths.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jasmine Maniti

Jasmine Maniti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I deliberately do things differently, creating an environment where you’re an equal collaborator rather than someone handed a set of instructions.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I believe every person deserves skilled, caring support that honors their background, culture, and unique circumstances.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Gurleen Hans

Gurleen Hans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Santa Ana, CA


“I’ll be honest about your options, what each might help with, and the risks involved, and you can ask me anything.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“You deserve a clinician who sees the whole of you, and that’s what I strive to be. Each step forward is worth celebrating.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Elianora Adamian

Elianora Adamian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's unique needs and goals, helping them navigate stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, and emotional challenges while working toward meaningful, lasting change.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Patrick-Calvillo

Stephanie Patrick-Calvillo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“Three commitments shape the psychiatric care I provide: working as a team, leading with kindness, and relying on proven medicine.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Saby Kirpal

Saby Kirpal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“I’m Saby Kirpal, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to providing thorough, well-rounded mental health care.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I recommend medication only when there's a clear reason, and I check in regularly to make sure it's still serving you.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sherri Crespin

Sherri Crespin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I understand how trauma can shape personality development, how ADHD can complicate recovery from substance use, and how psychotic symptoms may surface during periods of extreme stress.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Lindsay Fisher

Lindsay Fisher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“I know that starting or adjusting medication can feel like a lot, and I am here to guide you with honesty and steady support every step of the way.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I use my training to help you move toward the well-being you want, but I’ll never steer you into a treatment or decision that feels wrong to you.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Nubia Hennessey

Nubia Hennessey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I find what I end up helping people do most is to connect with themselves to make better choices and connect back with important people in their lives.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


“Talking about emotional struggles can feel intimidating, so I keep our time together calm, unhurried, and judgment-free.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Christopher Offor

Christopher Offor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I personally do not focus on pathologizing my clients, so I focus on emphasizing the client's strengths and resources to create positive change.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ramanpal Punia

Ramanpal Punia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to cultivate a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where patients feel supported, informed, and empowered.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Sayeh Ghazi

Dr. Sayeh Ghazi

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe to be yourself—no masking, no judgment—just real conversations about what you want to change and how we can get there.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Jeanette Vega

Jeanette Vega

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a therapist who believes that people don't need to be "fixed"—they need to be understood, supported, and given space to grow at their own pace.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Jahi Jamil Corbin

Jahi Jamil Corbin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Most of my clinical training happened in demanding settings... That work taught me not to flinch at difficult material and not to rush people through it.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Berenice Marsh

Berenice Marsh

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with women of color who are tired of always being the strong one. If you’re carrying old wounds that still feel fresh, stuck in patterns that don’t even feel like yours, or wondering when it’s finally your turn to be cared for; I’m here for that. You won’t have to code-switch with me. Let’s set down the masks you wear just to move through the day.

In this space, you get to be fully seen--the soft parts, the angry parts, the parts you’ve hidden just to keep the peace. All of you is welcome here. Together, we’ll make room for the messy, the painful, and the hopeful parts of your story, at a pace that feels right for you. Healing doesn’t have to be perfect; it just has to start with a space where you’re safe to be real.

Aetna + 4 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Trauma
Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kelly Dorsey

Dr. Kelly Dorsey

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the healing power of relationships. The core of my approach is in working relationally and providing a warm, empathic space...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“My practice is dedicated to supporting individuals who need specialized expertise across multiple areas.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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