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Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Salinas, CA

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Top bipolar disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Salinas, CA

Bipolar disorder treatment works best with consistent, personalized support addressing your unique experience with mood disregulation and life stressors. Headway's Salinas network includes warm, solution-oriented providers trained in family-focused therapy, psychoeducation, and medication management to help you build stability.

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.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anna Porcalla

Anna Porcalla

Therapist

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


“I focus on helping clients develop assertive communication & boundaries with themselves and those around them that can help improve their quality of life.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Daniel Christopher Dailey

Daniel Christopher Dailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Santa Cruz, CA


“In sessions, I combine emotional insight with practical skill-building so therapy feels both supportive and useful.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Ho

Michelle Ho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


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

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Connett

Rachel Connett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Inhwa Byun

Inhwa Byun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Tapia

Dr. Jennifer Tapia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you feel more clear, stable, and in control of your life again—with a clear and thoughtful plan forward.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Victoria Ndubaku

Victoria Ndubaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Torrance, CA


“Having worked with young, adults and geriatrics for the past 8 years, I have developed important skills such as client rapport, empathy and compassion.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jack Gallagher

Jack Gallagher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a humanistic, collaborative approach to help clients feel supported and empowered as they navigate life's challenges.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Yaifeh Chafeh

Yaifeh Chafeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and treated with kindness. I create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, mood changes, and other mental health concerns. Along with medication management, I also use supportive therapy techniques, including CBT and motivational interviewing, to help clients build healthy coping skills and feel more confident in their daily lives.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vanessa Guido

Vanessa Guido

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Think of me as your emotional cheerleader. I'm here to highlight your strengths and help you move toward the life you want...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Rosalyn Warren

Dr. Rosalyn Warren

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Dr. Rosalyn Warren, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience helping children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults facing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, addiction, and suicidal thoughts. I am a certified informed addiction medicine professional, a certified grief and loss professional, and a trauma-informed professional. I have been an MSW for 30 years, licensed as an LCSW for 20 years, and I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Social Work at USC.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Zaragoza

Rebecca Zaragoza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that humans have a remarkable ability to grow and heal, and they do this best when they feel seen and heard.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Davidson Etoamaihe

Dr. Davidson Etoamaihe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in a safe, judgment-free space.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Valerie Castillo

Valerie Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and begin to heal from the effects of trauma.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kristy Long

Kristy Long

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is grounded in the belief that healing involves more than understanding what happened to us—it also involves learning to listen to and work with the body.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patricia Richmond

Patricia Richmond

Therapist

Virtual • California


It is very hard to feel safe and grounded in this uncertain world. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who uses humor and compassion when providing the support, understanding and empathy necessary to help you with your emotions . You may have experienced a sudden career transition , life change. or loss. I can help you master these unwelcome emotions that prevent you from living your best life. Our goal together will be to assist you in obtaining the personal insight, strength and skills to find peace.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Estante

Maria Estante

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with individuals, couples, and families using a range of evidence-based approaches — including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, Humanistic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT), the...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sara Nekoueian

Sara Nekoueian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is for you to feel heard rather than judged, supported rather than pressured, and empowered rather than dependent on therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Trung Ngo

Trung Ngo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm especially passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to provide inclusive, affirming care to every client, regardless of their identity or orientation!”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Betancourt

John Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm compassionate and honest, and along with your desire for change, i can reflect a mirror at you from a different perspective to adjust your trajectory.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Julie Choquette

Julie Choquette

Therapist

Virtual • Grass Valley, CA


“I believe in providing a client-centered, strength-based, nonjudgmental and compassionate place to assist clients in creating the life that they desire and deserve.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Krysta Boyle

Krysta Boyle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Darrilyn Demouchet

Darrilyn Demouchet

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I take the time to really listen and understand what you're going through. Together, we'll create a treatment plan...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Griffin

Ashley Griffin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


I know how heavy life can feel when you’re carrying pain, uncertainty, or self-doubt. But I believe, as a wise old wizard once said, “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of places, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” My role is to help you find that light again. I work with Gen Z and Millennial adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and more. Through integrative, culturally responsive care, I combine evidence-based psychiatry with holistic strategies to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create a life that aligns with your true self.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Heidi Waldorf

Heidi Waldorf

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My dual background allows me to bridge the gap between physical and mental health, ensuring that your care is never siloed.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sherwin Frando

Sherwin Frando

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and respected.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Karen Black

Karen Black

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“It is so very important to me as a therapist to create a counseling environment that is inviting, relaxed, and a place where clients can be still...”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Lyssabeth Mattoon

Dr. Lyssabeth Mattoon

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Welcome! I am Dr. Lyssabeth Mattoon, PhD, a clinical psychologist and trauma specialist, skilled at providing individual and family therapy for adolescents, children and adults. My calling in life is to support and empower trauma survivors to harness their inner strength as part of the healing process.

Education:

Licensed CA Clinical Psychologist, 2013

Clinical Psychology, PhD, 2010

Clinical Psychology, MA, 2007

Psychology, BA, 2002

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Future Ogbebor

Future Ogbebor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree from the University of Massachusetts Global. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in multiple settings facing various complex mental health issues, including OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD and mood disorders.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Lisman

Ryan Lisman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burbank, CA


“I employ a humanistic therapy approach that is client-centered and tailored to your individual therapeutic needs.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Richard Teves

Richard Teves

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


It is my prayer to build a practice that helps you reach a place where your mental health is truly at the forefront. My hope is that with each appointment—and each day—you feel supported in moving closer to the best version of yourself.

Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tyler Gulyas

Tyler Gulyas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“This work is my abiding passion and I am proud to state that I am a good counselor who is always eager to learn and grow.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dayna DeCristoferi

Dayna DeCristoferi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sonora, CA


I am local to Tuolumne County, and I have been working in the field of Behavioral Health for over 25 years.

My experience started in a Special Education Classroom, and school-based services. I moved into rehabilitation support as Bachelors level paraprofessional.

I have worked in local county services from County Behavioral Health, The Court System, Domestic Violence Services, and Indian Health Services.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shelia Marshall-McLean

Shelia Marshall-McLean

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that each person already holds the capacity for healing, & that this work is about more than symptom relief- it is about empowerment, deeper self-understanding, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself that got lost or overlooked.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Meredith Levy

Meredith Levy

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. Over the past 15 years, I have worked with a wide range of clients and have developed a practice treating substance use disorders, personality disorders, mood disorders, and executive functioning challenges. I am also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and incorporate evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs.

Before becoming a therapist, I earned a Juris Doctor and an MBA, experiences that give me a unique perspective on the complex personal, professional, and life challenges many clients face. Whether you are struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck, my goal is to provide practical tools, compassionate support, and a collaborative environment where meaningful change can occur.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tracy Toussaint

Tracy Toussaint

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fairfield, CA


“I take a whole-person, evidence-based approach to psychiatric care. Rather than looking at symptoms in isolation, I consider how mental health may interact with sleep, stress, physical health, lifestyle, medications, hormonal changes, and life...”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gwendolyn Bleu

Gwendolyn Bleu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We will review your expectations of treatment, what you are currently experiencing, and how it can be addressed in therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our providers for bipolar disorder support in Salinas, CA

Number of therapists serving Salinas, CA
There are over 2,937 therapists in Salinas, CA accepting new patients.
2,937+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Bipolar disorder
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 99%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 87%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 79%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 59%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 2%Tagalog
  • 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 25%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 33%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 28%Nurse Practitioner
  • 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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