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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Salinas, CA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Salinas, CA

Postpartum mental health support in Salinas connects you with 2,841 licensed providers experienced in postpartum-related concerns. Access virtual or in-person sessions with compassionate, affirming providers who understand this unique period. Headway accepts multiple insurance plans, and many patients pay as little as $0 per session.

Melissa Garcia

Melissa Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Salinas, CA


Hello, I support adults experiencing anxiety, depression, the impact of trauma and excessive stress. I have been providing therapy since 2015. My experience includes working in community mental health, including adoption and permanency clinics, with severe mental health needs, in schools, private practice and on-location with professional athletes. In my personal life, I am a mom of teens and young adults, who understand how busy life can get.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Pamela Hughes

Pamela Hughes

Therapist

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


Pamela Hughes received her Undergraduate Degree in Psychology and her Masters Degree

in Clinical Psychology from Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, California.

Pamela has worked with individuals, couples and families improving their relationships

using the Collaborative Communication Skills as an Instructor. Pamela specializes in Addictions, ADHD, Family Systems and Hoarding.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tierney Long

Tierney Long

Therapist

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


“My approach to therapy is solution focused and relationship based. I believe that we need to build trust and a meaningful connection to best work together to reach your therapeutic goals.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Maytal Shalev-Eylath

Dr. Maytal Shalev-Eylath

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Los Altos, CA


“I believe therapy can help you develop a different relationship with yourself, not simply understand why you feel the way you do, but experience greater freedom and choice in how you respond.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jennifer Sango

Jennifer Sango

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello there! My name is Jennifer. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#161496) in California, & a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, & I believe each person is a complex, creative being needing daily practices that heal & nurture mind, body, & spirit in order to experience ease, well-being, & fulfillment through life.

Every person deserves their own unique, holistic healing practice — a nourishing way of relating with their mind, body, & spirit — that offers ease through each stress we carry each day. I will collaborate with you towards your developing daily practices that foster your desired mental clarity, emotional fluidity, physical capacity, & spiritual alignment.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzanne Algarva

Suzanne Algarva

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“I take a warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth approach, creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joanna Amenero

Joanna Amenero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tailor treatment to each individual and offer a safe environment where I listen without judging you, motivate and engage you.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krytle Cathey

Krytle Cathey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in women's health, including perinatal mental health, postpartum support, pregnancy loss, and navigating perimenopause and menopause.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dennis Wang

Dennis Wang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is client-centered, collaborative, and practical—I primarily draw from CBT, DBT, and solution-focused interventions to help clients build insight, develop coping strategies, and create meaningful change.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Taylere Looney

Taylere Looney

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a compassionate and individualized approach, recognizing that each stage of life presents unique challenges.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bentley Oliver

Bentley Oliver

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider myself a very direct therapist, I will not ask "how does that make you feel" for years as then I would need therapy!”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Runjhun Pandit

Runjhun Pandit

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work to provide a warm, welcoming and non-judgemental environment that will help you be vulnerable and honest...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tali Maouda

Tali Maouda

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is to help you process your experiences so you can recognize and overcome the obstacles standing in the way of you living a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Dueñas

Deborah Dueñas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Corte Madera, CA


“As an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, I strive to create a safe, inclusive, judgment-free space for clients to explore, heal, and grow.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarai Tovar

Sarai Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m dedicated to helping clients create meaningful change through a collaborative, compassionate, and goal oriented approach. I specialize in crisis intervention and draw from proven, evidence-based therapies (EMDR, IFS, CBT, DBT, ERP) tailored to your unique needs. I believe every person’s story is unique, and I work to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore challenges, build on strengths, and move toward the life you want. I earned my Master’s in Educational & Clinical Counseling from Azusa Pacific University and have received specialized training in trauma focused care and crisis interventions. I’ve worked in community mental health settings, crisis intervention programs, and private practice; which has allowed me to support individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Leffel

Kate Leffel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, solution-focused and insight-oriented. I draw from both cognitive behavioral and depth psychologies, including IFS, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jillian Zamora

Jillian Zamora

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about the therapeutic relationship. I believe your therapy journey is unique so I work to learn what matters most to you...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ann Cleary

Ann Cleary

Therapist

Virtual • California


What patterns keep repeating in your life, even when part of you wants something different? I work with infants, children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with a particular focus on experiences that are hard to put into words: the quiet accumulation of feeling disconnected or unseen, questions around adoption and family origins, infertility, the emotional weight of becoming a parent, and the grief that comes when life takes an unexpected shape. A lot of what brings people to therapy is not a single event. It builds. I trained at UCLA and bring both clinical depth and genuine warmth to this work.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronika Hoover

Veronika Hoover

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I draw from alternative and complementary sources to inform my therapeutic approach and integrate mind, body, spirit, and environment/nature connection into our sessions.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nadia Seray-wurie

Nadia Seray-wurie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Welcome! Taking the step to prioritize your mental health is powerful, and I’m honored to welcome you to our practice.

I’m Nadia Seray-Wurie, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to delivering compassionate, top-tier psychiatric and medical care to individuals and families across our communities. We bring flexible, high-quality care directly to you—offering both in-person appointments and seamless telepsychiatry services. Together, we’ll build a personalized approach to your health so you can thrive.You don’t have to do this alone—we're here to walk alongside you on your journey to wellness.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Annie Vance

Dr. Annie Vance

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am curious, casual, warm, and interested in assessing your needs and providing resources to meet your goals.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittney Cannizzaro

Brittney Cannizzaro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I let the client lead, and very much am committed to the philosophy that the client is the expert on their own life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebekah Williams

Rebekah Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I offer clients over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and families.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Naveta Barry

Naveta Barry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected—not simply better at pushing through.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laurel Weissman

Laurel Weissman

Therapist

Virtual • California


We can all feel overwhelmed by persistent sadness, anxiety, or racing thoughts. Major life shifts—like a career change, relationship end, parenting, or new phase of life—can be difficult to navigate. You do not have to figure it out alone.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to helping adults break free from painful emotional patterns and reclaim a sense of control. My practice specializes in treating mood disorders and guiding individuals through challenging life transitions.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bonnie Helmick-O'Brien

Bonnie Helmick-O'Brien

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that healing happens within a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and authenticity.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Slater

Lisa Slater

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and strength based, recognizing that every person has the capacity for growth and resilience.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Riley

Patricia Riley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in each individual's right to self determination. Life can have multiple challenges, but with a thoughtful approaches it can reduce the power over us the challenges can have.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gabriel Davis

Gabriel Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fallbrook, CA


“My approach is rooted in supporting clients to reconnect deeply with their authentic selves, fostering renewed health, and rediscovering a sense of purpose and connection.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I take time to understand your complete story—not just your symptoms—so we can develop a treatment plan that actually works for your life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melanie Maddox Geffen

Melanie Maddox Geffen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With 10 + years of experience as a mental health coach and clinician, our work is a partnership that blends insight with practical strategies to help you feel seen, empowered, and feeling better as soon as possible.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aubrey Pink

Aubrey Pink

Therapist

Virtual • Placentia, CA


As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I see the world through the lens of relationships. I treat adults dealing with anxiety, depression, relationships, perinatal mental health, childhood trauma, and religious wounds. I believe the work of therapy is in undoing aloneness. I became a therapist because I believe it’s in relationships we are injured and paradoxically, it must be through relationships that we heal.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laraib Ali

Laraib Ali

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy begins with creating a safe, collaborative, and trusting space where you feel heard and understood.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jamie Plaxco

Jamie Plaxco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


IMPORTANT: All clients must complete our intake form and sign our policies before their appointment. Please complete these documents at https://intakeq.com/new/6oakjo/lusjbb or contact us at 602-800-4699 (call or text). Please also email or text us a copy of your photo ID/driver's license at [email protected]

For the most current schedule and openings, please book directly on our website at https://mentalhealthpractitioners.com/book-appointment/ or call us at 415-968-6515.

As a PMHNP-BC who specializes in autism, complex cases, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD/trauma, schizophrenia/psychosis disorders, and substance use, I've built my practice around understanding that every person's mental health journey is unique—especially when multiple conditions interact or when traditional approaches haven't worked.

I also provide comprehensive treatment for depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood disorders, and bipolar disorder, always with an understanding that these conditions often overlap and influence each other in complex ways. What I want you to know is this: your experiences are valid, your struggles make sense in the context of your life, and there's no such thing as being "too much" for treatment.

Whether you're masking autistic traits, battling compulsive behaviors, managing intense emotions, processing trauma, questioning reality, or struggling with substances, I meet you exactly where you are without trying to force you into a predetermined mold. My approach combines evidence-based treatments with deep respect for your individual needs and experiences.

You deserve a provider who doesn't see complexity as a problem to solve, but as a roadmap to understanding how to best support your unique path to wellness.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


“I combine thorough psychiatric evaluations using DSM-5 criteria with personalized medication management, always staying current with the latest advances in psychiatric care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Oluchi Iwuoha

Oluchi Iwuoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ontario, CA


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and personalized. I believe in working closely with my clients to understand their goals and create treatment plans that support lasting emotional wellness.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Nguyen

Michael Nguyen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“My approach emphasizes both evidence-based treatments and the healing power of being truly understood by someone who isn't intimidated by complexity.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Meghan Shamburger

Meghan Shamburger

Therapist

Virtual • Compton, CA


“I believe that trauma stops us from truly walking in all that we were meant to be, leading us to tip toe through life unsure of ourselves and our attachments.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Cima

Julie Cima

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to helping you heal and reclaim your life. I have over 20 years of experience treating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and stress related to major life transitions. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I believe in providing a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can process difficult experiences at your own pace. I am passionate about helping you find hope, healing, and renewed purpose in your life.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Salinas, CA

Number of therapists serving Salinas, CA
There are over 2,859 therapists in Salinas, CA accepting new patients.
2,859+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 86%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 77%Cigna
  • 75%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 62%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 18%Spanish
  • 3%Farsi
  • 1%Tagalog
  • 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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  • 94%Woman
  • 6%Man
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 30%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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