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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in San Clemente, CA

Access mental health support in San Clemente with UnitedHealthcare coverage through Headway's network of 2,630 licensed providers. With copays around $30, flexible virtual or in-person sessions, and free consultations available, you can start care within days. Headway handles insurance so you can focus on your wellness.

Carisa Kelso

Carisa Kelso

Therapist

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


“I believe everyone can learn to identify and change thought patterns and behaviors that hold them back.”
United Healthcare + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Marissa Melhuse

Marissa Melhuse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“My goal is to meet you where you are, with practical tools, fresh perspective, and steady, compassionate support.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Lawrence Testa

Nicole Lawrence Testa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“I connect with clients by listening and exploring without judgement. Clients have told me they appreciate my compassion...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Darlene Violas

Darlene Violas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Laguna Beach, CA


“I will not only challenge you to grow, but also provide unwavering support as you navigate your personal path towards healing and self-discovery.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Fabrice Paracuellos

Fabrice Paracuellos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Laguna Beach, CA


“I integrate approaches that bring short-term relief and long-term benefits with quality of life, vibrancy, relationships, meaning, and self-appreciation.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Karen Rightler

Karen Rightler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lake Forest, CA


“I love being a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and helping people live the lives they want and deserve.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Richard Liu

Richard Liu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I am deeply committed to offering care that is rooted in compassion, empathy, and extensive knowledge of mental health.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Psychologist

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


“I believe therapy is a collaborative work and I enjoy helping my clients live life to their fullest potential.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Jan Covyeau

Jan Covyeau

Therapist

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


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you better understand yourself and your relationships.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cuneyt Tegin

Dr. Cuneyt Tegin

Psychiatrist

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


I am a double board certified (in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine) adult psychiatrist.

United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Barek Sharif

Dr. Barek Sharif

Therapist

In-person • 14 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“My approach as a therapist is rooted in my own humanity - I show up as a real person in the room with you.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Azizeh Chamani

Azizeh Chamani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I specialize in helping adults work through trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and the lasting effects of overwhelming life experiences.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Vasquez

Lori Vasquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Costa Mesa, CA


“I especially enjoy supporting women and young adults, including women navigating postpartum anxiety, depression, and the adjustment to motherhood.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Hannah Williams

Hannah Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Irvine, CA


Welcome! Before becoming a psychotherapist, I spent many years in the law and advocacy field. My previous training and experience helps me relate well with many different backgrounds with a greater understanding and appreciation for the diverse issues and concerns encountered by others. I love working with adults of all ages and couples in their journey towards self-discovery, personal growth, greater connection and fulfillment.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Fuller

Michelle Fuller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Irvine, CA


Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, but more importantly, I am a safe space, an advocate, a collaborator, and a sounding board. I specialize in trauma/intergenerational trauma, depression, anxiety, identity incongruency, and general life stage/cycle challenges. I am EMDR trained, and a Certified Grief Informed Counselor.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Noelle Lee

Dr. Noelle Lee

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


As a highly compassionate and empathic therapist, I am able to provide the space you need to process on a deeper level to cultivate self-awareness and insight so that you can fully understand yourself, experiences, their implications in your life and world, with development of genuine self-love and self-care. I am passionate about helping others find happiness in themselves, their relationships, their everyday lives, and in their world, and love the work I do.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Ariane Djeussoung

Ariane Djeussoung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Upland, CA


“I believe in treating symptoms by using an holistic approach in addressing the root causes of mental health issues.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Salma Shah

Salma Shah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I'm a relational trauma psychotherapist specializing in healing from childhood attachment trauma and how we see ourselves and relate to other, breakups, divorce, and toxic abusive relationships.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Chu

Julie Chu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Tustin, CA


“Julie brings extensive experience from both inpatient psychiatric and inpatient chemical dependency settings, allowing her to effectively support individuals with primary mental health concerns as well as complex dual-diagnosis presentations.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Veronica Thurman

Veronica Thurman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Costa Mesa, CA


I have supported clients with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relational issues, personality disorders and trauma. I completed my M.A. in psycholoy in 2018 and since then I have worked in both private practice and school settings. I am also trained in EMDR. I use an eclectic approach to therapy that I tailor to meet the needs of each client.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandon Owens

Brandon Owens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“Since becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I've seen how prioritizing mental health can bring more joy, balance, and resilience into everyday life.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Creative

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Kramer

Amber Kramer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Irvine, CA


“My approach is collaborative and compassionate. I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, respected, and understood.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Boyajian

David Boyajian

Therapist

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


“I'm a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) with a passion to help people heal on a mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual level.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Manuel Cruz

Manuel Cruz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Tustin, CA


“I strive to create a safe, non-judgemental environment where I can meet my clients where they are and help them learn to become the best version of themselves.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Van Nguyen

Van Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Tustin, CA


“I have helped my clients resolve attachment issues by guiding them towards understanding the importance of secure attachment when it comes to mental health and well-being.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Maura Lynch-Loftus

Maura Lynch-Loftus

Therapist

In-person • 25 mi away • Tustin, CA


“I have psychotherapy expertise in working with individuals of all ages, as well as couples and families.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Ruben Garcia

Ruben Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Murrieta, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and environment—while empowering patients through education and shared decision-making.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Taylor Wikel

Taylor Wikel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Temecula, CA


“Using a trauma informed approach along with a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) lens, I help you understand why these patterns exist, build self-trust, and create boundaries that actually stick.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“My open-minded strategic approach and accepting individualism help me let the patient guide in discussing their personal health struggles.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Dr. Jose Cholula Bruno

Dr. Jose Cholula Bruno

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


“I specialize in working with professionals, athletes, coaches, trainers, and other high-achieving individuals to address areas of anxiety and stress.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Maureen Burney

Dr. Maureen Burney

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Chino, CA


As a licensed psychologist for 30 years, I am passionate about helping people struggling with life challenges find joy and stability.

United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stavroula Alatzas

Stavroula Alatzas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from West Chester University and my master's degree in Clinical Social Work from San Diego State University. I have worked in community mental health providing mental health services to those suffering from severe and persistent mental illness, as a program manager for community mental health clinics.I currently have a private practice where I provide psychotherapy to individuals 18 and over utilizing an eclectic approach.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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Ijeoma Mbadugha

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“She is passionate about creating a supportive, judgment-free environment where every patient feels heard, respected, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ese Ogbetuo

Ese Ogbetuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“I use a holistic approach in managing various disorders enabling individuals to maintain a healthy lifestyle...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“Hello, I'm Gerrald Angeles, a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I provide psychiatric medication management for adults throughout California.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
DeeDee Chukuka

DeeDee Chukuka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“I am passionate about building therapeutic relationships, promoting recovery, preventing suicide, and empowering patients through education and support.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Alireza Nikpour

Alireza Nikpour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Redlands, CA


“I see medication as one important tool — not the only one — and I take time to understand your full picture before making recommendations.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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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