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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in San Diego, CA

Access mental health support in San Diego with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of over 7,112 licensed providers. With copays typically around $30, many patients save up to 75% on sessions. Flexible in-person and virtual appointments are available, with providers offering availability within the next two weeks.

Renee Arcement

Renee Arcement

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I chose this career path because I believe we all need to be passionate and engaged with our own emotional, psychological, and social well-being.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kristy Crownover

Kristy Crownover

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Our emotional awareness in ourselves and others gives us the information we need to communicate more effectively...”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Kirsten Storne-Piazza

Kirsten Storne-Piazza

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed therapist with extensive experience working with first responders and their families. I understand the unique stressors that accompany careers in emergency services, including exposure to trauma, high-stakes decision-making, shift work, and the impact these demands can have on personal relationships and overall well-being.

Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Emily Smith

Emily Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you can find the motivation to get control of your life again. I work primarily with young adults with ADHD and Anxiety...”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Diana Vasquez

Diana Vasquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, supportive space where you can better understand your emotions, build coping skills, and feel more grounded in your daily life.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brendan Baer

Brendan Baer

Therapist

Virtual • Tustin, CA


“I like to create an environement of curiousity and questioning. If we've had a successful session you'll leave with one or more things you haven't considered before or hadn't thought about that way previously.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Kamika Mason

Kamika Mason

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to meet my clients where they are at, meaning whatever they want to work on a that moment we can.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Joan Sykes-Miessi

Joan Sykes-Miessi

Therapist

Virtual • California


I've been a teacher, adult literacy director, a case manager and now a therapist. I have two Masters one in Education and the other in Social Work. When I learned cognitive behavioral therapy, CBT, I knew that would be my specialty. I include practice work for clients to learn and use the CBT skills consistently.

Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krystal Brown

Krystal Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California with a Master’s degree from the University of Southern California. I’ve worked in the mental health field for over a decade and have spent the past eight years providing therapy to adolescents and adults. My work focuses on supporting clients through challenges related to self‐esteem, anxiety, family and peer relationships, body image, depression, academic and work stress, grief and loss, and anger management.

Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Yajaira Alvarez

Yajaira Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a welcoming space where you can be yourself, openly share your experiences, and build the confidence needed to make meaningful changes.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robin Amidon

Robin Amidon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I've always believed that real change comes from listening deeply and meeting people where they are.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Sanaz Saeidian

Sanaz Saeidian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work hard to tailor each session to my client's unique needs and empower them with transformative tools that can help create meaningful changes in their lives.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Creative, Direct, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kente Wiggins

Kente Wiggins

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My job is to create a space where you can be your genuine self in order to see the parts of self that needs healing.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lorna Peer

Dr. Lorna Peer

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My hope is to help people become more in touch with their own goals and values to make positive changes in their lives.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Chido Ibe

Chido Ibe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is always to help my patients reach their mental health homeostasis (a stable, balanced mental state despite external stressors).”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Vanessa Garcia

Vanessa Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe your past may shape parts of your story, but it does not define your worth, your future, or your ability to heal and grow.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Karla Alvarez

Karla Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You can expect me to show up with empathy, compassion, honesty, and care, while also providing practical tools to help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
V. Haddad

V. Haddad

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a licensed marriage and family therapist,I will always lead with a client-centered curiosity, believing that each individual possess the innate capacity to become the person they want to be.

Cigna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive
Lisa LaMattina

Lisa LaMattina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice focuses on guiding clients through communication challenges, anxiety, depression and life transitions using mindfulness, and CBT with compassion and clarity.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Courser

Danielle Courser

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, at times challenged, and empowered in your healing.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Gabriella Gasparian

Dr. Gabriella Gasparian

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I take a warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented approach — helping clients better understand themselves, build emotional resilience, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
James Carr

James Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Visalia, CA


“I want clients to feel they are accepted and respected as well as taking back the power they may have lost along the way.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Adriana Mendez

Adriana Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), attachment-based work, mindfulness, and strength-based approaches, always tailored to your unique needs.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Kerri Gavin Lcsw

Kerri Gavin Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a special passion for supporting older adults, as well as clients with neurodivergence, ADHD, and autism.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Jeff Schoenfeld

Jeff Schoenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I believe that we are all, by large, good people, trying to lead good lives. I also believe that the good and the bad are intrinsically intertwined throughout our lives.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Jacqueline Palmer

Jacqueline Palmer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


My clients should know that I truly care about their well-being and take the time to listen. I want them to feel comfortable, respected, and never rushed. I believe in providing care that is compassionate, thorough, and personalized to their needs. I also value honesty, trust, and clear communication, so clients feel informed and supported every step of the way.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Amaris Baker

Amaris Baker

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a graduate from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where I earned my Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology and minored in Sociology.

Obtained my Master’s Degree (MA) in Counseling: Marriage and Family Therapy at California State University-Long Beach.

I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of California. I have worked at a variety of clinical settings My background includes but not limited to: working with children, teenagers, addiction, couples, adults, families, and trauma. I am a trained EMDR therapist. Also, extensive experience in crisis intervention and suicide prevention.

Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Cunningham

Joshua Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Covina, CA


“I believe that each client is an expert in their own life, and that many people seek therapy when they are looking to create change.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Eve Marie Colello Moltzen

Eve Marie Colello Moltzen

Therapist

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


“I have had many years of life and clinical experience. I love people and I often use humor to get people unstuck.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Transgender issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Christine Downing

Christine Downing

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with specialized training in partner betrayal trauma, I bring a trauma-informed and compassionate approach to helping clients navigate complex emotional pain and relational wounds.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Currie Bailey

Currie Bailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Paso Robles, CA


“With over 15 years of experience in child welfare, substance use treatment, and working with incarcerated populations, I understand how deeply life circumstances, systems, and relationships shape a person's emotional world.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Aimee Mikalinis

Aimee Mikalinis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work hard to help people pinpoint the changes they want to see in their life and assist with navigating the path toward a values driven and meaningful life.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Yasmine Holbrook

Yasmine Holbrook

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Specializing in the unique needs of women navigating infertility, perinatal, and postpartum challenges.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Cedric Fields

Cedric Fields

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe every person has a unique story, and my job is to listen to yours carefully and offer guidance that actually fits where you are.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Shanee Brown

Shanee Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to providing comprehensive treatment to clients in a manner that considers, not only the troubling behavior or concern, but rather, explores the pathway that clients traveled long before they arrived at their present destination.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Katherine Shachar

Dr. Katherine Shachar

Psychologist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is warm, curious and practical. I blend proven tools like CBT, EMDR and mindfulness with deeper work on where patterns began, so you feel relief now and see lasting change.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Rizo

Carla Rizo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to treat others with dignity, compassion and mutual respect by allowing individuals be themselves to re-discover, heal and continue thriving in their most unique ways.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Hernandez

Sharon Hernandez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rancho Palos Verdes, CA


“I strive to create a collaborative, respectful, and compassionate environment where you feel heard, supported, and empowered.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Cynthia (Cindi) Christiansen

Cynthia (Cindi) Christiansen

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


I have been described as a “down to earth” and “real” therapist. I like to believe these are accurate descriptors. I bring a plethora of experience to my therapy room; however, I recognize, acknowledge, and celebrate the client being the expert on their life. I provide a safe environment which allows my clients to be transparent without judgment. It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help and it is definitely a risk. We need to remember there is no growth without risk!

Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Alexandra Olson

Alexandra Olson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you don't feel like you're sitting across from a stranger with a clipboard.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.