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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in San Diego, CA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in San Diego, CA

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Linda Fong

Linda Fong

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Emeryville, CA


“I am guided by my values of Compassion, Wisdom, Healing and Empowerment. My focus is helping people THRIVE in healthy lifestyle and wellbeing.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynell Yasno

Lynell Yasno

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping my clients develop a more trusting and loving relationship with all of the parts of themselves that feel difficult to understand and be with.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chinenye Chukwu

Chinenye Chukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orange, CA


“Chinenye believes that effective communication and patient involvement is the key to a successful treatment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Kelsey Fitzgerald

Dr. Kelsey Fitzgerald

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I practice from a place of genuine partnership: therapy with me is active, practical, and focused on real forward movement, not just processing.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jackson Doyle

Jackson Doyle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My treatment approach is integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, EMDR and DBT, as well as depth and insight-oriented techniques from my training in psychodynamic practice.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dana Rogers

Dana Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Dana has over 20 years of clinical experience facilitating emotional healing transformation in a vast diversity of populations...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melody Hernandez

Melody Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and life experiences without judgment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Elissa Buchman

Dr. Elissa Buchman

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I work particularly well with creative individuals whose rich inner lives are often labeled as "too intense" by a world who misunderstands them.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassidy Bradehoft-Masters

Cassidy Bradehoft-Masters

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Cassidy, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that healing starts with a warm, genuine connection. If you’ve been struggling with the weight of depression or anxiety, I’m here to walk alongside you with kindness and understanding. I love combining the 'science' of therapy with human connection, making sure you feel seen and supported while we break down the big stressors into more manageable pieces.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Henry Olcese

Henry Olcese

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Rosa, CA


“My philosophy of therapy is to treat children and youth as part of the family environment that they are in.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Baca

Ashley Baca

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, including 6 years providing therapy. My goal in session is to help you feel comfortable, at ease, and able to be yourself—without judgment.

I believe that when people feel safe and supported, real growth can happen. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges, and I focus on creating a space where you can talk openly, make sense of what you’re going through, and move forward in a way that feels right for you.

You don’t have to have everything figured out before coming in—we can take it one step at a time together.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brandee Herrera

Brandee Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


My work centers on helping clients navigate difficult transitions, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with their capacity for growth and healing. As a social worker with five years of experience, I believe every person deserves to feel heard, supported, and empowered. I’m passionate about creating a space where clients can show up as they are and feel met with compassion, curiosity, and care.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Sweigert

Jamie Sweigert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a gentle, authentic, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach blended with validation and constructive feedback that ideally allows space for you to safely explore emotions, develop new insights, and feel empowered to create desired...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawn McClellan

Shawn McClellan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, and I focus on helping you build skills you can use in real life, not just insight you can talk about.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candy Taylor-Ceballos

Candy Taylor-Ceballos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Bilingual/Bicultural Latiné LCSW with over 12 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and families.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Lindsay Vitale

Dr. Lindsay Vitale

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe that everyone deserves to live a full life, and I am passionately committed to assisting each person on their unique mental health journey.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Gutierrez

Patricia Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice centers on trauma and PTSD, identity and gender affirming care, and the lived experiences of women and LGBTQIA+ individuals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Leslie De Vera

Leslie De Vera

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, personalized, and evidence-based. I believe effective mental health care is not one-size-fits-all...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Meriah Ward

Dr. Meriah Ward

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I create safe, inclusive spaces for healing and self-understanding through evidence-based care that goes beyond symptoms to address the whole person.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hilary Malloy

Hilary Malloy

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), working in private practice as a Psychotherapist. I live in Los Angeles, and work in-person or hybrid, with adults, teens, couples and the aging population. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, work stress/dissatisfaction, career goals, sleep disorders, substance use, trauma (ptsd/complex/acute), obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD/OCPD), attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD). In addition I deal with grief, isolation, and breaking creative blocks.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Edith Mejia

Edith Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in people-pleasing, boundary-setting, mother wounds, and trauma — especially for those who've spent too long putting everyone else first.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cylystina Nevel

Cylystina Nevel

Therapist

Virtual • California


Some seasons of life ask more of you than you ever expected, and somewhere along the way you stopped feeling like yourself. I work with teens, parents, and adults who are moving through anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and the heavy stretches that come with big life transitions. I care deeply about supporting LGBTQIA+ and transgender clients, and families who want to understand and show up for one another a little better. So much of this work is simply remembering that you do not have to carry any of it alone.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kesia Carter

Kesia Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Assist individuals/families of all ethnicities and backgrounds to achieve mental stability and awareness of self.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I bring over 30 years of healthcare experience, including more than 25 years in the emergency department, where I've worked with individuals in high-stress and crisis situations.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sima Braude

Sima Braude

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a bold, honest presence to our sessions. I will tell you the truth - not to judge you, but to empower and liberate you.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Berrios

Jacqueline Berrios

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Jackie Berrios, a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience in mental health. I'm a mother of two toddler boys, and a proud first-generation Latina from the DC area, living in CA since 2013. I help mom's struggling with depression, anxiety and adjustment to tap into their strengths and move forward confidently.

I am an empathetic and thoughtful provider that likes to include humor when possible. I help adults experiencing depression and anxiety by supporting them to understand and reframe limiting beliefs and thinking patterns. I am experienced and passionate about working with diverse communities such as LGBTQ+, first generation and BIPOC.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Tarrisyna Bartley

Dr. Tarrisyna Bartley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm and inviting, which helps to facilitate and build rapport. I use a collaborative and integrative approach, which enables an individualized experience.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Hanh Truong

Dr. Hanh Truong

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Vietnamese refugee who has faced profound hardship, I bring a deep understanding of resilience, trauma, and healing to my work.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Taunya Taylor

Taunya Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize a realist, goal-oriented framework to help clients build resilience, develop effective coping skills, and successfully navigate periods of change in their life!”
Maternal mental health, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Diane Dunne, Ph. D.

Dr. Diane Dunne, Ph. D.

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Dr. Dunne utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming... and various other evidence-based therapeutic approaches to assist her patients to exceed their personal goals.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Faith Morgan

Faith Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • California


For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping individuals untangle the weight of trauma, stress, and life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Whether you’re feeling on edge, disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can be a place to finally exhale.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Pearlman

Jennifer Pearlman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded. I aim to create a space where clients feel safe enough to explore deeply while also developing practical tools to regulate their nervous system, process past experiences, and move forward with greater...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Delia Acosta-Perez

Delia Acosta-Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is client-centered and strength-based, rooted in empathy, active listening, and unconditional positive regard.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bart Liles

Bart Liles

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe everyone needs help from time to time.

I specialize in evening and weekend appointments. Later appointments are available, please request your needs.

I am a friendly goal-oriented therapist who believes strongly in positive self-reinforcement. I have a Master's degree from La Tech University with a background in private practice for over 20 years. I am Licensed in Louisiana and Texas as a professional counselor. I am also Licensed as a marriage and family therapist in Louisiana.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sarah Kimmons

Sarah Kimmons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring an easygoing approach that fosters trust and understanding, ensuring you feel heard and supported throughout the process.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Marcela Malcolm

Marcela Malcolm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Camarillo, CA


“I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential for healing, and I bring authenticity, compassion, and honesty into every session.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Josephine Majorana

Josephine Majorana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy from a collaborative perspective, viewing my clients as the experts in their own lives while seeking to empower them to foster positive change...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Headway helps you find expert-guided support for every stage of motherhood — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Postpartum Therapist in San Diego, CA

Finding postpartum therapists in San Diego starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Postpartum concerns can include postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, birth-related stress, identity shifts, and relationship strain. Some people look for talk therapy for postpartum depression, while others want a therapist with perinatal training or experience supporting new parents. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties that match what you want to focus on. The PMH-C credential can also signal advanced training in perinatal mental health.

San Diego has a large mental health care market, which can make it harder to narrow your options across neighborhoods, schedules, and appointment formats. For new parents, logistics matter. Unpredictable schedules, infant care, and physical recovery can make virtual appointments a practical option, while in-person sessions may work well if you prefer an office near home, work, or transit. Before booking, read therapist bios to understand their approach, availability, session style, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.

Therapy in San Diego can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket session costs. Headway helps you find postpartum therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, and show estimated costs before you book. You can compare therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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