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

Headway connects UnitedHealthcare members in San Jose to 2,928 providers ready to support your mental wellness goals. With copays approximately $30 and availability within two weeks, you can access therapy in your preferred format—virtual or in-person. Our average client saves 75% on mental health care through insurance coverage.

Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • San Jose, CA


“I listen first and prescribe thoughtfully. Before recommending medication, I want to understand the full picture...”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Chester Profeta

Chester Profeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away • San Jose, CA


“My approach is warm, honest, and practical. I take time to listen, explain treatment options clearly, and work with you to create a plan that makes sense for your life.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm

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Dr. Bongjoo Hwang

Dr. Bongjoo Hwang

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • Campbell, CA


“I use an integrative approach drawing from client-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, relational, system's and other approaches to meet the client's specific needs.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Inhwa Byun

Inhwa Byun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • 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.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Angela White Esau

Angela White Esau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • Santa Clara, CA


“I'm here to help you sort through the things that are difficult right now, and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dana Walker

Dana Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • Campbell, CA


Are you struggling with childhood trauma, dysregulation of emotions, intrusive thinking, or feeling stuck navigating life demands? You don't have to face them alone. I can be of support to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and strengthen emotional stability. Collectively, we'll work together by developing strategies to cope with stressors, build healthy skillsets that will promote a more positive and balanced lifestyle.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Direct, Humorous

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Christine Tronge

Christine Tronge

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away • San Jose, CA


“I bring over 30 years of post-graduate experience in both mental health and substance use treatment to my work as a therapist.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jeremiah Knight

Jeremiah Knight

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • San Jose, CA


“I believe change occurs through conscious reflection, intentional action towards one's goals, and an active engagement in one's life.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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Milly Thomas

Milly Thomas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • San Jose, CA


Being a therapist and helping people overcome feelings of isolation and conflict is one of my life's greatest joys. I specialize in helping individuals, families, and couples work through depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship issues. I also provide critical assistance through domestic violence and rape counselling. It is important to me to help patients along on their journey through professional, evidence based counselling.

United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Sheila Biskoroway Brown

Sheila Biskoroway Brown

Therapist

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


Sheila C. Brown has extensive experience working with teens and adults, providing a safe space where individuals can be themselves and feel heard and valued, Sheila has lived experience with ADHD and late in life diagnosis.


United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

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Johnny Brown

Johnny Brown

Therapist

In-person • 8.5 mi away • Los Gatos, CA


“My approach is to help you identify what are the thoughts and behaviors that are keeping you from living your best life.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Hong Zhang

Hong Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Los Altos, CA


“My specialty is the multicultural treatment of adolescents and adults with anxiety, grief, loss, and trauma.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Diler Bilgin

Diler Bilgin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Fremont, CA


“I aim to create a warm, supportive space where you can talk openly, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what you're going through.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Rachel Veronneau

Rachel Veronneau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Menlo Park, CA


I enjoy being part of a client's process of learning ways to make their life work and help them feel good about themselves. I have psychiatric, educational, and life experience of 20 years in the field. This is dynamic counseling involving new tool and ways to look at situations. The 60 minutes session will give you at least one tool to help you do your life in a different way. Then we refine tools the next week. Goal setting and review will be part of your therapy work.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

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Janet Croteau

Janet Croteau

Therapist

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


“I'm a "inclusiastic" therapist who invites you to use our relationship as a template to find the sweet spot between safety and your growing edge as a human.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Miriam Munzarova

Miriam Munzarova

Therapist

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


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, personalized, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I work with patients who survived physical, sexual, or spiritual abuse or trauma.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Tierney Long

Tierney Long

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kim Chilvers

Kim Chilvers

Therapist

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


“I use both skill based and trauma informed approaches, looking out both how to get quick improvement in symptoms and struggles.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

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Sara M. Hunt

Sara M. Hunt

Therapist

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


“I believe each person has the potential for healing, connection, and building healthier relationships with a good support system.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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Lorine Bay

Lorine Bay

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Santa Cruz, CA


“Clients often tell me they feel deeply safe, understood, and free to explore all parts of themselves.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Creative, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Ignacia Perez Botto

Ignacia Perez Botto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Walnut Creek, CA


“I specialize in supporting teens and adults through life transitions like college, career changes, pregnancy, and postpartum.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Dr. Serena Wu

Dr. Serena Wu

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Emeryville, CA


“I see psychiatric treatment not simply as symptom management, but as a way to support people through periods of transition, stress, and uncertainty — with thoughtfulness, structure, and compassion.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


“Seeking help for your mental health is a sign of strength, and I am proud of people who advocate for their well-being.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Joy Nnebe

Joy Nnebe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Manteca, CA


Hi, and welcome! I am Joy Nnebe, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am thrilled you’re considering working with me.

I have 8 years of experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing, and I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, trauma, and more, using approaches like CBT therapy and trauma-informed care. I aim to provide simple, non-judgmental, supportive, and personalized care to help you feel understood and empowered on your mental health journey.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Oluwabukola Adasofunjo

Dr. Oluwabukola Adasofunjo

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Modesto, CA


“With a warm and empathetic personality, I bring a refreshing sense of humor to my practice, making my patients and their families feel comfortable and understood.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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Fiel Gamad

Fiel Gamad

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Modesto, CA


“I have years of experience serving patients with mental health illnesses i.e anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance/alcohol abuse, sleep disorder, etc.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Thanh Mai

Thanh Mai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and personalized — I believe treatment works best when clients feel comfortable, respected, and involved in their care.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Patience Okpala

Patience Okpala

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, empowered, and supported in achieving their mental health and wellness goals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Saba Kerendian

Saba Kerendian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I help clients better understand their emotions, patterns, and nervous system responses...”
United Healthcare + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shakeh Galstian

Shakeh Galstian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize creating a safe, nurturing environment for clients to break free from limiting narratives and step into the fulfilling life they've always envisioned.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Trinidad Castillo

Trinidad Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am especially passionate about working with first-gen, BIPOC clients, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and fellow neurodivergent folks who often feel unseen or misunderstood in traditional spaces.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

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Soua Moua

Soua Moua

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth, and together, we can unlock your potential for positive transformation.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Alexandra Agar

Dr. Alexandra Agar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you increase your self confidence, sexual self esteem and knowledge around sex and sexuality.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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Innesa Rchtouni

Innesa Rchtouni

Therapist

Virtual • Sherman Oaks, CA


“My approach to therapy is integrative combining attachment, mindfulness and cognitive behavior therapy.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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Christine Featherstone

Christine Featherstone

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is integrative in nature, which blends traditional psychiatric care with science-backed interventions that are patient-centered, supportive, and healing-oriented.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Arasha Alcaraz

Arasha Alcaraz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Ana, CA


Hello, my name is Arasha, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over seven years of experience. I aim to provide a safe space to hold and help you explore emotions, thoughts, and difficulties. I believe in the importance of using somatic approaches to help you build self-awareness and cultivate a deeper connection between your mind and body.

United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Karen Depriest

Karen Depriest

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“I offer support and reassurance that provides them with a safe place as we build a therapeutic relationship.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Dr. Miriam Ofili

Dr. Miriam Ofili

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Miriam is passionate about serving the mental health population and specializes in individuals with depression, anxiety/panic disorders, general mental health, stress management, OCD, PTSD, and Faith-based therapy.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jamie Plaxco

Jamie Plaxco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, 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.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“I see our relationship as a true partnership. While I bring clinical knowledge and evidence-based treatment approaches, you bring the most important element—intimate knowledge of your own experience, strengths, and goals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your United Healthcare plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — 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.