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

Finding quality mental health care in San Marcos is easier with Headway and Cigna coverage. Our 6,906 providers offer flexible scheduling with availability within days, and many offer free initial consultations. With copays estimated near $30 and insurance coverage handling the details, you can prioritize your mental health without financial stress.

Ellen Case

Ellen Case

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm genuinely interested in what's happening beneath the surface of your life — not just the symptoms, but the patterns, the history, the stories you've been telling yourself for a long time.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Diana Pena

Diana Pena

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • El Segundo, CA


“What sets my practice apart is my genuine comfort with diagnostic complexity and co-occurring conditions.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Christina Stelly

Christina Stelly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


“I am deeply committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to every person I serve.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Sherry King

Sherry King

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“I have been in practice for over thirty years. I bring both experience and a variety of approaches to my humanistic practice.”
Cigna + 2 others
Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tareen Mekany

Tareen Mekany

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a licensed therapist in California with 7 years of professional experience, supporting clients through life’s challenges, including anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, and major life transitions.

Whether you’re navigating change, building confidence, or seeking support, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity and strength. Taking the first step can be hard, and I’m proud of you for starting.

Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jamie Plaxco

Jamie Plaxco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“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...”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Daniela Cherny

Daniela Cherny

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, practical, and collaborative. I want you to feel heard and understood, while also leaving with tools you can actually use in daily life.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Lapinski

Andrea Lapinski

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have over 30 years of clinical, counseling and administrative experience working with individuals and couples, addressing the unique issues related to their unique life experiences. I have extensive professional and personal experience with military families and veterans. I understand first-hand the struggles of grief and medical conditions that impact all aspects of life. I have supported chronically and terminally ill patients, individuals living with cancer or chronic medical diagnoses, as well as parents experiencing infertility, peripartum, and postpartum depression. Whether dealing with life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, or divorce, or simply seeking to express yourself and feel more confident, I am here to walk with you, provide insights, and support you toward lasting change.

Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jieyi Zhang

Jieyi Zhang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Everyone needs a time and space to be heard and to regroup in life. We are partners in your therapeutic journey.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Jasmine Maniti

Jasmine Maniti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


“I believe genuine human connection can be deeply healing, especially when paired with evidence-based medication management.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I offer real choices. I share my clinical reasoning openly while respecting your right to decide what’s best for you.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Brittany Friend

Brittany Friend

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach focuses on strengths and effective coping skills in order to help the client build more meaning in their lives.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Stelly

Christina Stelly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“Helping people reclaim their mental health and quality of life is not just my profession — it is my purpose.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“I generally prefer to start medications at low doses and adjust gradually, since steady progress often leads to the most lasting results.”
Cigna + 7 others
Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Matasha Bailey

Matasha Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is structured, tailored, and deeply rooted in the belief that true emotional growth requires both a genuine personal connection and proven, evidence-based tools.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Megan Quinn

Megan Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it's built around you, not a template, and that growth looks different for every person.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kasandra Frederick

Kasandra Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to providing a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Cynthia Perez

Cynthia Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert of your own life. My role is not to hand you a solution but to help you uncover the one that already fits you.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“They would be looking to improve coping skills, or relationship skills or how to be more fulfilled and creative in their life.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Chidinma Nwankwo

Chidinma Nwankwo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Torrance, CA


“She prioritizes building a solid therapeutic relationship with her patients based on trust, empathy, and respect.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you don't have to figure it out alone.

I help adults work through anxiety, ADHD, depression, and the stress of big life transitions so you can move forward with more clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of direction.

I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over a decade of clinical experience, and I bring a calm, grounded presence to the work.

My background spans trauma-informed care, support for college students building self-advocacy and success strategies (especially those with learning differences), and extensive work with the military community — including wounded warriors and their families.

Whether you're navigating a career or life change, managing attention or focus challenges, working through anxiety or depression, or facing relationship stress, I offer a safe, collaborative space where real growth is possible.

Clients often describe me as warm, real, non-judgmental, and direct in a supportive way. I'm LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcome people from all backgrounds with a spirit of inclusion and care.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ilena Sussman

Ilena Sussman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Psychotherapy provided to adults seeking support. In treatment,we can create/reach goals to cope successfully while decreasing symptoms of anxiety/depression. Both short-term and long-term assistance available.

Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghan Holland

Meghan Holland

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a supportive, compassionate, empathic approach by listening to the client and providing feedback that can help the client improve their quality of life.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Kate Bergam

Kate Bergam

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients soften rigid patterns while still honoring the strengths that have helped them survive and succeed.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Mercedes Frierson

Mercedes Frierson

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I believe healing often begins with something simple but powerful: an invitation to have a conversation.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Paden

Matthew Paden

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Matthew is also an end-of-life doula and a Certified HeartMath® trainer, integrating mindfulness, emotional regulation, and compassionate presence into his work.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Farah Pezeshki

Dr. Farah Pezeshki

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe every person can determine the best solutions for their unique selves when given the opportunity to take the lead and develop trust in making their own decisions.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Rodriguez

Theresa Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is marked by compassion and directness, creating a non-judgmental and supportive environment that embraces individuals as they are.”
Cigna + 19 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Dimas Moncada

Dimas Moncada

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I've developed the skills to help you (a) explore and identify the causes of your challenges and (b) develop an individualized plan that leads to measurable progress, the progress you seek.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Saima Hanif

Saima Hanif

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“I work with patients ages 10 and older, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, of all genders.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Amaris Garcia

Amaris Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Amaris, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes healing happens best in a space where you feel safe, understood, and never judged.

I work with children, teens, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, emotional overwhelm, grief, and major life transitions. Whether your child is having big feelings they don’t know how to manage, you’re feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve you, or your family is walking through the heartbreak of dementia or loss, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

My style is supportive, down-to-earth, and collaborative. Therapy with me isn’t about “fixing” you, it’s about helping you understand yourself, build practical tools, and feel more confident handling life’s challenges. I blend evidence-based approaches with compassion, creativity, and sometimes even humor, because growth doesn’t have to feel heavy all the time.

Parents appreciate that I help kids build emotional regulation skills in ways that make sense to them, and I make sure caregivers feel supported too. Adults often come to me when anxiety, emotional ups and downs, or grief feel overwhelming. I also have a special place in my heart for working with older adults and families facing Alzheimer’s, dementia, and end-of-life changes.

At the core of my work is this belief:

You are not broken, you’re human, and you’re capable of growth.

If you’re ready for a space where you can show up exactly as you are, we’ll work at your pace, together.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Challenging, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Hoang

Linda Hoang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Believing that no two paths are the same, she collaborates closely with clients and their families to design personalized treatment plans.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Esmeralda Garcia

Esmeralda Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe space to process your thoughts where you will be asked difficult questions and will be supported to grow and explore options.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Armando Trujillo

Armando Trujillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an LCSW who offers practical strengths-based therapy with CBT and DBT tools that actually fit your life. I am here to meet you where you are, build a genuine connection, and support growth that lasts.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Onyebuchi Nwosu

Dr. Onyebuchi Nwosu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe effective mental health care starts with listening and understanding the whole person—not simply focusing on symptoms or a diagnosis.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Anabel Segovia

Anabel Segovia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive training in nursing and a specialization in mental health and medication management.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Women's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Bianca Martinez

Bianca Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with incorporating different therapeutic modalities to support the clients needs.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Roberto Perez

Roberto Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a place where you can speak openly, feel understood, and work toward real change.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Christina Georgescu

Christina Georgescu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is conversational, collaborative, and rooted in compassion, because I believe therapy works best when it is built on a genuine human connection.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Valorie Herd

Dr. Valorie Herd

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My work is rooted in the whole person approach (e.g., mind, body, spirit, inside and outside of systems), with special focus on emotional wellness, tangible daily tools, and realistic commitments to help you feel whole, in control, and connected.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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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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