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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in San Mateo, CA

Find therapy and medication management support across San Mateo neighborhoods including downtown, Laurelmont, and Hillsdale through Headway's Aetna network. With copays around $30, patients save an average of 75% on sessions while accessing flexible scheduling options.

Chally Grundwag

Chally Grundwag

Therapist

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


Hello,

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. My goal as a therapist is to support you in your journey to regain trust in your unique strengths and overcome life's challenging situations, and help you make your life happier and more meaningful. My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive.

I have been in practice for over a decade, and work with a wide range of conditions including trauma, depression and complex life transitions.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Sara Mitchell

Dr. Sara Mitchell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • Belmont, CA


“Sara believes that when children, youth and young adults receive support from caring, compassionate, and safe adults, they can find a language to express their story and challenges.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Dr. Brad Novak

Dr. Brad Novak

Psychiatrist

In-person • 4 mi away • Belmont, CA


Welcome! I specialize in medication management (psychopharmacology) of depression, anxiety disorders, OCD and ADHD of adult patients. I graduated from the Stanford Psychiatry Residency Program in 2004 where I served as chief resident and have been in private practice since 2005. You may learn more about my practice at https://sfpsychiatrylaw.com. Please note that the first appointment is done in my office in Belmont. I talk to prospective clients on the phone before booking the inital intake appointment. I am not able to take all the patients who wish to schedule.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive

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Judith Lucia Albano

Judith Lucia Albano

Therapist

In-person • 9.1 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I bring a real, attentive, and compassionate presence to therapy. I value building trust and creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory

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Rachel Veronneau

Rachel Veronneau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 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.

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

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Amilia Rodriguez

Amilia Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I take a holistic, client-centered approach rooted in Gestalt principles, focusing on mind, body, and emotions.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm

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Lucia Moore

Lucia Moore

Therapist

In-person • 14 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I use a warm approach by incorporating empathetic listening and authentic affirmative communication.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Faauuga Moliga-Puletasi

Faauuga Moliga-Puletasi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2 mi away • Burlingame, CA


“I am direct, warm, and genuinely invested in the people I work with. Therapy with me feels like a real conversation — not a performance, not a checklist, and never a one-size-fits-all approach.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Fremont, CA


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

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Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • 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.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stephanie Denton

Stephanie Denton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I take a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach, meaning we look at how past experiences and relationships may still be influencing your present-day emotions and connections.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Samuel Khanukayev

Samuel Khanukayev

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“Multicultural and bilingual elements of my identity, and a history of enduring ethnic discrimination and immigration, significantly inform how I listen to my clients...”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

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Clementine Brown

Clementine Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I use a Liberation Psychology approach which means we often explore how we have internalized society's oppressive systems and how we can get you as free as possible from internalized and external forms of oppression.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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Carie Ann Ylanan

Carie Ann Ylanan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your pursuit of wellness.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Camille Lendormy

Camille Lendormy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“My approach to providing care includes empathetic listening, unconditional positive regard, transparency and radical curiosity.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Thomas Browne

Dr. Thomas Browne

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“They usually tell me that they feel comfortable with me as a professional, heard, not judged, and respected.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Reina Turner

Reina Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Francisco, CA


Hi! I’m Reina and I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I’m also a Bay Area native, an unapologetic cat lover, a self proclaimed expert of silly reality tv shows, and mom to a sweet, silly little 5 year old.

I work with awesome, fierce women at various stages of motherhood who look like they have it all together on the outside but internally feel like they're consumed with spinning thoughts and worry they're doing it all wrong.

Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

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Dr. Benjamin Molland

Dr. Benjamin Molland

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I believe that understanding how your past shapes your current patterns — in relationships, in your sense of self, in the ways you get stuck — is the foundation for lasting change.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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Lukas Novak

Lukas Novak

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“Much of our work will hinge on the relationship. Good therapy needs a real one - a place where you can think out loud, say what you don't usually say, and hear honest feedback about what might be going on.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

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Douglas Glen

Douglas Glen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I look to develop sessions with prospective clients by building a collaborative, supportive and empowering relationship.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Svetlana Tikhonova

Svetlana Tikhonova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Altos, CA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I try to create a safe space where even the most uncomfortable topics and life experiences are welcome to be seen and understood with respect.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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Barclay Kenyon

Barclay Kenyon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“My practice emphasizes a direct approach and quick results, and clients typically see myriad types of improvement in their lives soon after commencing therapy.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Inquisitive
Andrea Bass

Andrea Bass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“In our healing journey together, connection to our emotions, our body (somatic mindfulness), our creativity and life force brings deeper relationships with others and a greater connection to ourselves.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Alecia Singer

Alecia Singer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • San Francisco, CA


I’m a licensed therapist in San Francisco with over 15 years in private practice. I specialize in Eating disorders, body image and trauma and work primarily with adults who are exhausted by the cycle of restriction, compulsive eating, shame and self criticism and are ready for something to genuinely shift. My training includes, IFS, Somatic therapy, EMDR, CBT and Expressive Arts therapy, which means we will not only engage in supportive talk therapy, but also have real tools to work with. My clients often express that not only do they heal and find peace with food, disordered eating and body image, but they also become more able to feel and tolerate emotions and regulate moods, while building trust in their bodies and discover true hungers, desires and enhance creativity and vitality. This can lead to more ease and comfort in your own skin, with the potential of more meaningful work and healthy relationships.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Jim Torrens

Jim Torrens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • San Francisco, CA


I have found a calling that allows me to bring my full self – head, heart, and soul – to my work.

I found this calling after a fulfilling career in social services. In addition to working as a teacher, program manager, policy advocate, and peer counselor, I have also married, raised a family, coached youth sports, and pursued mindful self-care, creativity, and personal growth.

I earned my Bachelor’s in English from Harvard and my Master’s in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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Hong Zhang

Hong Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Altos, CA


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

Kristina Kenyon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I strive to be the kind of therapist I would want—compassionate, relatable, and actively engaged in the process.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

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Melody Claiborne

Melody Claiborne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My approach is structured and results-oriented. I prioritize getting you the right treatment quickly...”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Ashraf Khater

Ashraf Khater

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Oakland, CA


I have a deep commitment to seeing people flourish in relationship to themselves, and to others. For many of us, we have some sense of what makes relationships great and what makes them terrible. Knowing and experiencing what makes great relationships stronger, and what turns terrible relationships around, is where I can work alongside you. As someone who has been stepped in Attachment science, I love allowing for people to make more coherent sense of their internal world, to build or restore bonds with others.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm

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Jean-Frederic Aboudarham

Jean-Frederic Aboudarham

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Mountain View, CA


“I believe that the most part of our daily feelings and emotional states are driven by our thoughts, conscious and unconscious...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Energetic, Humorous

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Erik Kahn

Erik Kahn

Therapist

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


I’m a licensed therapist trained in somatic psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. I work with individuals, couples, and men, supporting clients with anxiety (including social anxiety), depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. I also help people navigating loneliness, work-related stress, and cultural or identity-related experiences, including multiracial relationships. My goal is to help people better understand themselves, their patterns, and how they relate to others. I tend to be warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative, while also being direct when it’s helpful.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Dr. Meghan Fuller

Dr. Meghan Fuller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My work is grounded in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches, with careful attention to development, attachment, trauma, and the complexity of each individual's inner life.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Jessica Mendoza-Miranda

Jessica Mendoza-Miranda

Therapist

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


Well, well, well. You finally decided to look for some help. If you want to know more about what I offer, scroll down :)

If you are reading this, I imagine that you are having a hard time or maybe you are looking to make some changes in your life. I love working with young adults to find their passion in life, remove blocks that are keeping them from being their most awesome selves and learn to live the life they have always dreamed of.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Connor ( Ryn Mulhern ) Benefield

Connor ( Ryn Mulhern ) Benefield

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away • Oakland, CA


“I help my clients feel worthy of turning their big loving hearts toward themselves so they can feel more agency and alignment in their lives.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Laya Fatemeh Jamali

Laya Fatemeh Jamali

Therapist

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


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and depth-oriented. I integrate psychodynamic and Jungian perspectives with mindfulness and somatic awareness...”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eli Benway

Eli Benway

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away • Oakland, CA


“I'm passionate about working with adults from marginalized communities, and I have a particular affinity for supporting queer and trans folks.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Mark Abelson

Mark Abelson

Therapist

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


Hi, I'm Mark.

I work with adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, and relationships.

If you feel overwhelmed by emotions, we can face these challenges together with a good plan and the right tools. I have a lot of experience working with neurodiversity, anxiety, and self-harm.

Therapy can expand and strengthen your network of support, especially during difficult times. Reach out today--I'd love to answer any questions and share more.

Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Rudsten

Hannah Rudsten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Oakland, CA


For the past 20 years, I've worked across private practices, youth development centers, schools, and mental health clinics. My passion is to work with adults navigating major life transitions. Whether you are a college student or approaching retirement, my hope is to walk alongside you during this time of change and uncertainty; to help create the conditions for you to reconnect with your authentic self and remember what lights you up. We can explore ways to recognize and acknowledge your anxiety that moves beyond words. Incorporating expressive arts, guided imagery, and embodied exercises to help you strengthen your awareness with your emotions and rewrite old narratives.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claire Neumann

Claire Neumann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Oakland, CA


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NY & CA) with an MSW from NYU and a BA in Communications from Northwestern. With 14 years as a professional actor and teaching artist, I incorporate creativity into my eclectic therapeutic approach, which includes CBT, mindfulness, expressive arts, and psychodynamics. I specialize in supporting clients with anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relational challenges, and personal growth.

Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Serena Wu

Dr. Serena Wu

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • 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.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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Aetna 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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