Book maternal mental health care, covered by insurance
Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in San Mateo, CA
Get a cost estimate
People with insurance pay as low as $0 per session through Headway
Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in San Mateo, CA
San Mateo families find compassionate postpartum care through Headway's network of 2,753 providers trained in evidence-based approaches. Sessions are available as soon as next day, with many patients paying as little as $0 per session through insurance coverage.
“I am a systems thinker, so I am very inquisitive and I like to get a really detailed family history.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“As a mom of a young child myself, I have a deep passion for perinatal and postpartum mental health...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Trauma
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I view you as a whole person rather than a list of symptoms. My care combines clinical expertise with genuine kindness and deep respect for the journey you are on.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I am empathetic and professionally driven, paying close attention to your unique needs in terms of mental health to assist you in overcoming challenges and achieving mental well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected—not simply better at pushing through.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, and I've been working in mental health since I was in my twenties — over 20 years, most recently within LA County public service. I'm now building a private practice focused on adults who are actively choosing to be in therapy. I see clients via telehealth throughout California.
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My style is calm, compassionate, and collaborative. I aim to empower you with education and shared decision-making so you feel confident in your care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“With over 7 years of Nurse Practitioner experience, she takes a holistic approach to medication management, carefully tailoring treatment to meet the individual needs of each client.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with specialized training in perinatal mental health, trauma, and reproductive grief and loss.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I am a Bilingual/Bicultural Latiné LCSW with over 15 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and families.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I take a compassionate, collaborative approach to help you navigate life's challenges and reconnect with your inner strength.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I maintain a commitment to cultivating a supportive, non-judgmental, and safe space to work together to assist you with overcoming challenges and achieving wellness goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I consider myself a very direct therapist, I will not ask "how does that make you feel" for years as then I would need therapy!”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My style is warm and straightforward. I'll offer honest insights, honor your feelings, and support you through hard moments.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“He believes that collaborative care, where patients actively participate in their treatment plans, yields the best outcomes.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative, strengths-based, and culturally responsive approach that considers the whole person and their unique experiences.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is creative, open-minded, affirming, and goal-oriented, and I strive to provide a collaborative space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a supportive, culturally responsive, and compassionate environment where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves in the language that feels most natural to them.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I help clients identify the thought patterns and behaviors keeping them stuck, and build practical, sustainable tools to move forward.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your mental health journey.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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
“I believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and personalized. I believe in working closely with my clients to understand their goals and create treatment plans that support lasting emotional wellness.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe in guiding individuals towards their authentic selves and empowering them to live fulfilling lives.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I provide a warm, structured, and down-to-earth approach that's both compassionate and results-oriented.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“My approach is direct and solution-oriented, blending clinical expertise with the profound life lessons that have shaped my perspective on resilience.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered within the family. Let's walk this journey together, one step at a time.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Drawing from her extensive experience across diverse settings, Dr. Castellanos provides compassionate, evidence-based psychological services tailored to the unique needs of each individual she serves.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hello, I'm Dr. Lori! Thank you for trusting in me to join in on your journey. It takes courage to start the process of therapy, and you are already taking the first step. I look forward to being your ally and to offer a warm and safe place free of judgement.
I work with adults, children, teens, couples, and families. I have 15 years experience. I have a BA in Psychology from UCLA, a MA in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis on Marriage & Family Therapy from Pepperdine University, and a Psy.D in Marriage & Family Therapy from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
I look forward to meeting you!
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I am down-to-earth, empathic, and I especially enjoy bringing my education, persona, and life/career experiences to the patients I serve.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“In general, I am not here to give you advice... We will explore your struggles, histories, strength, expectations and goals together to connect with your inner wisdom.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I'm especially drawn to working with adults and adolescents who've been rushed or unheard in the past with their medication, and those who feel like something bigger is being missed.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe lasting recovery happens when clinical knowledge and authentic human connection work together.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I offer medication management with supportive counseling for mental health care issues by virtual appointment and in-person appointments.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe effective mental health care starts with listening and understanding the whole person—not simply focusing on symptoms or a diagnosis.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My goal is to walk alongside you, offering encouragement and practical tools to help you cope in healthy ways while reminding you that you're not alone.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, collaborative, and direct, and I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be honest with themselves and others.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to make your experience feel comfortable, collaborative, and genuinely supportive from the very beginning.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
161 - 200 of 2,753 available therapists
About our therapists who support maternal mental health in San Mateo, CA
Number of therapists serving San Mateo, CA
2,775+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Maternal mental health
- 98%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 93%Stress management
- 86%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 79%Cigna
- 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 75%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 63%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
- 96%English
- 17%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 1%Tagalog
- 1%French
How they see their clients
- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 93%Woman
- 7%Man
License types
- 43%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 30%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 13%Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 44%Family therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
- 20%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find an expert who truly understands maternal mental health
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.
Use left and right arrow keys to switch tabs. Press Shift+Tab to return to the tab list from links in the selected tab.
Not sure who's the right fit? Filter 2,753 therapists with your preferences