Find a therapist in San Mateo, CA — covered by insurance
Top therapists in San Mateo, CA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in San Mateo across neighborhoods like Downtown, Laurel Heights, and Hillside. Headway connects you with 8,401 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. With 70+ insurance plans accepted, many patients pay as low as $0 per session.
I am a licensed therapy who works with adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. I bring a thoughtful, compassionate approach to therapy and prioritize creating a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported. I believe therapy should feel collaborative and human—not rushed or judgmental. My goal is to help you feel more connected to yourself while building insight and tools that support meaningful, lasting change.
I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my masters degree in Social Work from CSU Bakersfield. I have been working with children and adolescents for the past five years. My work is person-centered, who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions.
Hi, and welcome! Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or grief. You may feel stuck, stressed, or unsure how to move forward. My goal is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore your concerns, feel understood, and start building the tools to regain control and find peace.
AAAA.jpg)
I’m Kait, an LCSW of 7 years and social worker for 13. I specialize in anxiety, nervous system dysregulation, and religious trauma. I work with adults who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, hypervigilance, panic, or chronic stress.
Hello! My approach is centered in the belief that authentic connection with ourselves and others heals. Therapy is an opportunity to dive deep, to develop greater self knowledge, to come into wholeness, accepting and integrating all of our parts and aligning our lives with our Truth and the fullness of who we are. I look forward to the opportunity to support you.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of San Mateo, CA
- 93%Stress management
- 93%Anxiety
- 88%Relationship issues
- 88%Trauma
- 88%Depression
- 93%Aetna
- 51%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 49%Providence Health Plan
- 44%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 29%Oxford
- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 5%French
- 5%Hebrew
- 2%Cantonese
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
- 68%Woman
- 27%Man
- 5%Non-binary
- 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 20%Clinical Psychologist
- 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 98%Individual therapy
- 24%Child or adolescent therapy
- 24%Family therapy
- 15%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in San Mateo
Searching for therapists in San Mateo starts with finding someone whose training fits the support you want. Therapists often list experience with concerns like anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and life transitions. As you compare options, look for specialties and therapy approaches that match your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or trauma-informed care. A therapist’s bio can also show how they structure sessions and what you can expect from their approach.
In a smaller city like San Mateo, local appointment options may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and in-person availability. Virtual therapy can expand your search to more California therapists while still giving you access to care from home. When narrowing your options, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and whether the therapist’s experience matches what you want to address.
Therapy in San Mateo can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway makes it easier to find San Mateo therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose between virtual and in-person appointments. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
Use left and right arrow keys to switch tabs. Press Shift+Tab to return to the tab list from links in the selected tab.