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

Access therapy and medication support in San Rafael through Headway's extensive provider network, all accepting UnitedHealthcare. With copays approximately $30, you can focus on your care while Headway handles insurance coordination. Many providers offer next-day availability.

Michal Cardarelli

Michal Cardarelli

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Michal delivers patient-centered and nonjudgemental care. Her comprehensive approach to optimal wellness includes assessing, evaluating, and managing the whole patient (mind, body, soul, spirit).”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Dr. Bantale Ayisire

Dr. Bantale Ayisire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Crowley-Scott

Crystal Crowley-Scott

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a safe, welcoming and compassionate space in order for you to tell your truth with no judgement, fear or embarrassment.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marie Norton

Marie Norton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Camarillo, CA


“My specialty is helping clients to find their meaning, goals and direction to live an effective life.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
YanYan Hollingsworth

YanYan Hollingsworth

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to guide you through your mental health journey and help you discover effective coping skills to manage life's challenges.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Winnie Fleming

Winnie Fleming

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach the therapy room from an authentic, compassionate, and empathetic stance, with attunement, curiosity, and humor.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Sally Curran

Sally Curran

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and honest. Together, we'll explore the 'why' behind things, not just the symptoms.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Boe

Shannon Boe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Kim

Sarah Kim

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am trained in trauma-focused CBT and will give you practical guidelines and coaching to help you manage difficult emotions you may be dealing with.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Panic disorders, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Shea Lowery

Shea Lowery

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and EMDR. I also interweave creative elements, including dreamwork, spiritual practices and expressive arts.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kala Patterson

Kala Patterson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients reclaim their sense of self as they recover from toxic systems, environments and abusive relationships.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ese Ogbetuo

Ese Ogbetuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“I use a holistic approach in managing various disorders enabling individuals to maintain a healthy lifestyle...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gigi Khalsa

Gigi Khalsa

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Hi, I’m Gigi — a fat-positive, queer therapist with over 15 years of experience in mental health, and a deep commitment to creating space for healing, exploration, and radical self-acceptance.

I believe therapy is for anyone seeking growth, clarity, or peace — especially those who’ve been told they were “too much” or “not enough.” I specialize in working with clients navigating identity, gender, sexuality, body image, and nontraditional relationships.

My goal is to help you reconnect with your most authentic self and build a life that feels like it belongs to you.

My work is rooted in curiosity, humility, and compassion. I draw from a variety of approaches, including CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and attachment-based work — all through a feminist and socially conscious lens. I also recognize the complex systems of power that shape our experiences, and I aim to make therapy a collaborative space where your voice is centered and respected.

What matters most to me is that you feel seen, heard, and supported. I know what it feels like to move through the world feeling unwelcome or unseen — and I’m here to offer something different. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that no longer serve you, celebrate what makes you beautifully unique, and find ways to move forward with more confidence, self-love, and ease.

You are the expert in your life. I’m here to offer tools, perspective, and a steady hand — not to fix you, but to walk alongside you as you build the life that feels like home.

United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Gerardo Salinas

Gerardo Salinas

Therapist

Virtual • San Jose, CA


My name is Gerardo Salinas. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social worker and therapist for more than 13 years. I have worked with adults, youth, and families from varied life experiences. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds.

My goal is to provide a space that feels warm, non-judgmental and more importantly helpful. I work with adults, adolescents and adults who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and many of the other effects and challenges.

United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Gracie Hensinger

Gracie Hensinger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Jolla, CA


“Gracie creates a calm, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered on their path to meaningful healing.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Amy Shefftz

Amy Shefftz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, 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]

Hi, I'm Amy! As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide comprehensive, individualized care for complex mental health challenges. My expertise includes ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, schizophrenia and psychotic disorders, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood disorders, and bipolar conditions.

What sets my practice apart is my commitment to seeing each person as a unique individual with their own strengths, challenges, and goals. Whether you're seeking your first diagnosis, managing multiple conditions, or looking for a fresh perspective, I bring both clinical expertise and genuine empathy to every interaction. I work to address not just symptoms, but the whole person behind them.

I believe in collaborative care, where your voice and preferences guide our treatment decisions. My approach combines evidence-based psychiatric interventions with respect for your lived experience and personal values. I take time to listen, ask thoughtful questions, and ensure you feel heard and understood. Whether we're exploring medication options, developing coping strategies, or working through diagnostic questions, you'll always be an active partner in your care.

My goal is to help you thrive in daily life. Together, we'll work toward building resilience, improving functioning, and creating the meaningful life you deserve. I'm here to support you every step of the way. I create a safe, judgment-free environment where healing and growth are possible. Ready to begin? I'm currently accepting new patients.

United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Baharan Rahimi

Baharan Rahimi

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“My approach is humanistic, compassionate, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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 + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Muriel Graciano

Muriel Graciano

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals optimize their overall mental health. I have a BA in Psychology from Cal State Fullerton, a MS in counseling from Cal State Los Angeles and have been practicing for nearly a decade. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Edwin Bai

Edwin Bai

Therapist

Virtual • Tustin, CA


“Building trust and a strong therapeutic relationship so individuals can grow and heal brings me deep joy.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello,

I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Loren Messina

Loren Messina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Alexis Forgnone-Judd

Dr. Alexis Forgnone-Judd

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in being genuine and honest in treatment. My goal is for you to feel like you can show up, just as you are.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, 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 + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nechelle Freeman

Nechelle Freeman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“My goal is always the same: to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered on your mental health journey.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Denisa Hoxha

Denisa Hoxha

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about instilling hope in my clients, I am compassionate and empathetic, and I am goal oriented...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Paris Conner

Paris Conner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The joy I receive from helping my clients is seeing them walk away lighter, freer and excited to live their own personal journey...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jeremy Fain

Jeremy Fain

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients build resilience, self-compassion, and clarity using an existential, strengths-based, and solution-focused approach.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Kyle Chen

Kyle Chen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“His goal is to create a collaborative relationship with you to understand your unique story and provide individualized treatments through evidence-based practice.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Sally Greig

Sally Greig

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“My desires are that my clients leave each session feeling inspired, hopeful, understood, their feelings matter, with the belief that one can persevere and overcome periods of turbulence and challenges life brings.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bianca Zitelli

Bianca Zitelli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I believe that change happens when people are given the support they need to draw on their strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling and happy lives.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Aimy Jakini

Dr. Aimy Jakini

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello! I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing personalized care through telehealth. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and stress-related challenges. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, heard, and supported without judgment. I take a collaborative approach to care and include medication management when appropriate. I also offer services in both English and Spanish.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Julio Garibay

Julio Garibay

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring in a bicultural perspective in therapy that invites me to be culturally attuned and address the rooted issues related to our mental health struggles.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Block

Elizabeth Block

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I see you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. Your story, your values, and what you've been through matter deeply in how we work together.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Jan Covyeau

Jan Covyeau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you better understand yourself and your relationships.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Stelly

Christina Stelly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


IMPORTANT: For current availability, visit https://mentalhealthpractitioners.com/ or call or text us anytime at 415-968-6515—we make it super easy! Intake forms are required before your first appointment and will be emailed to you when you book online. You can text us your info or email us at [email protected]. Please be sure to send us a picture of your insurance information and photo ID!

Hi! I'm Christina Stelly, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC — a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Martinez, CA. With over 15 years of clinical experience across inpatient psychiatry, maternal health, and advanced practice, I am deeply committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to every person I serve.

I specialize in treating schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, depression, anxiety, etc.

My academic background includes a Post-Certificate DNP in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Illinois Chicago, a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Texas Tech University, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Touro University. I also completed an intensive NP residency focused on advanced psychiatric care, crisis stabilization, and forensic psychiatry, which further strengthened my clinical expertise.

Earlier in my career, I specialized in maternal mental health, serving as a Patient Care Director for high-risk obstetric populations and contributing to perinatal mental health policy at the state and national levels. This background gives me a uniquely broad, whole-person perspective on psychiatric care across the lifespan.

My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, individualized care. I take time to fully understand your history, concerns, and goals before collaboratively building a treatment plan tailored to you. I have also served on health policy committees and presented at national nursing conferences, reflecting my commitment to psychiatric care.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Desirae Giraldes

Desirae Giraldes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I treat therapy as a true partnership, balancing an eclectic and strength-based framework to help you heal.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Miryam Saidian

Miryam Saidian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is focused on helping you show up more authentically and securely in your relationships, with others and with yourself.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


My name is Joey Ritkes (he/him). I have been working as a mental health therapist for over five years. My practice has primarily been specialized in working with LGBTQ+ youth. However, I have worked with couples, families, emerging adults, and adults from all backgrounds. I am a client-centered therapist who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients to meet their goals.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Evelyn Ciampa

Evelyn Ciampa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“I'm particularly skilled at helping adults who are discovering mental health conditions they've lived with for years without knowing it...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, 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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