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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Ana, CA

Santa Ana residents with Aetna insurance can find flexible mental health support through Headway, featuring providers available as soon as the next day. Sessions start around $30 with insurance, and our 8,694 provider network offers both talk therapy and medication management options to match your needs.

Michelle Fuller

Michelle Fuller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, but more importantly, I am a safe space, an advocate, a collaborator, and a sounding board. I specialize in trauma/intergenerational trauma, depression, anxiety, identity incongruency, and general life stage/cycle challenges. I am EMDR trained, and a Certified Grief Informed Counselor.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a depth-oriented form of therapy... Together, we explore the connections between your past and present — including processing past trauma and recurring relationship patterns.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Belen Cornejo

Belen Cornejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Tustin, CA


“Therapy is not just about talking—it's about growth, healing, and learning new skills that can be applied to your everyday life.”
Aetna + 4 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Tongqing Zhu

Tongqing Zhu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I focus on healing the family as a whole, not just the individual with compassion and attachment-based methods...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rainbow Tarumoto

Rainbow Tarumoto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I am especially passionate about supporting individuals who have experienced medical trauma, chronic stress, or life transitions that have impacted their mental well-being.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dennis Ly

Dennis Ly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—not just the symptoms—by addressing emotional, physical, and lifestyle factors that contribute to mental health.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Vivienne Peng

Vivienne Peng

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“I believe that healing begins in a safe, nonjudgmental space. My integrative treatment approach includes medication management, psychotherapy-informed techniques, psychoeducation, and holistic strategies rooted in trauma-informed care.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jackson Tea

Jackson Tea

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach is rooted in creating a supportive, collaborative space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to take an active role in your treatment.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Clint Nacar

Clint Nacar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“With the collaboration of each patient, Mr. Nacar strives to develop individualized plans of care addressing each patient's unique situation and concerns.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Melissa Paz-Medrano

Melissa Paz-Medrano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • Orange, CA


“I believe therapy is helping individuals reconnect with their strengths, build self-awareness, develop practical tools while moving toward healing and growth.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Terri Williams

Terri Williams

Therapist

In-person • 7 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“My therapy approach is collaborative and strength-based. Therapy doesn't have to be all heavy lifting—there can be room for lightness, too.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Dr. Matthew Lynch

Dr. Matthew Lynch

Psychologist

In-person • 7 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


Life is Difficult! Many obstacles and challenges! I've been practicing 25+ years assisting adults (of all ages) and teens (15+) with major life changes, mild/moderate depression, anxiety, relationship/attachment issues, sobriety and its relation to mental health. I also work with high functioning career/work choices - helping students/adult-professionals find Purpose-Vision, and Ambition in their career (Life/Career-Coaching). I employ talk therapy to alleviate symptoms, elevate mood, increase self-awareness and existing strengths. I also help people in recovery to alleviate 'Character Defects' that continue on in sobriety.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelby Ammann

Shelby Ammann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I work with teens and adults navigating complex trauma, anxiety, sleep concerns, and depression—often when symptoms feel persistent despite effort or prior therapy.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Seima Diaz

Dr. Seima Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“I combine insight with practical tools to create meaningful, measurable change in adolescents and adults.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Louis An

Louis An

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe in self-determination. I am not a very directive therapist that will tell clients what to do and what not to do.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Christine Gonzalez

Christine Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


Your goals are most important to me, but I do recommend goals when needed. I accept you just as you are. I will work together with you to achieve an improved quality of life. I have over 30 years experience working in mental health counseling, and 10 1/2 years as a licensed provider. In that time, I have learned to use a variety of modalities. I tailor the type of therapy to my client and to his/her needs, so I might introduce more than one type during our work together. The issues I work with most include depression, anxiety, and trauma, I am also certified in addiction recovery, and neurodivergent issues.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Michael Nicolas

Michael Nicolas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Fullerton, CA


“My approach is patient centered and collaborative, focusing on understanding each person's needs and treatment goals.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Jennifer Moen

Jennifer Moen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I use EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and trauma-responsive interventions in a direct and grounded way to facilitate meaningful, sustainable change.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Alice Kim

Alice Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Garden Grove, CA


“I believe every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their mental health journey.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Erin Beldner-Martinez

Erin Beldner-Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I'm a licensed therapist who believes therapy works best when clients feel safe, understood and are met with compassion.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Simone Zeschuk

Simone Zeschuk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe that true healing begins with genuine acceptance. In our sessions, we will look beyond surface-level symptoms...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madeline Reams

Madeline Reams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is warm, direct, empowering, and a little humorous. I'll meet you with compassion, while also challenging you when needed...”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“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.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dominic Ong

Dominic Ong

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Orange, CA


“Rather than giving advice (which I rarely do), I enjoy assisting clients in developing a deeper understanding of why and how these issues came to be – then collaboratively working on alleviating the present and preventing future occurrences.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, PTSD
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Together we can identify mental/emotional blocks, reprocess past disturbing memories, and develop mental agility to experience the life you deserve to flourish in.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ali Rumani

Ali Rumani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Irvine, CA


“My approach is integrative and culturally sensitive, drawing from mindfulness-based practices, CBT, and psychodynamic work.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Eima Mesgarha

Dr. Eima Mesgarha

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Irvine, CA


Hi & Welcome. We all face challenges at times throughout our lives. We may need support finding self-awareness and compassion which I believe is the key in the healing process. I enjoy acting as an empowering guide along your journey. I believe in our innate capacity to change and create a meaningful and UPLIFTING life. My goal for you is to foster a safe, accepting and also challenging space that encourages personal growth and empowers you to make positive changes that support your values.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Richard Liu

Richard Liu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I am deeply committed to offering care that is rooted in compassion, empathy, and extensive knowledge of mental health.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative work and I enjoy helping my clients live life to their fullest potential.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Rosa Guillen

Rosa Guillen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Garden Grove, CA


Finding the right mental health provider is an important step toward healing, and I strive to create a welcoming, supportive environment where every patient feels heard, respected, and understood. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals.

I have experience caring for patients in both outpatient and correctional mental health settings, treating individuals with a wide range of psychiatric conditions across diverse populations. In my outpatient practice, I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, postpartum depression, and other mental health concerns. My background in correctional psychiatry has provided valuable experience working with individuals facing acute psychiatric symptoms, substance withdrawal, crisis situations, and complex mental health needs.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Sara Asadifar

Sara Asadifar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I like to point out body language and any emotions I see clients resist talking about as a way to go deeper.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Butler

Tina Butler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Fullerton, CA


“I focus on helping clients harness positive energy to create personal success in their lives and relationships.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Dr. Maria Fuster

Dr. Maria Fuster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


“My approach integrates psychotherapy with the art making process to assist in developing insight and understanding of how the past has influenced the present...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Nalleli Garrido

Nalleli Garrido

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Garden Grove, CA


“Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I work closely with my patients to develop individualized treatment plans...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Shavvonne Walls

Shavvonne Walls

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“Imagine if your symptoms no longer controlled you. You feel safe and confident that you can face life challenges.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Julie Goode

Dr. Julie Goode

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


“Since 2010, I have worked with children to older adults from many different backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles and careers.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Destinee Torres

Destinee Torres

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


“I strive for every patient to leave each visit feeling empowered, hopeful, and confident in the path ahead.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Jennifer De Santis

Jennifer De Santis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“I have a vast amount of experience in working with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, loss, infertility, perinatal and postpartum, trauma and more.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rodolfo Gomez

Rodolfo Gomez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I believe that a therapist can encourage you to recognize your strengths so that you can use them to help you grow.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Mideum Timothy Kim

Dr. Mideum Timothy Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Fullerton, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—not just symptoms—by understanding each individual's unique background, strengths, and challenges.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.