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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.

Brandy Barnes

Brandy Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Ontario, CA


Brandy earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Sociology from California State University of Long Beach in 2006 and earned her Masters of Social Work from California State University Fullerton in 2013. Brandy brings with her over twenty years of experience working in diverse clinical settings.

Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maximiliano Cabellos

Maximiliano Cabellos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Riverside, CA


Hi

My name is Maximiliano Cabellos, LMFT


I am here to support you in addressing your needs and help you discover an appropriate and healthy approach. My goal is to assist you in getting to the root of challenges and overcoming them to live a more fulfilled life.

Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gloria Sudeta

Gloria Sudeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Ontario, CA


“I am dual board-certified family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Laura Cabanillas

Laura Cabanillas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Clemente, CA


I have a Master's in Counseling and have practiced in the field of mental health for nearly two decades. My experience as a therapist includes extensive training and work in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, women’s issues, and spirituality. I am licensed in both California (LPCC) and Washington (LMHC), and I’m a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IAEDP). I also hold a certification in Grief (CGP). I emphasize a whole-person approach to care, considering the full spectrum of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual factors that impact your overall health and well-being.

Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Blaney

Kristin Blaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Clemente, CA


“I am a certified EMDR therapist with special emphasis placed on childhood traumas (complex PTSD), first responders and military families.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Sadeed Jawad

Dr. Sadeed Jawad

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Dimas, CA


“Dr. Jawad's approach is to get to know the person first, then work together to identify the right interventions, and finally formulate a plan to implement them.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Ruth Robles

Ruth Robles

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Glendora, CA


“I integrate evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and nervous system regulation techniques...”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luis Lomeli

Luis Lomeli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Dimas, CA


“With a calm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach, I create a safe space for authentic expression and tailor treatment to each client's unique needs and goals.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Elena Leyva

Elena Leyva

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Claremont, CA


“I integrate a broad range of treatment modalities to assist individuals, couples, and families in the process of healing.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Vazquez

Jonathan Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Glendora, CA


“My approach is relational and experiential, drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and experiential therapy.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fremont, CA


“I listen first and prescribe thoughtfully. Before recommending medication, I want to understand the full picture...”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daicy Magallon

Daicy Magallon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Colton, CA


I am a Latinx therapist who specializes in trauma and the healing journey that follows. My approach is grounded in both professionalism and personal experience. Having done my own therapy work, I understand the courage it takes to face painful experiences, navigate life's challenges, and commit to personal growth.

I recognize that healing is not always a linear process. Growth often involves discomfort, vulnerability, and persistence. Because of this, I strive to create a compassionate, culturally responsive space where clients feel seen, understood, and supported as they work toward meaningful change.

Whether you are processing trauma, navigating life transitions, or seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, I am committed to walking alongside you with empathy, authenticity, and respect for your unique experiences.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Direct, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jarrad Malamed

Jarrad Malamed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


Making the decision to start therapy is a profound investment of your time, energy, and vulnerability. If you are looking for a blank-slate clinician who simply nods and listens, we might not be the best fit. I offer a highly engaged, malleable, and unflinching partnership.

My approach is rooted in the belief that while the work of untangling our lives is deeply structural, the room itself doesn't always have to feel heavy. I bring a grounded warmth to my practice—which means knowing how to sit quietly in the gravity of a difficult truth, but also knowing when to break the tension, exhale, and find the light in the sheer complexity of being human. I won’t just sit in silence while you do all the heavy lifting; I am an active collaborator who adapts to exactly where you are.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Treza Mirakhor

Treza Mirakhor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“As a trauma therapists my goal is to help you find relief & live your everyday life without the emotional burden of your trauma history.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Seth Gold

Seth Gold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • N Hollywood, CA


“My goal is to help clients build insight, resilience, and the tools necessary to achieve their personal goals and improve overall functioning and quality of life.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ligia Orellana

Ligia Orellana

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I'm a first-generation Guatemalan-American, cis-gendered Latinx Therapist in Los Angeles and Torrance, California.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alireza Nikpour

Alireza Nikpour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Redlands, CA


“I see medication as one important tool — not the only one — and I take time to understand your full picture before making recommendations.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eliana Kohanzad

Eliana Kohanzad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Encino, CA


“I believe in a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach, where I listen deeply to both your words and your emotions.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Gelbart

Jamie Gelbart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Torrance, CA


“Jamie incorporates all aspects of mental health and wellness into therapy including mindfulness based practices, healthy life choices, exercise, athletics, spirituality, and nutrition.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katrin Silvestro-Enriquez

Katrin Silvestro-Enriquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westlake Village, CA


“I work with adults seeking clarity, stability, and personal growth, including young adults navigating transition to independence.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Glenda Caceres

Glenda Caceres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Simi Valley, CA


“With the help of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, through a trauma-informed lens and humanistic-integrative approach, I assist individuals in identifying tools and skills that can enhance their quality of daily living.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Davina Uchegbu

Davina Uchegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I am trained to treat mental health across the lifespan, and I firmly believe that providing optimal patient care not only reduces societal stigma surrounding mental illness but also enhances overall well-being.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sarah Kimmons

Sarah Kimmons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring an easygoing approach that fosters trust and understanding, ensuring you feel heard and supported throughout the process.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Jude Ekenta

Jude Ekenta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My role is to help you make sense of what you're experiencing and create a clear path toward feeling more stable, focused, and in control.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Buu-Dien Le

Buu-Dien Le

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“She believes in empowering you to make your own choices because it's your journey and she is here to help guide and support you.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Sleep disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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Ava Saheli

Ava Saheli

Therapist

Virtual • California


A core priority in my work is helping clients reclaim the power of their voice. Therapy is most meaningful as a collaborative process where you are not only heard, but truly attempted to be known. As an Iranian American therapist, I understand the richness and complexity of holding multiple cultural identities. I especially enjoy supporting Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), as well working with teenagers and adults navigating identity formation, relationships, and the often tender process of growing into themselves

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shala Cole

Dr. Shala Cole

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am a strong advocate and ally and it's important for me to provide a safe and compassionate space for you to unpack the intricate dynamics of you and you in relation to others.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laila Yousefian

Laila Yousefian

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Escondido, CA


I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who provides compassionate, evidence-based care for adults. My approach is clinical, trauma-informed, and whole-person, meaning I look beyond symptoms alone and consider the many parts of life that shape mental health. I believe care should feel collaborative and supportive, not overwhelming. My goal is to help you feel understood while creating a treatment plan that fits your life, values, and goals. Whether you are seeking medication management, in-office IV or IM ketamine treatment, or support through a difficult season, I want you to feel safe, respected, and empowered.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Katelyn Wells

Katelyn Wells

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, humor, and honesty into the room, because healing happens best when you feel like a real human being, not a diagnosis.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Helen Ntung

Helen Ntung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Compton, CA


“I work with individuals who want clarity, stability, and a plan that makes sense for their real life, not just something that works on paper.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
David Jacobson, PsyD, Lcsw

David Jacobson, PsyD, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own experience as a young person in treatment inspired me to pursue a career in behavioral health...”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yu-Ning Lin

Yu-Ning Lin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm an empathetic listener who believes in fully understanding my client in order to customize effective strategies individually.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Monique Strickland

Monique Strickland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to ensure that each client feels heard, respected, supported and empowered from the very beginning of their care journey.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Leanna Robinson

Leanna Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is that therapy can be a space where you can truly take care of yourself, build confidence, become the truest version of yourself, and reach your goals on your terms.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Matthew Laughlin

Matthew Laughlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring that lived experience, along with clinical training, to help others navigate their own paths toward healing and resilience.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Natalie Demus

Natalie Demus

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you have been carrying stress, anxiety, or the weight of life's challenges for a long time, you may have wondered whether things can actually change. I believe they can.

I am a licensed clinical social worker in California with over 30 years of clinical experience working with adults, families, and communities. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I welcome clients from all cultural backgrounds. My work spans a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, and substance use recovery.

Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hilary Malloy

Hilary Malloy

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), working in private practice as a Psychotherapist. I live in Los Angeles, and work in-person or hybrid, with adults, teens, couples and the aging population. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, work stress/dissatisfaction, career goals, sleep disorders, substance use, trauma (ptsd/complex/acute), obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD/OCPD), attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD). In addition I deal with grief, isolation, and breaking creative blocks.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Sherry Gibbons

Sherry Gibbons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe report is half the battle. As we establish a repport, I remain openminded and supportive yet I will challenge your thinking and ask hard questions as needed.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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.