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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Ana, CA

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Blaine Robert Lee

Blaine Robert Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Brea, CA


“I collaborate closely with each individual to find what works best for them—whether that means adjusting medication, exploring lifestyle factors, or connecting with other professionals through referrals.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Ilana Sashi Wasserman

Ilana Sashi Wasserman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Aliso Viejo, CA


“Ilana has three decades of experience working with people with catastrophic, chronic illness and loss, trauma, depression/anxiety as well as ADD/Autism.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

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Darlene Violas

Darlene Violas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Laguna Beach, CA


“I will not only challenge you to grow, but also provide unwavering support as you navigate your personal path towards healing and self-discovery.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Erica Mann

Erica Mann

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I don't rush through our sessions. We will take time to talk about what's important to you. We will discuss the latest evidenced based pharmacological options as well as holistic ways to treat your symptoms.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

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Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Norwalk, CA


“I will utilize a person-centered approach by providing unconditional positive regard and implementing active listening and supportive reflection to establish trust and build therapeutic rapport.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Maureen McGlynn

Maureen McGlynn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in working with professionals who are burned out, questioning their path, or feeling alone in leadership.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Dr. Barek Sharif

Dr. Barek Sharif

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“My approach as a therapist is rooted in my own humanity - I show up as a real person in the room with you.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Brandon Owens

Brandon Owens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“Since becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I've seen how prioritizing mental health can bring more joy, balance, and resilience into everyday life.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Creative

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Iris King

Iris King

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Whittier, CA


“My goal is to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves by exploring the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and body.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

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Michalina Zell

Michalina Zell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“I am a warm and encouraging "person-centered" therapist and believe that a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and positive regard is essential to our work together.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Heidi DE Leon

Heidi DE Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“With 18 years of experience in addiction treatment, I have seen firsthand the resilience people discover when given the right support.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Dr. Maureen Burney

Dr. Maureen Burney

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Chino, CA


As a licensed psychologist for 30 years, I am passionate about helping people struggling with life challenges find joy and stability.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Richard Perez

Richard Perez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Long Beach, CA


Richard Perez is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. For over 15 years, he has dedicated his career to serving the healthcare needs of Long Beach and Los Angeles County. Richard wants to continue improving the lives of each patient by providing professional, compassionate, and person-centered care.

Richard has spent the last two years providing mental health care to underserved populations. This experience has significantly sharpened his clinical skills, which he now aims to bring to the general patient population.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Diana Navarro

Diana Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“By healing ourselves, we heal our ancestors. My goal as a therapist is to help clients become the most authentic version of themselves and take up space unapologetically.”
United Healthcare + 15 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Affirming, Creative, Holistic

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Matt Lehman

Matt Lehman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“I help you understand your feelings and develop practical tools to manage stress and emotional challenges.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

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Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Corona, CA


“My open-minded strategic approach and accepting individualism help me let the patient guide in discussing their personal health struggles.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Shabana Haxton

Shabana Haxton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Corona, CA


“I specialize in depression especially postpartum depression. I can help with family issues, couples therapy, and cross cultural families.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Stephanie Ruiz

Stephanie Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Whittier, CA


“I strive to build a therapeutic bond where clients feel safe and supportive as we reflect on the challenges and collaborate on goals.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Andrew Hey

Andrew Hey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“I'm a laid-back, warm, and nonjudgmental therapist who works with adults and older adolescents navigating stress, burnout, identity concerns, and life transitions.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Marissa Melhuse

Marissa Melhuse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“My goal is to meet you exactly where you are, offering practical tools, fresh perspectives, and compassionate support to help ease the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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Carrie McElwee

Carrie McElwee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are and creating a safe space help them feel empowered, as positive change occurs judgement-free and unapologetic.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Kesy Yoon

Kesy Yoon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Long Beach, CA


PRIORITIZING IN-PERSON CLIENTS CURRENTLY

Hi there! My name is Kesy (pronounced like Casey) and I look forward to collaborating with you about your therapy goals and how to support your journey in learning more about yourself. I believe that everyone deserves therapy!

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory

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Erin Sumner

Erin Sumner

Therapist

In-person • 17 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“I treat adults, specializing in relationships, trauma, stress, workplace conflict, anxiety, sexual abuse/assault, family dynamics, divorce, life changes, & personal crises.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Physical health issues
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Petra Sierra

Petra Sierra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where every client feels heard, respected, and supported.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Jennifer Allen

Jennifer Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Long Beach, CA


I love mental health. I love listening to people and diving into the challenges my clients face on a daily basis. I am humbled with the invitation to join your journey, and help you learn how to help yourself. We all have the tools to undertake the obstacles that we encounter; sometimes we need someone to help us take a step back to find a different perspective. I appreciate the bravery and courage that it takes for each of my clients to let me into their lives and become vulnerable with me.

United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Aracely Sorrels

Aracely Sorrels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Whittier, CA


I'm a multicultural first generation female. I enjoy having the privilege to work with a variety of people in an effort to improve lives.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive

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Jessica Garcia

Jessica Garcia

Therapist

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


“My approach is collaborative and client centered, I strive to establish an attentive supportive relationship with each of my clients.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Karyn Jones

Karyn Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Chino, CA


“My approach is trauma-informed, and I'm committed to creating a safe and trusting space where you can explore your experiences and work towards healing.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Kristen Garubba

Kristen Garubba

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“She takes a special interest in trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, fertility issues complex PTSD, and family relational issues.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Empowering, Energetic, Warm

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Ese Ogbetuo

Ese Ogbetuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • 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

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Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Montclair, CA


I am a board certified, doctoral prepared PMHNP. I completed my post graduate at National University in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my DNP from Azusa Pacific University and graduated from CSUSB MSN program. I have been a faculty at CSUSB since 2014. Extensively trained and a certified Trauma-Informed specialist. I diagnose and treat mental disorders including medication-assisted treatment along with counseling for chemical dependency and substance use disorders.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Montclair, CA


Hello, I'm Gerrald Angeles, a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I provide psychiatric medication management for adults throughout California. I’m here to help you feel heard, understood, and supported in your mental health care. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or navigating mental health challenges alongside chronic conditions, I’m here to help you find balance and feel your best.

United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Charlene Azonwu

Charlene Azonwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Gardena, CA


“Calm, empathetic, Listening to patients and providing the best quality care including the use of medication management.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Brandy Barnes

Brandy Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 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.

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

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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.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
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.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Dr. Dawn Wisniewski

Dr. Dawn Wisniewski

Therapist

In-person • 24 mi away • Covina, CA


“I believe healing, growth, and change are possible, and I am here to guide, support, and empower you in this season of your life.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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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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Affordable care that fits you — and your United Healthcare plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — 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.