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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Barbara, CA

Access mental health care in Santa Barbara with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of 6,900 licensed providers. With copays around $30, you can start therapy sessions—virtual or in-person—as soon as the next day. Our platform handles insurance coordination so you can focus on your wellness.

Noely Mendez

Noely Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help clients feel understood, build practical coping tools, and move toward healing with compassion, clarity, and care.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Karen Mccrary

Karen Mccrary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tracy, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT 123208. I worked as a teacher and decided to go back to school and continue my education, to enable me to work with families, couples and individuals in a therapeutic setting. My focus is family, marriage and couples counseling. I have experience working with families that have unconventional lifestyles. In addition, I have experience working with couples, teens, groups and children. I have worked with the school district as a mental health counselor, as well as conducted group therapy in all settings. I am trained in Gottman Method for Couples and Bariatric Assessment certified.

•Couples Counseling •Specialization in Gottman Method and Sex Therapy. Individual Adult, Tween & Teen Counseling •Anger Management, ADHD, ADD. Certified Bariatric Assessments. Supervision for Interns. Family Therapy, and court appointed therapist for Reunification Therapy.

I believe that each individual has a purpose and that sometimes we need assistance in finding our purpose. Let me help you find your own purpose or regain focus on your life's path to feeling satisfied in the life you are living. I am available via online or in person and licensed in California and Arizona.

Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Espitia

Patricia Espitia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As your counselor I will meet you where you are, offering empathy and non-judgmental environment so you can feel comfortable and well cared for.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Dr. Aaron Esparza

Dr. Aaron Esparza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is calm, approachable, and straightforward—I listen closely, offer empathy, and provide practical guidance when it's helpful.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Dr. Daniel Cunningham

Dr. Daniel Cunningham

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My clients appreciate that I balance deep listening and empathy with concrete tools they can use right away in their daily lives.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Sara Sanobari

Sara Sanobari

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I draw from CBT and DBT to provide practical tools while creating a space that feels supportive, genuine, and tailored to your unique needs.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeanne Serra

Jeanne Serra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use my empathic style to connect to the suffering of my clients and help them move through this to a place of healing.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Jennifer Strehle

Jennifer Strehle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using a body-based, trauma-informed approach rooted in somatic work, attachment theory, and dream work, I help you feel grounded and understood, honoring your cultural identity.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Linda Snouffer

Linda Snouffer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I empower people to decrease their negative thinking and build new insights into their own natural strengths and creating awarenesses to triggers that may keep them from being their best selves.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Krystle Peguero

Krystle Peguero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here to offer a warm, nonjudgmental space for adults dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem struggles, and substance use.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Pawel Boyd

Dr. Pawel Boyd

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I utilize a various evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches tailoring my methods to my client's specific needs and therapeutic goals, I specialize in: CBT, EMDR and ISTDP.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Angela Rincon

Angela Rincon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to reconnect with yourself in a meaningful way.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Aseel Ross

Aseel Ross

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where you can be fully yourself—without judgment.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Wandalyn Lane

Wandalyn Lane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


The focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I help individuals focus on the Solution.

Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Kiya Immergluck

Kiya Immergluck

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist and an Addictions Counselor with 45 years of experience...”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Ashley Wettlaufer

Ashley Wettlaufer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA


Most of us aren't born knowing how to navigate relationships, understand our emotions, or process trauma. Many things influence how we react and behave, but that doesn't mean we can't grow. My goal is to help you build confidence through discovering your self-worth and practicing self-compassion. My priority is creating a safe, judgment-free environment where you feel comfortable. I show up as my authentic self to build trust with you. I'm an empathetic listener and communicate in a calm, gentle, respectful way. My job isn't to tell you what to do, but to help you process and explore topics to build self-awareness and confidence.

Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Lauran Jacks

Dr. Lauran Jacks

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to work with my clients/patients by meeting them where they are in their process, hearing and learning what might be effective for them, and utilize psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Adriane Pippins

Adriane Pippins

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I value relationships and meeting individuals where they are. I believe that using individuals' strengths and building a relationship are essential to the therapeutic process.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Terra Forristel

Terra Forristel

Therapist

Virtual • California


I provide compassionate, strengths-based therapy to support individuals navigating life’s most difficult seasons, including trauma, major life transitions, and grief. My approach centers on helping clients feel seen, supported, and empowered as they work through emotional challenges and move toward healing and resilience.

I specialize in grief and loss, adjustment to terminal illness, and anxiety. Using process-oriented and compassion-focused counseling techniques, I help clients explore their experiences at a deeper level while developing practical tools for emotional balance and self-understanding. I am also trained in Brainspotting, an evidence-based trauma therapy that supports clients in processing deep emotional pain and unresolved trauma in a safe and supportive environment.

My goal is to create a therapeutic space where clients feel understood, respected, and encouraged to grow at their own pace.

Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma
Energetic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Silva Sheklanian

Silva Sheklanian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I came to believe that early trauma is a gateway to so much of what people struggle with in adulthood: anxiety, depression, relational patterns that feel impossible to shift.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Christopher Minerd

Christopher Minerd

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


“I bring a grounded, collaborative approach. Therapy with me is not about judgment or quick fixes—it's about understanding how your mind works...”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. George Sutterfield

Dr. George Sutterfield

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


I have been practicing psychotherapy many years and have a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I have been trained in psychodynamic therapy, family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and dilaectial behavior therapy. I believe that people have the innate ability to improve their lives when given focused therapeutic attention and support.

Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zach Englund

Zach Englund

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am bipolar and have navigated my own journey through psychiatric institutions, giving me deep insight into the challenges and triumphs of living with mental health conditions.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Kavitha Hari

Kavitha Hari

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I conceptualize my client's utilizing a relational framework and primarily utilize mindfulness base interventions.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Arianna Zabriskie

Dr. Arianna Zabriskie

Psychologist

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


“I believe that meaningful change happens when we address both the practical patterns of thoughts and behaviors that affect daily life, and the deeper, often unconscious processes that shape our sense of self and belonging.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
James Gallagher

James Gallagher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have an integrative approach, having studied many methodologies, and my approach to therapy is collaborative, relational...”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Beth Sopkin

Beth Sopkin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use an authentic approach to therapy; I find that my clients respond well to me being myself with them, so that they then feel comfortable being themselves with me.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Garcia

Diana Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of social work experience and 5 years of experience as a psychotherapist. My experience ranges from treating children ages 5 and older to treating geriatric individuals aged 70+. I am a bilingual, Latina therapist and I conduct therapy in both English and Spanish. I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health and private practice treating a range of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, co-occurring disorders, and more. Much of my work has been focused on working with the Latino community in Southern California as well as disadvantaged communities of color.

Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Reginald Hammond

Reginald Hammond

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is supportive, collaborative, and practical — I aim to help clients feel understood while also building tools they can use in real life.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Allison Trujillo

Allison Trujillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a mix of DBT, EMDR, and IFS to help people explore the deeper layers of their story—especially around trauma, identity, and body image.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dzevad Hujdurovic

Dzevad Hujdurovic

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach revolves from CBT and Accept and Commitment Therapy. In addition, I seek to build off of client's strengths and tailor treatment towards client's unique needs and circumstances.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Leah Reaves

Leah Reaves

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is not to hand you answers, but to walk alongside you as you uncover your own strengths and build the tools to move forward.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Briana Gonzalez

Briana Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping Millennial Women of Color experience a hopeful, empowered life by overcoming challenges with low self-esteem, chronic stress, feelings of unfulfillment...”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jodi Greenblatt

Jodi Greenblatt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Her approach integrates a strengths-based, holistic, and trauma-informed lens with cognitive behavioral techniques.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Panic disorders
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Michael Nicholas

Michael Nicholas

Therapist

Virtual • Grand Terrace, CA


“My goal is to help clients strengthen resilience, re-author limiting narratives, and move toward greater emotional balance and connection in their personal and relational lives.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Shea Conway

Dr. Shea Conway

Psychologist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


Non-Judgmental Psychotherapy - A safe place is provided for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to foster self-awareness and facilitate positive changes related to life challenges. Additionally, therapy for those who want to address issues of unwanted relationships with sex, such as pornography, sexting, minor attraction, infidelity, etc. is available.

Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Georgia Barnes

Georgia Barnes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Georgia Barnes, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

I am a dual board-certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with more than 25 years of clinical experience and board certifications as both a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, and other psychiatric conditions through personalized medication management and supportive psychotherapy.

I believe meaningful mental health care begins with trust, respect, and collaboration. My approach is patient-centered, recognizing that every individual's experiences, strengths, and goals are unique. I work closely with each client to develop a personalized treatment plan that promotes emotional wellness, resilience, and long-term recovery.

My priority is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to participate in your care. Together, we focus not only on reducing symptoms but also on building healthy coping strategies, restoring balance, and improving overall quality of life. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, or co-occurring substance use concerns, I am committed to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care that supports your journey toward lasting wellness.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Zita Benjamin

Dr. Zita Benjamin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm and patient-centered, focusing on both symptoms and the underlying factors that affect emotional well-being.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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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