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

Headway supports mental health across Santa Cruz neighborhoods including the Beach District, Downtown, and Westside with UnitedHealthcare plans. Our 2,843 providers offer talk therapy and medication management services, with copays starting near $30 and free intake consultations available.

Robert Vander Zwart

Robert Vander Zwart

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


Robert Troy Vander Zwart obtained his Master's Degree at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary and has over 25 years of experience. Prior to beginning in his private practice Troy worked in a variety of clinical settings. Troy's specialty is counseling individuals with symptoms of depression and anxiety and who have experienced trauma. He also has a passion for couples counseling, marriage and pre-marriage counseling, and family therapy.

United Healthcare + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Richilda Hardy

Richilda Hardy

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and have expertise in trauma, depression, mood disorders, anxiety, and childhood behavioral issues.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Collmann

Justin Collmann

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy for clients trying to cope with stress, anxiety, and burnout.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Cantero

Andrea Cantero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, engaging and supportive. Using evidence based-practices, i help clients identify stressors, trauma, behavioral and emotion patterns that could be affecting their day to day.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Donald Sortonis

Donald Sortonis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Mental health and physical health impact each other profoundly. I have a keen understanding of that with years of experience as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner at the same time. I specialize in depressive, mood, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. I am fascinated with integrative medicine and oriental philosophy and their utility in current evidence-based psychotherapy.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Dr. Fereshte Mirzad

Dr. Fereshte Mirzad

Psychologist

Virtual • Huntington Beach, CA


“My approach as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment where I can partner with my clients to alleviate negative thoughts and emotions that make it difficult to achieve peace of mind.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Candy Taylor-Ceballos

Candy Taylor-Ceballos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Bilingual/Bicultural Latiné LCSW with over 12 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and families.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Claris Bangura

Claris Bangura

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is rooted in collaboration, where I work closely with each individual to develop tailored treatment plans that honor their unique experiences and goals.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Patricia Lamas

Patricia Lamas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm and welcoming. I specialized in anxiety, depression, life transitions, relational issues, anger management, parenting, and stress management.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Courtni Hawkins

Courtni Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. As a culturally competent therapist, my mission is to empower individuals to harness their inner strength and create transformative change in their lives.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Keeley Estrada

Keeley Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Hello! I'm Keeley Estrada, LMFT. I am passionate about supporting my clients in connecting with themselves and what truly matters to them. I understand the importance of having a therapist who gets you and what you are going through.

I completed my masters in marriage and family therapy at USC and bachelors in psychology at SJSU. I have experience working in all levels of care including private practice, community mental health agencies, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization.

United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Francisco Quinonez

Francisco Quinonez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I truly admire the power of human resilience and want to be part of your healing process and support you through those tough times.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Gabe Veas

Dr. Gabe Veas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I founded Palm Springs Psychotherapy to offer a private, deeply personalized space for clients who want more than symptom relief.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Barbara Kenerson

Barbara Kenerson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orange, CA


“My approach is thoughtful, evidence-based, and personalized—focusing on long-term stability and emotional clarity through a carefully tailored treatment plan.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Lane McConnell

Lane McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe successful therapy works best when there is a positive empathetic working relationship between the client & therapist.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Heather Peebles

Heather Peebles

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I specialize in CBT, trauma informed therapy, motivational interviewing, and strength based interventions.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Diana Iniguez-Corlew

Diana Iniguez-Corlew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style of therapy is warm and interactive. I believe in treating every individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Emily Samuel

Emily Samuel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“Emily's therapeutic approach is a mixture of supportive therapy and motivational interviewing; she thoroughly evaluates your entire mental health in a way that makes you feel connected and supported, and provides you with positive energy, strength...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Eva Okatcha

Eva Okatcha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I use a holistic, individualized approach to treatment, including therapy and medication management.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Laura Helquist

Laura Helquist

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and flexible, drawing on evidence-based techniques Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Lisa Sledd

Lisa Sledd

Therapist

Virtual • Arcadia, CA


“I am a compassionate and affirming therapist who prioritizes making clients feel comfortable and understood.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Hernas

Katherine Hernas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice philosophy is driven by believing that everyone's journey is different and patience is essential.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica Gutierrez

Monica Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to create a safe environment that includes empathy, being non-judgmental, and giving unconditional positive regard.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Michael Rodriguez

Michael Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Hispanic American with 7+ years of clinical experience, I help young adults overcome uncertainty and leave self-doubt behind.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Elizabeth Quill

Elizabeth Quill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is non-judgmental, personal, flexible, and compassionate. It is guided by your feedback and needs.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Robert Johnson

Robert Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Grass Valley, CA


“I believe in the healing force within each person and its natural inclination to arc towards wholeness and health.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Fuller

Michelle Fuller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mandana Shahoveisi

Mandana Shahoveisi

Therapist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I consider myself to be an interactive, client-oriented, strength-based and solution-focused therapist.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Kourtney Carter

Dr. Kourtney Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health should be embraced, prioritized, and treated with the same importance as physical health.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jennifer Barrios

Jennifer Barrios

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi! I’m Jennifer Barrios, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with a master’s degree from USC and nearly a decade of experience in mental health. My journey began in community mental health, where I provided support to individuals and families facing complex challenges. Now, I’ve transitioned into full-time private practice, where I continue my passion for helping others heal and grow.

I believe therapy should be a place where you feel totally seen and heard while working through life’s ups and downs. Whether you're dealing with anxiety (like constant worry or panic attacks), feeling stuck, struggling with self-esteem, working through past trauma, or facing depression (like feeling low energy or withdrawing from others), I’m here to help you reconnect with the real you. My approach is super chill and personalized because I know healing looks different for everyone.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Theresa Kash

Theresa Kash

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach draws from solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), emotionally-focused (EFT), and family systems modalities.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Angela Chijioke

Dr. Angela Chijioke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“The best practice approach that is appealing and being utilized is a person-centered approach because it improves the experience and outcomes of people who use healthcare services.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Jane Sia-Flaherty

Jane Sia-Flaherty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about helping those who feel alone, uncared for, vulnerable, and mistreated, and advocating for them for as long as I can remember.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Faith Ogala

Faith Ogala

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Faith is empathetic, knowledgeable, and patient. She takes the time to listen to her patients, so they feel heard and understood.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Cristina Freese

Cristina Freese

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, collaborative, and supportive space for clients to feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Hayatghaib

Susan Hayatghaib

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe each of us already carries the capacity to heal, and that the right support helps us find it.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Hey

Andrew Hey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Ileana Gallegos

Ileana Gallegos

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual therapist who is passionate about facilitating the healing process by collaborating with you to assist you with your goals. I strongly believe in creating safe spaces for clients without judgement.


United Healthcare + 14 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alexander Lee

Alexander Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a supportive and judgment-free space where clients feel heard, supported, and involved in their care.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Jillian Tyson

Jillian Tyson

Therapist

Virtual • Redding, CA


“I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds and showing compassion, acceptance and understanding are only a few of my qualities.”
United Healthcare + 16 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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