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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 2,933 providers offer talk therapy and medication management services, with copays starting near $30 and free intake consultations available.

Janine Minner

Janine Minner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“I create a safe space where you can challenge the conditioning and roles imposed on you by others without your permission.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded

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Michelle Jensen

Michelle Jensen

Therapist

Virtual • Hughson, CA


“I use CBT, Person Centered, Support therapy, solutions focused therapy, EMDR, mindfulness and meditation and talk therapy as my main therapy modalities.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Evelyn Ciampa

Evelyn Ciampa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I'm particularly skilled at helping adults who are discovering mental health conditions they've lived with for years without knowing it, as well as older adults facing the intersection of mental health and aging.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Soraya Wilder

Soraya Wilder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Calabasas, CA


“Clients describe my style as warm, authentic, and supportive, while also offering practical tools and structured guidance to create lasting change.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Shebna Osanmoh

Shebna Osanmoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“With many years of experience in psychiatric nursing, he has developed expertise in holistic and individualized psychiatric assessments, crisis interventions, and culturally appropriate solutions to mental health care issues.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Victoria Omeri

Victoria Omeri

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I am a holistic provider and try to help my patients see the bigger picture and improve their mental health, not only with medication management but with using a naturopathic approach as well.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
William Haddad

William Haddad

Therapist

Virtual • Monrovia, CA


“I specialize in helping clients from the entertainment industry. I believe in providing a creative awareness approach that is tailored to each person's unique story.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm

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Blessing Omoruyi

Blessing Omoruyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in building a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, empathy, and respect. I take time to listen to my patients' experiences, understand their unique needs, and collaboratively develop personalized treatment plans that address not...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Mirlande Amazan

Mirlande Amazan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to engage each client in a warm, non-judgmental environment to allow one to share authentically, with an expected outcome of growth and healing.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Beth Brown

Beth Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Palo Alto, CA


“I am interested in meeting you wherever you are in your present experience and supporting your own rhythm and pacing.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teryn Leaper

Teryn Leaper

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Throughout that time I've been through many different transitions. From schools, jobs, culture shocks, and different phases of life, I've had to learn to adapt as effectively as possible.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Lauren Schneider

Lauren Schneider

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Rosa, CA


“I really enjoy helping clients get clarity and understanding about what is showing up in themselves and their lives, and how to work with and through it.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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David Watson

David Watson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and have witnessed firsthand how impactful and transformative it can be.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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Shana Aoyama

Shana Aoyama

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and flexible to suit your needs and strengths. You are the expert on your own life, and I contribute another perspective and strategies for meeting your goals.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive

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Zelene Perez

Zelene Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Prior to private practice, I worked in community mental health, where I worked with incredible moms during their pregnancy and postpartum journeys.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Stephanie Ackerman

Stephanie Ackerman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In my 10+ years of being a therapist, I've learned that unhealed developmental trauma is (almost always) the source of eating disorders, substance use issues, anxiety or depression.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Favor Osakwe

Dr. Favor Osakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to effectively diagnose and treat you with the least amount of medication possible, utilizing a combination of therapy, integrative, and holistic approaches tailored to your specific needs.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Gina Zirpoli Woodford

Dr. Gina Zirpoli Woodford

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


I am a clinical psychologist working in San Diego, with over 20 years of experience. I earned a BA in Psychology from University of California Santa Barbara, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University (formerly California School of Professional Psychology). I completed a postdoctoral fellowship in substance use disorders at the San Diego Veteran's Affairs Healthcare System. I have expertise in working with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use problems, relationship issues, and assertiveness. I also conduct psychological testing for questions around ADHD, Autism, mood disorders, giftedness, learning problems, and personality issues, among others. I believe psychotherapy is a collaborative process to help clients understand themselves better, achieve goals, and become one's best self.

United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

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Carolyn Wesson

Carolyn Wesson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You'll find me relaxed, warm, and accepting. I am highly successful in saving marriages in which there's been an affair...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Harold Thomas

Harold Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy approach is collaborative and strengths-based, blending Solution-Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Parker

Mary Parker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy with warmth, honesty, and compassion. My goal is to create a space where you feel supported enough to explore difficult experiences while also feeling gently challenged to grow.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I'm a licensed psychologist working with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, significant life changes, or challenges with attention and focus. My goal is to offer a safe, affirming space to explore your life, your story, and what matters most to you — your experiences, your values, and where you hope to go. You are a complex, whole person made up of many parts — and there is room here for all of them.

United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Carolyn Mason

Carolyn Mason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe in providing a safe, comfortable, professional environment where individuals, couples, families, and children can work on issues that are interfering with their lives.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Sheila Clifford

Sheila Clifford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am strengths based and use CBT/DBT. It is incredibly important to me that you feel that your strengths are highlighted and utilized as we build a plan for the healthiest version of yourself.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Michelle Anley

Michelle Anley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a collaborative journey, where therapist and client work together as partners in healing and self-discovery.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Adriana Quintero

Adriana Quintero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to create a safe and comfortable environment to discuss life's challenges. I am down to earth, and also use directness to maintain motivation in treatment.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, OCD
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Andrea Jordan

Andrea Jordan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and disease management coordinator with a background in psychiatric care and medical care.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Yolanda Hopkins

Yolanda Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • Stockton, CA


I always operate off of this model, "Everything I've gone through I have gotten through."

United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Kayla Kerr

Kayla Kerr

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Hills, CA


“My intention is to meet you exactly where you are in your journey, support you in accessing your inner strengths, explore new possibilities, and move toward the life you want to live.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Berenice Marsh

Berenice Marsh

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with women of color who are tired of always being the strong one. If you’re carrying old wounds that still feel fresh, stuck in patterns that don’t even feel like yours, or wondering when it’s finally your turn to be cared for; I’m here for that. You won’t have to code-switch with me. Let’s set down the masks you wear just to move through the day.

In this space, you get to be fully seen--the soft parts, the angry parts, the parts you’ve hidden just to keep the peace. All of you is welcome here. Together, we’ll make room for the messy, the painful, and the hopeful parts of your story, at a pace that feels right for you. Healing doesn’t have to be perfect; it just has to start with a space where you’re safe to be real.

United Healthcare + 4 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Trauma
Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Tanaka

Sarah Tanaka

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I place a strong value on holding a safe therapeutic space where we can work together to move towards your goals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Chiraz El Helou Fathy

Chiraz El Helou Fathy

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I am a bilingual therapist (Arabic and English) whose experience includes working with individuals, couples, and families in the areas of self-esteem, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationships.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Meghan Shamburger

Meghan Shamburger

Therapist

Virtual • Compton, CA


“I believe that trauma stops us from truly walking in all that we were meant to be, leading us to tip toe through life unsure of ourselves and our attachments.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

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Sherri Crespin

Sherri Crespin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I create a therapeutic space where you can explore your experiences without judgment or shame, and where your insights about your own mental health are valued.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Kasey Phillips

Kasey Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is holistic and creative. I draw on integrative methods including somatic work, expressive arts and EMDR.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lindsay Fisher

Lindsay Fisher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • El Segundo, CA


“My practice is founded on the belief that every individual deserves skilled, compassionate care regardless of how complex their presentation may be.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Maddie Asghari

Maddie Asghari

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I specialize in complex presentations because mental health exists within your entire life experience, relationships, cultural background, and personal history.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Dr. Cara Niemeier

Dr. Cara Niemeier

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“She uses an evidence-based, holistic approach, with the goal of using the lowest effective doses of sustainable medications when needed.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Oluchi Iwuoha

Oluchi Iwuoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ontario, CA


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and personalized. I believe in working closely with my clients to understand their goals and create treatment plans that support lasting emotional wellness.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Theresa Rodriguez

Theresa Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is marked by compassion and directness, creating a non-judgmental and supportive environment that embraces individuals as they are.”
United Healthcare + 18 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

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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