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ADHD therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Cruz, CA

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Top ADHD therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Cruz, CA

ADHD affects focus, impulse control, and organization differently for everyone in Santa Cruz. Headway offers 4,149 providers trained in strengths-based approaches, cognitive restructuring, and organizational skills training to help you thrive. With flexible virtual and in-person sessions, you can find the right fit for your unique needs.

Catherine Stansell

Catherine Stansell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a collaboration between client and therapist. As a team, we explore and work towards your therapy goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Rillo

Nicole Rillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 9 years of experience providing compassionate care across clinics, hospitals, and diverse community settings in Los Angeles.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Catherine Udave Ramirez

Catherine Udave Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you notice patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build tools that support real change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ugo Ndubaku

Ugo Ndubaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Valencia, CA


“My mission is to provide the quality psychiatric care that you deserve. An approach that empowers one to embrace their unique being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brianna Buell

Brianna Buell

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Brianna. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have joined the mental health field in 2022, working in community based mental health. I graduated from California Baptist University, with a Master’s of Science in Counseling Psychology. I have gained experience working with individuals and families, that struggle with anxiety, depression, life stressors, & relationship issues.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Cynthia Hernandez

Cynthia Hernandez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout your care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Misko

Jennifer Misko

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance rigorous, evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Berry

Elizabeth Berry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that the most profound emotional growth occurs when we balance evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alison Bunasawa

Alison Bunasawa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to feel supported and heard without judgement, and to collaborate on therapeutic goals that feel manageable and set client's up for success.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bamidele Ojo-Fati

Bamidele Ojo-Fati

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in a collaborative approach to care, working closely with each client to develop a treatment plan that reflects their unique needs, goals, and preferences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alexandra Cao

Alexandra Cao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tustin, CA


“She has seven years of experience of psychiatric experience providing care to individuals across the lifespan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jolene Jensen

Jolene Jensen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see life challenges as tools to learn, grow, evolve and find new purpose, empathy, depth and meaning.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tsz Ki (Michelle) Lam

Tsz Ki (Michelle) Lam

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is most effective when it provides a safe, collaborative relationship where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences with curiosity and compassion.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Roland Gomez

Roland Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Roland uses reflective listening, strategic inquiry, and encouragement to provide feedback and interaction that allows clients to make informed, healthy, and compassionate decisions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Dole

Kathryn Dole

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You can look forward to an opportunity to start to change problems, difficulties, and dysfunction for something better but most importantly, a safe place for you to tell what's going on in your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josiah Peratoner

Josiah Peratoner

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Josiah — a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing via telehealth across California. My work centers on three communities I care deeply about: veterans navigating the often-invisible work of coming home, LGBTQ+ individuals and couples looking for a therapist who genuinely gets it, and parents who are doing their best while carrying more than they show. I'm Transgender Allied, trained in trauma-informed and multicultural frameworks, and I work with individuals, couples, and families. Before anything else, I work hard to make sure you feel like yourself in the session — not a diagnosis, not a file.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Oghenesume Umugbe

Oghenesume Umugbe

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


Hi, I'm Dr. Umugbe — and I'm here to help you make sense of what you're going through.

I'm a board-certified General, Child, and Adolescent Psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience helping children, teens, and adults navigate some of the most challenging mental health conditions out there — psychotic disorders, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and more. I see patients via telehealth and also offer in-person visits in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

Two decades in this field has taught me one thing above everything else: the best care starts with truly knowing the person in front of you. Not just their diagnosis — their story, their symptoms, how long they've been carrying this, and how it's affecting their daily life. That's always where I begin.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aimee Stroup

Aimee Stroup

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Redding, CA


“I work with a varied age group, multiple tools, and bring mindfulness as well as extensive life experience into the safe space created in therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Day

Emily Day

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I show up in sessions as myself, a real human being, ready to get to know you and collaborate on your goals, all while applying my clinical skills, knowledge, and experience to help you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Polly Charette

Polly Charette

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in PTSD, complex trauma, traumatic brain injury, anxiety, chronic pain, and the lasting effects of growing up in alcoholic or dysfunctional families.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Cesar Brijandez

Cesar Brijandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is eclectic and collaborative, rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused principles...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shantai LaMaque

Shantai LaMaque

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in meeting people where they are, both emotionally and practically, and tailoring interventions to honor their lived experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Araceli Hurst

Araceli Hurst

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing happens within a trusting therapeutic relationship. My priority is to create an environment where you feel respected, accepted, and comfortable being yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dianne Fontaine

Dianne Fontaine

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Redding, CA


My name is Dianne Fontaine, MSN, APRN, and I'm a Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified (PMHNP-BC) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). I obtained my Master’s Degree from Walden University and has undergone advanced clinical training, equipping me to assess, diagnose, and treat a spectrum of psychiatric illnesses, as well as provide psychotherapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nadine Mejia

Nadine Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal with therapy is to provide a safe and open space to process and prioritize a growth mindset. I tailor my therapeutic approach to best match the needs of the client and truly believe in promoting acceptance. Some modalities I have experience with and may incorporate into therapy are Acceptance Compassion Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Here-and-now Counseling, Trauma-Informed, and Holistic. I have a passion for working with individuals who are looking to unpack complex emotions and experiences that have shaped their understanding of the world.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Angelika Kulyasova

Dr. Angelika Kulyasova

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Dr. Kulyasova believes successful treatment begins with deeply understanding each client's unique needs and perspectives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Patricia Meyer

Patricia Meyer

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“In my practice, I bring both clinical rigor and genuine warmth — creating a space where clients feel truly heard and supported as we work toward meaningful change together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amina Mohabbat

Amina Mohabbat

Therapist

Virtual • California


Amina has a Masters in Social Work with a concentration on Direct Practice in Community Mental Health from the University of California, Berkeley. Additional education is a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, Japanese, and a Pupil Personnel Service Credential specializing on children and families. She has over 18+ years of direct practice mental health experience and is trained in evidence based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Art Therapy, trauma informed care, Gottman's couples Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, somatic therapy, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems therapy. Other practices include music/sound therapy, career and academic counseling, life coaching, mind and body connection, specializations in immigrant issues, multicultural issues, gender identity issues, LGTBQI issues, chronic illness and medical issues counseling, blended family issues, intergenerational issues, social justice issues, neurodivergent issue (ADHD, autism, sensory issues).

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jesus Sandoval

Jesus Sandoval

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and nonjudgmental—I believe in meeting patients where they are and creating a safe space where they feel heard and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gabriel Davis

Gabriel Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fallbrook, CA


“My approach is rooted in supporting clients to reconnect deeply with their authentic selves, fostering renewed health, and rediscovering a sense of purpose and connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ayers

Jennifer Ayers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, understood, and comfortable being yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Martha Pajarito

Martha Pajarito

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping individuals navigate emotional challenges while creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where healing and growth can occur.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cynthia Bradford

Cynthia Bradford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the way we think directly impacts how we feel and behave, and together we work to identify and shift patterns that no longer serve you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rachel Navarro

Rachel Navarro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, interactive, and strictly non-stigmatizing. I believe you are the expert of your own story, and I act as a partner in uncovering the strengths you already possess.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christina Strom

Christina Strom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a client centered therapist, meaning I want to meet you where you are. Down to earth, gentle, honest, and transparent...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Shafer

Kathryn Shafer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with diverse populations who have anxiety, depression, relational problems and everyday life stressors.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brandi Parr

Brandi Parr

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative, down-to-earth approach to care. Appointments are unhurried and focused on understanding you as a whole person — not just a list of symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Su Boudreau

Su Boudreau

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My communication style is direct - meaning using open-communication and direct to the core issues or the reason that you are facing the obstacles in life to help you recover or stabilize your life and mental health as prompt manner as possible.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ryan Carr

Ryan Carr

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Great to meet you! I'm Ryan Carr, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who works with adolescents and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and psychotic disorders. My background includes years of psychiatric nursing in both inpatient and outpatient settings, caring for individuals with a wide range of mental health needs. I believe the best treatment starts with feeling heard, respected, and involved in your care. Together, we'll create a personalized plan focused on helping you feel better and achieve your goals.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our providers who can help with ADHD in Santa Cruz, CA

Number of therapists serving Santa Cruz, CA
There are over 4,149 therapists in Santa Cruz, CA accepting new patients.
4,149+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%ADD/ADHD
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 80%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 81%Cigna
  • 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 61%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Tagalog
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 20%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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