Find a therapist in Santa Monica, CA — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Santa Monica, CA accepting new patients
Mental health care in Santa Monica is accessible through Headway's network of 9,000 providers. Whether you're in Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, West LA, or beyond, find compassionate support through virtual or in-person sessions covered by insurance with copays starting at $0.
I provide individual therapy to adults and teens. I practice therapy from a place of empathy, nonjudgment, warmth and humor. I believe that each person holds wisdom and unique gifts and talents and that my role, as your therapist, is to reflect the light within you. I have been providing therapy for 20 years and worked in community mental health, as a clinical supervisor, for 14 years before fulfilling my dream of opening my full-time private practice in 2023.
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Let's start wherever you are. Stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Unmotivated? Feel like you're faking it through life? I'm with you. I welcome you to be heard, to let down and rest. I support you in working through past events, discovering your true self, and learning new skills to empower you. I work with individuals in person in my cozy office in Pasadena.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in Ventura County, California. Since 2019, I’ve worked with older adolescents and adults across the state through Telehealth, as well as in person in my Westlake Village office. My clinical specialties include trauma and PTSD, anxiety, stress, and life transitions.
A bit about me personally: I’m an avid animal lover and proud dog mama to a boxer named Kevin!
I'm a therapist offering in-person sessions in the Westlake Village area of Southern California, and telehealth to folks throughout California. I decided to become a therapist after many years of working in corporate America, and I have a Master's in Clinical Psychology and an LMFT license.
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If you are looking to become a better, happier, and healthier person and would like to gain a deeper understanding and love for yourself and others, I can help you. Psychotherapy can improve the quality of your life and/or manage more serious issues such as depression, anxiety, and grief. The process focuses on comfortably connecting with you in a confidential and empathetic, therapeutic setting.
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I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Santa Monica, CA
- 98%Anxiety
- 90%Relationship issues
- 87%Depression
- 81%Stress management
- 79%Family issues
- 99%Aetna
- 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 64%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 48%Providence Health Plan
- 45%Cigna
- 95%English
- 11%Spanish
- 5%Farsi
- 5%Armenian
- 2%French
- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only
- 70%Woman
- 27%Man
- 2%Non-binary
- 64%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 6%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 4%Nurse Practitioner
- 100%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 30%Couples therapy
- 13%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Santa Monica
Searching for therapists in Santa Monica starts with finding someone whose training matches the kind of support you want. Therapists may focus on concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for specialties and approaches that match your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples counseling. A therapist’s profile can also show how they describe their style, what to expect in sessions, and who they commonly work with.
In a smaller local market like Santa Monica, your best-fit therapist may be nearby, or they may offer virtual appointments from another part of California. In-person care may be easier if you want an office near your home, work, or regular route through Santa Monica, West LA, Brentwood, or Pacific Palisades. Virtual care can expand your options if you need more schedule flexibility or want to compare more therapists who are licensed in California. Before booking, check whether the therapist is accepting new patients, has appointment times that fit your calendar, offers a free phone consultation, and explains their approach clearly in their bio.
Therapy in Santa Monica can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care easier to plan for. Headway helps you search for therapists who are accepting new patients, confirm your insurance details, and see an estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. You can browse profiles, compare virtual and in-person availability, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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