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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Van Nuys, CA

Find mental healthcare support in Van Nuys with Aetna coverage. Headway connects you with 8,907 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. With copays starting around $30, the average client saves 75% on care while focusing on their wellbeing.

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“She is passionate about creating a supportive, judgment-free environment where every patient feels heard, respected, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lauren Marinero

Lauren Marinero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I bring a wealth of experience in various therapeutic approaches, adeptly integrating multiple strategies to enhance long-term therapy outcomes.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sally Amaya

Sally Amaya

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I also bring a personal understanding of what it means to prioritize well-being and manage stress after going through my own life-changing health journey.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Catherine Lee

Catherine Lee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“At the heart of my work is a profound belief in the resilience of the human spirit — and if you are reading this, it is evidence that you are still fighting.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative work and I enjoy helping my clients live life to their fullest potential.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“Together we can identify mental/emotional blocks, reprocess past disturbing memories, and develop mental agility to experience the life you deserve to flourish in.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Liu

Richard Liu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I am deeply committed to offering care that is rooted in compassion, empathy, and extensive knowledge of mental health.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“My open-minded strategic approach and accepting individualism help me let the patient guide in discussing their personal health struggles.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Cynthia Wygal

Cynthia Wygal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“I provide a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Myatt

Richard Myatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fontana, CA


Respect, understanding, and compassion are balanced with training and experience that will facilitate the most healing process from start to finish. We all face challenges, and have unexpected life events that have the capacity to set us back. However, 25 years of experience working with children and adolescents, couples in crisis, men, and those with addictions has prepared me to be uniquely qualified to help you on a new journey..

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Abdel Tayyem

Abdel Tayyem

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


Hi, I’m Abdel! With over 15 years of experience in healthcare, I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. As a bilingual speaker in English and Arabic, I specialize in creating an inclusive environment where patients from all backgrounds feel truly heard and respected. My goal is to empower you through open communication and evidence-based treatment to help you achieve lasting wellness.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Shabana Haxton

Shabana Haxton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“I specialize in depression especially postpartum depression. I can help with family issues, couples therapy, and cross cultural families.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Marcela Castellanos

Marcela Castellanos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Forest, CA


“I have helped guide adults, and adolescents from various cultural backgrounds, who struggle with various challenges in life, such as disturbances from childhood, trauma, anxiety, and depression.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Aird

Steven Aird

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Forest, CA


“I focus on establishing a safe, collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, creating the framework for the work we will do together.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krysta Boyle

Krysta Boyle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Danae Sowell

Danae Sowell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy should be a healthy and restorative process where you feel safe and understood.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Topacio Quezada

Topacio Quezada

Therapist

Virtual • Yucaipa, CA


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and culturally affirming. As a Latina therapist and mother, I value creating a space where clients feel seen, understood, and supported...”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Maida Ferraes

Maida Ferraes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, compassionate, and patient. We carry many judgments from the world and ourselves, we do not need any additional pressure.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Samantha Alvarez

Samantha Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and parents, using a warm, supportive, and down-to-earth approach that helps clients feel safe, understood, and empowered.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ilena Sussman

Ilena Sussman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Psychotherapy provided to adults seeking support. In treatment,we can create/reach goals to cope successfully while decreasing symptoms of anxiety/depression. Both short-term and long-term assistance available.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda DePaolo

Amanda DePaolo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of mind-body connection and I strive to meet clients where they are at mentally, emotionally and spiritually.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Abby Zimberg

Abby Zimberg

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I mix several approaches depending on what is needed. Looking at the past and family of origin is important as are exploring thoughts and feelings and targeting behaviors to change.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valeh Bahram-Soltani

Valeh Bahram-Soltani

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to create a kind and safe space where a person can feel comfortable sharing whatever it is they need to work on.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Gaudi Alvarado

Gaudi Alvarado

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe every person has an innate capacity to heal, and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they reconnect with their strengths, resilience, and sense of self.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Whitney O'Malley

Whitney O'Malley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a collaborative approach and utilize evidence-based treatment methods, mindfulness and the principals of neuroscience to support each client's individual needs.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Sherri Crespin

Sherri Crespin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I firmly believe that every person deserves outstanding, compassionate mental health care that honors their dignity and nurtures genuine, lasting well-being.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Marni Freedman

Marni Freedman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe it's incredibly brave to reach out for help—and that seeking therapy is one of the most hopeful acts a person can take.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Lauren Dean

Lauren Dean

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you understand what you're feeling, step out of survival mode, quiet the self-doubt, and create space for peace and healing.”
Aetna + 6 others
Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisabeth Netjes

Elisabeth Netjes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“True healing begins when we feel genuinely seen and heard. You deserve to be known, supported, have your story understood, and have help in navigating life's obstacles.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Christine Quynh Anh Nguyen

Christine Quynh Anh Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in learning and growing alongside my clients; your therapist can only take you as far as they've gone themselves.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannan Garbani

Shannan Garbani

Therapist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“My approach is solution focused and strength based, clinically knowledgeable and diagnostically thorough.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joee Truong

Joee Truong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm someone who genuinely listens and cares about your whole experience, not just a list of symptoms.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Mates-youngman

Kathleen Mates-youngman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to offer a safe space for clients to share, gain self-awareness, and explore and overcome any challenges or roadblocks to experiencing a fulfilling life and relationships.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Kimberly Mechem

Kimberly Mechem

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a therapist specializing in supporting individuals through many life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties and over all well-being!”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Michelle Nedwek

Michelle Nedwek

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style of therapy is to keep it warm and upbeat, and empower you with tools and self-confidence to achieve your goals and dreams.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, OCD, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Shaudi Adel

Shaudi Adel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is to help you create a "life worth living" in which you can be the best version of yourself and feel more confident in the resilient person you are.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dianna Linares

Dianna Linares

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in trauma informed therapy with an emphasis on sexual violence, intimate partner violence, family violence and other gender/power-based harm.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Ngoc Tran

Ngoc Tran

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about relationship/ marital conflicts, couple's conflicts as parents, anxiety/ stress management, adult children of alcoholics, and women's issues.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Manisha Chulani

Manisha Chulani

Therapist

Virtual • Concord, CA


“My goal is for you to leave each session feeling genuinely seen — and with something concrete to carry forward.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Julie Daggett

Julie Daggett

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I'm Dr. Julie Daggett, a licensed clinical psychologist with 25 years of experience working with sensitive, self-aware, high-achieving adults who are ready for something that actually works.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna 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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