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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Vista, CA

Headway connects Vista residents with UnitedHealthcare coverage to affordable mental health care. Access talk therapy and medication management with copays ranging $0-$30, with many providers offering free initial consultations.

Stacey Flores

Stacey Flores

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Groveland, CA


“My approach integrates evidence-based medical treatment with holistic practices to support optimal, individualized mental health outcomes.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Stephanie Howard

Stephanie Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in using a strengths-based, client focused approach to help clients reach their personal goals in therapy.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelly Calhoun

Shelly Calhoun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Torrance, CA


“I combine medication management with proven therapeutic techniques to help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while developing practical strategies for lasting change.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Joseph Ricciardi

Joseph Ricciardi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I hope to create a safe, contained environment where clients feel comfortable yet challenged in order to effect meaningful change.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Ian Howard

Ian Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a holistic strength based approach that focuses on building insights and knowledge about psychological functioning...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Amy Cirincione O'Connor

Amy Cirincione O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual • California


Thank you for your interest in my counseling practice!

I provide individual counseling via telehealth for clients seeking support for anxiety, depression, grief and trauma symptoms. I believe that people are doing the best they can with the resources that they have, so my goal as a therapist is to help you develop self-awareness and coping skills so you can feel more resilient and secure in yourself.

United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Kevin Padden

Kevin Padden

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that the therapeutic alliance and relationship between the therapist and client is crucial.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Marco Iglesias

Marco Iglesias

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is not simply to help you feel better, but to help you understand yourself more deeply and move toward a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Elaine Pritchard

Elaine Pritchard

Therapist

Virtual • Pleasanton, CA


“I'm easy-going, empathetic, and look at things a little differently outside the box to find new paths to fulfillment.”
United Healthcare + 18 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Waller

Kevin Waller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I focus on creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard and respected while using evidence-based treatment to address their individual mental health needs and goals.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Richard Perez

Richard Perez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


Richard Perez is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. For over 15 years, he has dedicated his career to serving the healthcare needs of Long Beach and Los Angeles County. Richard wants to continue improving the lives of each patient by providing professional, compassionate, and person-centered care.

Richard has spent the last two years providing mental health care to underserved populations. This experience has significantly sharpened his clinical skills, which he now aims to bring to the general patient population.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Nancy Ramirez

Nancy Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and integrative psychotherapist specializing in life transitions, grief, and personal growth. I hold space for people who want to better understand their emotions, heal past wounds, and feel more connected to who they really are. With experience at Stanford Hospitals and training in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, I offer a depth-oriented, high-caliber space for transformation and self-actualization.

United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Joy Pieri

Joy Pieri

Therapist

Virtual • Burbank, CA


I have the caring nature and problem solving skills that can support you in coping with a variety of situations. Over the years working in healthcare I have handled the many needs of a diverse group of patients (children and adults) and their families. I care about my clients and utilizing a solution focused approach, empower them to overcome obstacles.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jzeela Gheisar

Jzeela Gheisar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You deserve happiness, a fulfilling life, and I'd be honored to walk alongside your journey to discovery and change.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Rebecca Bernstein

Rebecca Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clinical lens is founded on the belief that clients are the true experts of their own life, and the therapeutic relationship is a means towards exploration, empowerment, and actualization.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kristina Radnoti

Kristina Radnoti

Therapist

Virtual • California


We often seek therapy when we're ready for change and part of our life has become unbalanced. A feeling of discontent, depression, or anxiety may have lasted a lifetime, or may have been initiated by a transitional change, such as loss of a relationship or career, or a yearning to grow beyond where we have been stuck. I welcome all parts of you, and will meet you where you are at in the journey towards wholeness.

United Healthcare + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sarah Brown

Sarah Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring over ten years of experience working with children and families, along with my professional training as a licensed clinical social worker and the insights from my own lived experience.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Simone Daniels

Simone Daniels

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a strong background in psychiatric nursing, mental health care, and education. My experience has allowed me to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds who are navigating mental health challenges at different stages of life. I provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and supportive therapy. I am passionate about helping clients better understand their mental health and find treatment options that can make a meaningful difference in their daily lives.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Pamela Lewis

Pamela Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that people are more than the challenges they face, and that individuals have resiliency that they may not yet realize.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Leanndra Pack

Leanndra Pack

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and direct. I'll create a space where you feel heard and understood, but I'll also gently challenge patterns that are keeping you stuck.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Participatory
Ava Kate Oleson

Ava Kate Oleson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a heartfelt commitment to creating a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dean Rody

Dean Rody

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My passion in life is to help people who are going through trauma, stress, anxiety and depression find hope.”
United Healthcare + 15 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Richard Houseal

Richard Houseal

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“My care approach is solution-oriented and short-term, but the results are aimed to be long-term through processing, reframing, and utilizing helpful and productive interventions.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Wendy Kish

Wendy Kish

Therapist

Virtual • California


Clients often describe therapy with me as grounding, validating, and clarifying. I provide a space where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself away, or have everything figured out.

We move at a pace that feels safe while still supporting meaningful and lasting change. My goal is for you to feel more regulated, confident, and emotionally secure—within yourself and in your relationships.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Alexis Sword

Alexis Sword

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take no greater joy than helping others do the same. To identify and remove the barriers toward reaching your goals.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hina Franklin

Hina Franklin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Relational therapy, and Strengths-Based therapy, I tailor my approach to meet clients needs.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jillian Sorkin

Jillian Sorkin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Jillian uses Attachment theory as a foundation to get to the root of one's core wounds that may be holding them back from reaching their fullest potential.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stara Shakti

Stara Shakti

Therapist

Virtual • California


“HEALING of old childhood wounds, *ADULTING skills/tools, *EMOTIONAL REGULATION tips and techniques, and...*INTEGRATION of "shadow selves"”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alex Petro

Alex Petro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm dedicated to supporting and empowering my clients in overcoming their challenges and achieving their goals.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jacqueline Manley

Jacqueline Manley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I desire to empower individuals to be and live their best selves, decrease anxiety, depression, trauma, and anger.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Crystal Bandini

Crystal Bandini

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy begins with trauma-informed care and includes psychoeducation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and experimenting with new coping skills...”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Jeanne Serra

Jeanne Serra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use my empathic style to connect to the suffering of my clients and help them move through this to a place of healing.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Natasha Troutman

Natasha Troutman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through solution-focused therapy, I provide practical skills and strategies that empower clients to address their challenges.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Katie Jacobs

Katie Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Katie was born with a partial hearing loss which forced her to pay attention to the words people use and the different ways people communicate.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Traci Williams

Traci Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that in understanding the impact of trauma on one's current functioning from a strengths-based approach, there is always potential to overcome challenges and reach one's goals of stability.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Dr. Deborah Wieland

Dr. Deborah Wieland

Therapist

Virtual • Fountain Valley, CA


“I seek to provide each of my patients with the utmost compassion without judgement in guiding you towards your healing journey with the use of EMDR therapy.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Direct, Holistic

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 + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lorraine Navarro

Lorraine Navarro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and grounded in helping each person build resilience, self-awareness, and healthy coping strategies.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dana Boggio

Dana Boggio

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can begin to understand your patterns, reconnect with yourself, and move toward healing with greater clarity and self-trust.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your United Healthcare plan

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