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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Whittier, CA

Find affordable mental health care in Whittier with Cigna coverage through Headway. Our network of 7,334 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with copays ranging from $0-$30. Start your journey toward better mental wellness today with flexible scheduling and free consultations available.

Jamie Gelbart

Jamie Gelbart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Torrance, CA


“Jamie incorporates all aspects of mental health and wellness into therapy including mindfulness based practices, healthy life choices, exercise, athletics, spirituality, and nutrition.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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Oliver Viboolkij

Oliver Viboolkij

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“After an appointment, typically you'll experience relief, clarity and/or obtain a new approach to something that's been unsettling for you.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Salma Shah

Salma Shah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I'm a relational trauma psychotherapist specializing in healing from childhood attachment trauma and how we see ourselves and relate to other, breakups, divorce, and toxic abusive relationships.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Jacqueline Bredehoft

Jacqueline Bredehoft

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Orange, CA


“I provide you with compassionate care and bring you highly personalized, effective, safe, and customized treatment to address your specific needs, symptoms, and genetic makeup.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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Cheri Ota

Cheri Ota

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Costa Mesa, CA


“I work from a growth perspective to support you in connecting with, exploring, and building upon who you are...”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Emily Ratliff

Emily Ratliff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Upland, CA


“My goal is to create a safe, grounded space where you feel comfortable exploring vulnerable and challenging parts of your life without fear of judgment.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Racheal Ennis

Racheal Ennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Manhattan Beach, CA


“I believe a healthy therapeutic experience can foster a genuine, honest and authentic relationship that can help us become aware of ourselves in the world, heal from our past, cope with our present, and foster a healthy future.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jacob "Jake" Harris

Jacob "Jake" Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


Having been in therapy myself, I've experienced firsthand its positive impact, helping me overcome my anxiety and equipping me with practical tools I still use today. I understand that repeatedly answering 'How does that make you feel?' can be frustrating. Drawing from my personal experience both as a therapy client and practitioner in a treatment center setting, I bring energy into my sessions and build momentum to help clients get unstuck and face their Anxiety & OCD with confidence.

Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues, OCD
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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Lisa Newman

Lisa Newman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hermosa Beach, CA


When working with clients, I strive to make the therapy experience respectful and genuine. Everyone's journey to personal resilience is unique and there is no one size fits all solution. My approach is flexible and client centered. I often explore childhood attachment issues which can assist the client in achieving sustained emotional growth.

Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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Shayna Nerland

Shayna Nerland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


Hello and welcome!

As a licensed clinical social worker, I truly believe that mental health is the foundation for growth and healing. It takes courage and strength to take that first step and I want to celebrate you for making it!

I mainly work with adults in individual therapy, drawing from various modalities tailored to each person's unique needs and issues. I'm also certified in EMDR, which can be really helpful for processing difficult experiences.

Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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Veronica Thurman

Veronica Thurman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Costa Mesa, CA


I have supported clients with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relational issues, personality disorders and trauma. I completed my M.A. in psycholoy in 2018 and since then I have worked in both private practice and school settings. I am also trained in EMDR. I use an eclectic approach to therapy that I tailor to meet the needs of each client.

Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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Imelda Mares

Imelda Mares

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Upland, CA


“I focus on building a strong relational connection and fostering an interactive and supportive environment to collaboratively work towards your goals.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative work and I enjoy helping my clients live life to their fullest potential.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Ijeoma Mbadugha

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Cari Smulyan

Cari Smulyan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is that with each session a client leaves feeling seen, empowered and gained a more insight into themselves.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous

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Tongqing Zhu

Tongqing Zhu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I focus on healing the family as a whole, not just the individual with compassion and attachment-based methods...”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm

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Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Corona, CA


“My open-minded strategic approach and accepting individualism help me let the patient guide in discussing their personal health struggles.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Jaime Morse

Jaime Morse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


“I believe that therapy is most effective when it provides a safe, collaborative space to understand how past experiences continue to shape present patterns—and how those patterns can change.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Jessi York

Jessi York

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and adult individuals. I work collaboratively to explore the underlying negative patterns that cause you to feel stuck. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions, therapy can be a powerful space to gain insight and feel less alone.

Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous

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Jakuta Ptah

Jakuta Ptah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


“My approach is collaborative, curious, and practical. I like to understand not only what you are struggling with, but why a pattern may have developed and what purpose it has been serving.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Yemmy Taylor

Dr. Yemmy Taylor

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Zora Speert Dieterich

Zora Speert Dieterich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I am an interactive therapist whose practice involves a mutual cooperative approach to empower self-learning.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Elizabeth Rubio

Elizabeth Rubio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sheida Francis

Dr. Sheida Francis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I view therapy as an adventure into our inner world. Understanding the inner forces that drive our feelings is vital.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Baldasseroni

Maria Baldasseroni

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Studio City, CA


“I offer a space of sincere empathy and emotional safety to explore, learn and grow from discomfort and unease.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Owen Akenzua

Owen Akenzua

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Ontario, CA


“I take a calm, down-to-earth approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and solution-focused strategies to help you build insight and create meaningful change.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Tanya Turner

Tanya Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Upland, CA


Welcome to my Headway Profile! I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve their full potential. With 22 experience years of experience, I specialize in anxiety and trauma. I tailor my methods to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual I work with.

Cigna + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, PTSD
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Joshua Ong

Joshua Ong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe mental health care requires a multifaceted and holistic approach to treatment, addressing various aspects of an individual's life.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Shabana Haxton

Shabana Haxton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Corona, CA


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

Abdel Tayyem

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • 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.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Ning Cornwell

Ning Cornwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Hi, my name is Ning! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. For the past seven years, I have worked with children, teens, adults, and older adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, major life transitions, complex mental health conditions. My clinical work focuses on anxiety and mood disorders, and I combine cognitive and somatic techniques with talk therapy to address root causes and foster lasting personal growth.

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

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Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Irvine, CA


I’m Dr. Cathy Evangelatos, a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of California. I’m glad you’re here and I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward healing and growth. You have the option to choose a secular or faith-integrated approach for therapy.

Education:

· I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology. I also hold a master’s degree in Theology and offer optional Christian-integrated therapy for clients who wish to explore the intersection of mental health and their spiritual identity.

· With more than a decade of experience (pre and post doctoral), I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people through life’s most difficult and meaningful challenges.

Specialized Training-Integrative Faith-Based Approach

With a master’s degree in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary and specialized training in the integration of Christian faith and psychology including my clinical research project on integrating theology and psychology into a faith -based practice. This training equips me to offer thoughtful, well-informed support for clients who wish to explore the intersection of mental health and their faith. This is only provided at your request, and only when it aligns with what you are seeking.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
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.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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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.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arlen Grajeda

Arlen Grajeda

Therapist

In-person • 20 mi away • Tustin, CA


WE ALL HAVE A STORY...

A story of where we come from, where we’ve been, where we are, and where we hope to go. My goal is to help you find the words for your struggles, gain clarity from your experiences, and create space for your learning, growth and healing—so you can move closer to the life you envision. Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or a major life change, and looking for support that honors your story and background? I support individuals, age 18+, including people navigating life transitions, trauma, grief, cultural expectations, self-esteem, and work or school stress. My primary focus is helping you feel heard while finding greater wholeness and connection.

Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Maximiliano Cabellos

Maximiliano Cabellos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


Hi

My name is Maximiliano Cabellos, LMFT


I am here to support you in addressing your needs and help you discover an appropriate and healthy approach. My goal is to assist you in getting to the root of challenges and overcoming them to live a more fulfilled life.

Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin De Angelis

Erin De Angelis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tarzana, CA


Hi! Are you curious about what therapy would be like? Or maybe you’ve gone before and are back for more? One of my first goals is to make sure you feel at ease with the therapeutic process. You don’t have to worry about what to say or where to start. It’s my honor and duty to ask the questions and listen intently. I’m here for you!

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cami Elen

Cami Elen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • North Hollywood, CA


“She supports clients from a trauma focused perspective, and works with adults, couples, and families.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanya Belloso

Tanya Belloso

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Aliso Viejo, CA


“I use a client-centered, eclectic approach, which means that I adapt the treatment plan and techniques utilized to individually fit each client or couple.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Ravina Wadhwani

Ravina Wadhwani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Aliso Viejo, CA


“I help clients heal from anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am passionate about processing trauma and empowering you to see change in your life outside of sessions.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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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