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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Whittier, CA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Whittier, CA

Postpartum mental health support in Whittier connects you with 2,861 licensed providers experienced in perinatal care. Access virtual or in-person sessions covering postpartum anxiety, depression, and adjustment challenges with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage options.

Regina Perlmutter

Regina Perlmutter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I determine what is most suitable for my client and my work varies from traditional methods to holistic/ New Age methods that I have developed after many years in this field.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Slater

Lisa Slater

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and strength based, recognizing that every person has the capacity for growth and resilience.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassandra Black

Cassandra Black

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with adults who want to better understand themselves, strengthen emotional resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. My style is warm, collaborative, and empowering — I believe you are the expert on your own life.

As a graduate of the University of Southern California, my training emphasized both clinical excellence and authentic human connection. I integrate CBT and DBT-informed approaches to help clients develop practical skills for managing emotions, navigating relationships, setting healthy boundaries, and shifting unhelpful thought patterns.

I was drawn to this work because I’ve seen how powerful self-awareness and skill-building can be in transforming not only how we cope, but how we experience ourselves and our relationships. I understand that seeking therapy can feel vulnerable, and I strive to create a grounded, supportive space where you feel truly seen — while also gently challenged to grow in ways that build confidence, clarity, and lasting self-trust.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rebekah Williams

Rebekah Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I offer clients over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and families.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lauren Korshak

Lauren Korshak

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I blend somatic psychology with Mindful Self-Compassion, mindfulness, spiritual counseling, ecotherapy, and behavioral approaches like ACT, CBT, and DBT.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Crist

Julie Crist

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy from a trauma informed, client centered sense, focused on empathy, compassion and safety to create long term, effective change.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Veronica West

Dr. Veronica West

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe me as direct and warm, someone who will be honest with them while genuinely rooting for where they are headed.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Goessling

Sarah Goessling

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward healing and growth.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dana Abusaleh

Dana Abusaleh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful healing happens within the safety of a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel seen, understood, and empowered to explore your experiences at your own pace.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ailsa Long

Ailsa Long

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to take away feelings of being understood, validated and guided through the Therapeutic process to the best goals and outcomes they want for themselves.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolina Morales

Carolina Morales

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with ten years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and older adults struggling with ADHD, anxiety, and depression.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maya Shemtov

Maya Shemtov

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a compassionate and collaborative space to slow down, reflect on your experience, identify patterns, reconnect with emotions and connection, and build both insight and practical coping tools.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shanna Darling

Shanna Darling

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I believe therapy and psychiatric care should feel human, not clinical, rushed, or impersonal. My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported from the very first conversation. I take time to understand your story, your values, and what you want your life to look like, not just your symptoms.

I bring over a decade of experience working in mental health and addiction, and I use a balanced approach that blends evidence-based treatment with compassion and real connection. I do not believe in one-size-fits-all care. Your treatment is collaborative, flexible, and designed to support long-term growth, not just short-term relief.

Above all, you should know that you will not be treated like a diagnosis. You will be treated like a person.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maria Martinova

Maria Martinova

Therapist

Virtual • California


You deserve more than just getting through the day. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected from yourself, or caught in the same painful patterns no matter how hard you try to change them, you're not alone. You may have learned to survive, but now you're ready to truly heal.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I help people navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life's difficult transitions by creating a space where you can finally exhale and show up exactly as you are. Together, we'll help you reconnect with yourself, regulate your nervous system, and build a life that feels more grounded, meaningful, and authentic. Even through video sessions, our work will feel warm, engaging, and deeply collaborative, supporting healing in your mind, body, and spirit.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Bentley

Cheryl Bentley

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I believe therapy is not only a space for healing, but also a process of rediscovering your capacity to shape and create your life with awareness, courage, and compassion.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jessica Barton-Grimley

Jessica Barton-Grimley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist to help people manage the emotional weight of everyday life and societal pressures.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nicole Priester

Dr. Nicole Priester

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a space where people feel validated, supported, and curious about their current stuck points, rather than self-critical for having them.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mitra Mazaheri

Dr. Mitra Mazaheri

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have had over 35 years of clinical experience and have worked with children and families about many issues including: mood disorder, anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder; family issues, couple issues, and parenting issues.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudia Ramirez

Claudia Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping people who may feel overlooked or invalidated to feel accepted, connected, and safe enough to heal from past wounds.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Norice Conant

Dr. Norice Conant

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring a warm, engaged presence to my work and focus on building a genuine, collaborative relationship with each client.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katrin Reyes

Katrin Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


“I specialize in working with women in recovery from eating disorders and other addictions as well as more solution focused work due to life changes & challenges.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello,

I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jill Gottlieb

Jill Gottlieb

Therapist

Virtual • California


I received my Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California and have over 35 years of experience in clinical practice.

Specialties: Children and Adolescents, Transitional Age Youth, Adults, Self Esteem, Stress and Coping Skills, Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety, Grief and Life Transitions.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephanie Stefanelli

Dr. Stephanie Stefanelli

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a collaborative journey of self-discovery that not only helps uncover underlying patterns and concerns, but also highlights each person's unique strengths, resilience, and capacity for growth and healing.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kayla Hunter

Kayla Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about guiding you through these challenges and empowering you on your journey to self-awareness and understanding.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara Rubens, M.S.

Kara Rubens, M.S.

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In our first session together we will clarify what you want most out of therapy and collaborate on a roadmap.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert Garcia

Robert Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Redding, CA


You may have held doubts about talk therapy and perhaps are thinking therapy may not work at all for what you are dealing with. Psychotherapy like all science is continually changing. Both new and long held approaches to well-being are vast. I invite you to consider Brainspotting before you rule out therapy entirely. My role as a Brainspotting clinician is to offer you support, as you discover your innate capacity for positive self change. I specialize in trauma focused therapy, specializing in treating anxiety disorders. I focus on various forms of addiction, OCD, behavioral issues, depression, bi-polar and mood disorders.

I am a masters level trained Brainspotting clinician and a U.S. Army veteran. I believe in facilitating change in a supportive environment, following and observing your amazing capacity to heal from trauma in your therapeutic work. I work with veterans, first-responders, and other populations struggling with unresolved trauma and anxiety disorders.

Your unique circumstances are to be understood, honored respected and explored in a judgement free, supportive and caring environment. The issues that you bring into therapy remain entirely up to you. I will listen to your wants and needs; joining you on the journey towards your desired sense of well-being.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Erika Tovar

Erika Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My main priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental space to help explore, process, discover underlying needs and emotions that contribute to feeling stuck and overwhelmed.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Guido

Vanessa Guido

Therapist

Virtual • California


I highlight your strengths in our sessions. Just think of me as your emotional cheerleader. I want the best for you, whatever that may be.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mackenzie McFarland

Mackenzie McFarland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


“Within my practice, I will collaboratively work with you to find a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you with evidenced-based approaches.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Sheets

Tara Sheets

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I hope to embody a non-judgmental space for all clients to feel comfortable and safe to be themselves.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Juliann Hatt

Dr. Juliann Hatt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rancho Santa Fe, CA


“I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen, heard, and accepted, and that's what I strive to offer every person I work with.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dustin Stephens

Dr. Dustin Stephens

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I believe in providing compassionate, supportive, highly experienced care to help patients reach their goals and promote mental well-being.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kristen Springsteen

Kristen Springsteen

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe in going beyond the belief that all we can do is manage trauma and symptoms forever. I believe our mind, body, and spirit already has the power to overcome it, we just have to learn how to tap into it and put it to use

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robyn Reddell

Robyn Reddell

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I can help you connect the dots between your past and your present so that you can move towards a future of your choosing.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Foster

Rebecca Foster

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in anxiety, depression, addiction, and OCD. I work with adults, children, and couples. I utilize a client-centered approach with my clients, focusing in on my clients’ strengths to help them achieve success. I like to tailor my interventions and strategies around each client’s needs. Providing therapy is not just a job for me, it is my passion.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Megan Soun

Megan Soun

Therapist

Virtual • California


Therapy for women in their 20s and 30s, experiencing • anxietywork stress/burnoutbody image/disordered eating.

Do you feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? Maybe you’re a people pleaser who defaults into putting other people’s feelings and needs first. Or you’re experiencing burnout from trying to uphold perfectionist standards. Or you’re a high-achiever on the emotional rollercoaster of tying all your worth to your work. Or you want to stop stressing about what you eat and how much you weigh, but the idea of letting go of control is terrifying. I'd love to help!

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary-Louise Henson

Mary-Louise Henson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together, we'll uncover what's getting in the way, rebuild self-confidence, and create a life that feels grounded, purposeful, and true to who you are.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maura Callary

Maura Callary

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together, we will work collaboratively to develop insights, strategies, and coping skills that empower you to lead a more fulfilling and balanced life.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

About our therapists who support maternal mental health located within 20 miles of Whittier, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Whittier, CA
There are over 50 therapists in Whittier, CA accepting new patients.
50+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 94%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 82%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 80%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 70%Cigna
  • 52%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 24%Spanish
  • 4%Hebrew
  • 4%Korean
  • 2%Arabic
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 88%Woman
  • 12%Man
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 26%Nurse Practitioner
  • 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 46%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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