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Top therapists in Whittier, CA accepting new patients

Mental health support is available across Whittier neighborhoods including Uptown, Midwick, and Friendly Hills through Headway's 8,984 licensed providers. Receive free initial consultations and connect with providers offering availability within two weeks. Insurance coverage makes sessions affordable, with many patients paying as low as $0.

Marie Sangel

Marie Sangel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Placentia, CA


“I am a strong advocate for the inherent human need for meaningful communication, a sense of steady ground, and the comforting reassurance that we are not alone.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Phillip Cleaver

Phillip Cleaver

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


I have an M.A. in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica as well as an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. I work with individuals, couples, families, and children and am LGBTQ+ affirmative. One of my specialties is using EMDR for the treatment of trauma, anxiety and depression.

Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Vivienne Peng

Vivienne Peng

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“I believe that healing begins in a safe, nonjudgmental space. My integrative treatment approach includes medication management, psychotherapy-informed techniques, psychoeducation, and holistic strategies rooted in trauma-informed care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kate Sullivan

Kate Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Monrovia, CA


“I help people recognize the patterns holding them back, keeping them stuck, sick, and stressed out, and show them how they can safely + compassionately break out of the patterns.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Teru Kanazawa

Teru Kanazawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • South Pasadena, CA


“I work as a collaborator with you in an honest, truthful and transparent process to achieving the best you can be.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Ly

David Ly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“I prioritize learning where each individual has been and where they want to go, rather than rushing toward a diagnosis.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Almog Shanun

Almog Shanun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Monrovia, CA


  • I believe therapy is one of the greatest gifts that we can give to ourselves. It is an opportunity to explore and learn about the mysteries of our inner self. When I am working with a client both of us discover a vast new world that waits to unfold. I studied at Pacifica Graduate Institute, a graduate school dedicated to discovering the inner contents of the self and the secrets of the archetypes of our humanity. I believe in working with my clients face to face, together, by sharing a journey in order to learn about the hardships of today while gaining knowledge about past and present experiences. I believe in and encourage my client’s strength and ability to solve their own problems and become the healers of their own wounds. I work as a guide and as a fellow traveler in your journey toward self discovery. With every step we take toward discovery, I work hand in hand with my clients, letting them lead in finding the sources of their suffering and their capability to heal them. Treatment Modalities: Person Centered Therapy, Post Jungian, Family Systems, Trauma Theory, Sex Therapy, and working within the Feminine Principle. I work with LGBTQ community and with all kind of diversity. At Eye Of The Storm counseling I specialize with Adolescents, Adults, Relationships, Individuation, Immigration, Life Changes, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Issues, Personal Growth and Development, Life Style issues, and Court referrals.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gregory Loumagne

Dr. Gregory Loumagne

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“I have a warm and relational style that help create a safe atmosphere to explore what may be going on for people below the surface.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Harden

Courtney Harden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“As a therapist you can expect that I will meet you where you are. I will walk alongside you on this journey of wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Dawn Wisniewski

Dr. Dawn Wisniewski

Therapist

In-person • 10 mi away • Covina, CA


“I believe healing, growth, and change are possible, and I am here to guide, support, and empower you in this season of your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sylvia Mejia

Sylvia Mejia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Pasadena, CA


Growing up in an underserved Latin community, I have always been drawn to helping others. Many of us are shaped by our experiences and aren't fully aware of how these experiences show up in our everyday lives and relationships. I enjoy studying the importance of understanding ourselves and how we relate to others. My current focus and training are on attachment and trauma-informed approaches. I have been trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, CBT, ACT and more trauma based approaches.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nazare Magaz

Dr. Nazare Magaz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is collaborative, warm and creative, whereby we work together to understand you better and at a deeper level.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Terence Ford

Dr. Terence Ford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My work is grounded in psychoanalytic theory and technique, which means we'll look beyond surface symptoms to understand what's shaping your inner experience and patterns in relationships.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Andrea Portillo

Andrea Portillo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Covina, CA


Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist with a passion for walking alongside my clients toward a more fulfilling life. I graduated from Azusa Pacific University with my Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I use various modalities such as CBT, REBT, Person-Centered, or a combination of approaches and techniques while working with my clients. I can also provide services in Spanish and offer Christian spiritual integration upon request.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Scheidler

Sarah Scheidler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Sierra Madre, CA


“I believe deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the possibility of post-traumatic growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonna Tamases

Jonna Tamases

Therapist

In-person • 13 mi away • Pasadena, CA


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.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nancy Graies

Dr. Nancy Graies

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I'm passionate about connecting with people who feel like something is holding them back from living the life they want — from showing up as their authentic self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. John W. Carter

Dr. John W. Carter

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I am a recently licensed counseling psychologist with extensive training and experience in psychotherapy, assessment, and psychology research. I have provided individual, couples, and group therapy at the Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Center (now LGBT Center), the Los Angeles VA, the Boston VA, and Enki Health Services. I have enjoyed training and supervising student therapists at the University of West Georgia and the University of Redlands. I also teach psychology at UCLA Extension. In general, I am curious about the the human mind and I am dedicated to help others who are struggling.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucy Guadagnuolo

Lucy Guadagnuolo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is collaborative and person-centered, recognizing that you are the expert in your own story.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Claudia Shields

Dr. Claudia Shields

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“Together we will create a safe and warm healing relationship, where you feel heard, seen, and deeply known, so that you can heal and grow.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carly Dosh

Carly Dosh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“We all deserve a place to talk with someone who we know will not judge or shame us, but instead walk along side us, holding hope and strength until we can hold it ourselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adena Sarkian

Adena Sarkian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I believe healing begins when we acknowledge all the parts of who we are: the dutiful part, the exhausted part, the part that carries shame, and the part that was never given permission to grieve.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amy La

Amy La

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Cerritos, CA


“I provide culturally responsive, holistic care that considers your values, identity, relationships, and everyday pressures.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Allen

Jennifer Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


I love mental health. I love listening to people and diving into the challenges my clients face on a daily basis. I am humbled with the invitation to join your journey, and help you learn how to help yourself. We all have the tools to undertake the obstacles that we encounter; sometimes we need someone to help us take a step back to find a different perspective. I appreciate the bravery and courage that it takes for each of my clients to let me into their lives and become vulnerable with me.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Megan Galloway

Megan Galloway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is warm, holistic, and trauma-informed, recognizing that our past experiences, relationships, and nervous system all play a role in how we feel today.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lucinda Guarino

Lucinda Guarino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My overarching purpose is to see others mentally and emotionally empowered and prepared with tools that promote successful career and personal development.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jonathan Vazquez

Jonathan Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Glendora, CA


“My approach is relational and experiential, drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and experiential therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julianne Bull

Julianne Bull

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based, incorporating DBT skills, mindfulness, and practical tools to build confidence and resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Meredith Murdock

Meredith Murdock

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I truly believe that connection breeds resilience. My goal is not only to support your healing, but to help cultivate a greater sense of community, belonging, and joy in your life and in the world around you.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anthony Phan

Anthony Phan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Brea, CA


“My main focus is to facilitate a non-judgmental environment for you to process your thought & emotion to manage your life stressors utilizing effective therapeutic tools.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heidi DE Leon

Heidi DE Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“With 18 years of experience in addiction treatment, I have seen firsthand the resilience people discover when given the right support.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mj Buck

Mj Buck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“I'm an LCSW with 12+ years of experience supporting adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, identity, and life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Fumie Yoshikawa

Fumie Yoshikawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I focus on helping clients understand the deeper patterns behind their emotions and relationships while building practical tools for everyday life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Logan Vournas

Logan Vournas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide a space of safety and acceptance for clients to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences with support of compassion and honesty.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Carlos Gonzalez

Carlos Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I focus on creating a down-to-earth, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can slow things down, talk honestly about what's going on, and start making sense of what's been feeling heavy or stuck.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lakana Nicolas

Lakana Nicolas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps individuals and couples navigate life’s more difficult and complex experiences. I specialize in supporting patients in understanding how past experiences impact present-day challenges, so they can move toward a more fulfilling, authentic, and connected life.

Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashley Karubian

Ashley Karubian

Therapist

In-person • 14 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


Growing up in California, Colorado and Tennessee concocted a Midwestern warmth with an open-mindedness and appreciation of our differences. These experiences gave me a curiosity for how humans develop in their environments and with their unique histories, leading me to pursue psychology.

I studied Political Science at Vanderbilt University before a seven year tenure in the corporate world. I am grateful for this experience as it has added depth and perspective to my work with clients. In 2014 I began my counseling psychology degree at The Wright Institute in Berkeley and then completed my training in San Francisco. My training journey encompassed internships at community mental health clinics, elementary and high schools, group therapy practices, and social service sites where I received intensive supervision in a variety of modalities. I regularly attend trainings and consult with colleagues to hone my craft and provide the best possible care.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Navarro

Patricia Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in trauma therapy, so a big part of my work is helping clients process difficult experiences and rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Whittier, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Whittier, CA
There are over 160 therapists in Whittier, CA accepting new patients.
160+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 94%Anxiety
  • 91%Depression
  • 79%Relationship issues
  • 78%Stress management
  • 73%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 78%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 61%Cigna
  • 51%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 94%English
  • 21%Spanish
  • 3%Korean
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%Armenian
How they see their clients
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  • 94%In-person or online
  • 6%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Nurse Practitioner
  • 13%Clinical Psychologist
  • 4%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Whittier

Searching for therapists in Whittier starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want to focus on in care. Many people look for support with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, stress, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for specialties and approaches that fit 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 structure sessions and what you can expect from their approach.

In a smaller city like Whittier, local appointment options may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and session format. You may find in-person therapy near areas like Uptown, Midwick, or Friendly Hills, while virtual appointments can give you access to more California therapists who fit your preferences. Beyond specialty, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that work with your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, experience, and areas of focus.

Therapy in Whittier 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 more affordable. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. You can compare therapists, review profiles, 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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