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Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,071 empowering providers ready to help. With sessions available virtually or in-person and accepted by 70+ insurance plans, many clients save significantly on their mental health care.

Joe Arias

Joe Arias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


“Joe Arias is a Latinx and Queer Therapist eager to provide a judgment-free space where you can build self-compassion and feel that your voice is heard.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elaine Bobadilla-Fischer

Elaine Bobadilla-Fischer

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive experience in child welfare and supporting individuals through life’s most challenging moments. My focus is working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My goal is to provide you with the coping skills, practical tools, and supportive guidance needed to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being while empowering you to create meaningful, lasting change.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Blair Bishop

Blair Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is warm and collaborative. I think that humor can be incredibly healing and I incorporate it when appropriate.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Bethel

Jonathan Bethel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Jonathan is committed to helping others address life challenges and empowering each individual through empathy, active listening, emotional appreciation, and encouragement.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Neydi Tovar

Neydi Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Asking for help can feel harder when you've spent most of your life being the one who holds things together. I'm Neydi, a bilingual English and Spanish speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. I work with individuals and families navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and substance use. These challenges rarely arrive alone and almost always connect back to our relationships, our families, and the communities we come from. Clients often describe me as warm, direct, and genuinely invested.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Vianney Luis Quero

Dr. Vianney Luis Quero

Psychologist

Virtual • California


As someone who immigrated to the United States, I understand that change often asks us to redefine parts of ourselves while discovering strengths we did not know we had. That experience has deepened my appreciation for resilience, identity, and the many ways people grow throughout their lives.

I am a licensed psychologist with advanced fellowship training in Behavioral Sleep Medicine at Stanford University. I work with adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, insomnia, trauma-related difficulties, chronic pain, and life transitions, and I provide therapy in both English and Spanish.

Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jacklyn Saucedo

Jacklyn Saucedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that each person has an inner strength and wisdom that, when nurtured, can lead to profound transformation.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nidhi Patel

Nidhi Patel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to offer a supportive, down-to-earth space where you feel understood and can create meaningful, lasting change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffany Shah

Tiffany Shah

Therapist

Virtual • California


My passion for helping others and giving back led me to a career that feels both meaningful and purposeful. My own personal experiences with trauma, anxiety, and depression give me a unique insight as a clinician — allowing me to show up for my clients with genuine empathy and understanding.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Terence Shigg

Terence Shigg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • La Mesa, CA


“I want all of my clients to strenghten their personal development tools so that eventually they can become more self-aware and self-correcting.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Hannah Dominguez Pizzuto

Hannah Dominguez Pizzuto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is an opportunity to be human together, to be witnessed with curiosity and nonjudgement, and be supported in determining what practices or beliefs are serving you and which are ready to be released.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Giovanni Tapia

Giovanni Tapia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment, which encourages my clients to move towards positive transformations without fear or apprehension.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachel Howard

Rachel Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I am Registered Yoga Teacher, Clinical Supervisor & Consultant, as well as a Certified Focusing-Oriented Expressive Arts Practitioner.

I have almost a decade of experience working with children, adults, couples, and families in a therapeutic capacity. I specialize in trauma and family work. I am an integrative psychotherapist – integrating art therapy, play therapy, sand tray, mindfulness, astrology, spirituality, and more into therapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Reketta Marshall

Reketta Marshall

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is to provide a safe space and empathy to help clients process, explore, gain insight and go through their individual journey of healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chika Agulanna

Chika Agulanna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Fresno, CA


“Chika's treatment approach is rooted in evidence based practice utilizing medication and psychotherapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chloe Ouyang

Chloe Ouyang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can be honest, understood, and supported while also being gently challenged toward growth.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Linda Hoang

Linda Hoang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Believing that no two paths are the same, she collaborates closely with clients and their families to design personalized treatment plans.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Keith Tanenbaum

Keith Tanenbaum

Therapist

Virtual • California


“He uses a holistic, client centered, strength-based approach that incorporates CBT, recreation, and mindfulness based therapies.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Gillian Loy

Gillian Loy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a trauma‐focused therapist, I am dedicated to empowering individuals who have lived through military trauma, domestic violence, childhood trauma, sexual assault, emotional abuse, and other complex traumatic experiences.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Catherine Stansell

Catherine Stansell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a collaboration between client and therapist. As a team, we explore and work towards your therapy goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nidia Canello

Nidia Canello

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide culturally responsive, bilingual (English/Spanish) care informed by 17 years of experience working with foster care and complex trauma.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rob Dominicci

Rob Dominicci

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal isn't to "fix" you, it's to help you understand yourself more fully, challenge what's no longer serving you, and build a relationship with yourself that's rooted in clarity, self-compassion, and choice.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Zavala

Maria Zavala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Windsor, CA


Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I’m Maria Zavala, a Bilingual/Bicultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are. I work with individuals navigating stress, life transitions, identity exploration, and emotional challenges, with a strong focus on culturally responsive care. My goal is to help you feel seen, understood, grounded, and safe while we gently explore what’s been weighing on you and begin creating a path forward that feels authentic, steady, and truly yours.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bethany Elton

Bethany Elton

Therapist

Virtual • California


Most of my clients are adults carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship and attachment struggles they've never had space to fully talk through, they have learned to just push through, and spent years holding everything together.

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 5 years of experience, the last 3 focused primarily on adults navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and attachment wounds. My sessions are soft but straightforward and comfortable. There's no pressure, just consistent openness to talk and process at your pace.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tranesha Mautz

Tranesha Mautz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't bring a one-size-fits-all approach to my sessions because real people don't fit neatly into protocols.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Diana Waszczuk-Howlin

Diana Waszczuk-Howlin

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that every person has an innate capacity for healing and I am interested in helping people discover theirs.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zuneybi Contreras

Zuneybi Contreras

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with teens, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, and the lasting impact of difficult life experiences. Many of my clients struggle with constant worry, irritability, difficulty communicating their needs, setting healthy boundaries, or navigating conflict in their relationships. Together, we'll explore the experiences that shaped these patterns, process what's keeping you stuck, and help you build healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ole Von Frausing-Borch

Ole Von Frausing-Borch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I was trained in Humanistic-Existential Psychotherapy, but over the years have become quite eclectic utilizing whatever approach best serves my client.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelechi Okwaraji

Kelechi Okwaraji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“You are alone in this struggle. There are several millions of people going through similar thing if not the exact thing you passing through but make conscious effort to be better, focused and compliant with your plan of care.”
Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cesar Salgado

Cesar Salgado

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you are navigating a personal shift, strengthening your relationship, or supporting your family through change, I am here to help. With over 20 years in the social service field and practicing as a therapist since 2007, I’ve learned that the right environment is the first step toward healing. I offer a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive space where we can work together to navigate life’s transitions and begin overcoming the obstacles in your path.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Rodriguez

Jessica Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens through greater self-understanding, self-compassion, and connection to what feels meaningful.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bahareh Lazemizadeh

Bahareh Lazemizadeh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood, without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Erika Sanchez

Erika Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is flexible and down-to-earth, drawing from different styles depending on what works best for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dana Kahn

Dr. Dana Kahn

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Corte Madera, CA


“I am an active participant in the treatment and I believe that a therapeutic relationship must be based on trust and mutual respect.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Doty

Amanda Doty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Carmichael, CA


I offer individual psychotherapy for adults healing from trauma, and working to

have a different relationship with others, themselves, their bodies, and food.

Located in Sacramento, California, I offer a combination of individual and group

sessions in addition to telehealth throughout California. My work is person-

centered, grounded in warmth, curiosity, and respect for everyone’s unique

story. Whether you are navigating eating disorder recovery, body image distress,

trauma, or identity exploration, therapy can be a place to gently make sense of

what feels overwhelming.

As a trauma-informed and trauma-trained therapist, I believe healing happens

not only through insight, but through felt experience. Together, I will support

you in learning how safety, connection, and regulation can live in the body again.

I specialize in working with adults and queer individuals navigating trauma,

eating disorder recovery, and body image distress.

Anxiety, Eating disorders, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helene Farr

Helene Farr

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring a calm, thoughtful presence, along with life experience, openness, and a non-judgmental approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Anthony Rivera

Anthony Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for the last 13 years working passionately and supportingly with a variety of clients. I have also spent 10 years prior working in different facets of the mental health system such as schools, hospitals, and group homes. Supporting clients to achieve their goals heal and grow is my core goal.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Janna Chin, Lmft

Janna Chin, Lmft

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe me as compassionate, caring, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I believe therapy should feel emotionally safe, collaborative, and empowering.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Miriam Castellon

Miriam Castellon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens in relationship, and I take seriously the trust you place in me by showing up.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisete Oyervidez

Lisete Oyervidez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Visalia, CA


The focus of my care includes partnering with clients to assist them in learning how to function in healthy relationships with themselves and others. I enjoy working with clients who have been wounded by trauma and want to learn how to heal from trauma.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists serving California

Number of therapists serving California
There are over 9,046 therapists in California accepting new patients.
9,046+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 82%Relationship issues
  • 79%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Cigna
  • 75%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 66%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in California

Searching for therapists in California means choosing from a wide and varied mental health care landscape. Available therapists and areas of focus can differ across urban, suburban, and rural parts of the state, so it helps to start with what you want support for. You might look for a therapist with experience in anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, or major life changes. From there, review each therapist’s listed specialties, therapy style, and background to see whether their training matches what you want from care.

Location and format also shape your search. In Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and other parts of California, you may find therapists who offer in-person sessions, virtual sessions, or both. Some people prefer meeting in an office, while others choose virtual appointments for schedule fit or access outside their immediate area. As you compare therapists, look at appointment availability, whether they offer a free phone consultation, and how they describe their approach. A therapist’s bio can help you understand what sessions may be like before you book.

The cost of therapy in California varies, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs. Headway helps you find California therapists who are accepting new patients, match your preferences, and may take your insurance. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can enter your plan details to see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking. From there, you can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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