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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,427 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.

Kimberly Navarro

Kimberly Navarro

Therapist

Virtual • Cypress, CA


“I come from a strength-based counseling style where sometimes acceptance is just as powerful as change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ashley Bishop

Ashley Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a combination of compassion and accountability to help you find the right path and overcome obstacles to your happiness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Angilene Forrest

Angilene Forrest

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe strongly in the power of the mind and how shifting perspectives can shift life in a positive direction fairly quickly.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Tierra Patterson

Dr. Tierra Patterson

Therapist

Virtual • California


You may be the one everyone relies on, the strong one who keeps moving forward even when things feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to carry everything on your own.

I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, burnout, and major life transitions. Many of my clients are high-functioning individuals who appear to have it all together on the outside but feel exhausted, stuck, or disconnected on the inside. Therapy can be a place where you finally slow down, reflect, and focus on your own needs.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Denise Kalar

Denise Kalar

Therapist

Virtual • Fair Oaks, CA


“My goal is to empower my clients. Bringing deep awareness, compassion and commitment to those with whom I work with.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghann Vela

Meghann Vela

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that the most productive and successful therapy occurs when clients leave feeling seen, heard, and understood.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Brooke Foster

Dr. Brooke Foster

Psychologist

Virtual • Visalia, CA


“I believe when we can learn to address these areas, we can identify the changes needed to have a more fulfilling life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Sanchez

Christina Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from a Psychodynamic approach, where it's about unpacking the layers and gaining more self awareness...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dominique Furukawa

Dominique Furukawa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and also provide short term solution focused interventions as needed.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Angelica Sanchez

Angelica Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi there!

My name is Angelica Sanchez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California. My experience in community mental health for several years has allowed me to gain experience in working with a wide range of individuals. In working with children, adolescents, and adults I have learned how important it is to be caring, flexible, and nonjudgmental for my clients. I am passionate in helping my clients cope with life's challenges and reach their personal mental health goals. If you're dealing with stress, trauma, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help.

Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Pamela Yunga

Pamela Yunga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


You deserve care that is thoughtful, evidence-based, and deeply personalized.

My approach is collaborative and holistic. I look beyond symptoms to understand the full picture of your life - including stressors, relationships, medical history, lifestyle, and personal goals. Whether you are seeking medication management, diagnostic clarity, or a more integrative approach to healing, we will create a plan tailored specifically to you.

Clients often describe my style as compassionate, thorough, and grounded. I believe in clear communication, shared decision-making, and ensuring you feel informed and empowered about your treatment options. My goal is not simply symptom reduction - it is helping you restore balance, confidence, and a meaningful quality of life.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin, you do not have to navigate it alone. Together, we will build a path toward emotional stability, mental clarity, and overall wellness.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Laura Strom

Dr. Laura Strom

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Rosa, CA


“I am a Stanford-trained trauma therapist. I specialize in the intersection of trauma with disabilities (like brain injuries, autoimmune disorders or hearing loss, etc.).”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawna Cobabe

Shawna Cobabe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I challenge clients in a loving and compassionate way. Essentially, you will get out of therapy what you are willing to put in, and I will help you along the way.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vanessa Segovia

Vanessa Segovia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Trauma Specialist with extensive experience working in both public and private behavioral health settings. I specialize in trauma, law enforcement and first responders, eating disorders, and prenatal/postpartum mental health. My approach blends deep emotional insight with practical, grounding tools that clients can use in real life. I’m warm, direct, and collaborative, and I focus on helping clients feel truly seen, supported, and understood. My goal is to create a space where healing feels possible and sustainable.

Anxiety, Eating disorders, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mallory Garrett

Mallory Garrett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach centers on meeting you where you are and fostering a collaborative environment to address the issues causing you distress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bibiana Calderon

Bibiana Calderon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You can expect a space where you feel heard, feel seen, and feel empowered to reclaim yourself to reclaim your life!”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Doree Farina

Doree Farina

Therapist

Virtual • Calabasas, CA


Perhaps you're struggling in silence, and from the outside, everything seems fine to your friends and family. But what happens when your outer world doesn't reflect what's going on inside? You may feel overwhelmed, lost, or too embarrassed to speak up. Who can you talk to or trust that you can say the things that you don’t feel right to say out loud? You are not alone, and it is more common than you may think. This increases anxiety and can stand in the way of building fulfilling relationships, achieving career success, or finding a place of peace where you truly feel at home.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracy Collins

Tracy Collins

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Angela Austin

Angela Austin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am most effective with clients suffering from depression because of my optimism and innate positivity.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brenda Cervantes

Brenda Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over 15 years of experience as a clinician working with patients struggling with anxiety, depression, self image and confidence, trauma, adjustment disorders, postpartum depression, etc, I have a passion to help others on their journey towards...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cameron Lewis

Cameron Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help individuals and couples heal and move forward and learn skills to feel more confident, connected, and emotionally secure.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeff Shore

Jeff Shore

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a variety of theoretical approaches, from Somatic Experiencing to IFS, but all rely on nonjudgmental listening, acceptance, and empathy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashley Nelson

Ashley Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Ashley offers a client centered approach, delivering individualized therapeutic treatment to meet the needs of each client.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Niroshika De Silva

Niroshika De Silva

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in neuroaffirming care for adults navigating ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, and chronic overwhelm.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Desirae Giraldes

Desirae Giraldes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here as a trusted partner that you can confide in, but also as someone who will challenge you and help you grow.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Kirstie Carmichael

Dr. Kirstie Carmichael

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in treating narcissistic abuse, postpartum challenges, and relationship issues. I’ve spent years helping clients rebuild their sense of self, strengthen boundaries, and recover from painful relational patterns. My style is direct, compassionate, and deeply trauma-informed. I believe in creating a safe, steady space where you can heal, grow, and feel truly supported.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dona Clair

Dona Clair

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I truly believe that you are the expert in your life! I see myself as a partner and support, encouraging you to achieve your goals.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carly Singh

Carly Singh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is trauma informed, eclectic and somatically oriented. I integrate my trainings in Hakomi (mindfulness-based somatic psychotherapy) into much of my work.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Yudelka Urena

Yudelka Urena

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience supporting individuals in reconnecting with their authentic selves.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dynasty Huckleby

Dynasty Huckleby

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I show up as a real person in the room, building a genuine, collaborative relationship where honesty, humor, and authenticity are part of the work.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susan Lauwers

Susan Lauwers

Therapist

Virtual • Los Olivos, CA


“I bring a relaxed, loving, and compassionate spirit to my work while helping you find graceful solutions.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Mazzulo

Chelsea Mazzulo

Therapist

Virtual • California


It is okay to not be okay! Whether it be depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, sexuality or life transitions, we can create a space for healing to begin.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters in Clinical Psychology. For ten years I have provided individual, family, and group therapy in hospital settings, residential treatment centers, and outpatient treatment centers.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shay DuBois

Shay DuBois

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help high-performing adults and teens who look "put together" on the outside but feel anxious, numb, overwhelmed, or stuck on the inside.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Leitmeyer

Jennifer Leitmeyer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tailor my approach to fit your individual needs. Walking into therapy is a collaborative effort; we are in this together.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
April Silva

April Silva

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want you to feel supported, heard, and safe as you choose to leave behind fear, trauma, and anxiety, and step into the belief that life can change for the better.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Janice Castro

Dr. Janice Castro

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. Together, we'll work to better understand patterns that may be affecting your daily life while also building practical tools, systems, and strategies that feel realistic and sustainable for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jaime Bercuson

Dr. Jaime Bercuson

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, genuine curiosity, and a direct style to every session because the relationship between therapist and client matters just as much as the techniques we use.”
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Suzanne Adams

Dr. Suzanne Adams

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“By nature, I am a grounded, thoughtful, warm, and humorous person, who will approach our work together with genuine curiosity, openness, kindness, and empathy.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Casimere

Amanda Casimere

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that healing happens when we feel safe enough to be fully ourselves.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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 8,411 therapists in California accepting new patients.
8,411+
Average years in practice
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9 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
  • 11%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 6%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right therapist for you

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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