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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,074 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.

Dr. Arease Edison

Dr. Arease Edison

Therapist

Virtual • Gardena, CA


“I understand the unique complexities many individuals, particularly within Black and Brown communities, face when navigating emotional pain, healing, and asking for support.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Matthew Ortega

Matthew Ortega

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work especially well with individuals who feel emotionally overwhelmed, misunderstood, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or disconnected from themselves or others.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Shantall Prado

Shantall Prado

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together we can explore what hurt the most and find resolve around what happened, what could have been, and hope in what can be.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Cullen

Kristin Cullen

Therapist

Virtual • California


Kristin (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who graduated from the University of San Francisco with a double Master’s in Counseling Psychology and School Counseling. Kristin has been in the field for over 7 years working in a variety of different settings as a mental health provider. Kristin is passionate about helping young adults and adults overcome relationship trauma, attachment issues, anxiety, and depression. Kristin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her practice and she integrates evidence-based approaches, like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to create a personalized experience.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shaileen Martinez

Shaileen Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“As a former client myself, I believe in providing cultural and gender affirming care while building a safe, trusting relationship...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megri Kartounian

Megri Kartounian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I support women who want to build their self-esteem, heal from inner child wounds, and past traumas.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jessica Perez

Jessica Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a direct, conversational style with clients. I provide a lot of psychoeducation and integrate approaches such as CBT, REBT, and EMDR depending on individual needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brad Watkins

Brad Watkins

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My primary approach is Emotion-Focused Therapy. This form of therapy is experiential and can be very powerful.”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angelica Ortega

Angelica Ortega

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use the strengths-based approach not only to foster hope and self-efficacy but also encourage a collaborative, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship where you will feel seen for who you are, rather than just your challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tahira Mitchell

Tahira Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is relational, depth-oriented, and grounded in attachment and family systems work.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ian Howard

Ian Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a holistic strength based approach that focuses on building insights and knowledge about psychological functioning...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Noelle Vitor

Noelle Vitor

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an LCSW and Alcohol and Drug Counselor with 13+ years of experience working with a variety of populations, including the United States Armed Forces. I provide a safe, supportive space for adults to explore what is really going on in their lives. Together, we address professional burnout, relationship strain, boundary challenges, potential substance misuse, anxiety, depression, and spiritual exhaustion in order to make meaningful change in your life!

Anger management, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Urim Lee

Urim Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe my style as calm, thoughtful, and grounding. Together, we'll explore patterns that may be contributing to stress or emotional overwhelm while building practical tools to help you regulate emotions, improve relationships, and...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mariah Magana

Mariah Magana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, holistic, and intuitive approach to therapy where you can feel safe, seen, and supported without judgment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mary Lucas

Mary Lucas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bakersfield, CA


“My therapeutic approach integrates Client-Centered Therapy principles, emphasizing unconditional positive regard and active listening to empower clients in leading their healing journey through self-discovery.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Savannah Guimond

Savannah Guimond

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is for you to walk away with insight, sometimes in the form of more questions, of what symptoms or feelings you may be experiencing that are causing distress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Fadem

Anna Fadem

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Vanessa Icazbalceta-Soto

Vanessa Icazbalceta-Soto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a bilingual sex-positive therapist, here to support dismantling negative sex tropes upheld by society.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Amani Chambliss

Amani Chambliss

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create safe, affirming spaces for adults navigating life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
A. Manasa Blocho

A. Manasa Blocho

Therapist

Virtual • California


“It is my purpose to create a safe space where you can feel seen, heard and supported in exploring any aspects of yourself and your life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joy Berkheimer

Dr. Joy Berkheimer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Dr. Joy's goal is to support clients in reconnecting with their inner clarity and capacity for pleasure, agency, and authentic connection.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Arthur Tolbert

Arthur Tolbert

Therapist

Virtual • Modesto, CA


Hello, I'm Art, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who discovered a passion for helping others later in life. My approach is grounded in motivational interviewing and person-centered therapy, creating a supportive environment where trust, acceptance, and meaningful change can flourish.

As a combat veteran, I understand how difficult it can be to take the first step toward seeking help. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, clarify your goals, and grow into the person you want to become.

I have worked with adults, couples, families, and adolescents across a variety of clinical settings, supporting individuals facing trauma, anxiety, depression, psychosis, and life transitions. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and incorporate EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) along with the Flash Technique to help clients process difficult experiences while minimizing emotional overwhelm.

I also offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), an integrative treatment that can help deepen insight, promote healing, and support lasting change when traditional approaches alone may not be enough.

My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and respect as you move toward greater healing, resilience, and self-discovery.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Crystal Espinoza

Crystal Espinoza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a blend of DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy to help you make sense of your past, understand your patterns, and build new ways of coping so you can feel more grounded, confident, and in control.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Siebert

Sarah Siebert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm and inclusive, focused on helping you gain insights and tools to live authentically and reduce stress.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kristina Catuiza

Kristina Catuiza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and client-centered. I tailor therapy to each client's needs and draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Humanistic and Person-Centered Therapy, and Exposure and Response...”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aimee Noel

Aimee Noel

Therapist

Virtual • Calabasas, CA


“I incorporate my knowledge of Psychodynamic Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Addiction Treatment, Meditation/Mindfulness Practices, and Developmental Psychology, using an Integrative Therapy approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alyssa Harberger

Alyssa Harberger

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi! I am Alyssa, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with four years of clinical experience. I have found success working with people navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing and perfectionism. I have a specialty in Attachment, which allows us to understand how your upbringing shapes the way you operate in the world.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alek Koundakjian

Alek Koundakjian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy with warmth, curiosity, and collaboration, recognizing that every person's experiences and goals are unique.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Palma

Kathleen Palma

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and a Psychodynamic approach to help my clients discover their inner strengths so they can increase their sense of well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Laura Guillen

Laura Guillen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Sessions include a combination of talk therapy and grounding techniques, including breath work, somatic work, and reprocessing work.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Weise

Jennifer Weise

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is person-centered, which means that I strive to provide empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard consistently throughout the course of treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Emin Issaghoulian

Emin Issaghoulian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive experience helping teens, and adults build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and confidently move through life's storms and challenges relating to chronic health conditions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Avana Pace

Avana Pace

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I work from a client-centered perspective to understand the goals my clients have...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anna Yang

Anna Yang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I challenge my clients to help them learn they're stronger than they believe and invite them to have a seat at the table with me.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Virginia Capello

Virginia Capello

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Trauma survivors are so often left feeling disconnected and disempowered. Utilizing EMDR protocol to heal trauma helps the brain untangle the web of pain created by traumatic events...”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Minne Younis

Minne Younis

Therapist

Virtual • Solana Beach, CA


“I provide individualized care in a warm, supportive environment, with a commitment to fostering growth, self-acceptance, and healing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mindi Levins Pfeifer

Mindi Levins Pfeifer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is clients leave with some better ability to exhale than when they started and to find a sense of relief that they met someone who has hope for their future.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Martha Chacon

Martha Chacon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is personalized and eclectic, meaning I customize evidence-based methods to suit each person's distinct needs and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Bevan

Elizabeth Bevan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Psychotherapist who specializes in working with adults who have experienced trauma and would like to learn to cope with the resulting experiences of anxiety, depression and psychosis.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Soheila Abyane

Soheila Abyane

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together we join our forces to collaboratively investigate the root causes of your symptoms because I believe we can achieve permanent changes when we discover the roots and do repair work to process and heal as a result.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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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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