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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,076 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.

Téa Main

Téa Main

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


“Téa is a warm and compassionate therapist committed to supporting individuals and couples as they heal and grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Megan Fehte

Megan Fehte

Therapist

Virtual • Sherman Oaks, CA


“I approach all clients with a solution-focused perspective, empowering them to explore and overcome obstacles that interfere with living fulfilled lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Shafer

Kathryn Shafer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with diverse populations who have anxiety, depression, relational problems and everyday life stressors.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristine Olivas

Kristine Olivas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Holistic Therapist who blends psychotherapy, energy psychology, shamanism and parts/inner child work into an approach that has helped hundreds of people move out of limiting belief systems.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Betel Christy Ruschmeyer

Betel Christy Ruschmeyer

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


My name is Betel, and I am a California Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in my 6th year of practice. I received my MA from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco, where I trained in a process-oriented, humanistic-existential style of clinical work. My background also includes coaching in ketamine-assisted care settings, and I am psychedelics-informed and educated.

At the foundation of my work is the belief that human being is an organic unfolding, in which mindful awareness plays an enduring and creative role. I therefore tend to work especially well with artists, young adults, the LGBTQ+ community, and anyone navigating major life transitions or places of in-between in their sense of who they are.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amalia Gonzalez

Amalia Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about understanding the needs of others and helping them learn skills that enable my clients to handle difficult and distressing thoughts and feelings more effectively...”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Meghan Shamburger

Meghan Shamburger

Therapist

Virtual • Compton, CA


“I believe that trauma stops us from truly walking in all that we were meant to be, leading us to tip toe through life unsure of ourselves and our attachments.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Patterson-Hyatt

Kimberly Patterson-Hyatt

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“The psychological approach used during your sessions will be tailored to your needs while rooted in evidence-based practices.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Emily Wilson

Emily Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Camarillo, CA


“I work collaboratively with clients in developing their ability to identify cues, triggers, and patterns to then take action and make meaningful changes.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gustav Helzberg

Gustav Helzberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kentfield, CA


“It turns out our pain and problems are alchemized when we uncover compassion for our ailing parts (rather than avoid or distract ourselves from them).”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jeffery Stratton

Jeffery Stratton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Your story matters, and I'm committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore it fully.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kalin Hardecopf

Kalin Hardecopf

Therapist

Virtual • California


Go beyond coping and create real, lasting change by transforming the patterns at the root. Less time circling the problem. More time transforming it.

Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Laraib Ali

Laraib Ali

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy begins with creating a safe, collaborative, and trusting space where you feel heard and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christina Choi

Christina Choi

Therapist

Virtual • Fullerton, CA


Hello! My name is Christina and I am here to be the best support and advocate that I can be for you. I would be honored to walk with you through your toughest challenges presenting in your life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Erin Astin

Erin Astin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in stress and anxiety, hopelessness and depression, developing boundaries, and navigating self-criticism and perfectionism.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Young

Cynthia Young

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hola and Bienvenidos! My goal in working with you is to get to know you, be an available and a trusted ally.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nick Morvan

Nick Morvan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Nick, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience in mental health. I primarily work with men, including gamers who may not always connect with traditional therapy.

I understand that gaming can be more than entertainment. It can be a place for challenge, connection, competition, escape, and self-expression. When helpful, we can incorporate video games into sessions as a shared activity or a way to better understand how you respond to stress, frustration, communication, and other people. Gaming is always optional, and traditional talk therapy remains available.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Robinson

Jennifer Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over 10+ years of experience, I specialize in working with issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keileisha Davis

Keileisha Davis

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. I work with youth, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and life transitions. My approach to therapy is direct, compassionate, and individualized. Together, we’ll identify patterns that may be holding you back, build insight, and develop practical coping strategies. I’m especially passionate about helping clients strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate change with confidence and clarity.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Escobar

Laura Escobar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Laura believes that healing emerges through intentional everyday practices that transform into rituals of self-care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Godzak

Emily Godzak

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elyssa Melmet

Elyssa Melmet

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change so they can feel more confident, balanced, and connected in their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angeli Fernandez

Angeli Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a compassionate and supportive therapeutic environment for my clients. My style is warm, open, engaging, occasionally humorous, and at all times respectful.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mimi Kent

Mimi Kent

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • El Segundo, CA


I partner with clients to support healing, growth, and positive transformation. I offer an intimate space that’s grounded in empathy and curiosity. But I'm also real, direct, and sometimes a little playful. Therapy with me isn’t stiff or clinical; it's human, heartfelt, and intuitive. I’ve helped clients reframe and navigate anxiety, chronic illness, trauma, depression, and shame, offering relief from painful symptoms and limiting beliefs. I’m EMDR trained and bring over 25 years of yoga and meditation practice into the room with us.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessie McCurdy

Jessie McCurdy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I maintain an eclectic approach, pulling from various types of therapy based on our work together and your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justine Nader

Justine Nader

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to use humor and curiosity to make our time together engaging and insightful, helping you understand yourself and your relationships better.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriel Ramirez Penaranda

Gabriel Ramirez Penaranda

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 14 year experience in the mental health field. I specialize in supporting individuals who are committed to their emotional healing. I have experience in working with age groups ranging from children to adults, LGBTQ+ individuals, trauma survivors, and those who seek to live their best lives. In order to support the individuals I work with, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Based, and Person-Centered approaches.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie SaintCyr

Stephanie SaintCyr

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been on my own healing journey for 40+ years and so I know personally how much courage and effort it can take to heal and grow. I also know how amazing life and relationships can get as a part of that healing process; I wish that experience for everyone.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Carlson

Courtney Carlson

Therapist

Virtual • Arcata, CA


“I utilized a person-centered, CBT, and family systems informed approach to help clients overcome their mental health concerns and reach their full potential.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anna Sidorchuk

Anna Sidorchuk

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize multiple modalities and create an individually tailored holistic approach for each client based on their needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sasha Levine

Sasha Levine

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Sasha's approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. She strives to create a space where clients feel both supported and empowered — supported in the places where they are hurting, and empowered to recognize their own strength, choices, and...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kelly Phipps Gesker

Kelly Phipps Gesker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carrie Eagles

Carrie Eagles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been a social worker for almost 20 years and bring a lot of experience and a strong foundation in the foundation of the field...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Katherine Dickerson

Katherine Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is simple: to meet you where you are and help you build a life that feels more meaningful and more healthy.”
Anger management, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anjure Johnson

Anjure Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Sessions are paced to help you feel safe and understood, while integrating strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy, alongside a psychodynamic and holistic approach with the mind-body connection.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sarah Hartmann

Sarah Hartmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is relational, warm and trauma-informed. I meet you where you are, working with the body–mind connection to gently explore old wounds...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cheyenne Lofthouse-Wolf

Cheyenne Lofthouse-Wolf

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I am Cheyenne, an LCSW who believes therapy doesn't have to feel stiff or clinical to be effective. With several years of experience supporting youth, parents and families, I help clients navigate trauma, maternal mental health challenges, ADHD, anxiety and the often overwhelming stress of everyday life. If you're in the thick of parenting, navigating your teen years or simply feeling stretched too thin, you don't have to figure it out alone.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Judy Marquez

Judy Marquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a client-centered process, and I am dedicated to tailoring our sessions to meet your needs and goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helen Garrett

Helen Garrett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Taking things at your pace. Trust doesn't happen overnight. I'm all about figuring out what really matters to you, and I approach things with a kind, open heart...”
ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Briones

Michelle Briones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lompoc, CA


As a therapist working with both children and adults with 5 years experience, my clinical approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a strong belief in each person’s capacity for healing and growth. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore their experiences. Many individuals come to therapy carrying the weight of trauma, stress, or life transitions, and my role is to walk alongside them as they develop insight, resilience, and practical coping skills.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 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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