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Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,452 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.

ViDonna Michailov

ViDonna Michailov

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think that the fundamental human need for safety and connection is often at the core of emotional struggles, so my interest is to help you navigate them in a compassionate, and nonjudgmental way.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alice Kevork

Alice Kevork

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“Clients often describe me as empathetic, compassionate, and understanding, and my goal is always to help each person reach their fullest potential in a safe, supportive space.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Minerva Barrientos

Minerva Barrientos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I listen and find your strengths to help you become the person you want to be. I am direct and hold you accountable...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Zachary Zaret

Zachary Zaret

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and creatives, drawing on my background in both mental health and entertainment.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jimena Picciano

Jimena Picciano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Walnut Creek, CA


“My warm, empathetic style creates a supportive environment for growth, and I bring clinical expertise and professionalism to adapt therapy to your unique journey.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gloria Jardon

Gloria Jardon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I have navigated a wide range of life events—from adolescence to college, complex relationships, infertility, pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, the impact of COVID, being a first responder, racial discrimination, and career transitions.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chu Hui Cha

Chu Hui Cha

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with high-achieving Asian American adults experiencing mental health issues that intersect with culture, family roles, and existential concerns about modern life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Georgina Ortiz

Georgina Ortiz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clients often describe my style as a mix of directness and compassion. With keen intuition and clear insight, I hear what's underneath what's being said...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Marilu Cabral

Dr. Marilu Cabral

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I help women break painful patterns in love and reconnect with the powerful, intuitive version of themselves they may have lost in past relationships.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Farrah Hedayati

Farrah Hedayati

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I truly believe in the sentiment that a healer is not someone who you go to for healing, but someone who triggers within you, your own ability to heal yourself!”
Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vittoria Le

Vittoria Le

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, holistic, tailored and adapting to wherever you may be when you arrive.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Xiaojing Ma

Dr. Xiaojing Ma

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize a holistic approach incorporating different modalities to help clients achieve well-being through mind, body, and spirit.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Julie Morgavi

Julie Morgavi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tarzana, CA


All roads lead to Rome! It doesn't matter where we jump in, if you’re ready, we’ll get there. My POV is through a Neurodiverse lens and incorporates Attachment Theory and C-PTSD with the idea that much of our conflict and distress stems from old wounds & unmet needs that can often be traced back to necessary adaptations needed to survive not only our families of origin but also societal norms and expectations. The gig of being human is hard and de-coding this blueprint can provide a path toward understanding, healing and, fulfillment. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities including Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Adriana Pombo

Dr. Adriana Pombo

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I walk alongside individuals with curiosity, care, and support as they navigate through life, holding onto aspects of their past that align with their future goals.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gail Druiff

Gail Druiff

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I trust that individuals often hold their own solutions, and with the right guidance, those solutions become clearer and more accessible.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashley Olson

Ashley Olson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have over a decade of experience in social work, bringing a warm, grounded, and compassionate approach to telehealth practice.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Clark

Victoria Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Cameron Park, CA


“My goal is to help you to obtain your goals, face difficult times, and live your life to the fullest.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laura Celnar

Laura Celnar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a non-judgmental space where we embrace being imperfect and where you will feel safe and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gonzalo Gonzalez

Gonzalo Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“As a marriage and family therapist with over 8 years of experience, I have dedicated my practice to the treatment of the most severe mental illnesses and substance use disorders in acute care.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Matianna Baldassari

Matianna Baldassari

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ventura, CA


“I specialize in working with young professionals, college students transitioning from school to a career for the first-time, and clients transitioning from one life phase to another, such as a move to a new city.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Linnea Van Kirk

Linnea Van Kirk

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together, we will go through the time-line of your life to find the moments of greatness and strength that will let you see yourself in new ways...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Huddleston

Kristina Huddleston

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing occurs when we connect the mind, body, and psyche in a safe and supportive environment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Melody Bacon

Dr. Melody Bacon

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“My goal, as I tell my clients, is to help them fill their relationship skills toolbox so that they can utilize different approaches, not to change the other person, but to grow and change themselves so their lives work better for them!”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Abby Cordova

Abby Cordova

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist with an eclectic approach tailored to each client's unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Levy

Lauren Levy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and authentic—I aim to create a space where you can feel understood, supported, and able to show up as you are.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Helen Caldwell

Helen Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a safe, empowering space where you can reconnect with your most authentic self, gain clarity, and feel more at ease in your life and relationships.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Harber

Jennifer Harber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“My approach to therapy is warm, friendly, kind, and creative. I enjoy guiding clients to see a different perspective or unhealthy patterns in their lives by using traditional talk therapy, art, sand, or play.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maryam Afshari

Maryam Afshari

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is warm, active, and without judgment. My goal is to build confidence and create a safe space where clients can feel open by sharing their thoughts, feelings, and emotions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Trisha Tran

Trisha Tran

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am here to listen without judgement, provide compassion and understanding, share helpful techniques and resources, and walk alongside you through your healing journey.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ning Cornwell

Ning Cornwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newport Beach, CA


Hi, my name is Ning! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. For the past seven years, I have worked with children, teens, adults, and older adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, major life transitions, complex mental health conditions. My clinical work focuses on anxiety and mood disorders, and I combine cognitive and somatic techniques with talk therapy to address root causes and foster lasting personal growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosio Azua-Valdez

Rosio Azua-Valdez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Sanger, CA


I am a dedicated clinician with 10+years of experience working in mental health services. Therapy is the first step in your journey of self exploration and change.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Jenkins Stevens

Rachel Jenkins Stevens

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm listening for feelings, themes, patterns, and especially experiences that haven't been articulated or spoken out loud yet.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brendan Baer

Brendan Baer

Therapist

Virtual • Tustin, CA


“I like to create an environement of curiousity and questioning. If we've had a successful session you'll leave with one or more things you haven't considered before or hadn't thought about that way previously.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rebecca Schack

Rebecca Schack

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Many people I work with appear capable and composed on the outside while their bodies remain in a constant state of stress, anxiety, or emotional shutdown.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Queana Mckillian

Queana Mckillian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and truly heard free from judgment and grounded in compassion.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Phillip Yao

Phillip Yao

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a pretty casual and laid back guy who enjoys nerdy hobbies such as video games, Dungeons and Dragons and anime.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jonathan Kane

Jonathan Kane

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is to work alongside you in a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment offering the support and alternative perspectives to overcome the obstacles you are facing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aliah Hasan

Aliah Hasan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in meeting you at where you are currently at in your life. While also supporting you in your growth to get you to where you want to be.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Terra Crowl

Terra Crowl

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Over the past 8 years, I've been able to work closely and diligently with clients to promote inner peace, hope and clarity while providing practical coping strategies, accountability and compassion for clients during high difficulty and stress in...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Larkin Hoyt

Dr. Larkin Hoyt

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Therapy is about transforming your relationship with yourself, fostering more kindness toward both yourself and others.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 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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