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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,077 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. Victoria Dobbins

Dr. Victoria Dobbins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sebastopol, CA


“I am a therapist who specializes in working with young adults and adults who are navigating life transitions.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Physical health issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Mullen

Julie Mullen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a Somatic Therapist who believes that true, lasting healing happens when we invite the whole self into the room—not just the parts that like to talk.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Gilchrist

Caroline Gilchrist

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Walnut Creek, CA


I am a LMFT who regularly supports adults and teens. I specialize in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, identity, self-esteem, stress management, and life transitions.

I earned my M.S. in Psychology at Cal Poly SLO and earned my B.A. in Psychology at UCSB. I have worked in a variety of settings including private practice, community mental health, and school-based programs. I am dedicated to learning about and utilizing the latest research and interventions to best support her clients.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ana Lainez

Ana Lainez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She is committed to creating a safe, empathetic space where clients can engage in meaningful self-exploration and personal growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Daniel Fernandez

Daniel Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where young people can explore their thoughts and build resilience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Caldwell

Heather Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help individuals navigate ADHD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-critical thoughts, and the feeling of being stuck or disconnected from what matters most.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Krystal Daniels

Krystal Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a space where clients can show up exactly as they are: overwhelmed, uncertain, frustrated, hopeful, or all of the above.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Dunk

Brooke Dunk

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over seven years of clinical experience, specializing in maternal mental health, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. My practice is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life transitions, anxiety, overwhelm, identity shifts, and the burnout that often comes with balancing family, work, and personal well-being.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Darlene Violas

Darlene Violas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Beach, CA


“I will not only challenge you to grow, but also provide unwavering support as you navigate your personal path towards healing and self-discovery.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Heather Cobbs

Heather Cobbs

Therapist

Virtual • Woodland Hills, CA


“Heather is a firm believer in the power of positive self talk and the importance of befriending our inner critic.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Lawson

Lauren Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You can expect to take away from sessions a deeper insight into yourself, family dynamics, and concrete skills on how to manage any symptoms.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nathan Taylor

Nathan Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As with anything in therapy, there is no one-size fits all approach, and I find it most valuable to help create a treatment approach in complete collaboration with you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachel Gasca

Rachel Gasca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


I have a decade of experience treating adults and adolescents. I take a holistic and trauma-informed approach to mental health care. My therapeutic approach is integrative, person-centered, solution-focused, mindfulness-based, and CBT-based. I am a bilingual Latina clinician with an emphasis on the BIPOC experience.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Angela White Esau

Angela White Esau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Clara, CA


“I'm here to help you sort through the things that are difficult right now, and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bianca Martinez

Bianca Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see the therapeutic space as a puzzle that begins with the pieces you put on the table but slowly comes together, through our work, to see the final clearer image.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Frances Perez

Frances Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi! I’m a Mexican-American LCSW who believes that therapy is something everyone can benefit from at some point because life happens! In my practice, I help children and teens navigate peer conflict, grief, anxiety, and depression, while also supporting adults and parents through stressful life transitions. My goal is to create a warm, comfortable space where you feel truly heard and understood. I am honored to be a safe, trusted person for my clients, and I would be happy to be that supportive guide for you on your journey.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Oliver Ycaro

Oliver Ycaro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice approach draws from person-centered therapy, attachment theory, the Gottman Method for couples therapy, structural family therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Daniel Sanders

Daniel Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take exceptional care in listening and understanding relationships. I take a non-judgmental therapeutic stance with a general goal of enhancing one's capacity to cope with change and to enhance personal and professional relationships and...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brooke Bruneman

Brooke Bruneman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, conversational, and collaborative. My work is integrative and trauma-informed, drawing from psychodynamic and attachment-based perspectives along with CBT, ACT, DBT, and other approaches.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Bell

Jill Bell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a space rooted in empathy, honesty, and trust where you can show up authentically, feel supported, and build greater confidence, insight, and connection through this season of life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nazila Hatami

Nazila Hatami

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“I'm an Intutive, heart centered and worldly therapist. I intend to create a safe environment in therapy, so you can feel held and seen...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Chung

Joanna Chung

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in working with teens and young adult women struggling with adjustment to life changes, losses, feeling limited, or living with the disturbance of anxiety and trauma.”
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
James Maher

James Maher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I listen and try to clarify by asking questions to obtain a better understanding and then utilize techniques I have learned over the years mainly relying on Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy for Trauma as well as stress...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
David Watson

David Watson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and have witnessed firsthand how impactful and transformative it can be.”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaori Hartzler

Kaori Hartzler

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who grew up in Japan and have called the U.S. home for over 32 years. With more than six years of experience, I’ve worked closely with youth and adults navigating anxiety, depression, and self-confidence challenges.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ericka Grinna

Ericka Grinna

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been practicing for over 20 years with an emphasis on substance use disorders and working with women.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kisa Roberts

Kisa Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Having navigated my own personal history of depression, I have a deep, lived appreciation for how heavy things can feel...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nolan Johnson

Nolan Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an authentic, goal-oriented, passionate therapist that can help you gain life skills, become more present, and build the life you want. I provide care for people experiencing a lot of pressure, emotions that feel out of control, and who are feeling stressed in life.

What makes me different: I have a lot of compassion and accept my clients just as they are, without judgment.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karina Salazar

Karina Salazar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is holistic, engaging, and supportive, I also actively incorporate problem-solving and appropriate challenge into our work together.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maryana Helu

Maryana Helu

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Maryana Helu and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I have been licensed since 2016, with a Master's in Marital and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University.

My work centers on adults whose childhood experiences resurface in their partner, parenting, or work relationships. What shows up as depression, anxiety, or stress in your day-to-day life often has roots that go back what you learned about relationships as a child. Traumatic childhood experiences have a way of coming up in the present, especially when you are under a lot of pressure or stress.

My goal is to help you process what is coming up at the source, not just manage the symptoms. My practice is telehealth-based and serves clients throughout California.

I look forward to seeing if we are a good fit.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Otterstetter

Stephanie Otterstetter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is not about having all the answers—it is about creating a space where you can better understand yourself, recognize your strengths, and begin making meaningful changes at your own pace.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Spektor

Christina Spektor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe people make sense in the context of their experiences, and therapy offers an opportunity to understand those experiences with curiosity rather than self-criticism.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yu Enomoto

Yu Enomoto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable talking openly about what you're going through.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Annie Nguyen

Annie Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I value working with teens, young adults, and parents to support mental health, anxiety, and life struggles.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jon Machles

Jon Machles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a space where you can be fully honest without fear of judgment to both share and learn about yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Chavez

Jessica Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I combine spiritual and psychological insight with empathy and collaboration to support clients on their path to healing and growth.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lawrence Yu

Lawrence Yu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I support adults navigating identity, grief and bereavement, and life transitions, with a particular focus on Asian and LGBTQ+ experiences.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angeline Baucom

Angeline Baucom

Therapist

Virtual • California


Great to meet you!

As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 6 years of experience, I believe that prioritizing your mental health is essential to creating happiness and stability in life. I know that seeking help can be one of the hardest steps, and I truly respect the courage it takes to reach out. I focus on supporting clients who are navigating addiction, trauma, and other significant stressors, and I’m committed to meeting you with empathy, understanding, and honesty from the very beginning.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Nicholson

Sarah Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“I practice a compassionate, but realistic view and empower you to take steps towards getting your unmet needs fulfilled.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Rudsten

Hannah Rudsten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oakland, CA


For the past 20 years, I've worked across private practices, youth development centers, schools, and mental health clinics. My passion is to work with adults navigating major life transitions. Whether you are a college student or approaching retirement, my hope is to walk alongside you during this time of change and uncertainty; to help create the conditions for you to reconnect with your authentic self and remember what lights you up. We can explore ways to recognize and acknowledge your anxiety that moves beyond words. Incorporating expressive arts, guided imagery, and embodied exercises to help you strengthen your awareness with your emotions and rewrite old narratives.

Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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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