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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,461 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.

Jetta Zellner

Jetta Zellner

Therapist

Virtual • Oxnard, CA


“My goal is to provide my clients with a safe and caring environment that assists in discovering solutions.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Knox

Jennifer Knox

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with adults who've experienced domestic violence, emotional abuse, or complex trauma.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lisa Chung

Lisa Chung

Therapist

Virtual • Studio City, CA


“My approach is grounded in psychodynamic therapy, creating space to gently explore the stories, relationships, and experiences that have shaped you.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Khoi Lam

Khoi Lam

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe my approach as equal parts structured and approachable: a professional who can speak the language of complex psychiatric care while still making the process feel human, grounded, and tailored to each individual's unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gwendolyn Bleu

Gwendolyn Bleu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We will review your expectations of treatment, what you are currently experiencing, and how it can be addressed in therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystaloren Gomez

Crystaloren Gomez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is conversational and relaxed, I won't rush you. By the end of the visit, we'll discuss an initial plan together...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bryan Strycula

Bryan Strycula

Therapist

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“My therapeutic approach is client centered, collaborative, and eclectic consisting of a wide array of theoretical orientations and modalities to suit your needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Miller

Sara Miller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, and strengths-based, integrating psychodynamic therapy, CBT, narrative therapy, mindfulness, exposure work, motivational interviewing, and solution focused approaches.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elma Samantha Quintero

Elma Samantha Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vista, CA


“I believe you are the expert of your own story—my role is to walk alongside you with compassion, encouragement, and respect.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heather Jensen

Heather Jensen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and steady. I integrate evidence‐based modalities with a grounded therapeutic presence, creating a space where clients can explore openly, build insight, and move toward greater clarity and resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gabriela Lopez-Machon

Gabriela Lopez-Machon

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“My approach is relational and insight-oriented, informed by psychodynamic thinking. I believe that when we better understand our emotions, past experiences, and relational patterns, we can create meaningful and lasting change.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Skye Suzanne Wood

Skye Suzanne Wood

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I do this work because I am committed to liberation for all people. I believe that none of us are free until ALL of us are free.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pawanjit Dhillon

Pawanjit Dhillon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am double board-certified as both an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, which allows me to care for patients with complex medical and psychiatric needs through a truly whole-person lens.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 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 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
DeAnna Bereza

DeAnna Bereza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be active, structured, and results-focused. My approach blends evidence-based techniques from CBT, DBT, MCT, IFS, and more, tailored to your unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melinda Miller

Melinda Miller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My communication style is calm, relaxed, and reassuring—like sitting with a good friend over a cup of tea.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Infertility
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Asher Lutz

Asher Lutz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide trauma‐informed, strengths‐based care that blends evidence‐based therapies with compassionate, culturally responsive practice.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ama Reyes

Ama Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello and welcome. My name is Amarilys (Ama) Reyes, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My professional journey began with a deep passion for understanding resilience and healing, shaped by my background in social work, education, and my advanced training in Marriage and Family Therapy. Over the years, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families, supporting clients through challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment wounds, and relational struggles. My experience includes working with diverse communities, including immigrant families, women and young people navigating significant life transitions.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Langley

Cynthia Langley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to be heard. After an initial assessment and identifying why a person is seeking treatment, goals will be set based on what the client hopes to achieve.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vanessa Kirker Wright

Vanessa Kirker Wright

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“I focus on couples and individuals who are ready to work through their transitions, learn to feel emotionally competent, and become relationally adept.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Callihan Caffery

Callihan Caffery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palm Desert, CA


“I provide compassionate and individualized counseling that instills hope and encourages clients to be their best selves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Messiter

Daniel Messiter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Narrative Style Therapist at heart, with an emphasis on Grief work. I also tend to focus on the emotional experience, and believe developing and exploring this kind of awareness is central to personal growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Magda Herrera

Magda Herrera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hermosa Beach, CA


Hi, I'm Magda. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree from Antioch University Los Angeles. I'm a culturally sensitive Latina therapist who is passionate about helping people better understand themselves and the challenges they're facing. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or feeling stuck in life, we'll work together to uncover patterns, build insight, and strengthen your confidence. I believe meaningful change can happen when you feel truly seen and understood.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dishina Singer

Dishina Singer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is rooted in a holistic approach, where I consider the whole person rather than just the symptoms.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Maternal mental health
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Kieffer

Melissa Kieffer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic lens is focused on cognitive, behavioral, and mindfulness interventions while highlighting individual strengths, skills, and growth.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • West Covina, CA


“My biggest boast as a therapist is that I make people feel like I've been where they are, regardless if that's the brink of divorce, the mires of depression, or the self-defeating loop of addiction.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Tustison

Jennifer Tustison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My care integrates medication management, psychotherapy, and evidence-informed lifestyle strategies into a treatment plan built around you as an individual, not a diagnosis.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mazyar Karandish

Dr. Mazyar Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual • Guerneville, CA


“My approach is flexible, client centered, and utilizes mindfulness-based interventions at every point of the journey towards healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Fabiola Sweet

Fabiola Sweet

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Folsom, CA


“I enjoy working with all clients to empower them and provide them with medication and therapy options.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rouba Otaky

Rouba Otaky

Therapist

Virtual • Claremont, CA


“I believe that you are the expert and that healing and growth are best achieved through breaking generational patterns, self reflection, and strengthening the skills to navigate the systems in which we live.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frances Pagnotta

Frances Pagnotta

Therapist

Virtual • Marina del Rey, CA


“I believe that lasting emotional change comes not only from reducing symptoms, but also from understanding the deeper patterns that shape our lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Blaney

Kristin Blaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Clemente, CA


“I am a certified EMDR therapist with special emphasis placed on childhood traumas (complex PTSD), first responders and military families.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Quill

Elizabeth Quill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is non-judgmental, personal, flexible, and compassionate. It is guided by your feedback and needs.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Beatriz Munoz -Sandoval

Beatriz Munoz -Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in helping clients process trauma, and past experiences that might be affecting their lives, in a empathetic and client centered approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alessandra Molina

Alessandra Molina

Therapist

Virtual • California


Do you ever feel a heaviness in the background of your life, even if you’re not exactly sure where it’s coming from? Maybe certain patterns or challenges keep repeating, no matter how much effort you put into moving forward, and you’re beginning to wonder what’s underneath it all. In our work together, we’ll explore those experiences with curiosity and care. I’ll be there to support you in deepening your self-awareness, uncovering what’s holding you back, and making meaningful changes that align with who you are and what you want.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christopher Cornell

Dr. Christopher Cornell

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I've been a Clinical Psychologist for over 20 years. During that time, I have helped individuals from diverse backgrounds address concerns...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Mideum Timothy Kim

Dr. Mideum Timothy Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fullerton, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—not just symptoms—by understanding each individual's unique background, strengths, and challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danyel Robinson

Danyel Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My humanistic approach focuses on building a strong rapport with each individual, making sure you feel understood and supported throughout our work together.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frankee Carlin

Frankee Carlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a therapist with lived experience, I firmly believe that life is hard and that American capitalist/colonialist society does little to provide people with the tools needed to thrive.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christine Tran

Christine Tran

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rocklin, CA


“My approach to therapy is "you are the expert on your life and I am here to offer you empathetic support" while cheering you on every step of the way.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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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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