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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,082 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.

Theresa Russell - Porta Verum Psychotherapy Services

Theresa Russell - Porta Verum Psychotherapy Services

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“My own experience with therapy helped shape my interest in this work. While talk therapy benefited me in many ways, I sensed there was more beneath the surface...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suraya Keating

Suraya Keating

Therapist

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“Her approach is warm, deeply attuned, and experiential. Clients often come to Suraya when they feel stuck in patterns of fear, self-doubt, or emotional overwhelm...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Barton-Grimley

Jessica Barton-Grimley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist to help people manage the emotional weight of everyday life and societal pressures.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Dahlia Magdy

Dr. Dahlia Magdy

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy can help you better understand yourself while also developing practical ways to create meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Colleen Cole

Colleen Cole

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello there! I am an LMFT, I studied at Mount St. Mary's, and graduated 2017. I have worked with children and families, couples, and individuals, and enjoy creating a safe space to work together to find a more peaceful and happy version of yourself!

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Liliana Sanchez

Liliana Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is gentle and collaborative—I move at your pace while offering support and honest reflection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alison Sarah Adler

Alison Sarah Adler

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“I have been a therapist for more than 2 decade and am tremendously grateful to be doing something I love.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Azin

Ashley Azin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Marcos, CA


“I strive to make each one of my clients feel seen, heard, and unconditionally accepted throughout every session.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sheila Kelly

Sheila Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Torrance, CA


“I believe the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is an essential healing component of therapy and provides the foundation from which growth and self-healing occurs.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Stullman

Eric Stullman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“I've been told that my clients really appreciate my expertise but mostly the warmth and humor that I bring.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kirra Walsh

Kirra Walsh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Marcos, CA


Hi, I’m Kirra. I’m a compassionate, collaborative therapist who believes that meaningful therapy begins with feeling genuinely seen, heard, and respected. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, identity development, life transitions, relationship challenges, and other experiences that may leave you feeling overwhelmed or stuck.

I value creating an affirming space where you can show up as your authentic self. I have a particular passion for supporting LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals, as well as clients from multicultural and multiethnic backgrounds. My own experience growing up across several U.S. states and overseas in Japan and Guam has shaped my appreciation for the many cultural, family, and relational influences that make each person's story unique.

You don't need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. Wherever you are in your journey, we can begin there.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Milagritos O'Shea

Milagritos O'Shea

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Milagritos integrates expressive arts, mindfulness-based interventions, and self-compassion practices into her therapeutic approach, empowering clients to actively participate in their healing.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gisoo Mohandesi

Gisoo Mohandesi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sherman Oaks, CA


“She believes that every client has unique strengths and resilience, and she is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kari Floberg

Kari Floberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Bringing my own lived experience of recovery from an eating disorder, I intimately understand the winding nature of change and approach your journey with deep reverence and compassion.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kimber Wright

Kimber Wright

Therapist

Virtual • California


Greetings! My name is Kimber Wright and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. I am passionate about assisting my clients in facing challenges and becoming the best versions of themselves

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Evienia Vassiliadou

Evienia Vassiliadou

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm direct and may challenge you with tough questions, but I do it with purpose and when I sense you're ready.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kimberly Kaestner

Kimberly Kaestner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I've worked closely with those navigating substance use recovery, mood instability, trauma-related symptoms, and treatment-resistant depression.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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
Ronald Deming

Ronald Deming

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Finding the problems is the first step, then finding alternatives to the trouble those problems bring with them, thereby finding release and agency to change.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Claudia Covarrubias

Claudia Covarrubias

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard and empowered to explore their goals and values.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tony Truong

Tony Truong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Covina, CA


“My approach to care is direct and solution-based. I focus on identifying practical strategies to help you overcome challenges and achieve your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jordana Joseph

Jordana Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach integrates client-centered, relational and feminist therapies to support growth, insight and resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Nickle

Matthew Nickle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My focus is on providing my clients with a new approach to themselves that will help them gain insight and reach their true potential.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Savannah Miller

Savannah Miller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The foundation of my therapy approach is self-compassion; it is the desire to understand ourselves from a place of curiosity rather than criticism.”
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Balasco

Alyssa Balasco

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I enjoy working with each psychotherapy client to create a strong therapeutic alliance that fosters non-judgmental exploration of each client's individual circumstance.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dennis Gowans

Dr. Dennis Gowans

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is solution-oriented, creative, and refreshingly direct. I believe in cutting through the noise to help you identify what truly matters...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Identity issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aaron Magee

Aaron Magee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a compassionate, down-to-earth environment where you can safely explore your challenges without fear of judgment.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Eid

Ashley Eid

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that everyone deserves to feel at peace with their body and emotions, and to live a life of authenticity and fulfillment.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Susan Chinskey

Susan Chinskey

Therapist

Virtual • Rancho Mirage, CA


“I am deeply compassionate and guided by clients' needs, creating a nonjudgmental and a safe environment to explore new options.”
Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Hanna Amanuel

Hanna Amanuel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, affirming, and non-judgmental. In our first few sessions, you'll find a space where your feelings and experiences are validated...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carrie Yerdon

Carrie Yerdon

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome, I am so glad you are here taking this step in your therapy journey. Finding a therapist that aligns with your needs is crucial step in this process and it is my hope that sharing more about me, can further guide you in this step. First and foremost, I possess a Master's in Psychology and have a license in Marriage and Family therapy. I am trained in EMDR (Eye movement desensitization reprocessing) and specialize in working with trauma and trauma related conditions.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alena Cabrero

Alena Cabrero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Monica, CA


Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I’m a warm and compassionate therapist with several years of experience working in mental health. I hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and work with people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply wanting to understand themselves more deeply. I take a collaborative approach, tailoring our sessions to your unique needs and goals. My priority is creating a space where you feel supported, seen, and safe to explore whatever comes up.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Paul Mundt

Paul Mundt

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“Often the reasons clients enter therapy is due to unresolved emotional pain. The depression and anxiety we express are symptoms of this buried pain.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Natasha Prime

Natasha Prime

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping people through the trials and tribulations of life and helping them find the strengths that are often already within.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lana Hoyer

Lana Hoyer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is personable and genuine. I find that my style is particularly beneficial to those looking for a safe space free of judgment while getting honest engagement.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessie Ott

Jessie Ott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


H.E.R.O.E.S. Therapy (Helping Each-other Recognize Our Extraordinary Selves) offers a fun & creative way to explore mental health through popular culture, and gain skills needed to fight the villians and monsters that haunt all of us. If you identify as a nerd, geek, introvert, outcast, weirdo, etc., I am here for you. We'll discuss favorite characters from books, movies, shows, video games, & social media. We will play alongside each other and use real-world moments to gain insight into behavior, emotions, sensations, & thoughts.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Craig Wenaweser

Craig Wenaweser

Therapist

Virtual • Sebastopol, CA


“My approach to psychotherapy is transformative and holistic, with an emphasis on the integration of mind, body and spirit.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patty Jaime

Patty Jaime

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everything you need to thrive is already within you. I will help you understand your challenges, unlock your strengths...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Traci Williams

Traci Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that in understanding the impact of trauma on one's current functioning from a strengths-based approach, there is always potential to overcome challenges and reach one's goals of stability.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Daniella Basin

Daniella Basin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think of therapy as a collaborative process. Think of me as your tour guide - I'll bring the knowledge, tools, and skills, while you get to decide where you'd like to go, what pace feels right, and what feels meaningful to explore.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 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 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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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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