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Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,083 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.

Jacqueline Fulford

Jacqueline Fulford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is compassionate and collaborative. I believe that you are the expert on your own life...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Samantha Thomas

Samantha Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am a compassionate provider who provides active listening and will assist you in meeting or maintaining your mental health goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Susan Plate

Dr. Susan Plate

Psychologist

Virtual • Cayucos, CA


As a clinical psychologist, I find it to be a tremendous honor and privilege to guide people back to their true and best self. I have over 20 years experience in the field of mental health. I've enjoyed working in a university counseling center with young adults and spent several years providing therapy and assessment services for an outpatient Kaiser Psychiatry adult clinic.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Kinnebrew

Lisa Kinnebrew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have over 10 years of experience helping adults and couples in crisis. I am a trauma-informed therapist.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
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 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ritu Esbjorn

Ritu Esbjorn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been working with individuals and couples for decades, bringing empathy, kindness, and a wealth of life experience into each encounter.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Aroosha Sanchez

Aroosha Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely understood and safe enough to be honest—at your own pace.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ann Young

Ann Young

Therapist

Virtual • California


I received my Bachelors of Science in Neuroscience from UCLA and then received my Master of Social Work from USC with a concentration in Children, Youth and Families. I utilize Psychodynamic Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) while incorporating both attachment and relational-cultural theory. I operate from a strengths-forward lens and believe that safety and trust are of the utmost importance in the therapeutic process.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maryjo Brooks Motl

Maryjo Brooks Motl

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Citrus Heights, CA


“I am a strength based therapist, who sees your successes and can assist in you in celebrating yours.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Willow Smith

Willow Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


Willow is dually licensed as an LPC and LMFT. Willow has 10+ years of experience working in mental health. She attended Sewanee for her BA in Psychology & Rollins College for her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Willow earned her certificate in Family and Relationship Therapy, which reinforced her knowledge and skills base working with families/couples from a systemic perspective.

Willow is trauma certified & trained in evidenced-based therapies like CBT, meditation, & expressive arts.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexandra Go

Alexandra Go

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy through an intersectional and culturally responsive lens, recognizing how overlapping identities shape our challenges and strengths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Arnold Blumenfeld

Dr. Arnold Blumenfeld

Psychologist

Virtual • Santa Clarita, CA


“My goal is to offer a steady, thoughtful space where you can better understand what you're feeling, regain clarity, and begin moving toward relief and stability.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Samantha Lai

Samantha Lai

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a collaborative process tailored to your unique experiences, needs, and goals.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Wajeeha Khan

Wajeeha Khan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Ramon, CA


“Healing begins with empathy. At Well Mind Therapy, we embrace your journey with compassion, creating a safe space where you feel truly seen and supported as you grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Janet Nelson

Janet Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a California, Connecticut, and South Dakota licensed therapist who is trained in EMDR and specializes in treating trauma.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mirna Cervantes

Mirna Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kendal McDowell

Kendal McDowell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm trained in DBT, along with other therapy styles, and can use these various practices to best support you and your needs.”
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Randy Cruz

Randy Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


“My passion is to provide support to adults who are experiencing difficulties reaching their full potential in life due to both internal and external hardships.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brenda Trejo

Brenda Trejo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels supportive, collaborative, grounded, and emotionally safe for healing and personal growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Saira Jhutty

Dr. Saira Jhutty

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. I want you to feel supported, but also like we're making real progress toward what matters to you.”
Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Cabanillas

Laura Cabanillas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Clemente, CA


I have a Master's in Counseling and have practiced in the field of mental health for nearly two decades. My experience as a therapist includes extensive training and work in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, women’s issues, and spirituality. I am licensed in both California (LPCC) and Washington (LMHC), and I’m a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IAEDP). I also hold a certification in Grief (CGP). I emphasize a whole-person approach to care, considering the full spectrum of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual factors that impact your overall health and well-being.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Bauman

Deborah Bauman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California, and have extensive experience in the mental health field. I have a strong and diverse background working both with veterans at the VA, and entertainment industry clients at the Entertainment Community Fund. I have been in private practice for the past several years. I enjoy helping adults at different stages to navigate life transitions and challenges. If you are a college student entering adulthood needing support, a young adult in your 20s or 30s trying to forge your path, or an older adult adjusting to retirement, I can offer skills, insight and a helping hand to empower your personal growth. I can work with you on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems and chronic health conditions, and also have specialized training to help you process trauma and address PTSD, often stemming from childhood and family experiences.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
La Tara Carter

La Tara Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been in private practice since 2006 in TX and 2025 in CA.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Diler Bilgin

Diler Bilgin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fremont, CA


“I aim to create a warm, supportive space where you can talk openly, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what you're going through.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Janet Croteau

Janet Croteau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Felton, CA


“I'm a "inclusiastic" therapist who invites you to use our relationship as a template to find the sweet spot between safety and your growing edge as a human.”
Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Genesis Morales

Genesis Morales

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach focuses on healing through somatic, body-centered approaches which encourage a deeper connection to the body's wisdom.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
OSun Yoo

OSun Yoo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a third culture kid, I had multiple experiences of being foreign, an oddity, and having to find how I could fit in.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darecia Miller-McCant

Darecia Miller-McCant

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think it is an honor and privilege to be a part of people's life's journey to find positive solutions that improve their psychological and emotional wellbeing.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Allyson Aguirre

Dr. Allyson Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brawley, CA


“My therapy style is warm, direct, and deeply supportive. I believe in getting to the root of unhealthy patterns...”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Jennifer Trujillo

Dr. Jennifer Trujillo

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I use an integrative cognitive and behavioral approach with elements of mindfulness and self compassion, according to your needs.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne Robert

Anne Robert

Therapist

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“It is my goal to make every session meaningful. Through working together I can help you make the lasting change that can bring you peace of mind.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hailey Peltzer

Hailey Peltzer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to help you understand yourself a little more, build on your strengths, or assist you in areas that feel overwhelming right now.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Infertility, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 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 5 insurance carriers
Arianna Passaro

Arianna Passaro

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Arianna, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I hold an MA in Clinical Counseling from Palo Alto University and live in the North Bay Area with my many dogs. I have been a practicing therapist for 10 years and am experienced in a variety of settings with many different conditions, socioeconomic backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual identities and interests. I welcome individuals of all backgrounds from ages 15 and older.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Steven Razo

Dr. Steven Razo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Agoura Hills, CA


“I approach each person with curiosity and attention to the individual experiences, relationships, and circumstances that shape their life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Devi Wise

Devi Wise

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed therapist with a Christian-perspective. I hold a deep desire to support and encourage others on how to overcome life's challenges and regain peace and balance in their lives. I am equipped to offer individual counseling to those who experience anxiety, depression, transitional life changes, interpersonal difficulties, bipolar disorders, and childhood trauma.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Karpman

Jennifer Karpman

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clarita, CA


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been practicing for over 17 years. I have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, and depression. I enjoy working with young adults who are transitioning to adulthood and young moms who need support dealing with every day issues. I am trained in Exposure and Response Prevention to treat Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Harden

Courtney Harden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“As a therapist you can expect that I will meet you where you are. I will walk alongside you on this journey of wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jaime Reeves

Jaime Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Gestalt Therapy prioritizes self-awareness. Clients delve into thoughts, emotions, and patterns, fueling insight and growth.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Ali Anderson

Dr. Ali Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trained relational psychoanalyst which basically means, my goal is to be attuned to your thoughts and feelings while we explore your history and how we can improve your perception of yourself and improve your relationships.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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

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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