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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,436 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.

Nica Nuguid

Nica Nuguid

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I aim to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel safe being themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Megan Jamison

Megan Jamison

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and completely client-led. No agenda, no pressure — just space to figure out what you actually need.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
Chinenye Udoh

Chinenye Udoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. I work with adolescents, teenagers, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, and emotional burnout.

My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. I understand that mental health is deeply connected to daily life, relationships, culture, and personal experiences, and I take a compassionate, whole-person approach to care.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Veronica Baron

Veronica Baron

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful therapy begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on connection and emotional safety.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nancy C Finley

Nancy C Finley

Therapist

Virtual • Ventura, CA


“My approach is to integrate mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, and psycho-education in order for clients to gain an understanding of their challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Wendi Laborde

Dr. Wendi Laborde

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore what's contributing to your distress while developing practical tools to manage anxiety, improve mood stability, and strengthen emotional resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Briones

Michelle Briones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lompoc, CA


As a therapist working with both children and adults with 5 years experience, my clinical approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a strong belief in each person’s capacity for healing and growth. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore their experiences. Many individuals come to therapy carrying the weight of trauma, stress, or life transitions, and my role is to walk alongside them as they develop insight, resilience, and practical coping skills.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Misko

Jennifer Misko

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance rigorous, evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cristina Serrano

Cristina Serrano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to support your therapeutic process, guide your towards achieving your goals, while providing a safe space to vent.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica La Rocca

Jessica La Rocca

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a space where you can feel emotionally safe, deeply understood, and supported without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Rickert

Ryan Rickert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For over 20 years, I have supported people through depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, dream analysis, sex therapy, and the deeper questions of meaning, purpose, and identity that can arise when life feels uncertain.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sunyata Ono

Sunyata Ono

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy integrates psychodynamic principles with a strong emphasis on mindfulness practices.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Mata

Paul Mata

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their mental health journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Du Vo

Du Vo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful healing begins with trust; I strive to build a warm, empowering, and safe environment where you feel deeply heard, valued, and fully supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Roberts

Carla Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an African American woman with over 32 years of experience providing social service and therapeutic support to marginalized families who have experienced trauma — from Criminal Justice involvement, Adult and Child Protection systems, to housing insecurity, intimate partner violence and substance use challenges. I also have a deep passion for working with pregnant and postpartum individuals navigating pregnancy loss, perinatal mood disorders, leading to postpartum depression and anxiety. It is also important for me to hold space for Fathers who are navigating raising children as single fathers.

My therapeutic approach creates a safe, compassionate space where we partner together to challenge unhealthy beliefs, reduce shame and guilt, and address traumatic experiences at whatever pace feels right for you.

While my work is primarily centered with the BIPOC community — African American women specifically — it is my goal that no individual ever feel alone when dealing with depression, anxiety, or trauma. Through active listening and gentle, honest dialogue, I partner with individuals to uncover what is keeping them stuck and walk through those hard places together — building trust, fostering resilience, and creating a real sense of freedom for themselves and their families.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaine Yu

Jaine Yu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'd like my clients to feel empowered to have tools to handle the issues that are bringing them to therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mary-Louise Henson

Mary-Louise Henson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Teaching communication skills along with conflict resolution and negotiation skills give patients practical tools to meet the demands of long term committed relationships.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Benjamin Murphy

Benjamin Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own healing journey through therapy, recovery, and personal growth shaped my belief that change is possible when we learn how to understand ourselves with honesty and compassion.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Leahy

Kate Leahy

Therapist

Virtual • Sutter Creek, CA


“I strive to listen deeply and understand your experience. I believe that the client has their own answers, resources and medicine.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Britni Proulx

Britni Proulx

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Britni has over 12 years experience working with children and families and has worked in a variety of treatment settings including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, community mental health agencies, residential treatment centers, and private practice.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robert Bowman

Robert Bowman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been practicing for 31 years. I have worked with just about every mental health diagnosis and a very diverse population of clients.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katherine LeBlanc

Katherine LeBlanc

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work focuses on helping clients recognize their strengths, challenge unhelpful self-beliefs, and build sustainable patterns of thought and behavior that foster growth and self-compassion.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara Fierro

Sara Fierro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients frequently describe my style as direct, deeply validating, and genuinely invested in moving them forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennie Dopf

Jennie Dopf

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I especially enjoy working with women ages 18–30 who are exploring their sense of self, navigating attachment patterns, or trying to build healthier relationships.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronika Solomon

Veronika Solomon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I understand what it feels like to move through the world with multiple marginalized identities, and I bring that lived perspective into my clinical practice.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Rosas

John Rosas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, direct, and solution focused. I combine CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and coaching to help you understand your patterns and take meaningful action.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Lopynski

Shannon Lopynski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is compassionate yet direct. I create a supportive space where you can feel understood while also being gently challenged to explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Drew Scott

Dr. Drew Scott

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring over 20 years of experience bridging the space between thoughts, feelings, and actions to facilitate your growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Herbert Lomax

Herbert Lomax

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a mental health therapist with over a decade of experience in helping BIPOC professionals and couples break free from burnout, perfectionism, and imposter feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheila Garcia

Sheila Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand the silent weight you carry—the pressure to succeed, the expectations to care for others, and the challenge of finding your own voice while honoring your roots.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kenneth Parker

Kenneth Parker

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I use family systems thinking to understand how relationships shape your experiences, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I'm also interested in how attachment styles influence your choices and connections. I believe in meeting you where you are and tailoring our work to what fits you best.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Ayers

Jennifer Ayers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, understood, and comfortable being yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rosana Ascanio

Rosana Ascanio

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is compassionate, active, and goal-oriented. I ask direct questions, offer honest feedback, and help you develop practical tools you can apply in everyday life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Syed Jafar

Syed Jafar

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I believe in active listening, getting to know my patients thoroughly and come up with a treatment plan that is unique and help the patient getting maximum stability and relief of symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kimberly Rios Lopez

Kimberly Rios Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to move forward in ways that honor your identity and values.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Heidi Xue

Heidi Xue

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I truly believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role is not to tell you who you should be, but to walk alongside you as you reconnect with yourself, better understand your experiences, and move toward the life you want to create.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Njambi Kingori

Njambi Kingori

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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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