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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.

Brittney Myers

Brittney Myers

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome! Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, and I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood.

I am dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care and work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and have extensive experience in community mental health, supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

Throughout my career, I have helped clients navigate a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and psychotic disorders. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each client’s unique needs, with a focus on helping you build insight, develop effective coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Whether you’re seeking support for a specific challenge or looking to improve your overall well-being, I look forward to walking alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeff Bergstrom

Jeff Bergstrom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and flexible — I draw from ACT, CBT, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, motivational interviewing, and attachment-based care...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Judy Hails

Judy Hails

Therapist

Virtual • Huntington Beach, CA


My practice focuses on treating individuals with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have been in private practice for 8 years. My education includes a Master's degree in psychology. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Johnathan Molina

Johnathan Molina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“By utilizing a holistic framework, I look at the whole picture—how your mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and environmental factors intersect.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Rose

Andrea Rose

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 27 years of experience in the field of mental health. I know that reaching out for support isn't always easy, and I don't take it for granted that you're here. I strive to create a space where you feel genuinely heard-not judged or rushed. I bring warmth and honesty into our work together and celebrate your progress with you along the way.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cynthia Gonzalez

Cynthia Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love helping clients understand how their issues are affecting their daily functioning and developing tool & skills to help manage such obstacles.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Zoha Fazel

Dr. Zoha Fazel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy approach blends traditional, evidence-based techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mind-body practices for deeper healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gertrudes Hernandez

Dr. Gertrudes Hernandez

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe that active listening, providing empathy and showing genuine compassion, walking with someone in their path of healing and recovery are the key to achieving a sense of awareness, clarity and find the balance between change and acceptance.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juliet McNeil

Juliet McNeil

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am supportive, nurturing, and encouraging. I want my clients to feel comfortable and safe talking with me about anything.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terri Williams

Terri Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntington Beach, CA


“My therapy approach is collaborative and strength-based. Therapy doesn't have to be all heavy lifting—there can be room for lightness, too.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sonya Adams

Sonya Adams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance between a client and their therapist is key to success in therapy.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Eunice Virgen

Eunice Virgen

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I’m Eunice Virgen, a licensed clinical social worker based in Los Angeles, CA. For the last nine years, I’ve worked in public mental health programs with individuals who are living with chronic mental illnesses. For the last three years, I have been in private practice where I specialize helping women of color process life stressors, mental health problems, and generational traumas, so they can be more intentional in creating the life they desire.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cecily Thornton-Stearns

Cecily Thornton-Stearns

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a solution focused professional who believes there is a solution for every problem. You are the key to your success, and I am here to help you with direct communication, action oriented and achievable goals in a supportive and understanding...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Celida Vasquez

Celida Vasquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California, I received my master of social work (MSW) from University of Southern California (USC). My experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults with depression, anxiety, and trauma; helping them identify triggers to their symptoms and helping them create effective coping mechanisms to decrease their symptoms and live emotionally healthy lives.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Desiree De Pace

Desiree De Pace

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is direct, warm, compassionate, and goal-oriented, helping clients not only process their emotions but also develop concrete strategies to create meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Eugenia Rodriguez

Dr. Eugenia Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you understand what is happening beneath the surface, not just manage the symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madeline Trujillo

Madeline Trujillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is not just about managing symptoms, it's about understanding yourself on a deeper level, rewriting the narratives that hold you back, and creating meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Derrick Harding

Derrick Harding

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, client-centered, and grounded in cultural humility and social justice.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kesha Wilson

Kesha Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am empathetic, warm, non-judgemental, and supportive as I aim to help you feel HEARD and UNDERSTOOD.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Sleep disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Brooks

Nicole Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Palmdale, CA


Welcome! As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist, I have 10 years of experience helping individual clients and couples reach their goals and overcome challenges that are holding them back in their lives and relationships.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arianna Sousa

Arianna Sousa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a firm believer of the client taking charge of their own goals while I support them making decisions to achieve those goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Niamh Martin

Niamh Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel collaborative and empowering, tailored to your unique experiences and goals.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andreina Cheema

Andreina Cheema

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here to offer a safe space where you can show up as your full self and feel truly seen, heard, and held through it all.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cecilia Lopez

Dr. Cecilia Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I teach practical tools for managing mental health and facilitate processing and meaning-making around thoughts and feelings that may hinder progress.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sanaz Saeidian

Sanaz Saeidian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work hard to tailor each session to my client's unique needs and empower them with transformative tools that can help create meaningful changes in their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meirav Bailey

Meirav Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach every person I help with curiosity, compassion, and loving kindness and find it so fulfilling to work together towards deeper meaning and insight...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shonta Jones-Cole

Shonta Jones-Cole

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Our goal is to help you get through the challenges you're facing and develop healthier coping strategies so you can learn how to live a happier and healthier life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Anissa Juarez

Anissa Juarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am deeply passionate about helping individuals on their journeys toward wellness, self-discovery, and healing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mandy Huang

Mandy Huang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower individuals to create meaningful change in their own lives by helping them develop the insight, support, and skills needed to reach their full potential.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
V. Haddad

V. Haddad

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a licensed marriage and family therapist,I will always lead with a client-centered curiosity, believing that each individual possess the innate capacity to become the person they want to be.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Annemarie Dillon-Chi

Annemarie Dillon-Chi

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome! I’m Annemarie, and I would love to be your guide on your journey toward peace and self-discovery. Seeking support is such a huge step and often times a difficult one to take. But here you are! Now that the difficult part is behind you, let’s talk about how I can help.


As an LCSW, I have worked with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges which include anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief and loss, addictions, and life transitions.


Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sonia Trotter-Giron

Sonia Trotter-Giron

Therapist

Virtual • Watsonville, CA


“My approach in therapy is, initially, to establish a healhy therapeautic relationship with clear boundaries and expectations to support clients to build a safe space in therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Summer Sanders

Summer Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a warm therapist who values deep listening and genuine connection. My approach is person-centered; attentive, collaborative, and grounded in compassion.”
Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chelsea Canning

Chelsea Canning

Therapist

Virtual • California


We all need a little help from time to time to get support for our...grief, trauma, depression, confusing thoughts, self criticism, intense feelings, and improve our relationship with ourselves. Helping ease your painful moments is the most important work we can accomplish together. Sometimes we just need someone to stand by us, assure us that it's going to be okay and guide us through the tough parts. Please give me a call today, we can see how to work together for a better quality of life.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephan Blustajn

Stephan Blustajn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and personalized to your needs. Drawing from Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Client-Centered Therapy, I help you build practical tools...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wayne Lenz

Wayne Lenz

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving clients across California, I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can show up fully as yourself. I especially enjoy working with men and the unique challenges they may carry, whether that means navigating relationships, stress, identity, anger, or simply feeling stuck. I’m also very comfortable working with people who have personality disorders, and I bring patience, honesty, and compassion to that work.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jiaxi (Jessie) Shao

Jiaxi (Jessie) Shao

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome and thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. As a licensed therapist practicing in both California and New York, I believe deeply in the inherent resilience and transformative potential within every individual. I earned my Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University. Throughout my clinical practice, I have supported clients across all life stages in navigating complex emotional challenges, including trauma, anxiety, and depression, while empowering them to cultivate healthy, fulfilling interpersonal relationships.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christopher Pike

Christopher Pike

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have an eclectic approach to psychotherapy to help through a combination of cognitive, emotional, and motivational psychology approaches.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Selena Aguilar Nunez

Selena Aguilar Nunez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, with a balance of compassion, curiosity, and a little humor when it feels right.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gary Reaves

Gary Reaves

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to understand each individual as a whole person rather than a set of symptoms, and I work to create a therapeutic environment that is respectful, collaborative, and conducive to lasting change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 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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