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Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,084 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.

Karina Garcia

Karina Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hola! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families in a variety of settings. I’ve worked with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, substance use, life transitions, and personality-related concerns.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Sujin Ma

Dr. Sujin Ma

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in trauma recovery using body-centered and expressive arts therapy, helping clients process emotions, build safety, and reconnect with themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lin Stephens

Lin Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am empathetic and supportive. I am client-based and solution focused. While I tend to be direct in my engagement, your involvement is always greatly encouraged.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Susan Gilliam

Susan Gilliam

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She views therapy as a collaborative process to help clients heal and learn how to thrive in the face of ADHD and related mental health challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Naomi Kimmelman

Naomi Kimmelman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, person-centered, compassionate, and holistic; incorporating mind, body, spirit as well as considering community and cultural contexts...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corlie Presswood

Corlie Presswood

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with clients experiencing Trauma, Bi-Polar, Depression, Anxiety, and persistent mental illness and psychosis.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cusanda Howard

Cusanda Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Vallejo, CA


“I approach therapy with an open mind, non judgmental, and help you feel comfortable to share so you can become insightful...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yael Shina-Louff

Yael Shina-Louff

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I strive to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment, while helping them develop practical tools to navigate difficult seasons and feel more confident...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Luzi

Michelle Luzi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Clarita, CA


“I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel heard, empowered, and supported in discovering their own motivation and direction.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Amberlyn Monroe

Dr. Amberlyn Monroe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe in the resilience of the human mind and body. I am committed to creating a supportive, understanding, and empowering therapeutic environment where clients can work toward personal growth and healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ilse Bravo

Ilse Bravo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe to process your interpersonal struggles.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Torri Taylor-Spencer

Torri Taylor-Spencer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Welcome to my practice, my name is Torri and I am a Board Certified (BC) Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - (Advanced Generalist) from West Coast University (2020). I have been a nurse for over a decade and I am nationally certified and California state licensed to assess, diagnose, treat (including prescribing medications and providing psychotherapy), and evaluate those suffering from mental health issues across the lifespan.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessie Santos

Jessie Santos

Therapist

Virtual • California


With 16 years of experience in the field, I bring a wealth of knowledge, expertise, realness to my practice including working with individuals, couples, and families. I am passionate about supporting my clients in creating lasting change, whether it’s through improving mental health, deepening personal relationships, or building stronger family connections. My goal is to guide you in finding the clarity, strength, and solutions needed to thrive.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessica Zavala

Jessica Zavala

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, direct, and collaborative. I believe therapy should be a space where clients feel genuinely understood and supported while also being challenged to grow.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rochelle Bard

Rochelle Bard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My passion lies in empowering people to enjoy life on their own terms—with dignity, resilience, and faith.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicky Cheng

Nicky Cheng

Therapist

Virtual • California


Have you ever left a therapy session feeling lighter, only to return the next week feeling right back where you started?

You’ve done the work. You’ve learned the tools and the language to describe your thoughts, feelings, and patterns. Yet the relief often feels short-lived. Insights help in the moment, but they don’t always translate into lasting change in your day-to-day life.

It can feel incredibly frustrating or even hopeless. You might start wondering if therapy is even worth it.

Deep down, you just want to feel less anxious... less stressed... less burned out. You want to feel like yourself again. You want to feel truly connected to others. And you want to stop feeling like a hamster stuck on a wheel, running endlessly with no off-ramp.

If that sounds like you, you’re not alone. With nearly 20 years of working with caregivers, helping professionals, and many others seeking relief. I have witnessed these same struggles time after time. The frustration, the exhaustion, and for many, a deep and unshakable pain that feels like it never ends. The work doesn’t stop, and yet, things go nowhere.

Through my clients, I’ve learned that what usually brings people to therapy is often just the surface symptom of deeply held core beliefs and personal stories that once served them well but now keep them stuck and, at times, repeating a vicious cycle.

Therapy should feel safe, even when it stretches you beyond your comfort zone. If you’re tired of taking three steps forward only to slide two steps back, and you’re ready to step off the hamster wheel, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward genuine healing and self-discovery.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Connie Murcia

Connie Murcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work closely with my clients via joining them on their journey and provide an encouraging environment via a psychodynamic approach...”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Avon Jones

Avon Jones

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is to create a supportive, respectful space where you feel understood and encouraged as you work toward the changes you want in your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melanie Castellari

Melanie Castellari

Therapist

Virtual • Menifee, CA


“By fostering a nurturing, judgment-free environment, I ensure that no topic is off-limits, allowing for authentic expression and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Lashauna Cutts

Lashauna Cutts

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should do more than help you talk about what hurts-it should help you change what happens next.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Erin Daley

Erin Daley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a client-centered approach and make an effort to meet my clients where they are at, and then together collaborate on an approach and pace the client feels challenging yet realistic and safe.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Karina Baltazar-Durán

Karina Baltazar-Durán

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have an extensive background in treating individuals, couples, & families. I've contributed to local & national articles on topics of relationships, families, self worth, & stress. I create a relational, connective space to help you tune into your resiliency & energy, to gain back the emotional stability you're seeking. I specialize in bringing families together, assisting you uncover barriers to rifts with one another, and helping you reconnect to a bonded unit. Hablo español!

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara De Boer

Cara De Boer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is grounded in person-centered care — meaning you will be met with empathy, respect, and genuine support.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lindsey Jordan

Lindsey Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I earned my Masters in Social Work at Temple University in Philadelphia. I am licensed in NJ and CA.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kourtney Carter

Dr. Kourtney Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health should be embraced, prioritized, and treated with the same importance as physical health.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Melaney Bright

Melaney Bright

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I feel that the best way to help people heal is through connection. I take an active role in guiding and teaching tools and coping skills that you can use for the rest of your life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brian Mitchell

Brian Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work to create a safe and supportive environment for clients to work towards healing and learning coping skills.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathleen Fay

Kathleen Fay

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I support adolescents and adults facing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and parenting or relationship stress.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rachyl Nyoka

Rachyl Nyoka

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using tools from attachment theory, IFS, and systems thinking, Rachyl guides couples in exploring how to meet each other with curiosity, empathy, and accountability.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dona Clair

Dona Clair

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I truly believe that you are the expert in your life! I see myself as a partner and support, encouraging you to achieve your goals.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adriana Vazquez

Adriana Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with confidence, resilience, and hope.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carol Crawley

Carol Crawley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, and highly engaged, and I help clients understand the deeper patterns affecting their lives, relationships, and nervous system.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Anderson-madueke

Cynthia Anderson-madueke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Cynthia Anderson-Madueke, a board-certified PMHNP, provides compassionate mental health care, combining medication management with therapeutic support.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tony Chavira

Tony Chavira

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Tony and my therapy practice is a space of hope, clarity, and limitless compassion. I'm an LMFT with 2 years of experience in private practice, 7 years as a psychotherapist, 11 years providing group support, 15 years as a case manager, and 20 years as a sociologist and community activist. I combine a wide range of impactful psychosocial and somatic approaches to support your freedom, safety, and boundless growth... with ACT, EFT, and Somatic Abolition as my grounding.

Most importantly, my work honors the weight you’ve had to hold during these painful times, and the care you’ve given while also sometimes struggling. Maybe it's been harder to cope lately and you're feeling lost. Maybe you're overburdened, or even totally depleted. Together, we can journey to a new place of relief, discovery, and steadiness. My work is about reconnection, growth, and finally feeling truly supported. You've deserved real care all along. I know it.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Moore

Brittany Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strongly believe that everyone has a voice and deserves to be heard. I enjoy walking side by side with my clients through the healing process and giving them the encouragement and tools needed to achieve their highest quality of life...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lillian Channing

Lillian Channing

Therapist

Virtual • Camarillo, CA


“I am a somatic therapist, and my approach is to always have a lens focused on how your body holds your emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marcas Bradley

Marcas Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you find out that your life, your situation, does not leave you with only one choice... but that you have choices.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Elita Hamala Shalkevich

Elita Hamala Shalkevich

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer supportive, yet direct feedback designed to move you towards finding solutions to your troubles.”
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Baird

Shannon Baird

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am dedicated to helping individuals make meaningful, lasting changes by developing coping skills that fit their unique life experiences. With over 20 years of experience in addiction treatment and mental health services, I bring a grounded, compassionate, and client‐centered approach to therapy. I believe that you know yourself better than anyone else, and my role is to support you in uncovering your strengths, healing from past experiences, and building a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.

My specialties include substance use disorders, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and co‐occurring mental health challenges. I am committed to helping clients improve their relationships, reduce stress, and strengthen their sense of self‐worth. I focus on the whole person—mind, body, and environment—because growth in one area naturally supports growth in all others.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Maxwell-Junge

Melissa Maxwell-Junge

Therapist

Virtual • California


The human experience is unique, and the path to living the life you want begins with exploring how your thoughts, feelings, and experiences impact your life. Our therapeutic alliance creates opportunities to learn adaptive coping mechanisms to better challenge and confront stressors, process painful experiences, and empower you to live a values-based life. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors from multicultural and diverse backgrounds. My areas of specialty and expertise include but are not limited to: Dual Diagnoses, Psychosis, Substance Use, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum, Military Life and Trauma, PTSD, Anger Management, Infertility, Postpartum Depression, Grief and Loss, Relationship Issues, Domestic Violence, Sexual Trauma, and Major Life Transitions. Each therapy is different and has its own approach, so we will collaborate and find the best fit for your needs. Some of the modalities I utilize include Jungian Therapy, Parts work (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Art Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy to deal with stressors, improve self-worth, build resiliency, and assist you in maximizing your potential. I welcome the opportunity to support you on your journey, which honors your experience, and creates healing.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 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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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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