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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,435 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.

Dr. Gary Bushweiler

Dr. Gary Bushweiler

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have been trained in a variety of evidence-based approaches in therapy. Since every individual is unique, I use my knowledge and experience to determine and use the skills and techniques best suited for the client and their circumstances in life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Pouyan Rasi

Pouyan Rasi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With a warm/empathetic approach, I strive to create a safe/supportive space where you can explore your thoughts/feelings and felt experience without judgment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


I'm a non-boring therapist who recognizes life can be a hot mess, wants to understand YOU, & weaves humor into therapy! I specialize in relationship issues & help get you feeling good about yourself & your relationships. I've worked with clients in domestic violence and unhealthy relationships for years, so know you don't have to carry that stress, anxiety, self-doubt - you deserve awesome relationships that bring security, joy & excitement.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nazaneen Nekbeen

Nazaneen Nekbeen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been practicing for over 17 years and have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and addiction.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
River Ornellas

River Ornellas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about providing affirming care to individuals who are trans, non-binary, gender-expansive, gender-questioning, queer & those with experiences of queer sexualities or nonmonogomous relationship structures.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shenaaz Janmohamed

Shenaaz Janmohamed

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I seek to support people in healing from interpersonal, familial, societal, systemic, and historical traumas.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Hellman

Sarah Hellman

Therapist

Virtual • Albany, CA


“I will work with you to create a therapeutic relationship that provides you with a safe and holding environment, where you feel seen, heard and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Emmel

Lauren Emmel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own healing journey as a client of EMDR Therapy led me to become certified in it and passionate to facilitate healing for others.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Cruz

Jennifer Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Jennifer Cruz, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am passionate about working with people to help them heal and grow. I empathize with the many challenges people face in life and I want to help.

Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lan Wang

Lan Wang

Therapist

Virtual • Anaheim, CA


“I am passionate about providing a safe and trustworthy space for clients to share and process their emotional pain so they can experience genuine relief and greater happiness.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kasha Johnson

Kasha Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy is not about "fixing" but about understanding, creating space for self-awareness, healing, and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Berman

Jacqueline Berman

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


I was born and raised in Brazil, and grew up in various countries of Latin America and Europe as well as in the United States. I offer an integrative track to psychotherapy that combines insight oriented therapies with a solution focused approach to help clients make more effective choices and transition through challenging moments in their lives.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ehsan Bozorgi

Ehsan Bozorgi

Therapist

Virtual • Tustin, CA


“Using psychodynamic and insight-oriented approaches alongside practical strategies, I guide clients in exploring the roots of problematic patterns and developing new ways to respond.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Babb

Cheryl Babb

Therapist

Virtual • Apple Valley, CA


I'm interested in helping you become your best, authentic self - whatever that looks like! Therapy is about relationships -- the relationship between therapist and client as well as the relationship the client has with themselves and others. My goal as a therapist is for you to feel seen, heard, and understood and to take that capacity and generalize it throughout your lived experience. As a therapist, I examine your memories, perceptions, and presence to paint a vibrant picture of who you are.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jose Luis Ochoa Sierra

Jose Luis Ochoa Sierra

Therapist

Virtual • Hayward, CA


“I bring a balance of warmth, humor, and unconditional acceptance. Simultaneously, I will carefully guide you to explore the underlying patterns of your thinking, feelings, and behaviors to help you gain meaningful understanding as you move toward a...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Michelle Roberts

Michelle Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“I'm a somatic (body-based) therapist focusing on trauma recovery and healing attachment-based hurts.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Michael Beavers

Michael Beavers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a strengths-based approach and often have clients complete personality assessments (Meyers-Briggs) and strengths assessments (the Gallup Strengthsfinder).”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashlyn Taylor

Ashlyn Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I support adults who feel stuck in patterns that leave them drained, unheard, or disconnected from themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Quintanar

Ashley Quintanar

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“I help clients recognize how their thought and emotional patterns influence their day to day lives and relationships.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Aidin Tajbakhsh

Dr. Aidin Tajbakhsh

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Newport Beach, CA


I see therapy as a collaborative journey, where I walk alongside you rather than ahead of you. For nearly a decade, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, substance use, chronic pain, and life transitions. My background in clinical psychology, along with board certification in biofeedback and neurofeedback, allows me to integrate both psychological and physiological approaches to healing. Most importantly, I deeply respect the uniqueness of your lived experience and strive to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Camille Lendormy

Camille Lendormy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oakland, CA


“My approach to providing care includes empathetic listening, unconditional positive regard, transparency and radical curiosity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aeri Schwartz

Aeri Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist through my own experience of trying to understand patterns of shame, self-criticism, and not feeling "enough," which continues to inform the depth of empathy I bring to this work.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lavina Ellison

Lavina Ellison

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a therapist, I take the time to listen to and get to know my client so that I can pair them with the right therapeutic approach.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katie Saelee

Katie Saelee

Therapist

Virtual • California


My Name is Katie Saelee and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, cultural, and identity issues. I have worked in multiple settings such as community, home, school, group and private practice.





Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Iman Hanna

Iman Hanna

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“My philosophy is that treatment is more effective with the integration of pharmacology, cognitive therapy, spirituality, psycho-social education, self-empowerment and good life habits.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ashley Saucedo

Ashley Saucedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm and down to earth. We will move at your pace while keeping us focused on the changes you want.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniela Cherny

Daniela Cherny

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, practical, and collaborative. I want you to feel heard and understood, while also leaving with tools you can actually use in daily life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Zuzevich

Megan Zuzevich

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see symptoms of mental health as messengers. The innate expressions of our physiology have deeper meaning and information for us to connect to.”
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Physical health issues, PTSD
Challenging, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Debra Sweeney

Debra Sweeney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe care should be compassionate, respectful, and tailored to each person's unique background and values.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Monet Goldman

Monet Goldman

Therapist

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I developed a unique approach to therapy, through the use of VR, video games, and film, to help kids and adults isolated from the world.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Olivia Hanley

Olivia Hanley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have worked in community mental health serving children, adolescents, young adults and adults, as well as treatment centers for adolescents throughout the past 7 years.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janelle Gallardo

Janelle Gallardo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In our sessions, you can expect a warm and supportive environment where you feel heard, seen, and valued as a whole person.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sonia Trefflich

Sonia Trefflich

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! My name is Sonia Trefflich. I’m a Bilingual Spanish-speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an EMDR-trained therapist. My passion is working with others, especially those who feel damaged and stuck with their pain from past experiences. I have worked with individuals from many cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, and I have a deep understanding of the added challenges that upbringing and identity may present post or pre-trauma.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Meister

Michael Meister

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is straightforward and real. I'm not the kind of therapist who just sits quietly and nods.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Iris Cruet-Rubio

Iris Cruet-Rubio

Therapist

Virtual • California


Life can feel heavy sometimes—uncertain, overwhelming, and out of balance in ways that are hard to put into words. If you’ve been carrying a lot on your own, it makes sense that reaching out for support might feel difficult, even vulnerable. I want you to know that those feelings are understood, and you are not alone in them.

You don’t have to figure everything out by yourself. I’m here to gently walk alongside you as you begin to take those first steps—at your pace, in your way. Whether you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or simply tired, this can be a space where you’re allowed to just be, without pressure or judgment.

I approach therapy with warmth, care, and deep respect for your unique story. Together, we’ll create a space where you can feel safe enough to express yourself openly, explore what’s been weighing on your heart, and begin to reconnect with yourself and the relationships that matter most to you.

With extensive experience working with adults, I tailor each session to your needs, honoring where you are while gently supporting where you want to go. Healing doesn’t have to happen all at once—and you don’t have to do it alone.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ankita Mohanty

Ankita Mohanty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a queer, 1.5 generation Indian American ciswoman who has spent many years engaged in my own inner work.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Joanna Bosque

Joanna Bosque

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a collaborative process that stems from a safe, caring, and authentic relationship that allows you to explore your feelings and thoughts without feeling judged.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Weili Lin

Weili Lin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)... these models closely align with my ideals in healing emotional wounds.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dino Koutsolioutsos

Dino Koutsolioutsos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with my clients as I talk with my friends. I am honest, I try to help them, as I would a friend, and I try to support them in their life path, no matter what that path is.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Morgan Link

Morgan Link

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My ultimate goal is to offer you support and a deep understanding that uncovers the root causes of your challenges.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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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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