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Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,100 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.

Teresa Vaughn-Davies

Teresa Vaughn-Davies

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • La Habra, CA


“My goal is to build strong, trusting relationships and help every individual feel informed, empowered, and actively engaged in their mental health journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tami Leffler

Tami Leffler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is direct, relatable, and practical. I value honest, clear communication and aim to make concepts easy to understand and apply to everyday life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Monica Lomeli

Monica Lomeli

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to meet you where you are and work together to help you feel supported, understood, and empowered in your journey.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brooke Wahlund

Brooke Wahlund

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide my clients with a safe, non-judgmental space to process their emotions, increase self-awareness, and build upon their strengths...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tamekia Flanngan

Tamekia Flanngan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With a specialized focus on individuals managing chronic medical and mental health conditions, Mika integrates evidence-based strategies, such as CBT, Mindfulness and Solution Focus Therapy...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Daniel Cha

Daniel Cha

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring both professional training and lived wisdom to therapy, aiming to meet clients where they are while supporting them in moving toward growth and resilience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Catherine Nash

Dr. Catherine Nash

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Hi there! My name is Dr. Catherine Nash and I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience supporting adult individuals from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, women’s mental health, and other psychological challenges with a holistic, person-centered approach to therapy, promoting overall health and wellness.

I’ve always been fascinated by the connection between mental health and overall well-being, which led me to pursue a career in psychology. My passion for serving underserved populations grew through experiences in behavioral medicine within an integrated primary care model, where I saw the profound impact of mental health on overall health. Over time, I’ve focused my practice on women’s mental health, addressing trauma, emotional well-being, and co-occurring conditions. I strive to create safe, culturally sensitive spaces where clients can explore, grow, and thrive, with an approach centered on empathy, education, and empowerment.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Weissman

Jennifer Weissman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide clients with the unconditional positive regard we all deserve, as well as real tools (coping skills) for them to apply in the world...”
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darcy Jackson

Darcy Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • California


Originally from Connecticut I moved to California for a new beginning. This has shaped me into a therapist who is compassionate, funny, yet challenging. I use these skills, all while linking solid professional education with personal experience in supporting people to find their inner gifts.

I have a passion for working with those who are justice impacted. I work with adults who experience anxiety, depression, Infertility, grief and loss, and interracial relationship.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christina Rodriguez

Christina Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tulare, CA


You don't have to carry the weight of your past alone.

I'm Christina Rodriguez, LMFT, a Christian therapist who specializes in helping adults heal from trauma, anxiety, and the emotional wounds that continue to affect their relationships, self-worth, and daily life. I believe healing is possible when you have a safe place to process your story with compassion, evidence-based therapy, and if you desire a faith-centered approach rooted in biblical truth.

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cynthia Bradford

Cynthia Bradford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the way we think directly impacts how we feel and behave, and together we work to identify and shift patterns that no longer serve you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Natali

Elizabeth Natali

Therapist

Virtual • California


I support you in achieving your best quality of life as you define "quality of life". I encourage personal growth throughout the life span and will use whatever therapeutic tools available to help you reach your goals. It's never too late to start your journey.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jaquelinne Gonzalez-Ruiz

Jaquelinne Gonzalez-Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and grounded in creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shelan Campbell

Shelan Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe that every individual has the innate capacity for healing.

Hello! I am a dedicated LCSW committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with resilience and clarity. My goal is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and empowered to make meaningful changes. My clinical foundation is built on a rigorous academic path focused on understanding human behavior and holistic well-being. I graduated with a BA in Psychology from La Sierra University and later obtained my MSW from Loma Linda University.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Miranda D'Agostino-Chavez

Miranda D'Agostino-Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and real. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation— one where you feel heard, understood, and supported, but also gently challenged when needed.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Jimenez

Robert Jimenez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Seeking help can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. I'm Robert Jimenez, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience caring for adults from diverse backgrounds. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Together, we'll work to understand what you're experiencing, identify your goals, and develop a treatment plan that supports your long-term well-being. I provide care in both English and Spanish and welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including the LGBTQIA+ community.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nikki Cibrian-Aguilar

Dr. Nikki Cibrian-Aguilar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I especially enjoy supporting Black, Brown, and LGBTQIA+ clients in healing and reconnecting with their authentic selves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathia Millan

Kathia Millan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You will feel a safe, caring, secure, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach where you can feel heard and respected.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Pooneh Asgari

Dr. Pooneh Asgari

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I help clients understand what's driving these patterns and how to change them using ACT and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.”
Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lori Buelna

Lori Buelna

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a compassionate and safe place to review what matters most in order to promote your strength in healing with optimism.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
April Shorters

April Shorters

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work focuses on helping clients understand the patterns that are driving stress and anxiety, while building practical tools that support meaningful, lasting change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Crystal Ortiz

Crystal Ortiz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is caring, collaborative, and centered on creating a safe space where you feel comfortable being yourself.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Pettengill

Sarah Pettengill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a tone for change and transformation. My goal is to work as hard as the client will work, and also give homework to help the client work through thoughts on discussed subjects for more than just an hour a week during our sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kameron Beckett

Kameron Beckett

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, direct and grounded in the belief that every person has strengths they can build on.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tarrisyna Bartley

Dr. Tarrisyna Bartley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm and inviting, which helps to facilitate and build rapport. I use a collaborative and integrative approach, which enables an individualized experience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wei-Yun (Celine) Hsieh

Wei-Yun (Celine) Hsieh

Therapist

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Art Therapist in San Jose, California, who believes healing happens when creativity meets compassion.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Alena Gittens

Dr. Alena Gittens

Psychologist

Virtual • Walnut Creek, CA


“I believe that you have what you need inside of you to not just survive but thrive and it is my job to help you reconnect with it.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Vera Khalitova

Vera Khalitova

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Vera, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help teens, adults, and couples heal from trauma and complex PTSD, regain control over OCD and anxiety, strengthen relationships, and build more fulfilling lives. My style is warm, curious, and direct—with a touch of humor. Together, we'll work toward meaningful, lasting change so you can find greater peace with yourself and in your relationships.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, PTSD
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Earl Johns

Earl Johns

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Because of my lived identities and experiences, I understand the stressors, stigma, and intersectional challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals and other marginalized communities.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 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
DíAndré X

DíAndré X

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am looking forward to working with people one-on-one so they can actually live life to the fullest, no matter who they are, where they come from, or how they choose to live.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rebecca Morris

Rebecca Morris

Therapist

Virtual • California


You don't have to arrive here put together. Whatever you're carrying right now belongs in this space: anxiety, grief, relationship stress, a shifting sense of who you are, or something you haven't quite found words for yet. I work with adults and older adults navigating the full range of what life brings, with a particular passion for supporting BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities and people who are questioning or deconstructing their faith. My work spans trauma, identity, women's issues, OCD, depression, and the anger or sadness that accumulates when you've been holding too much for too long.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Traci Sutton

Traci Sutton

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a firm believer, both personally and professionally, in the power of healing that comes through therapy. I am here to support and to guide you to better understand yourself, your wounds and your patterns in order for you to live an authentic, full life. I work with adults and seniors, drawing on years of experience as a social worker.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristyn Dong

Kristyn Dong

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm especially interested in supporting immigrants, Asian populations, older adults, and families from diverse cultural and immigration backgrounds.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maria Vargas

Maria Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will work with you and empower you to know that your voice is heard; you are seen; and that you matter.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Guadalupe Anaya Cano

Guadalupe Anaya Cano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about creating a supportive and culturally responsive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Zamora

John Zamora

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I embrace an eclectic approach, primarily person-centered and solution-focused, but I am highly adaptable and quick to learn new modalities.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberley Daughton

Kimberley Daughton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have expertise in providing culturally competent care that includes issues of intersectionality and identity.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Timothy McCaskill

Timothy McCaskill

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I'm Tim, nice to meet you. I have the belief that without our heavenly father nothing is possible. My professional background include working for psychiatric hospitals and community agencies since 2011.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jay Howell

Dr. Jay Howell

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I like to engage in a collaborative wholistic approach to therapy with my clients helping them live their best life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 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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