Find a therapist in California — covered by insurance
Top therapists in California accepting new patients
Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,434 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. Kundu is board-certified in General Adult Psychiatry and board eligible for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Dr. Kundu has trained in diverse academic and clinical settings in both India and the US, starting
her journey as a mental health counselor & case manager in Illinois, obtaining her master’s
degree in vocational rehabilitation and mental health counseling. She then moved to New York,
where she obtained her master degree in public health from NYU, followed by starting her
General Psychiatry residency at Harlem Hospital Center, affiliated with Columbia University
Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. She then relocated to Charlottesville, VA, where
she completed her first year of fellowship in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry followed by
her second year of fellowship training at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Dr. Kundu joined her outpatient tele-medicine psychiatry practice in 2025 and currently welcomes new patients. She is experienced in working with a diverse range of patient populations, including adults,
children, and adolescents from various cultural backgrounds. She is well‐versed in medication
management and psychotherapy, with a focus on individualized, evidence-based practice in
outpatient settings. She is experienced in Cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy and Parent
Management Training.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and licensed professional clinical counselor. I have worked mostly treating trauma, specifically sexual abuse, both adults and children.
About our therapists serving California
- 98%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 82%Relationship issues
- 79%Trauma
- 98%Aetna
- 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 76%Cigna
- 75%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 66%Blue Shield of California
- 97%English
- 17%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 1%Mandarin
- 1%Hindi
- 89%Online only
- 11%In-person or online
- 1%In-person only
- 80%Woman
- 19%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 48%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 7%Clinical Psychologist
- 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 6%Nurse Practitioner
- 100%Individual therapy
- 37%Family therapy
- 23%Couples therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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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