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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,029 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.

Susan Maxfield

Susan Maxfield

Therapist

Virtual • California


Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alisa Lopez

Alisa Lopez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lompoc, CA


Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariana Gonzalez Torres

Mariana Gonzalez Torres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Visalia, CA


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.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kathryn Taylor

Kathryn Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Laura Belknap

Laura Belknap

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Passionate about providing compassionate, supportive, and empowering mental health care to all individuals, particularly children, adolescents, and those who have severe mental illness and/or are grieving.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Susan Clark

Susan Clark

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sean O'Connor

Sean O'Connor

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Ojai, CA


Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dawn Ebner

Dawn Ebner

Therapist

Virtual • Northridge, CA


Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karina Valdez

Karina Valdez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


“Working as a clinician and social worker for over 20 years, I have had the honor to witness the power of Truth in a transformative nature.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marla Pitzek

Marla Pitzek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Roche-Sheets

Jennifer Roche-Sheets

Therapist

Virtual • California


Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christina Jauregui

Christina Jauregui

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Visalia, CA


“I've been providing mental health services for 10+ years to children, adolescents, adults, and families in a variety of settings.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Farhat

Linda Farhat

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westlake Village, CA


I deeply enjoy the work I get to do. I have been helping individuals and couples find healing, connection and a sense of purpose, for over 15 years as a Marriage and Family Therapist.

Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Temple

Lisa Temple

Therapist

Virtual • California


ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Cappelletti

Jennifer Cappelletti

Therapist

In-person • Kentfield, CA


Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annalise Oatman

Annalise Oatman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Annalise! I, like Nick Cave, believe there is nothing more valuable than beauty or love. I am very much myself with clients: no airs, no pretense.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aimee Ashley

Aimee Ashley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma-informed clinician in California, Colorado, and New Mexico. I am a certified counselor in Grief, Loss & Trauma and Applied Forensic Psychology.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Capeto

Kathryn Capeto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been trained in CBT, psychodynamic, attachment theory, and working with clients who experience severe mental health issues such as psychosis and suicidal ideation.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deborah Reisfeld

Deborah Reisfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“During the first session, clients be invited into a welcoming environment centered on safety and trust.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Christopher Norris

Dr. Christopher Norris

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I integrate many different therapy approaches in my practice (e.g., FAP, CBT, ACT, DBT, PET, CBT-TI, SF).”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Graciela Real

Graciela Real

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach aims to be supportive of your needs. As a client, you will guide me through your fear, emotions, and distress.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lindsay Elizondo

Dr. Lindsay Elizondo

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe it is through relationship that we are fundamentally changed, and the door to which ongoing growth lies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Godinez

Diana Godinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a practicing Licensed Marriage and Family therapist for the past nine years I have continue to work with children, adults, families and couples within the community.

I have Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family therapy from Pepperdine and a Bachelor Degree in Psychology from University of California, Davis. I have experience working with Anger Management groups, Domestic Violence groups, Individual Couples, Children and Family therapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Limon Arredondo

Jennifer Limon Arredondo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide trauma-informed, compassionate care to new and expecting mothers facing challenges such as anxiety and depression.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rachel Coleman

Rachel Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • Mission Viejo, CA


“I love helping people learn to understand themselves by utilizing inner child, Internal Family Systems, and creative analogies so they can find their true self.”
Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ike Uzowulu

Ike Uzowulu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


The past is a good place to visit but certainly not a place to stay

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Adedute Gbadehan

Dr. Adedute Gbadehan

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“I approach each individual as a unique person—not just a set of symptoms—and believe that everyone deserves healing, compassion, and a second chance.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephen Magill

Stephen Magill

Therapist

Virtual • California


Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, or a parent hoping to support your child through a difficult season? I specialize in supporting teens, adults, couples, and families through life changes, relationship concerns, and emotional challenges. My primary focus is working with teens and individual adults who want support without judgment. I also work with children and families, drawing on nearly 15 years of experience in private practice, residential and psychiatric care, and family courts. I believe therapy works best when we build trust, listen closely, and focus on what matters to you.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Izabella Zitney

Izabella Zitney

Therapist

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“My approach is personalized and integrative, I draw from cognitive behavioral, attachment-based, psychodynamic, humanistic, and art therapy techniques...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sharon Chan

Sharon Chan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mission Viejo, CA


Hello! My name is Sharon Chan and I've have over 14 years of experience. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression and trauma. I also have experience working with the highly sensitive person.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Montana Knapp

Montana Knapp

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a therapist I have worked extensively with eating disorders as well as all aspects of maternal mental health, from infertility and miscarriage to pregnancy and postpartum.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sophie Davis-Cohen

Sophie Davis-Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Psychotherapy is a collaborative relationship dedicated to your growth, focused on your goals, and fueled by curiosity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Courtney Roushion

Courtney Roushion

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“My approach is therapy should be client centered and feel like a normal conversation between two people.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lynn Ervin

Lynn Ervin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together, we will gently and compassionately explore and identify the barriers that stand between you and your vision of a healthy fulfilling life while learning to mobilize your existing strengths to overcome these barriers.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kaitlin Olson

Kaitlin Olson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I primarily use an attachment approach in therapy, which focuses on exploring my client's past to understand more about why they engage in certain maladaptive behaviors, today, so they can break their unhealthy patterns and develop healthier ones.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Colin Ziegler

Colin Ziegler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Results driven; I believe every minute of our time counts, so you can expect a style that is direct, concise, gimmick-free, and with no frills to interfere with the authenticity of our exchange.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Monique Kennedy

Monique Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, challenging, and empowering, focused on equipping clients with the tools they need to navigate life more effectively.”
Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yas Fani

Yas Fani

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As an Iranian immigrant who has also lived in Mexico, I bring cultural sensitivity and lived experience to my work.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicolette Mullins

Nicolette Mullins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


I have a bachelors in religious studies from the University of Kentucky. I grew up in Kentucky and moved to California to train in marital and family therapy. I am queer affirming and culturally-sensitive. I am sex-worker positive.

Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Transgender issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Qi

Sharon Qi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love help clients who have autism, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, or depression at age of teenage, young adults, or midlife age...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 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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