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Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,429 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.

Kulwinder Bhullar

Kulwinder Bhullar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth services throughout California. I believe mental health care should feel supportive, respectful, and tailored to your unique needs.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michael They

Michael They

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Modesto, CA


“I will listen intently and ask questions to learn more about you so I can determine what type of care is most appropriate.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 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
Kelly Miltenberger

Kelly Miltenberger

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work towards recognizing your existing skills and strengths and helping you to expand those into stronger, more adaptable ones to help you achieve your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heather Pesicka

Heather Pesicka

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with adults to address challenges related to finding relief from shame and guilt, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and inner criticism through self compassion and self understanding. I believe in the transformative power of understanding, connection and healing. I have a Master's degree in Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy and have specialized in trauma work.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erica McClincy

Erica McClincy

Therapist

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“We all need a safe place where we can talk about our feelings, free of judgement, with someone we trust.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mitzy Ruelas

Mitzy Ruelas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize the therapeutic relationship. Without a trusting therapeutic relationship, it is nearly impossible for clients to feel safe doing the work.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacina Laney

Jacina Laney

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed care that honors each person's unique experiences and identities.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Glenda Caceres

Glenda Caceres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Simi Valley, CA


“With the help of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, through a trauma-informed lens and humanistic-integrative approach, I assist individuals in identifying tools and skills that can enhance their quality of daily living.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ryan Muldoon

Ryan Muldoon

Therapist

Virtual • Sierra Madre, CA


“In our first session, you can expect a relaxed, conversational space where you don't need to have everything perfectly figured out.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corrin Crain

Corrin Crain

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


I am passionate about the power of the therapeutic process and helping individuals and families find hope and healing. Together, we will set goals and work towards achieving them - all at a pace that works best for you.


I specialize in working with adults, adolescents and families living with depression, anxiety, trauma, and challenges in relationships. I have significant experience working in higher levels of care settings and with folks navigating suicidal ideation and self-harm.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zoot Sax

Zoot Sax

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe me as someone who helps them feel genuinely accepted, free to show up as their full selves, whoever that may be.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kehinde Adedayo

Kehinde Adedayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower you with the tools and strategies needed to enhance your emotional well-being and lead a fulfilling life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Deirdre Devlin

Deirdre Devlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


My counseling style has been described as warm, affirming and genuine, with a strengths-based perspective and occasional touches of humor. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been working in Private Practice as a therapist for 6 years. In the past I've worked with adults who are experiencing the need to make adjustments to life situations, as well as individuals who are requesting help in overcoming anxiety, depression, and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder.

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Vargas

Maria Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I seek to provide my clients with the tools necessary to combat relapses in the future, whether it be to substances, unhealthy behavior or negative thoughts that hold us captive.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
John Viola

John Viola

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Listening empathically and responding compassionately creates a secure base for one's mind to practice wiser consciousness of self, others, and situations...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Paola Leon

Paola Leon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Latina, first generation female who specializes in Children, Teens and Young adults up to 30 yrs old who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, difficulty navigating life transitions, trauma attachment wounds and more.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Aguilar

Robert Aguilar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a bilingual marriage and family therapist with over 40+ years specializing in depression, anxiety and relationship issues.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elsa Pearce

Elsa Pearce

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to collaborate with you to understand the patterns that keep you stuck, helping you realize your power to make the behavioral changes required for a more fulfilling life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Oscar Droege-Sanchez

Oscar Droege-Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is practical and collaborative, using tools like CBT and motivational interviewing to help you better understand patterns and build real-life coping skills.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lane McConnell

Lane McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe successful therapy works best when there is a positive empathetic working relationship between the client & therapist.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Andrew Vandernoot

Dr. Andrew Vandernoot

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My training is from a psychodynamic perspective, offering insight-oriented therapy for adolescents, young adults, and adults seeking help beyond short-term solutions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Akira Olsen

Dr. Akira Olsen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Her therapeutic approach is rooted in psychodynamic principles, while also integrating evidence-based practices.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Natalie Ragus

Natalie Ragus

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help you navigate the challenges you're facing and build the life you want.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Makeda Goodnight

Makeda Goodnight

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fullerton, CA


“Through the work we do together, we will create obtainable goals supporting your mental health, clarity and wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Victor Covarrubias

Victor Covarrubias

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach is grounded in the belief that every patient is unique with unique history, unique relationships, and unique biology.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
John West

John West

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My mission is to help clients undo that sense of aloneness and unworthiness that so often follows us through life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Veronica Williams

Veronica Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I provide a safe, validating space where you are truly heard. My collaborative approach blends person centered and emotionally focused therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carson Jaffrey

Carson Jaffrey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“Grief, desperation, and self-inflicted suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a depth-oriented form of therapy... Together, we explore the connections between your past and present — including processing past trauma and recurring relationship patterns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erica Bruckner

Erica Bruckner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Del Mar, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, and I strive to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Benavidez

Rachel Benavidez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I truly believe that no matter how overwhelmed you feel right now, you are capable of healing. Sometimes, the most important part of the journey is simply having a space where you feel seen, heard, and completely accepted without judgment. Since 2018, I’ve been walking alongside individuals as they navigate the complexities of life, and more recently, I’ve dedicated my practice to supporting parents through the highs and lows of the prenatal and postpartum period. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, or the weight of past trauma, I am here to help you find your way back to yourself.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Coralia Valdez

Coralia Valdez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I am Coralia Valdez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California. I have been working in the mental health field for over 25 years. Throughout my work as therapist, I believe that real change happens when you feel truly heard and supported. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can explore your challenges, discover your strengths, and move toward the life you want.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Nadia Thalji

Dr. Nadia Thalji

Psychologist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive. I integrate psychodynamic, Jungian, trauma-informed, somatic, mindfulness-based, and relational therapies...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jay Ruan

Jay Ruan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I also have lived experience of struggling with my own mental health. This gives me not only knowledge, but also the empathy and different perspective needed to support and guide you on your journey toward restoring your true potential and overall...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary Hebert

Mary Hebert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a clinician I focus on mindfulness and internal growth. My mission is to reach as many people as possible who may be suffering in silence and/or don't feel heard.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Martha Garcia-Enright

Martha Garcia-Enright

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients through difficult times and life transitions to empower them to live their lives to the fullest with the tools necessary to overcome future obstacles or barriers.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
William Haddad

William Haddad

Therapist

Virtual • Monrovia, CA


“I specialize in helping clients from the entertainment industry. I believe in providing a creative awareness approach that is tailored to each person's unique story.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Fales

Erika Fales

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, curiosity, and care into the therapy room, and I'd be honored to walk alongside you in your healing process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Bode

Shannon Bode

Therapist

Virtual • California


I support teens, adults, and families who are navigating life transitions, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, and the lasting impact of difficult or traumatic experiences. Whether you are feeling disconnected from yourself, struggling to break painful relational patterns, or simply trying to find steadiness during a difficult season of life, therapy can become a space where healing and clarity begin to emerge.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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

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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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