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Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,427 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.

Cathy Diaz

Cathy Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you understand your emotional world and build a foundation for meaningful, lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andy Nguyen

Andy Nguyen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I notice themes and repetitions in thoughts, feelings, and actions but I don't treat my perception of those as absolute.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sheila London

Sheila London

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I join easily with my clients, help them feel safe in my office and provide a warm environment to go beneath the surface and discover themselves.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angela Coady

Angela Coady

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. I believe healing begins through connection, and I strive to build a therapeutic relationship that helps you better understand yourself, navigate life's challenges, and create lasting change.

My experience spans crisis intervention, individual counseling, and a variety of therapeutic settings, giving me a broad foundation to draw from. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I meet each client where they are and tailor therapy to their unique needs, goals, and strengths.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Heidi Schlig

Heidi Schlig

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal with every client I encounter is to allow them to believe that they are not alone in their journey and can walk through with someone along their side.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christian Noel Evangelista

Christian Noel Evangelista

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to be fully present with my patients by listening closely and truly empathizing with their concerns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ana Reed

Ana Reed

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe you are the expert of your own life experience. Through a patient-centered approach, we'll build a collaborative and dynamic partnership...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bree Martin

Bree Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I'm Bree Martin, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #163961) with over eight years of behavioral health experience, including four years as a substance use counselor before becoming an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Throughout my career, I've worked with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, relationship challenges, life transitions, stress, and emotional overwhelm. My background includes substance use treatment, community mental health, and crisis intervention, where I gained extensive experience helping individuals navigate recovery, co-occurring mental health concerns, and some of life's most difficult moments.

I believe therapy should be a safe, judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, working toward recovery, processing past experiences, or simply feeling stuck, my goal is to help you better understand yourself, develop healthier coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.

Seeking support takes courage, and you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. I'm here to provide a compassionate, collaborative space where healing and growth can happen.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chloé Wei

Chloé Wei

Therapist

Virtual • California


My Website: weiwellbeing.com

Hi, I’m Chloé Wei, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Lic#133073). I believe that at our core, we all have a deep need to be seen, heard, and understood. For the past nine years, my work has been rooted in the belief that the relationship between therapist and client is the most powerful tool for healing.

Whether you are navigating the heavy fog of depression, the exhaustion of new parenthood, or the shifting tides of a major life transition, you don’t have to carry it alone. Together, we will create a space where you can feel safe enough to be authentic, vulnerable, and ultimately, empowered!

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Deborah Dueñas

Deborah Dueñas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Corte Madera, CA


“As an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, I strive to create a safe, inclusive, judgment-free space for clients to explore, heal, and grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sheridan Henderson

Sheridan Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe in your ability to grow, heal, change. I ask you to be real, and I am real in return. I talk truth. I listen. I cuss sometimes. I crack jokes.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Amanda Alonzo

Dr. Amanda Alonzo

Therapist

Virtual • La Verne, CA


“With 22 years of mental health expertise and a background as a veteran and mental health specialist, I specialize in trauma, neurodiversity, Autism, Veterans, depression, anxiety, and PTSD.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Billings

Christina Billings

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from the belief that healing occurs when clients feel safe, understood, and empowered, especially those navigating complex or high-acuity mental health concerns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dennis Olsen

Dennis Olsen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone has a unique story, and I'm passionate about helping clients explore their past, understand their present, and create the future they want for themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nellie McCarty

Nellie McCarty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and relationship-focused, creating a space where clients feel supported as they navigate challenges and work toward meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Komalpreet Aulakh

Komalpreet Aulakh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered, with a strong emphasis on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for healing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adedayo Adebisi

Adedayo Adebisi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jasleen Gill

Jasleen Gill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is one of the best, life-altering, and transformational things you can do for yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Holland

Kimberly Holland

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I bring a genuine, curious, compassionate sometimes humorous presence to my work, grounded in meaningful life experience and an understanding of how complex and challenging life can be.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clarence Johnson

Clarence Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am deeply attuned to the intersections of race, identity, and mental health, creating a safe, affirming space for healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Zatyko

Jill Zatyko

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to build a strong therapeutic bond with you so that we can discover your strengths together and use those to live a happy and healthy life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Noah Hass-Cohen

Dr. Noah Hass-Cohen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am a psychologist and professor who uses research supported positive psychology, solution focused and creative arts therapies psychotherapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, OCD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Madison Lawrence

Madison Lawrence

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In our work together, I provide a warm and supportive space where you can feel truly seen and understood, make sense of your patterns, and explore the deeper meaning of your life while also developing practical skills to manage daily challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cylest Lyles

Cylest Lyles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and person-centered, often using CBT and creative coping strategies to help clients better understand their thoughts and emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bonnie Gordon

Bonnie Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively with clients, and firmly believe that clients are the experts on their own lived experience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Hendrickson

Heather Hendrickson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a particular interest in supporting women who are strong, tired, and sick of being told to "practice gratitude."”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christina Duffy

Christina Duffy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want you to leave each session feeling like you gained something useful—whether that's a new way of looking at a situation, a tool you can use right away, or a clearer plan for moving forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
C. Eric Erlenbush

C. Eric Erlenbush

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use practical, evidence-based tools to help reduce anxiety and stress through structured, collaborative work rather than talk alone.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mona Dow

Mona Dow

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful change happens in a safe, supportive, and authentic therapeutic relationship.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stefanie Heim

Stefanie Heim

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy works best when we build a strong and trusting relationship - one where you feel seen, understood, and empowered.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lizbeth Benavides

Lizbeth Benavides

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and resilience, regardless of where they are in their journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephen Papaleo

Dr. Stephen Papaleo

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have been in practice for 40+ years and hold both Masters and Doctorate degrees in the Clinical Practice of psychotherapy and assessment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Malvaez

Rachel Malvaez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a respectful and open-hearted approach to my work, and I believe that each person is the expert of their own life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Grace Nelson

Grace Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


My approach to clients is to see them both as individuals and also within the systems they operate in: familial, community, work-related, societal, or other. I help clients address personal issues in the context of their interpersonal relationships. I strive to support my clients in bringing to light their impact on others, and others’ impact on them while giving clients the skills to heal relational wounds and build healthier, meaningful connections. I work to help her clients connect with their values and find joy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Thai Le

Dr. Thai Le

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges. Seeking help can feel like a big step, but it's also a powerful one. I offer a collaborative and nonjudgemental space for discovering strengths and with helping you feel empowered.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Farrah Jallalvandi

Farrah Jallalvandi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I want to empower my patients to understand and treat their conditions with a holistic patient-center approach.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Maternal mental health
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephanie McVea

Dr. Stephanie McVea

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in respect for each person's unique story.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yvette Loredo

Yvette Loredo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about empowering my clients with the tools to reclaim their inner peace, power, and joy.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gail Kakishita

Gail Kakishita

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy works best when the connection between the client and therapist is genuine & strong.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danevia Rhone

Danevia Rhone

Therapist

Virtual • California


Some things you've been carrying for so long they've started to feel like part of who you are. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults who are navigating trauma, grief, loss, and the weight of experiences that don't just go away on their own. People of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, socioeconomic situations, gender expressions, and sexual orientations find a real home in my practice, including folks within the LGBTQIA+ community. Clients often tell me they feel genuinely heard in a way they haven't before.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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 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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