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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,018 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.

Alma Rodriguez

Alma Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe therapy is most effective when you feel accepted, understood, and empowered. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself while also feeling challenged to grow. I meet clients where they are, recognizing that everyone comes to therapy with unique experiences, strengths, and goals.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Danielle Emerson

Danielle Emerson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


After working 15+ years as an RN I am so excited to be making a difference as a provider of mental healthcare. Working from home allows me to offer better calendar flexibility to accommodate different schedules and to take care of my aging dogs at home!

I am compassionate and empathetic and here to help you reach your goals and become the best version of yourself.

During my training I worked primarily in community behavioral health. It is my goal to beneficially serve the community and provide support to those who need it while hoping to reduce barriers and stigmas that prevent people from getting the care they really need and deserve. Access is for everyone and I want to be a beacon of that message.

I have a certificate in Spanish for Healthcare Providers and as soon as I become a little more fluent I will be able to extend my services, accurately, into a second language.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
John Kane

John Kane

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe in just sitting and nodding. With 25 years of experience in clinical practice and wilderness programs, I provide a grounded, direct space for change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Lopez

Stephanie Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Zanaeya Fitts

Zanaeya Fitts

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients understand how past experiences and attachment patterns continue to influence their present-day emotions, relationships, and sense of self.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amaka Iheaka

Amaka Iheaka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am Amaka Iheaka, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 8 years of inpatient mental health experience. My path in mental health began as a mental health worker and progressed through nursing and leadership roles, including charge nurse and house supervisor. That's given me broad experience with a wide range of mental health needs. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and veterans from diverse backgrounds and provide comprehensive initial psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and psychotherapy. My treatment areas include anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, PTSD, trauma, grief, stress, and relationship and family concerns, with an interest in women's mental health. I'm passionate about helping people understand their mental health and feel empowered to take an active role in their care.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Bijan Amirshahi

Bijan Amirshahi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice emphasizes on helping clients resolve immediate situations, while healing from difficult life experiences and developing strong personal and intimate relationships.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chika Agulanna

Chika Agulanna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Fresno, CA


“Chika's treatment approach is rooted in evidence based practice utilizing medication and psychotherapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alan Murray

Alan Murray

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing, and I will be honored to walk that journey with you.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monica Basquez

Monica Basquez

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change.”
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rosemarie Dahlstrom

Rosemarie Dahlstrom

Therapist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I integrate attachment-based work, CBT, and nervous system regulation to help you not just understand your patterns but actually shift them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Thompson

Katie Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand no two individuals are the same, and I tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Akeberet Tesfasilase

Akeberet Tesfasilase

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


YOUR story matters, YOUR healing matters. I'm here to support YOU! I bring 27 years of experience in mental health and psychiatry, with a strong commitment to compassionate, individualized care. I earned my master's degree from UCLA and completed my PMHNP training at National University. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and cared for,

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marissa Torres

Marissa Torres

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Currently facilitate group psychotherapy with the Young Adult population, as well as conduct structured CPT treatment for patients diagnosed with PTSD.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adrian Camacho

Adrian Camacho

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on empathy, listening, and using evidence-based techniques to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alan Tokosch

Alan Tokosch

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“The goal is to become less controlled by it and to be able to experience uncertainty, discomfort, or intrusive thoughts without automatically changing your life to make those feelings go away.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nicole Mantegna

Dr. Nicole Mantegna

Psychologist

Virtual • Mission Viejo, CA


I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationship challenges. If you're seeking more short-term coping, we can explore the patterns shaping your experiences to support lasting, meaningful change. My approach is trauma-informed and attachment focused - always guided by your goals. Therapy is a warm, collaborative space where we process experiences, strengthen communication, and build more secure, fulfilling relationships.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Patience Morikang

Dr. Patience Morikang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tracy, CA


“I take a holistic and individualized approach to care, tailoring treatment plans to each person's unique needs, symptoms, and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jonathan Vazquez

Jonathan Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Glendora, CA


“My approach is relational and experiential, drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and experiential therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sabrina Griswold

Sabrina Griswold

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, conversational, and down-to-earth. I'm not the kind of therapist who will sit silently and nod for an hour.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tim Holtzman

Tim Holtzman

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“My style is warm, gentle, and highly collaborative. I regularly check in to see how our work is landing and what approaches feel most helpful.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trung Ngo

Trung Ngo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm especially passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to provide inclusive, affirming care to every client, regardless of their identity or orientation!”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ginger Moyer

Ginger Moyer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have 20 years experience in mental health. I hold a Master's degree in Psychology as a Marriage and Family therapist.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Helma Jafari

Helma Jafari

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am deeply committed to supporting individuals in reconnecting with themselves, healing, and growing in meaningful ways.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Colette Kenny Verdes

Colette Kenny Verdes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to meet you with care, compassion, and steady support, and to offer a space where your experiences can be processed and honored.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Louisa Gluck

Louisa Gluck

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Rosa, CA


LMFT, MA in Counseling Psychology from CIIS

Somatic oriented, Humanistic

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shea Lowery

Shea Lowery

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and EMDR. I also interweave creative elements, including dreamwork, spiritual practices and expressive arts.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Meghan Fuller

Dr. Meghan Fuller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Oakland, CA


“My work is grounded in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches, with careful attention to development, attachment, trauma, and the complexity of each individual's inner life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Janis Powell

Janis Powell

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach is collaborative. We will work together to increase insight, change beliefs you have about yourself, others, & the world to produce positive, lasting change.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Grace Trueblood

Grace Trueblood

Therapist

Virtual • California


Are you ready to create a life worth living? I take a collaborative compassionate approach to help people work through trauma and manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges that may stand in the way of their goals. It’s always possible to learn new ways of thinking and behaving to live more effectively. I offer a safe, respectful space where you can share your experiences and begin to heal. Together, we’ll work toward improving your daily life and building the future you want.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adrian Rodriguez

Adrian Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I invite curiosity and an integration of compassion to our work together. I use a mix of evidence based therapy tools such as EMDR and Unified Protocol...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jake Ferrante

Jake Ferrante

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy isn't about giving you the answers—it's about guiding you to find them within yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa De La O

Lisa De La O

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, thoughtful space where clients feel understood, respected, and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mallory Thysell

Mallory Thysell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet each client exactly where they are in their healing journey, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Estella Lerlo

Dr. Estella Lerlo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work focuses on helping clients understand how early relationships shape their emotional patterns and sense of self.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanya Fernandez

Tanya Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Redlands, CA


“I believe deep down we all have the wisdom we need—sometimes we just need a safe, compassionate space to reconnect with it.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Uchenna Ekeabu

Uchenna Ekeabu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“Through compassion-focused care, I help individuals reduce self-criticism, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop a healthier relationship with themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Hoang Nguyen

Hoang Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want to build a safe and trusting environment where client can freely express his/her thoughts without being judged...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beachi Park

Beachi Park

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that feeling genuinely understood is an important part of the therapeutic process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachel Melvald

Rachel Melvald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I am a goal-oriented, collaborative, and direct therapist who offers practical tools and reflective insight to help you move forward.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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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