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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,024 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.

CJ Sanchez

CJ Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My diverse background enables me to provide compassionate, culturally responsive care that fosters resilience and healing.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Reyes

Cindy Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, calm, and supportive I believe you are the expert in your own life, and I'm here to walk alongside you as you reach your goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Aaron Kellogg

Aaron Kellogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Valencia, CA


“Aaron believes life-changing therapy stems from the union of evidence-based practices appropriately applied to client's lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Beltrano

Michael Beltrano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My communication style is transparent and collaborative... create an open, understanding, and warm environment and tone when working with patients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eve Nadel

Eve Nadel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I have dedicated my career to helping clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shiva Banafti

Shiva Banafti

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is grounded in a human-centered, trauma-informed approach, and one of my greatest strengths is the quality of therapeutic relationships I build with clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janelle Raynor

Janelle Raynor

Therapist

Virtual • California


As an experienced therapist specializing in trauma, I partner with clients on their journey toward authentic living and deep healing. We combine evidence-based Western psychology with Eastern wisdom traditions to create lasting transformation.

I work well with sensitive, creative, and high achieving women who have experienced significant trauma and grief. Many of my clients experience anger, mood swings, emotional distress, and loss of "self". These women might identify as neurodivergent later in life.

Core areas: Complex/intergenerational trauma recovery; neurodivergent women; patterns of abuse and re-victimization; religious trauma; psycho-spiritual development and integration; self-worth/authentic identity work; life transitions, and personal growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marissa Melhuse

Marissa Melhuse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“My goal is to meet you exactly where you are, offering practical tools, fresh perspectives, and compassionate support to help ease the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeremey Sulker-Hall

Jeremey Sulker-Hall

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand the unique challenge that can be opening up to someone about personal thoughts, unprocessed emotions, experiences that cause suffering.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Judy Hails

Judy Hails

Therapist

Virtual • Huntington Beach, CA


My practice focuses on treating individuals with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have been in private practice for 8 years. My education includes a Master's degree in psychology. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erin Hayden

Erin Hayden

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Erin, a licensed therapist who specializes in working with people who want to deepen confidence in themselves and their futures. The origins of the word 'confidence' come from roots that mean, “with trust." If you're uncertain about your direction, are feeling lonely, or are moving through a difficult season like a move or a breakup, therapy can offer a space to transform confusion into understanding and restore that sense of trust in your life.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hazel Layson

Hazel Layson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I am especially passionate about supporting underserved communities and helping clients feel seen, respected, and empowered in their care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fidelia Onyejekwe

Fidelia Onyejekwe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore what's been weighing on you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rose Rodriguez

Rose Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • La Mesa, CA


“I am deeply passionate about supporting individuals through major life transitions, including all the complexities that arise on the journey to parenthood.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Khadra Yusuf

Khadra Yusuf

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that mental health treatment works best when patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jasmin Boyd

Jasmin Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“I approach therapy with kindness, grace, and at your pace. I know that every client is different and has their individual needs.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Anne Winfrey

Dr. Anne Winfrey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, patient-centered, and evidence-based care. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported. Together, we develop personalized treatment plans focused on your goals, well-being, and long-term mental health.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Boikanyo Tlhong

Dr. Boikanyo Tlhong

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“With CBT approach to psychotherapy, you will learn skills to examin how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences, and learn how to change your circumstances.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Saldana

Ashley Saldana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that healing begins with feeling truly heard and accepted, so I focus on building a safe, trusting connection from the start.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ismael De Guzman

Ismael De Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have particular experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, men of color, and survivors of sexual trauma or intimate partner violence.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana (Didi) Orozco

Diana (Didi) Orozco

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a safe enough space where you can show up exactly as you are—tears, laughter, uncertainty, and all.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ifeoma Nweke

Ifeoma Nweke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Torrance, CA


“I take the time to understand my patients' needs and concerns, and I work with them to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their individual needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Roger Grossman

Roger Grossman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I AM NOT THE SMILE AND NOD THERAPIST. I roll up my sleeves and get in there with you. I have a great BS detector.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alejandra Girelli

Alejandra Girelli

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is not simply to help you feel better in the moment, but to support meaningful, lasting change that allows you to live more fully and intentionally.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chenxi Mia Yang

Chenxi Mia Yang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Mia provides thoughtful, collaborative care that integrates evidence-based medication management, psychoeducation, and supportive strategies tailored to each client's needs and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Balogun

Victoria Balogun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I will actively listen to patients and allow patients to express themselves. We'll work together to decide on the best treatment plan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jessica Garofalo

Dr. Jessica Garofalo

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in nervous system and identity rebirth. I have been helping clients for over 15 years...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Winnie Lee

Winnie Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, heard, and understood. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself, explore what's holding you back, and build the tools to create lasting change.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alina Halonen

Alina Halonen

Therapist

Virtual • West Hollywood, CA


“Having navigated my own recovery and healing journey, I know that insight alone doesn't always create change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Herrera

Maria Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see therapy as a collaboration between the therapist and the client. You are the expert in your life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Gordana Brabson

Dr. Gordana Brabson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a holistic, flexible, and evidence-based approach. This ensures that I can develop a framework that is broad enough to provide consistency across client's various issues, yet adaptable enough to meet client's specific needs.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emily Martinez

Emily Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You deserve relationships that feel intentional, values-aligned, and genuinely fulfilling—not just in theory, but in practice.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Charlene Azonwu

Charlene Azonwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gardena, CA


“Calm, empathetic, Listening to patients and providing the best quality care including the use of medication management.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Crystal Anderson-Shrieves

Crystal Anderson-Shrieves

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Working with me means working with someone who genuinely believes that the most powerful thing you can do is decide you're worth showing up for.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeff J Garcia

Jeff J Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space in both English and Spanish where you can feel truly heard and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gurpreet Chahil

Gurpreet Chahil

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed, creating a space where you can explore your experiences without judgment.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bianca Hur

Dr. Bianca Hur

Psychologist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I believe that each person ultimately has the power within themselves to find their solutions, and I walk along side them on the path of self-empowerment.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Maryann Reuter

Dr. Maryann Reuter

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I balance my care and compassion for you with asking deep and direct questions to support you seeing things differently than you have before.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luke Barrett

Luke Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Luke's clients will always have a specific plan for how to work towards their goals and they will be supported to make progress every session.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Steven Sherry

Steven Sherry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a strength based approach, where we not only explore the issues that brought you to therapy, but we explore how to expand the things that bring you joy and happiness.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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 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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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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