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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,042 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.

Dr. Steven Stritt

Dr. Steven Stritt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach my work with a deep sense of compassion, a commitment to your goals, and a practical, solution-focused framework.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aaron Krikorian

Aaron Krikorian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to support deep, lasting change by working through underlying issues that shape current patterns and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Weiss

Jill Weiss

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on helping people find relief from emotional distress to live healthy and fulfilling lives...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kaylee Kryzer

Kaylee Kryzer

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


“Clients have noted they can tell I genuinely enjoy connecting with them, and have emphasized feeling sessions are safe, non-intimidating, accepting, and steady.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Robert Buhrow

Robert Buhrow

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a pragmatic Solution Focus approach to motivate change. Specific Evidence Based skills are taught and practiced.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rosie Portillo Garcia

Rosie Portillo Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own background navigating these challenges deeply informs my work, allowing me to offer compassionate therapy grounded in lived understanding.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ken McNeill

Ken McNeill

Therapist

Virtual • Woodland, CA


“That's why I specialize in treatment based on the powerful science of deep learning to rapidly uncover and resolve the root causes of the inevitable emotional problems and patterns that appear in our lives.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marcas Bradley

Marcas Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you find out that your life, your situation, does not leave you with only one choice... but that you have choices.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kelsey Henry

Kelsey Henry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel truly seen and supported while also gaining the skills to create lasting change.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Rockman

David Rockman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over a decade of clinical experience—and three years conducting sleep research at NASA Ames—I bring both compassion and scientific insight into the therapy room.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Janet Distefan

Janet Distefan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Warm, engaging, solution-focused, with specializations in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and general mental health issues.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christine Dinh-O'dell

Christine Dinh-O'dell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in work/life burnout, anxiety, stress, depression, crisis, grief, and perinatal/postpartum depression (having gone through it twice myself).”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rachel Dehlan

Rachel Dehlan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Fresno, CA


“I predominantly use an Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach or "Parts work". I am passionate about helping YOU learn how to heal the parts of yourself that may have gotten stuck along the way.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mackenzie Theis

Mackenzie Theis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive space where all clients feel heard and respected, with a strong focus on supporting minority populations.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tara Beach

Tara Beach

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will always be me and believe that this helps people feel safe when building a connection with me, a human being rather than a blank slate expert.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Isabel KBurg

Dr. Isabel KBurg

Psychologist

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“I pay attention not only to symptoms, but also to the patterns underneath them: how you relate to yourself, how you connect with other people...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Taisha Torres

Taisha Torres

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be honest and supported enough to try something different.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Nora Katz

Nora Katz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that as human beings we heal in connection with others. Therapy is a place where you can show up authentically and be met with compassion and understanding.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Morris

Jacqueline Morris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I customize the treatment plan based on each client's specific needs and utilize many therapeutic modalities to help support and treat my clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robert Bowman

Robert Bowman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been practicing for 31 years. I have worked with just about every mental health diagnosis and a very diverse population of clients.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rajinder Kaur

Rajinder Kaur

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I combine psychiatric medication management with psychoeducation to help clients understand their diagnosis and treatment options.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marisol Lopez

Marisol Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already carrying a heavy load. One thing for sure, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

In my practice, I work extensively with college students, athletes, young adults and adults across various stages of life. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, performance pressure, injury recovery, burnout, and complex questions around identity and self-worth.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my core mission is to support you through life's most challenging moments so you can step fully into the best version of yourself. Therapy isn't just about managing symptoms, it’s about discovering your strengths, building resilience, and creating a life that feels authentic and aligned with who you are.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara DMello Kamath

Tara DMello Kamath

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


Hello! I’m Tara D'Mello Kamath, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families heal and grow. Originally from India, I lived in Singapore before moving to San Diego, where I earned my Bachelor’s in Psychology. I later completed my Master’s in Couples and Family Therapy at Drexel University, where I deepened my passion for social justice and healing work.Starting therapy takes courage, and I’m honored to support you on your journey. If my approach resonates with you, reach out—I’d love to connect!

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Patricia Cunningham

Patricia Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a holistic approach that address mind, body and soul. We are more than the roles we play and sometimes our core self is struggling to break free.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lucia Palacios Ponce

Lucia Palacios Ponce

Therapist

Virtual • California


There may be times when you wish you had someone who truly listens, deeply and without judgment. Let me be that person for you. I work with adults across California on anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, family and relationship strain, stress, and the pressures that come with new motherhood. I also support women, transgender clients, and people navigating cultural and identity questions, in English or in Spanish. Whatever you are facing right now, I am here to help you move toward the next chapter of your life with clarity and confidence. Together, we will honor your unique story and set clear, achievable goals that actually feel within reach.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Kelly Dorsey

Dr. Kelly Dorsey

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the healing power of relationships. The core of my approach is in working relationally and providing a warm, empathic space...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Meoshea Moss

Meoshea Moss

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is supportive, practical, and collaborative. I incorporate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, coping-skills development, and trauma-informed care while...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sade' Patterson

Sade' Patterson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Her clients describe her as an authentic, compassionate, and encouraging therapist who educates, provides a safe space for them to express themselves, and be understood.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Deborah Bauman

Deborah Bauman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California, and have extensive experience in the mental health field. I have a strong and diverse background working both with veterans at the VA, and entertainment industry clients at the Entertainment Community Fund. I have been in private practice for the past several years. I enjoy helping adults at different stages to navigate life transitions and challenges. If you are a college student entering adulthood needing support, a young adult in your 20s or 30s trying to forge your path, or an older adult adjusting to retirement, I can offer skills, insight and a helping hand to empower your personal growth. I can work with you on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems and chronic health conditions, and also have specialized training to help you process trauma and address PTSD, often stemming from childhood and family experiences.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Gilliam

Alicia Gilliam

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about helping others take courageous steps to process life's losses, uncertainties and struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Sarkissian

Christine Sarkissian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In therapy, we identify and process the root causes of childhood trauma and together, we learn new adaptive ways of thinking, feeling and behaving.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues, OCD
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Dias

Rebecca Dias

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a compassionate, steady presence to the therapy space and believe in meeting each person where they are.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rhonda Sloan

Rhonda Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, strength-based and rooted in the belief that you already carry the resources you need - sometimes we just need to uncover them together.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tahira Mitchell

Tahira Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is relational, depth-oriented, and grounded in attachment and family systems work.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michelle Balke

Michelle Balke

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I conduct a thorough intake at the first appointment and also provide tips, techniques, and resources to support the client in feeling better...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Paul Fisher

Dr. Paul Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is direct, but it comes from a place of care and compassion. My calm demeanor helps clients feel at ease and promotes trust.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Nicholson

Sarah Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“I practice a compassionate, but realistic view and empower you to take steps towards getting your unmet needs fulfilled.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chioma Ahaiwe

Dr. Chioma Ahaiwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“We listen, empathize and acknowledge your concerns. We utilize biopsychosocial model in all our assessments, evaluations and evidence-based practice for a better patient outcome.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bernadette Guidry

Bernadette Guidry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a holistic perspective to therapy and enjoy helping individuals find their inner strength and wisdom to heal from pain, manage their stress, improve their relationships, and cultivate joy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
La Tara Carter

La Tara Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been in private practice since 2006 in TX and 2025 in CA.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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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