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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 9,064 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.

Pamela Highfill

Pamela Highfill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in helping clients recognize their strengths while creating a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space for growth.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ileana Gallegos

Ileana Gallegos

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual therapist who is passionate about facilitating the healing process by collaborating with you to assist you with your goals. I strongly believe in creating safe spaces for clients without judgement.


Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Dr. Tameeza Samji

Dr. Tameeza Samji

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I help people tap into their ability to understand themselves and those close to them, and communicate with love and respect.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yvette Jackson

Yvette Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage & family Therapist, as well as a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor. I offer a safe place where individuals are able to begin their therapeutic healing journey. My desire is to be a vehicle to facilitate the healing process for individuals.

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrea Jordan

Andrea Jordan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and disease management coordinator with a background in psychiatric care and medical care.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Robin Avery

Dr. Robin Avery

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“She teaches you skills to help you cope with what cannot be changed, and offers new, positive ways to perceive, act, and experience yourself and your reality that can be a wellspring of growth, positivity, and personal life enhancement.”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erin Brand

Erin Brand

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy, grounded in trust and open communication.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christian Thompson

Christian Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with teens and young adults (ages 15–25) who are navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, suicidal thoughts, and self-injury.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Ramon, CA


“I build up a therapeutic rapport quickly with every client as change happens through this genuine and meaningful connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Donna Richards

Donna Richards

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I enjoy supporting clients as they discover a path that is unique to them and that creates connections in relationships and community.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anita Perry

Anita Perry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and integrative, incorporating elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, and mindfulness practices.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ermelinda Garza

Ermelinda Garza

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello,

I’m Ermelinda, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10+ years of experience in providing therapy to adults, children, and adolescents. Do you feel stuck, tired, and not being able to function in your daily life? Are you struggling to balance work, relationships, and life? Many times, we experience loss, grief, anxiety, stress, and depression. I look forward to helping you in your journey to healing. Life is hard and sometimes all you need is just a push.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Deana Medina

Deana Medina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am eager to bring in self love techniques in therapy, along with my ability to adapt effectively with diverse populations.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Hernandez

Jessica Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I truly believe that everyone deserves a safe and supportive environment to explore their emotions, process trauma, and manage day-to-day stressors.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karina Bravo

Karina Bravo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, compassionate, and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Paul Jaffe

Paul Jaffe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grass Valley, CA


“My approach is warm, incisive, and encouraging of your strengths, as I believe your strengths are the best lens with which to see and lift-up your weaknesses.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Anissa Robinson

Anissa Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The beginning is warm and validating and with trust we can build to facing hard truths with some laughs mixed in.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jaspreet Takhar

Jaspreet Takhar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“She provides compassionate and holistic care to support patients in working towards their mental health goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cierra Whatley

Cierra Whatley

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe people know what they actually need in order to be happy, my role is to help you to tap into that wisdom.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Nash

Thomas Nash

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I seek to provide a collaborative, judgment free environment where individuals can heal from the challenges and hardships that life dishes out.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esmeralda Garcia

Esmeralda Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe space to process your thoughts where you will be asked difficult questions and will be supported to grow and explore options.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Verenice Rivera

Verenice Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe deeply in the power of therapy as a path toward growth, healing, and greater self-understanding.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shrein Bahrami

Shrein Bahrami

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive training and over ten years of clinical treatment experience in the area of eating disorders including Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating and disordered eating.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Hernandez

Erika Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I enjoy working with multicultural individuals and welcome incorporating creative and artistic expression in my scheduled therapeutic sessions...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Meghan DeWees

Meghan DeWees

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy is most effective when it exists as a space in which we can be curious, clumsy, and creative.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stefanie Zargarbashi

Stefanie Zargarbashi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize fostering collaborative relationships that empower individuals to actively steer their lives in alignment with their values and self-awareness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Yoshado Lang

Dr. Yoshado Lang

Psychologist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I primarily use cognitive behavioral, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy, along with person centered therapy techniques.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joshua Javedanfar

Joshua Javedanfar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view each client as unique and tailor my interventions to align with their specific needs, goals, and strengths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Beth Sopkin

Beth Sopkin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use an authentic approach to therapy; I find that my clients respond well to me being myself with them, so that they then feel comfortable being themselves with me.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Munroe

Amy Munroe

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


As a therapist, it is my passion to support women navigating challenges related to different life stages. I provide a compassionate, safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore their emotional and physical well being.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shiva Ghardashem

Shiva Ghardashem

Therapist

Virtual • Calabasas, CA


“I draw from evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Positive Psychotherapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Thomas Tophia

Thomas Tophia

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Thomas, and I have been working in the field of recovery and addiction for more than 20 years. I hold a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and am also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals and families facing challenges related to addiction, mental health, relationships, and life transitions.

My primary focus is helping clients regain balance and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, navigating family conflict, working toward recovery from addiction, or simply feeling stuck, I believe therapy can provide a safe and supportive space to better understand yourself and develop effective solutions.

I take a collaborative approach to therapy and believe that meaningful change often involves not only the individual, but also the family and support systems around them. Together, we can identify strengths, address challenges, improve communication, and develop practical tools to help you move forward with greater confidence and purpose.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angelica Manrique

Angelica Manrique

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to foster a nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their experiences openly while working toward meaningful personal growth and healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christine Vandertol

Christine Vandertol

Therapist

Virtual • California


“If you're carrying something heavy right now, I want you to know you don't have to figure it out alone.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Raul Lopez

Raul Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can openly discuss life's challenges and work toward meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ruben Salgado Dominguez

Ruben Salgado Dominguez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Welcome! I'm Ruben Salgado, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adults navigate challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health concerns. I believe treatment works best when you feel heard, understood, and involved in every decision. My goal is to provide evidence-based care in a supportive, judgment-free environment where we work together to help you feel better and build lasting resilience.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amanda Smith

Amanda Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“There are times when a person feels emotionally "stuck" and feel there is no way to undo it. I know this view well myself!”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joyce Carter

Joyce Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to help people to understand we all have the power to re-create ourselves and live our best lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eve Fritsch

Eve Fritsch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have particular experience working with gifted, creative, and highly sensitive individuals, and I understand the intensity, depth, and unique pressures that often come with thinking and feeling deeply.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Hemphill

Jennifer Hemphill

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who values creating a space where you feel seen, safe, and supported. I bring both professional training and lived experience into the room, which helps me connect with clients on a genuine level. My background includes working with individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I’m especially passionate about supporting clients who have felt misunderstood or silenced, and I aim to meet you with compassion, curiosity, and respect as we work together.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 11 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

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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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