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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Arcata, CA

Arcata residents can find Cigna-covered talk therapy and medication management through Headway, with copays from $10-$30 and providers available for appointments as soon as next day.

Manoj Kumar Sharma

Manoj Kumar Sharma

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Maria, CA


I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Santa Barbara, California. My practice blends both psychological approach as well as eastern wisdom. With a diverse background of professional and life experiences, I bring empathy, warmth, and a solution-focused mindset to my clients. My goal is to help clients alleviate suffering, boost their productivitiy, and enhance well-being.

Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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Neydi Tovar

Neydi Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Asking for help can feel harder when you've spent most of your life being the one who holds things together. I'm Neydi, a bilingual English and Spanish speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. I work with individuals and families navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and substance use. These challenges rarely arrive alone and almost always connect back to our relationships, our families, and the communities we come from. Clients often describe me as warm, direct, and genuinely invested.

Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Nicole Rose

Nicole Rose

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is direct yet compassionate. I use evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care while honoring each person's unique story.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Genean Jeffery-Johnson

Genean Jeffery-Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“I help you slow down enough to notice what's actually happening in your body in the moment things get hard, not just the words being said.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you don't have to figure it out alone.

I help adults work through anxiety, ADHD, depression, and the stress of big life transitions so you can move forward with more clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of direction.

I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over a decade of clinical experience, and I bring a calm, grounded presence to the work.

My background spans trauma-informed care, support for college students building self-advocacy and success strategies (especially those with learning differences), and extensive work with the military community — including wounded warriors and their families.

Whether you're navigating a career or life change, managing attention or focus challenges, working through anxiety or depression, or facing relationship stress, I offer a safe, collaborative space where real growth is possible.

Clients often describe me as warm, real, non-judgmental, and direct in a supportive way. I'm LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcome people from all backgrounds with a spirit of inclusion and care.

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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Sofia Villalobos

Sofia Villalobos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you reconnect with the vibrant, positive parts of yourself that may have been dimmed by life's challenges.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Lizette Sayo

Lizette Sayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am deeply committed to providing compassionate, individualized care rooted in my extensive experience as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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Viet Nguyen

Viet Nguyen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I aim to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and understood. I believe mental health care should be collaborative, practical, and tailored to your unique needs. My approach combines evidence-based treatment with real-life understanding whether that includes therapy, lifestyle changes, or medication management when appropriate. I value honesty, cultural awareness, and meeting you where you are. My goal is to help you feel more stable, confident, and in control of your mental health not just during appointments, but in your everyday life.

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Maria Vazquez

Maria Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Maria, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over twelve years of experience working with families, children, and adults. My work has focused on breaking generational cycles of trauma and navigating challenging life transitions. In my work I have supported individuals and families through growing up, raising their children, and bringing healing and harmony into the home. I am deeply passionate about helping others on their journeys toward personal growth and a better quality of life and consider it a gift to be an agent of change.

In addition to my clinical work, I am also a working mother of a college student and clinically supervise and train other clinicians. This experience gives me a unique perspective and understanding on navigating life transitions and balancing multiple roles.

My approach is warm, affirmative, and solution-oriented – with some humor mixed in. While it can feel intimidating to take that first step, if you are ready, I can guide you in finding areas of strength while also challenging areas for growth in a compassionate way. Together we can work toward healing in a safe environment and create positive change to improve your quality of life.

Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Tandrea Thysell

Tandrea Thysell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stockton, CA


Hi, I'm Tandrea Thysell, a California-based Marriage & Family Therapist. I've been providing therapy for most of my life (I think I was born to do this!), but professionally for more than 10 years.

Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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Rachel Johnson

Rachel Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with adults dealing with anxiety and chronic stress, particularly those exhausted from holding it together for everyone else.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

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Valerie Vasquez

Valerie Vasquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Care is delivered through a supportive, nonjudgmental, and collaborative approach, prioritizing patient understanding, stability, and meaningful, sustainable improvement in daily functioning.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Faiza Sheikh-Mian

Faiza Sheikh-Mian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am here to support you in building self-awareness + learning tools to help you overcome the challenges you are facing so you can thrive.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Sara M. Hunt

Sara M. Hunt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dublin, CA


“I believe each person has the potential for healing, connection, and building healthier relationships with a good support system.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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Leona Esmaeily-Aimua

Leona Esmaeily-Aimua

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is to make therapy a safe and supportive space where you can finally speak freely, feel heard, and begin to heal.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Nelson

Steven Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful change is possible through a compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based therapeutic approach.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Katie Skouse

Katie Skouse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Solana Beach, CA


“My approach is warm, humanistic, and attachment-based. Together, we will use your emotional system as a compass to navigate modern struggles, break old patterns, and understand your story deeply without blame or shame.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Tareen Mekany

Tareen Mekany

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a licensed therapist in California with 7 years of professional experience, supporting clients through life’s challenges, including anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, and major life transitions.

Whether you’re navigating change, building confidence, or seeking support, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity and strength. Taking the first step can be hard, and I’m proud of you for starting.

Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Paul Kalkin

Paul Kalkin

Therapist

Virtual • California


I was always drawn to people who went unseen or unheard. Others told me I had a calm voice and that they could tell me anything. That led to a lifelong study of how people free themselves from their own patterns, later deepened by psychoanalysis and professional work in eating disorders, addiction treatment, and managed care settings like Kaiser.

Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Julie Crist

Julie Crist

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy from a trauma informed, client centered sense, focused on empathy, compassion and safety to create long term, effective change.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sheryl Doering

Sheryl Doering

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively and creatively with you to come up with an approach that works best for you. I offer a variety of approaches such as mindfulness, compassion focused approach, DBT, IFS and even art therapy.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm

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Julia Davis

Julia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Creating meaningful connections and a more satisfying life experience can be achieved with healthy conversation that gives you permission to be yourself and connect with others authentically.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Marina Skegin-Sipes

Marina Skegin-Sipes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am bilingual. My cultural background is Russian, which allows me to be culturally sensitive to others whom have come from other countries.”
Cigna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Mi Han

Dr. Mi Han

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fullerton, CA


“I strive to create a safe, supportive apace where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable throughout your care.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Shannon McNamara

Shannon McNamara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I use integrative and holistic approaches to providing medication management and working with clients across all ages and stages, to address a wide range of mental health conditions.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Savannah Curdo

Savannah Curdo

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I am excited to meet you and start the wild adventure that therapy can be. I have experience working with people of many ages from shy teenagers, to spicy adults in their 70s. I have worked with individuals, as well as couples and families. The majority of my experience was learned at a trauma recovery center. I gained skills for addressing PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, as well as exploring concepts of self, identifying other forms of trauma such as religious trauma, shame, and recognizing ways for experiencing empowerment. As a bi-sexual therapist who has lived overseas, was raised in a conservative religious house hold, I believe that I have a unique way of sitting with people in the complexities of cultural differences, trauma, faith, spirituality and sexuality.

Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm

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Dr. Taide Mier-Vera

Dr. Taide Mier-Vera

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work to create a welcoming environment where you can feel safe expressing feelings and thoughts about your struggles, and we will also work on highlighting your strengths.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm

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Sara Fry

Sara Fry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with children and families of children with special needs, and nuerodivergent individuals...”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Dr. Ihab Ibrahim

Dr. Ihab Ibrahim

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“He incorporates therapy, medication, and lifestyle modifications into treatment plans that empower clients to achieve their goals.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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Dr. Alison Dotti

Dr. Alison Dotti

Psychologist

Virtual • Santa Rosa, CA


Hi, I’m Dr. Alison Dotti, a licensed psychologist who works with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. I have been practicing for 8 years and love being a part of my client's journey towards creating the life they want to live. I support clients who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, family communication concerns, motivation difficulties, neurodiversity, or questions related to identity and belonging.

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Garcia

Anthony Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Solvang, CA


“My goal is to foster a compassionate therapeutic connection that empowers you to make informed decisions and choices within and beyond our sessions.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sahebjit Singh

Sahebjit Singh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Roseville, CA


I’m Sahebjit “TJ” Singh, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are carrying trauma, identity confusion, emotional overwhelm, relationship pain, or the long-term effects of growing up in unstable, neglectful, or high-pressure environments.

I have over a decade of experience across crisis services, residential treatment, forensic mental health, community-based care, clinical leadership, and private practice. This background has made me comfortable working with complex trauma, emotional intensity, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, identity struggles, cultural pressure, grief, and life transitions.

Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Debbie Cecena

Debbie Cecena

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, collaborative, and empowering space where teens and adults can feel heard, validated, and seen.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Patricia Orozco

Patricia Orozco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Elk Grove, CA


As a trauma-informed therapist, I'm passionate about helping people navigate the deep impacts of trauma, anxiety, and depression. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to carry the weight of painful experiences while trying to function in daily life.

I believe healing happens not by "fixing" people, but by reconnecting you with your inner strength and resilience.

Whether you're struggling with persistent anxiety, feelings of sadness, or the lasting effects of trauma, I will tailor each session to your unique needs and pace.

Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alejandra Cortes

Alejandra Cortes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is client-centered, culturally rooted, and trauma-informed — meaning I meet you where you are, honor where you come from, and walk alongside you as you heal.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paige Lloyd

Paige Lloyd

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I would like for you to leave therapy feeling empowered, accomplished and confident in your ability to manage challenges.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Ijeoma Nwokoro

Ijeoma Nwokoro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I see each patient as a whole person—not just a diagnosis—and I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space where they can openly share concerns.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jessica Ambroz

Jessica Ambroz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My background includes working with trauma, child abuse, anxiety and depression. I have extensive work in the foster care system, parenting and working with substance abuse and mental health challenges.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Nastassja Vargas

Nastassja Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am very passionate about holistic psychotherapy as I have personally experienced great benefits from such an approach where traditional methods alone have failed me.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Piran Mehta

Piran Mehta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“During an intake session with me you can expect having a non judgmental conversation and piece together a complete history of yourself...”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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Affordable care that fits you — and your Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.