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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Bakersfield, CA

Bakersfield residents with Aetna can start therapy with free consultations and copays ranging from $0-$35. Headway's network of 8,558 providers supports both talk therapy and medication management with next-day availability.

David Brown

David Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With warmth and curiosity, I help clients navigate challenging conversations while making sure our work is collaborative—you'll always have space for open dialogue and feedback as we move forward together.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joelle Maletis

Joelle Maletis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Joelle is proactive, dynamic, & compassionate while addressing her client's individual needs. By offering a safe space, Joelle works with a diverse clientele that includes C-suite executives, active and retired military personnel, first responders,...”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angelica Correa

Angelica Correa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping high-functioning people of color who have experienced trauma move toward feeling worthy, connected, and capable.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Victoria Ndubaku

Victoria Ndubaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Torrance, CA


“Having worked with young, adults and geriatrics for the past 8 years, I have developed important skills such as client rapport, empathy and compassion.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mark Bourassa

Mark Bourassa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am analytical, direct, but also sensitive, and the work I do draws from deep psychoanalytic thinking as much as it does from practical approaches (i.e. solution-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy).”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saba Negash

Saba Negash

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore challenges, gain insight, and develop practical tools for growth and healing.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Cirsten Brinson

Cirsten Brinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe in the inherent resilience of every individual. My practice is rooted in a strengths-based approach...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Shelzea Zamora

Shelzea Zamora

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a mental health clinician who takes a solution‐focused and empowering approach to therapy. I believe healing happens at your pace, and I strive to meet you exactly where you are. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood as we work together to explore challenges, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful change.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lacy Wildenberg

Lacy Wildenberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi! My name is Lacy and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over a decade of experience helping people of all ages become their best selves. I believe everyone should have a space where they feel unconditionally supported and understood, with someone who will never judge them, and they can finally let out that deep breathe they've been holding in.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Mary Catone

Mary Catone

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The therapeutic relationship is so important. Trust and a feeling of acceptance will be a very important goal.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Sotelo

Carla Sotelo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orcutt, CA


“My goal is that my clients feel seen and heard. I'm committed to providing a safe, compassionate and supportive environment that allows room for growth and healing.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Roy

Jessica Roy

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I view therapeutic work as an invitation to turn towards the areas of our lives that are calling to us for some attention.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Marianna Chavez

Marianna Chavez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ontario, CA


“I use an integrative approach to your wellness. I integrate evidence-based practices such as medication management, psychotherapy, supplements, and non-medication management options.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jimmie Simpson

Jimmie Simpson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and client-centered, blending evidence-based methods such as CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy with creative, individualized techniques.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Chelsea Sutter

Chelsea Sutter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tustin, CA


I specialize in working with adults experiencing burnout, chronic stress/anxiety, trauma, and neurodivergence. As a neurodivergent therapist who has navigated my own experiences with burnout, I understand how exhausting it can be to constantly feel "on" for everyone else. I’m especially passionate about supporting helping professionals, caregivers, and high-achieving folks who spend so much energy caring for others that they forget to care for themselves. I also bring my full personality into the therapy room (including humor, authenticity, and the occasional slightly twisted joke) when the moment calls for it.

Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jeannine Ray

Dr. Jeannine Ray

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My counseling style is warm and interactive and is grounded in wellness and pragmatism with a client-focused, strength-based approach.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay La Belle

Lindsay La Belle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westlake Village, CA


“I believe in a client-centered approach, tailoring my interventions to meet each client's unique needs and goals.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brandon Brawner

Dr. Brandon Brawner

Psychologist

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“Attentive listening, open dialogue, compassionate inquiry and a strong sense of adventure are my therapeutic guidelines.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Jeffrey Bellissimo

Jeffrey Bellissimo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to support you in gaining clarity and finding solutions that feel authentic and sustainable.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Brittaney Latta

Brittaney Latta

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use techniques from several practices such as mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, Bowen family systems, person-centered, solution-focused, and Gottman in order to better help you to reach your goals in therapy.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leticia Juliette Delling

Leticia Juliette Delling

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Life has a crazy way of throwing curve balls at us when we least expect it. It's so important to take care of our mental health as it impacts everything we do in life: how we function at work, interact with our family and loved ones, etc.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD, Trauma
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Cramer

Julia Cramer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, compassionate, non-judgemental place to talk about the most difficult and personal things.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Chanel Leibsohn

Dr. Chanel Leibsohn

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I help adults navigate anxiety, trauma, mood imbalances, addiction recovery, and life changes with interest and compassion.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frederick Risard

Frederick Risard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You can expect me to welcome you, as you are, without judgment, ready to listen to you tell your story.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Encino, CA


“My areas of specialization are trauma and anxiety disorders, as well as depression and disorders of childhood/adolescence.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Patterson

Lisa Patterson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't see you as a list of symptoms to be fixed, but as a whole person with a unique culture, story, and pace.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Fabiola Saucedo

Fabiola Saucedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a trauma-informed therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, relationship patterns, burnout, and life transitions. I identify as a Latina therapist and a child of immigrants.

Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sally Cermeno

Sally Cermeno

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in treating trauma responses, whether it's big trauma or accumulation of little trauma.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ginette Walker

Ginette Walker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to feel they met with a thoughtful, honest, non-judgemental, and respectful therapist who is a collaborator in their effort to improve their wellbeing.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
D'Arthana Burrell

D'Arthana Burrell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My expertise in mental health, plus your expertise in "you" is the recipe for successfully finding solutions that align with your beliefs and values.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Elyssa Melmet

Elyssa Melmet

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Leslie Lucas

Leslie Lucas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“I have many years of experience working with children in the foster care system particularly transitional age youth.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Carol Polevoi

Carol Polevoi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that stress, trauma, and emotional experiences are held not only in the mind, but also in the body.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Gwen Barry

Gwen Barry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in individuals going through life changes at home or at work.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Roger Schwartz

Roger Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Before I approach you through a clinical lens, I strive to meet you first as a fellow human being—with deep respect for your unique story.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nubia Hennessey

Nubia Hennessey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I find what I end up helping people do most is to connect with themselves to make better choices and connect back with important people in their lives.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carmen Santillan

Carmen Santillan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a board‐certified clinical therapist with a strong foundation in narrative therapy, helping clients explore and reshape the stories that influence their lives. In recent years, I’ve supported children ages 5–17 as well as adults navigating a wide range of emotional experiences, including anxiety, depression, grief, and gender affirmation.

Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Biesemeyer

Amy Biesemeyer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I genuinely care about the challenges and changes you are facing and want to help you develop a foundation to meet them.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Amanda (Mandy) Tarpley

Amanda (Mandy) Tarpley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Sessions with me feel calm, collaborative, and grounded. You do not have to have the right words or have everything figured out.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna 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 Aetna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — 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.