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Finding the right support in Carlsbad is easier with Headway's 8,096 licensed providers serving neighborhoods including Carlsbad Village, Aviara, and Poinsettia. Providers offer both talk therapy and medication management with flexible scheduling and free initial consultations. Through partnerships with 70+ insurance plans, Headway helps patients maximize their coverage and minimize out-of-pocket costs.

Rochell Rodriguez

Rochell Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santee, CA


I am Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I have been practicing therapy since November 2015 and licensed since January 2023. The modality I mainly use is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but also pull from other modalities as one modality may not fit all clientele. I have had experience with self-esteem, couples, anxiety (mild to moderate levels), depression (mild levels), grief/loss and end of life. I have work with prior law enforcement experience, substitute teacher (Elementary thru High School), and various other vocational experience. NOTE: I am not a psychiatrist, so I do NOT prescribe medication.

Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karla Wolff

Karla Wolff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Diego, CA


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about helping individuals, children, and families navigate life's challenges with strength and self-awareness. My style is collaborative, down-to-earth, and relational- I believe therapy should feel safe and empowering. Together, we'll explore on patterns, build resilience , and work toward meaningful change at your own pace.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


My name is Joey Ritkes (he/him). I have been working as a mental health therapist for over five years. My practice has primarily been specialized in working with LGBTQ+ youth. However, I have worked with couples, families, emerging adults, and adults from all backgrounds. I am a client-centered therapist who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients to meet their goals.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Russell

Theresa Russell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“In our work, we slow things down and listen more closely—to your body, your emotions, and your intuition.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Genelle Weits Garcia

Dr. Genelle Weits Garcia

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I will be fully present listening to your perspective, I will also be engaged and interactive, ensuring you are not just sharing without input or inquiries.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Stephen Thorpe

Stephen Thorpe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Temecula, CA


“I have a client-centered, supportive approach and really try to listen to what you want out of the sessions and to accomplish in your life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Wikel

Taylor Wikel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Temecula, CA


“Using a trauma informed approach along with a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) lens, I help you understand why these patterns exist, build self-trust, and create boundaries that actually stick.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Joanna Corona

Joanna Corona

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Temecula, CA


“I bring a compassionate and culturally responsive approach that values and honors each person's unique story.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sandra Kieler

Sandra Kieler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Temecula, CA


“Her style is warm, goal-oriented, and client-centered with a focus on helping individuals strengthen communication, develop effective coping skills, and reconnect with their resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Darryl Moore

Dr. Darryl Moore

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Temecula, CA


“As an interactive therapist I use an integration of complimentary approaches, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.”
Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Flavia Crovetto Hartley

Flavia Crovetto Hartley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Niguel, CA


I’m a licensed therapist with a Master’s in Counseling with an emphasis in Child and Family Therapy, and I’m certified in Perinatal Mental Health. I work with children, adolescents, and families, and I also support moms navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the emotional challenges of early parenthood. I have experience helping with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and school-related concerns, and I especially enjoy working with children and pre-teens using play and creative approaches.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Micaela Cappa

Micaela Cappa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“Her goal is that the client experiences a safe, non-judgmental place in the therapeutic relationship where they can work through their "stuff" in their own personal journey of healing.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Julie DeVito

Dr. Julie DeVito

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Mission Viejo, CA


“My patients can expect a relaxed, safe space, an environment of acceptance and non-judgement, empathy, positive regard and respect, and a collaborative approach to treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keegan Starr

Keegan Starr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • El Cajon, CA


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship while integrating practical tools, emotional insight, and structure.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Denyse Breeden

Denyse Breeden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“I help women with ADHD, neurodivergence, trauma/PTSD or high sensitivity move from feeling drained to achieving balanced energy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ruben Garcia

Ruben Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Murrieta, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and environment—while empowering patients through education and shared decision-making.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gretchen Shibl

Gretchen Shibl

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“I strive to create a collaborative, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where every person is treated with respect, kindness, and understanding.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Billings

Dr. Lisa Billings

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy. I help individuals identify their goals and make the changes necessary to help them lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I am directive, and I provide a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment to explore the issues and life-events with which you may be struggling.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Theresa Russo

Theresa Russo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Forest, CA


“Theresa Russo is a client-centered and solution-focused therapist who integrates various modalities and techniques to provide a judgment-free, personal approach to each client.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Aird

Steven Aird

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Forest, CA


“I focus on establishing a safe, collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, creating the framework for the work we will do together.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandon Owens

Brandon Owens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“Since becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I've seen how prioritizing mental health can bring more joy, balance, and resilience into everyday life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Creative
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Harber

Jennifer Harber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“My approach to therapy is warm, friendly, kind, and creative. I enjoy guiding clients to see a different perspective or unhealthy patterns in their lives by using traditional talk therapy, art, sand, or play.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudia Villarreal

Claudia Villarreal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


I genuinely like people, have always love to help ,

Will take my clients through the therapeutic process, with empathy and care for their experience in therapy to be a positive one.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Montalvan

Maria Montalvan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


“I see therapy as a partnership where we work together to understand your experiences and create lasting change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brianna Codallos

Brianna Codallos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


“I believe each client is the expert on their lived experiences. Together we can do the work of addressing childhood wounds, emotional dysregulation, life stressors, depression, anxiety, traumas, maladaptive patterns that may be creating barriers in...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sabrina Shammas

Sabrina Shammas

Therapist

In-person • Chula Vista, CA


“My passion is working with others in need by bringing my clinical experience and my authentic self into the therapy room.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dora Diaz Sanchez

Dora Diaz Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


“I firmly believe that consistent effort and a willingness to work on oneself can lead to the changes you desire.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative work and I enjoy helping my clients live life to their fullest potential.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ali Rumani

Ali Rumani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“My approach is integrative and culturally sensitive, drawing from mindfulness-based practices, CBT, and psychodynamic work.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“Together we can identify mental/emotional blocks, reprocess past disturbing memories, and develop mental agility to experience the life you deserve to flourish in.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Gigliotti

Thomas Gigliotti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“My approach to therapy is blending positive psychology and evidenced based therapies to focus on building strengths and challenging cognitive belief structures to create healthier blueprints for optimal living.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shavvonne Walls

Shavvonne Walls

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newport Beach, CA


“Imagine if your symptoms no longer controlled you. You feel safe and confident that you can face life challenges.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamisyn Atlas

Jamisyn Atlas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“Living in conflict with ourselves can create deep emotional pain, making it crucial that we treat ourselves with loving kindness instead of criticism or blame.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ana Lesquives

Dr. Ana Lesquives

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Newport Beach, CA


“I strive to create a warm and supportive space where clients feel understood while also feeling empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Panic disorders, Sleep disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Mitchell

Rachel Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I work from a psychodynamic perspective to build a deeper understanding of what's shaping your thoughts, emotions, and relationships...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Madison Gavela

Madison Gavela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy is not about fixing what's "broken," but about reconnecting with your inner resilience...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Veronica Ibarra

Veronica Ibarra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jacinto, CA


“I specialize in supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, trauma, and parenting concerns.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krystal Thorburn

Krystal Thorburn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tustin, CA


“I specialize in mind-body treatment for anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma and adjustment disorders, life transition challenges, relationship issues, self-esteem, and everyday struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Salma Shah

Salma Shah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I'm a relational trauma psychotherapist specializing in healing from childhood attachment trauma and how we see ourselves and relate to other, breakups, divorce, and toxic abusive relationships.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Manuel Cruz

Manuel Cruz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tustin, CA


“I strive to create a safe, non-judgemental environment where I can meet my clients where they are and help them learn to become the best version of themselves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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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 Carlsbad

Finding the right therapist in Carlsbad starts with getting clear on what you're looking for. Consider whether you need support for a specific concern — such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or trauma — or whether you're looking for general talk therapy. Therapists in Carlsbad hold a range of licenses, including LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, and psychologist credentials, and many specialize in approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, or couples counseling.

Beyond specialty and approach, practical factors matter too. Think about whether you prefer in-person sessions in Carlsbad or virtual appointments, what days and times work with your schedule, and whether a provider's background and style feel like a good match. Reading a provider's bio before booking can help you feel more confident about your choice.

Therapy in the San Diego County area can be expensive without coverage, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce what you pay per session. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans. You can enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm what coverage is available in Carlsbad and see estimated session costs before you book.

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