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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Downey, CA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Downey, CA

Postpartum support is available in Downey through Headway's extensive provider network of 2,764 licensed professionals experienced in talk therapy and medication management. Whether you're experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, or adjustment challenges, providers offer flexible scheduling and free initial consultations. Insurance coverage through 70+ plans makes care accessible and affordable.

Dr. Talia Banayan

Dr. Talia Banayan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“We are dynamic humans with beautiful intersections that cultivate our wellbeing and all components of our life need to be addressed to sustain our greatest growth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Jennyta Sang

Jennyta Sang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is not just symptom management, but helping you feel supported, understood, and confident in your path forward.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Zora Speert Dieterich

Zora Speert Dieterich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I am an interactive therapist whose practice involves a mutual cooperative approach to empower self-learning.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Moina Khan

Moina Khan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Fountain Valley, CA


“I believe strongly in the therapeutic alliance, founded on mutual trust, engagement, and belief in the process of therapy.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Castillo

Sandra Castillo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


“I believe that mental wellness is the foundation for a fulfilling life, yet I know that reaching out for help is often the hardest step.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joshua Ong

Joshua Ong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe mental health care requires a multifaceted and holistic approach to treatment, addressing various aspects of an individual's life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stacy Hajarian

Stacy Hajarian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy. Because lasting change usually requires both structure and depth.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Jordan

Amy Jordan

Therapist

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


“My approach is very relaxed and non-judgemental. I truly believe that each person holds the keys to unlock their own wisdom...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erin Beldner-Martinez

Erin Beldner-Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I'm a licensed therapist who believes therapy works best when clients feel safe, understood and are met with compassion.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Knarik Oganesyan

Knarik Oganesyan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“Clients can expect a focus on solutions, and work on creating achieveable actions that can help them reach their goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimmy Hunkle

Kimmy Hunkle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I don't believe therapy should consist of spending years talking in circles while your life stays the same.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Joanna Schrudder

Joanna Schrudder

Therapist

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


“I work collaboratively to create safe space where my clients can explore their stories, strengths, and foster meaningful change.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erica Mann

Erica Mann

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I don't rush through our sessions. We will take time to talk about what's important to you. We will discuss the latest evidenced based pharmacological options as well as holistic ways to treat your symptoms.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Fresno, CA


“My ultimate goal is to support you not only in reducing symptoms, but in restoring hope, establishing balance, and moving toward the life you truly deserve.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brenna Dumerton

Brenna Dumerton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


“I'm committed to delivering holistic care, not only managing symptoms but also improving quality of life and overall well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alena Cabrero

Alena Cabrero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I’m a warm and compassionate therapist with several years of experience working in mental health. I hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and work with people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply wanting to understand themselves more deeply. I take a collaborative approach, tailoring our sessions to your unique needs and goals. My priority is creating a space where you feel supported, seen, and safe to explore whatever comes up.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Seima Diaz

Dr. Seima Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“I combine insight with practical tools to create meaningful, measurable change in adolescents and adults.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer De Santis

Jennifer De Santis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“I have a vast amount of experience in working with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, loss, infertility, perinatal and postpartum, trauma and more.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynn Burk

Lynn Burk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I'm trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), a rapid and effective eye-movement therapy used to treat trauma, PTSD, panic attacks, and more.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Kosterlitzky

Erika Kosterlitzky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Miranda Vatterott

Miranda Vatterott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe you are the expert in your life. You have the answers. You just may need some guidance in accessing them.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Salma Shah

Salma Shah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • 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.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Vasquez

Lori Vasquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is affirming, solution-oriented, and empowering—I meet clients where they are, listen without judgment, and tailor care to their unique needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laura Rothafel

Laura Rothafel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Tustin, CA


“My hope is that people leave with hope. Experience a sense of calm by understanding self and others with greater clarity.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a depth-oriented form of therapy... Together, we explore the connections between your past and present — including processing past trauma and recurring relationship patterns.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shaoqing(Cindy) Tang

Shaoqing(Cindy) Tang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Encino, CA


“I strive to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore their challenges and embrace positive change.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gisoo Mohandesi

Gisoo Mohandesi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


“She believes that every client has unique strengths and resilience, and she is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
AJ Kiefer

AJ Kiefer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Encino, CA


“I have a strong critical care background and treat different issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, men's health issues, postpartum depression amongst others.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Belen Cornejo

Belen Cornejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Tustin, CA


“Therapy is not just about talking—it's about growth, healing, and learning new skills that can be applied to your everyday life.”
Maternal mental health, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brooke Huffstetler

Brooke Huffstetler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Outside of private practice, I have worked at Ocean Recovery as a therapist since 2014, thus specialize in working with women seeking help from eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and infertility.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Heather Totten

Heather Totten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Encino, CA


“Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your authentic self, I offer a compassionate and supportive space...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Escobar

Wendy Escobar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Upland, CA


“My goal is to provide a safe space for you to discuss your concerns to change your life for the better.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tannaz Separzadeh

Tannaz Separzadeh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Encino, CA


I graduated from Pepperdine University and have been licensed since 2009. I have extensive experience working with children and families struggling with anxiety, depression, symptoms of trauma and natural life stressors. I have supervised Intern and Licensed Clinicians and have enjoyed serving diverse populations.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hilda Rojani

Hilda Rojani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Encino, CA


“My goal is to help you improve your mood, gain effective coping skills, and establish therapeutic goals so you can navigate life transitions, relationships, and stressors with greater resilience and well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Navarro

Diana Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“By healing ourselves, we heal our ancestors. My goal as a therapist is to help clients become the most authentic version of themselves and take up space unapologetically.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“My open-minded strategic approach and accepting individualism help me let the patient guide in discussing their personal health struggles.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jarah Trenier

Jarah Trenier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Porter Ranch, CA


“I believe healing happens in connection—when we feel safe enough to explore what we've had to keep hidden.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Ijeoma Mbadugha

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe that our patients and families deserve the best in healthcare delivery. My purpose is to help eliminate the stigma and barriers to mental healthcare...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sally Amaya

Sally Amaya

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I also bring a personal understanding of what it means to prioritize well-being and manage stress after going through my own life-changing health journey.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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