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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in El Cajon, CA

Headway connects El Cajon residents with UnitedHealthcare coverage to providers specializing in talk therapy and medication management. Patients save an average of 75% on sessions, with availability starting as soon as next day and copays typically around $30.

Artemis Rose

Artemis Rose

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have about 10 years experience but my focus nowadays is with high performing go-getters who struggle with anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, codependency, and perfectionism.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Michael Pearson

Michael Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • Hermosa Beach, CA


“Michael and his team uses a non-judgmental, caring, and often uplifting approach that includes mindfulness and an appreciation and respect for diverse clientele...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Karey Regala

Karey Regala

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


“My goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and understood.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Helen Anyiam

Helen Anyiam

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“We look forward to working together with you and the family to achieve your goals of symptom remission, better functioning, and improved wellbeing.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Hillary Howard

Hillary Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use compassion, insight, and humor to create engaging and interactive sessions for you to see the progress you want to make.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Erika Agbabian

Erika Agbabian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, compassionate, & collaborative. I approach therapy from an authentic, person-centered lens...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Zaheen Allibhoy

Zaheen Allibhoy

Therapist

Virtual • California


Zaheen is an LCSW for the last seven years and has been a clinician for 11 years. Zaheen's approach is eclectic; she uses a Person in Environment and Multicultural models. Zaheen explores your current coping skills and teaches about self care. Zaheen's main focus area is working with adults who are struggling with everyday stressors or transitions in their lives. Zaheen's style is warm, open minded, and empowering. In her spare time, Zaheen enjoys practicing what she teaches (self care).

United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iris Cruet-Rubio

Iris Cruet-Rubio

Therapist

Virtual • California


Life can feel heavy sometimes—uncertain, overwhelming, and out of balance in ways that are hard to put into words. If you’ve been carrying a lot on your own, it makes sense that reaching out for support might feel difficult, even vulnerable. I want you to know that those feelings are understood, and you are not alone in them.

You don’t have to figure everything out by yourself. I’m here to gently walk alongside you as you begin to take those first steps—at your pace, in your way. Whether you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or simply tired, this can be a space where you’re allowed to just be, without pressure or judgment.

I approach therapy with warmth, care, and deep respect for your unique story. Together, we’ll create a space where you can feel safe enough to express yourself openly, explore what’s been weighing on your heart, and begin to reconnect with yourself and the relationships that matter most to you.

With extensive experience working with adults, I tailor each session to your needs, honoring where you are while gently supporting where you want to go. Healing doesn’t have to happen all at once—and you don’t have to do it alone.

United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Kehinde Adedayo

Kehinde Adedayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower you with the tools and strategies needed to enhance your emotional well-being and lead a fulfilling life.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Michael They

Michael They

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Modesto, CA


“I will listen intently and ask questions to learn more about you so I can determine what type of care is most appropriate.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Erika Brinda

Erika Brinda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I try to ensure that each of my clients leave every session feeling heard, understood and respected.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kimberly Kaestner

Kimberly Kaestner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I've worked closely with those navigating substance use recovery, mood instability, trauma-related symptoms, and treatment-resistant depression.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Shakeh Galstian

Shakeh Galstian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize creating a safe, nurturing environment for clients to break free from limiting narratives and step into the fulfilling life they've always envisioned.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Tanaka

Sarah Tanaka

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I place a strong value on holding a safe therapeutic space where we can work together to move towards your goals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Kalar

Denise Kalar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower my clients. Bringing deep awareness, compassion and commitment to those with whom I work with.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Noura Chehade (She/Her)

Noura Chehade (She/Her)

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a trauma-informed holistic approach that honors you as both a whole person and part of the larger collective.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dynasty Huckleby

Dynasty Huckleby

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I show up as a real person in the room, building a genuine, collaborative relationship where honesty, humor, and authenticity are part of the work.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Ashley Dunn

Ashley Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm invested in helping you find value and joy in your life!

For over the past decade in this field, I have assisted clients at all stages of life. I prefer to show up with humility, humor, and genuine humanity.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Deborah Reisfeld

Deborah Reisfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“During the first session, clients be invited into a welcoming environment centered on safety and trust.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Craig Hanauer

Craig Hanauer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and groups. Areas of expertise include, out of control sexual behavior, 12-Step recovery, childhood sexual abuse, shame, body dysmorphia and gender identity.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elsy Realsola

Elsy Realsola

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My non-direct, empathetic, approach will encourage and empower one in order to promote positive change.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Sepideh Gidanian

Sepideh Gidanian

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe the therapeutic process is a collaboration and teamwork between the psychotherapist and the client, and self-awareness and growth are the natural results of effective psychotherapy.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
DeAnna Bereza

DeAnna Bereza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be active, structured, and results-focused. My approach blends evidence-based techniques from CBT, DBT, MCT, IFS, and more, tailored to your unique needs.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Espinosa

James Espinosa

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is James. I’m a California-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience providing psychotherapy to youth, adults, and families, to help them feel empowered, engaged, and most of all, accepted in this world.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Wesson

Carolyn Wesson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You'll find me relaxed, warm, and accepting. I am highly successful in saving marriages in which there's been an affair...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Kristal Campbell

Kristal Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I specialize in working with adults, children, athletes and adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Anne Winfrey

Anne Winfrey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Culver City, CA


“My background has shaped a practice style rooted in empathy, gentleness, and deep respect for each individual's lived experience.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sloane Harris

Sloane Harris

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi! I am a licensed therapist in California and Georgia. I have over 20 years experience working with adolescents and adults. I offer insight oriented approaches and often work with depression, anxiety, trauma, women's issues, unhealthy behavioral patterns and relationship issues. I like to collaborate with the client to empower them to seek a more fulfilling and happier life.

United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Identity issues, Infertility
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Marili Arellano Alvarez

Marili Arellano Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Marili!

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in California. I believe true healing happens in the body, not just the mind. As a somatic psychotherapist, I use approaches like EMDR and Brainspotting to help clients heal trauma, make sense of how larger systems have shaped them, and reconnect with who they really are.

As an immigrant, much of who I am has been shaped by the work of belonging to two worlds without fitting neatly into either. I know what it means to want to belong somewhere that doesn't always make space for you and to hold pride in where you come from anyway. That lived experience is the root of my curiosity about people, and it shapes how I sit with clients navigating their own questions of identity, belonging, and worth.

United Healthcare + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonette Decker

Tonette Decker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Apple Valley, CA


“I specialize in helping clients with post trauma symptoms, anxiety, and depression utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Kimberly Breidel

Dr. Kimberly Breidel

Psychologist

Virtual • Redwood City, CA


“I am driven to facilitate change, improve life functioning, and resolve psychological issues in adolescents, parents, and adults through individualized client-centered therapy.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Nica Gaona

Nica Gaona

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider it a privilege to be invited and entrusted with the task of walking alongside you during a challenging moment in your life.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Zelda Verrett

Zelda Verrett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She believes that healing begins within a supportive therapeutic relationship and that each person has the innate capacity for growth and resilience.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Stephen Gutknecht

Dr. Stephen Gutknecht

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I help people see their problems in a different light and support them as they make their desired changes.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Saori Guadarrama Kobayashi

Saori Guadarrama Kobayashi

Therapist

Virtual • Murrieta, CA


“You are in charge of your healing and empowering process and I will be a guide to get you wherever you need to be.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rainbow Tarumoto

Rainbow Tarumoto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I am especially passionate about supporting individuals who have experienced medical trauma, chronic stress, or life transitions that have impacted their mental well-being.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sean Stevens

Sean Stevens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oxnard, CA


“When given new opportunities and education that can improve clients lives, people will respond and change in ways that make sense to them.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Alex Melkumian

Alex Melkumian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use an empathic and empowering approach, blending insights from sports psychology, traditional therapy, and financial wellness practices.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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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