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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Encinitas, CA

Find UnitedHealthcare-covered therapy in Encinitas with copays as low as $0-$30 per session. Headway connects you with 2,880 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person care, with availability within two weeks and free consultations available.

Tiffany Trent

Tiffany Trent

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Encinitas, CA


“I balance kindness and warmth with honesty and challenge clients to grow and become unstuck in their lives.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Troy Nickell

Troy Nickell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • Solana Beach, CA


“I really love helping people identify purpose and create a clear and simple way to reach their goals, for the betterment of themselves and those around them.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Grant Horner

Dr. Grant Horner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


“I have a holistic approach to therapy believing all areas of our life (mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, sexual) are connected and impact our overall mental health.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Little

Jennifer Little

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Encinitas, CA


“I grew up as a caretaker for my single mother who suffered from mental health issues. She committed suicide when I was only fifteen...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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Katelyn Brady

Katelyn Brady

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • Solana Beach, CA


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a special focus on perinatal psychiatry and women's mental health.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Katy Caslav

Katy Caslav

Therapist

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


“Together, we'll work collaboratively to identify your goals, develop coping strategies, and cultivate resilience to navigate life's ups and downs with greater ease and confidence.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Megan Aguirre

Megan Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“I lead with genuineness and meet you where you are by using a holistic perspective that accounts for the relationships and circumstances in your life that are impacting you.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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Klaudia Mayer

Klaudia Mayer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.5 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


“My care is integrative, trauma-informed, and deeply human. I blend clinical insight with an understanding that healing is not just about managing symptoms, but about listening to what they're asking of us.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marla Elliott

Marla Elliott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Vista, CA


“My job will be to show you just how capable you are. I will teach you how to cope with negative thoughts when they inevitably happen, and help you retrain your brain.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Ashley Azin

Ashley Azin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“I strive to make each one of my clients feel seen, heard, and unconditionally accepted throughout every session.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Thi Wlodarski

Thi Wlodarski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, and trauma.

You can visit my website for more information: https://www.thiwlodarskilmft.com

United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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Gloria Jardon

Gloria Jardon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I have navigated a wide range of life events—from adolescence to college, complex relationships, infertility, pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, the impact of COVID, being a first responder, racial discrimination, and career transitions.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Kayo Imamura

Kayo Imamura

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I will meet you in these difficult places and we will walk together, helping you break through to find hope, power, connection and energy.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Carson Jaffrey

Carson Jaffrey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Grief, desperation, and self-inflicted suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Corrin Crain

Corrin Crain

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am passionate about the power of the therapeutic process and helping individuals and families find hope and healing. Together, we will set goals and work towards achieving them - all at a pace that works best for you.


I specialize in working with adults, adolescents and families living with depression, anxiety, trauma, and challenges in relationships. I have significant experience working in higher levels of care settings and with folks navigating suicidal ideation and self-harm.

United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sokia Shehee

Sokia Shehee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field (12 in private practice). I work with individuals ages 3 and up, as well as couples. I am trauma informed, a certified clinical supervisor, and EMDR trained (currently not accepting EMDR patients). I hold a plethora of CEUs in mental health disorders and have owned my own practice for several years, offering in person and telehealth services.

CSUB BA Psychology 2002

CSUB Master of Social Work 2004

United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alice Wu-Cardona

Alice Wu-Cardona

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I work from a trauma focused lens and utilize an Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework, as well as some EMDR and somatic training, to support clients to explore their many protective or exiled parts and strengthen Self-identity...”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

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Pamela Joy Abao

Pamela Joy Abao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and co-occurring substance use disorders.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Dr. Blanca Lugo

Dr. Blanca Lugo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


“For over 20 years I have been working with women and men that have been victims of abusive relationships in childhood and their adult life.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive

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Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • 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.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peggy Cohen

Peggy Cohen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I have over 40 years of experience working with individuals and children experiencing depression, grief and life challenges.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Martin Vaz Antunes

Andrea Martin Vaz Antunes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


Hello, and welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Diego, CA. I specialize in helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of childhood experiences, as well as present traumas they may be facing. I have worked with adults, children and families in a variety of settings. I have provided space for people during the toughest of life transitions while teaching them tools to cope with the overwhelming emotions of grief and trauma. I’d like to be there for you too!

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Maureen Doherty

Maureen Doherty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • La Mesa, CA


“My goal isn't simply to help you feel better, it's to help you understand yourself more deeply, strengthen your relationships, and develop practical tools that create lasting change.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ethan Messer

Ethan Messer

Therapist

In-person • 23 mi away • La Mesa, CA


“My approach to therapy is relational, and combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Energetic, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terence Shigg

Terence Shigg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • La Mesa, CA


“I want all of my clients to strenghten their personal development tools so that eventually they can become more self-aware and self-correcting.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Micaela Cappa

Micaela Cappa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • 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.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lindsey Ritter-Ingorvaia

Lindsey Ritter-Ingorvaia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Murrieta, CA


“We create a safe space where you feel heard and understood, using evidence-based techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused methods.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Ahila Muthaiya

Ahila Muthaiya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“She emphasizes that there are many other approaches that can be taken before resorting to medication adjustments.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sonya Brooks

Sonya Brooks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is direct, thoughtful, and focused on helping you feel better in a practical, sustainable way.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Diane Dunne, Ph. D.

Dr. Diane Dunne, Ph. D.

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Dr. Dunne utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming... and various other evidence-based therapeutic approaches to assist her patients to exceed their personal goals.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Adedayo Adebisi

Adedayo Adebisi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Laurel Mullally

Laurel Mullally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


As a Nurse Practitioner, I believe healthcare should be a partnership, not a prescription. My approach combines advanced clinical skills with a deep commitment to patient advocacy, ensuring every individual has the tools and confidence to take charge of their health. I specialize in creating personalized treatment plans that honor the whole person — mind, body, and spirit. Whether I’m diagnosing, prescribing, or simply listening, my mission is to make every patient feel seen, heard, and cared for. I strive to turn sessions into moments of trust, learning, and hope."

I am board certified in Family Practice as well as Psychiatry and have been in practice for 25 year. I work with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, bipolar disorder, as well as address physical symptoms or issues that may affect mental health. I hold a Doctorate degree in education and Master Degrees in Advance Practice Nursing and education.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Holly Shannon

Holly Shannon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I believe the therapeutic relationship is itself one of the most powerful catalysts for lasting change...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Monique Strickland

Monique Strickland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to ensure that each client feels heard, respected, supported and empowered from the very beginning of their care journey.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Esther Neissany

Esther Neissany

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I use evidence-based techniques, including CBT, while also focusing on building insight and emotional awareness.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Christopher Offor

Christopher Offor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I personally do not focus on pathologizing my clients, so I focus on emphasizing the client's strengths and resources to create positive change.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Baharan Rahimi

Baharan Rahimi

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“My approach is humanistic, compassionate, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Noah Peter

Noah Peter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“My practice has a nonjudgmental environment where your feelings and experiences are respected and validated.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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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