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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 2,876 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person care, with availability within two weeks and free consultations available.

Meagan Pruden

Meagan Pruden

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I value genuine connection and believe healing happens best in a safe, respectful space where you feel truly heard.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Lorraine Halder

Lorraine Halder

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that seeking help is a courageous first step, and my goal is to make every client feel welcomed, heard, and respected from the moment we meet.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Erika McNeill

Erika McNeill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As your therapist, you will get someone who is authentic, straightforward, down-to-earth, and open-minded.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcie Taylor

Marcie Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I believe isolation, trauma, and unforeseen life changes should not be normalized; everyone needs a space to feel safe.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
A. Manasa Blocho

A. Manasa Blocho

Therapist

Virtual • California


“It is my purpose to create a safe space where you can feel seen, heard and supported in exploring any aspects of yourself and your life.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robin Scooler

Robin Scooler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is providing a client-centered focus, which means the client determines the goals and pace of the their therapy services.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Rachel Unger

Rachel Unger

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I listen with compassion and provide a safe space for clients to explore and express their feelings and thoughts.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Claudia Diaz

Claudia Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manteca, CA


“My approach to therapy is to spend some time in discovering why the client is feeling unhappy, anxious or having relational issues.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Terry Oleson

Dr. Terry Oleson

Psychologist

Virtual • West Hollywood, CA


“I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Jungian Psychology with the use of hypnotherapy and Guided Imagery to facilitate one's understanding of conscious and subconscious limitations towards having a successful and satisfying life.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Lane McConnell

Lane McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe successful therapy works best when there is a positive empathetic working relationship between the client & therapist.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Barri Aji

Barri Aji

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My background as both a parent and a former school professional gives me a deep understanding of the complexities of parenting, the transitions and struggles of adulthood, and the challenges of adolescence.”
United Healthcare + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Naomi Bell

Naomi Bell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style combines elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered therapy, and holistic approaches.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenifer Wendy Chan

Jenifer Wendy Chan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with teens, adults, and couples. I believe that true wellness comes from integrating all aspects of ourselves—spiritual, social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and creative. As a California-certified sexual assault counselor, fully trained in EMDR and Brainspotting, I provide trauma-informed care with empathy and expertise. I also specialize in psychedelic therapy preparation and integration, guiding clients through their profound journeys with care and intention.

United Healthcare + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Erika Tovar

Erika Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My main priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental space to help explore, process, discover underlying needs and emotions that contribute to feeling stuck and overwhelmed.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Martner

Cheryl Martner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a safe and grounded space where you can share your story and we can work together to reclaim your strengths...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Rodriguez

Theresa Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Alhambra, CA


“My therapeutic approach is marked by compassion and directness, creating a non-judgmental and supportive environment that embraces individuals as they are.”
United Healthcare + 18 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Sadeed Jawad

Sadeed Jawad

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • San Dimas, CA


“Dr. Jawad's approach is to get to know the person first, then work together to identify the right interventions, and finally formulate a plan to implement them.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Albert Schafer

Albert Schafer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand the challenges that come with these experiences and are here to help you navigate them.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Isaura Cordova

Isaura Cordova

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Homework! I am big on having clients practice skills we talk about in therapy and reporting back to me how it went.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Ann Merkel

Ann Merkel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am well versed in addressing a wide array of the types of problems that bring people to seek therapy, including but not limited to addictions, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, pain management, life transitions, and trauma.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, 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
Augustina Urubusi

Augustina Urubusi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I have worked in Mental Health for 7 years. Graduated as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Walden University.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
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
Maria Vaquerano

Maria Vaquerano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe seeking counseling is a healthy and courageous step, especially during life transitions, some exciting, others overwhelming, and yet at times, transitions come with devasting grief and loss.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Perez

Daniel Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My experience includes substance abuse counseling, court referrals, dual diagnoses, and assisting veterans and their families with readjustment from military life.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Eva Brown

Eva Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The goal for therapy is for the client to find insight to their own strengths and by that find their own strategies for a better life, socially and otherwise.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Anne-Marie Charest

Dr. Anne-Marie Charest

Therapist

Virtual • Montecito, CA


As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, and relationships with compassion and care. In my work as a Ketamine-Assisted Therapist, I support individuals healing from developmental and other traumatic experiences, offering a safe and grounded space for growth. My approach empowers clients to move beyond feeling stuck and discover a deeper sense of truth, resilience, and self.

United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Gina Regalbuto

Gina Regalbuto

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“Gina believes that every person's story is unique and that therapy should be tailored to each individual's needs, goals, and life experiences.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
John Kane

John Kane

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe in just sitting and nodding. With 25 years of experience in clinical practice and wilderness programs, I provide a grounded, direct space for change.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Cody Elder

Cody Elder

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love working with those who have difficulties around feeling overwhelmed by life's uncertainty and want to seek their true strength and purpose.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
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
Lillian Channing

Lillian Channing

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a somatic therapist, and my approach is to always have a lens focused on how your body holds your emotions.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Ashley Walay

Ashley Walay

Therapist

Virtual • California


You’re capable and use to managing a lot, but lately life feels overwhelming.

I’m Ashley Walay, LICSW, and I work with BIPOC women and LGBTQ+ individuals, professionals, single parents, and military-connected individuals (including spouses, veterans, contractors, and civilian employees) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, chronic stress, and life transitions.

I value clear, direct communication and tailor therapy to your needs, whether you want tools or space to process. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, balance, and confidence.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Victoria Johnk

Victoria Johnk

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a highly skilled therapist with a strong focus on trauma therapy, substance abuse, and mental health. I hold dual licensure as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and as an Associate Clinical Counselor. My educational background includes a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from William Jessup University and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Child Development from California State University, Chico.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Dr. Urania Acevedo

Dr. Urania Acevedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be both compassionate and productive, and that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Dr. Steven Stritt

Dr. Steven Stritt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach my work with a deep sense of compassion, a commitment to your goals, and a practical, solution-focused framework.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jenny Chouang

Jenny Chouang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Life can be difficult, but we can move forward together. Let's work together to find clarity, healing, and growth.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Oliveira

Shannon Oliveira

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to meet clients where they are at emotionally, and provide support so they feel comfortable to open up...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Elisabeth Netjes

Elisabeth Netjes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“True healing begins when we feel genuinely seen and heard. You deserve to be known, supported, have your story understood, and have help in navigating life's obstacles.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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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