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

Encino residents can access talk therapy and medication management through Headway's 2,873 provider network with UnitedHealthcare coverage. Flexible virtual and in-person sessions with copays from $0-$30 mean quality mental healthcare fits your schedule and budget.

Traysi Flores Izquierdo

Traysi Flores Izquierdo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“If you are someone who is sensitive, thoughtful with words, and tends to process emotions slowly, therapy that pushes quick change may have felt overwhelming or misaligned in the past.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Miyoung Son

Miyoung Son

Therapist

Virtual • California


Reaching out for help can be challenging for many. As psychotherapy aims at positive changes you desire, I am honored to provide a safe place for your self-exploration and reflection in which you can gain your inner peace and change you long for. Being specialized in trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence, I can offer some resolution in your trauma work. Trauma can penetrate not only your emotional well-being but also almost every facet of your life.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Michelle Anley

Michelle Anley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a collaborative journey, where therapist and client work together as partners in healing and self-discovery.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Maddie Asghari

Maddie Asghari

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“Mental health treatment shouldn't feel like something that happens to you—it should feel like something you're actively creating for yourself.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Christina Stelly

Christina Stelly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“I believe every person deserves dignified, individualized care — and if you are ready to take the next step, I warmly welcome the opportunity to connect and support you.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Susan Wrenn

Susan Wrenn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and deeply attuned to your unique story. Together, we create a safe, non-judgmental space where healing, clarity, and growth become possible.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Rebecca Blakesley

Rebecca Blakesley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“My treatment philosophy emphasizes both celebrating neurodivergent strengths and addressing genuine challenges.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Jamie Plaxco

Jamie Plaxco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


IMPORTANT: All clients must complete our intake form and sign our policies before their appointment. Please complete these documents at https://intakeq.com/new/6oakjo/lusjbb or contact us at 602-800-4699 (call or text). Please also email or text us a copy of your photo ID/driver's license at [email protected]

For the most current schedule and openings, please book directly on our website at https://mentalhealthpractitioners.com/book-appointment/ or call us at 415-968-6515.

As a PMHNP-BC who specializes in autism, complex cases, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD/trauma, schizophrenia/psychosis disorders, and substance use, I've built my practice around understanding that every person's mental health journey is unique—especially when multiple conditions interact or when traditional approaches haven't worked.

I also provide comprehensive treatment for depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood disorders, and bipolar disorder, always with an understanding that these conditions often overlap and influence each other in complex ways. What I want you to know is this: your experiences are valid, your struggles make sense in the context of your life, and there's no such thing as being "too much" for treatment.

Whether you're masking autistic traits, battling compulsive behaviors, managing intense emotions, processing trauma, questioning reality, or struggling with substances, I meet you exactly where you are without trying to force you into a predetermined mold. My approach combines evidence-based treatments with deep respect for your individual needs and experiences.

You deserve a provider who doesn't see complexity as a problem to solve, but as a roadmap to understanding how to best support your unique path to wellness.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Emily Samuel

Emily Samuel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“Emily's therapeutic approach is a mixture of supportive therapy and motivational interviewing; she thoroughly evaluates your entire mental health in a way that makes you feel connected and supported, and provides you with positive energy, strength...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Lori Guidinglight

Lori Guidinglight

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a collaborative partner in your healing. My approach is holistic, integrative, and deeply strengths-based—meaning we don't just look at what's heavy or broken, but we focus on the natural resilience and tools you already carry.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
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
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“My clinical focus includes autism spectrum disorders, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, schizophrenia and psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Anne San Juan

Anne San Juan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am straightforward and pragmatic. I look to get to the issue's core to help you move toward what you want and need.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nancy Gonzalez-McKenzie

Nancy Gonzalez-McKenzie

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a survivor, am the first person in my family to earn a college degree and am driven to not only continue to hold myself accountable but also my patients accountable when it comes to meeting their full potential.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sarah Girling

Sarah Girling

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create an open and safe environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Stress management, Trauma
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Davi Weber

Davi Weber

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from an emotionally-focused, attachment-based lens. I enjoy working with adults living with challenges such as attachment wounds, trauma, anxiety, codependence, and ADHD...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Shannon Callaghan

Shannon Callaghan

Therapist

Virtual • Fountain Valley, CA


My passion for psychology comes from a place of wanting to listen, understand and empower change. As we build a trusting relationship my approach is collaborative and proactive. My career has led me to work in primary mental health, addiction treatment, and working with various diagnoses and a widely diverse population including marginalized individuals, unhoused, sexual assault victims, former military, American Indians, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oluchi Iwuoha

Oluchi Iwuoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ontario, CA


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and personalized. I believe in working closely with my clients to understand their goals and create treatment plans that support lasting emotional wellness.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nadine Mejia

Nadine Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal with therapy is to provide a safe and open space to process and prioritize a growth mindset. I tailor my therapeutic approach to best match the needs of the client and truly believe in promoting acceptance. Some modalities I have experience with and may incorporate into therapy are Acceptance Compassion Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Here-and-now Counseling, Trauma-Informed, and Holistic. I have a passion for working with individuals who are looking to unpack complex emotions and experiences that have shaped their understanding of the world.

United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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
Okechuku Nwanganga

Okechuku Nwanganga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am more interested in empowering you to make your own decisions than I am in you doing what is "right."”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Kaitlyn McNulty

Kaitlyn McNulty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We all thrive when we are listened to and feel understood so I hope to create a space where you feel welcomed and safe.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nancy Chuks-Orji

Dr. Nancy Chuks-Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Mental health is deeply personal, and I believe in providing compassionate, individualized care that considers not just symptoms, but the whole person.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Julio Garibay

Julio Garibay

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring in a bicultural perspective in therapy that invites me to be culturally attuned and address the rooted issues related to our mental health struggles.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sazia Malek

Sazia Malek

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, thoughtful, and solution-oriented. I prioritize creating a space where you feel genuinely comfortable being open...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
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
Anne Brace

Anne Brace

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients find me to be curious about their experiences and respectful of their readiness to share difficult information.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Valderene DaPaixao Passos Waian

Valderene DaPaixao Passos Waian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mendy Mejia

Mendy Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a multicultural approach that helps to understand each client's individual needs through empathy, active listening, and a nonjudgmental standpoint to support healing and growth.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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
Melissa Gilbarg

Melissa Gilbarg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pinole, CA


Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, low motivation and self-esteem, relationship issues, or simply just feeling stuck in life? Maybe you don't know how to describe how you're feeling yet. Together we can find the spark to make the changes you desire, get you feeling like yourself again, or figure out who you truly are.

United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Patrick Reeves

Dr. Patrick Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively but I'm not passive—I'll offer observations, ask uncomfortable questions when necessary, and help you see patterns you might not see yourself.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Claudia Estrada

Claudia Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Her approach is warm, supportive, and holistic, helping clients explore the root of their challenges while building practical coping skills.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Katherane Rackleff

Katherane Rackleff

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a special interest in exploring how relationships, childhood experiences, and trauma affect our daily experience of ourselves and others.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Faith Ogala

Faith Ogala

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Faith is empathetic, knowledgeable, and patient. She takes the time to listen to her patients, so they feel heard and understood.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Leonard Noel

Leonard Noel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting clients in navigating the challenges of life through Eastern Spirituality, Mindfulness, Narrative therapy & Brainspotting.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Isabella Lavert

Isabella Lavert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a positive, healthy, and trusting space to encourage you to dig deeper and better understand yourself :)”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

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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