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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Escondido, CA

Access mental healthcare in Escondido with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of 6,690 licensed providers. With copays ranging from $0-$40 per session, you can connect with a provider for talk therapy or medication management through flexible in-person or virtual sessions.

Dr. Shahin Carrigan

Dr. Shahin Carrigan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is problem-solving and solution-focused. Applying and training you on techniques and ways that would help you to get "unstuck" and be able to resolve your problems of daily living and thrive in your school, work, and...”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Veronica Dobson

Veronica Dobson

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My work is grounded in expertise in human sexuality, women's and men's issues, and a deep commitment to being both LGBTQIA+ affirming and religiously affirming.”
Cigna + 5 others
Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danny Martin

Danny Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, understood, and supported, while also being encouraged to grow.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Yasaman Sharifi

Yasaman Sharifi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive experience and background working with children, teens, adults, couples, families...”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Julianne Legon

Julianne Legon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take an active stance and help facilitate your own insight, adding a large dose of gentleness and compassion as well.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Suzanne Pike

Suzanne Pike

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My style is active, empowering and affirming-- whether it be to help achieve recovery from an addiction or to gain freedom from the effects of a trauma.”
Cigna + 8 others
Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Rachel Khan

Rachel Khan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe the best outcomes happen when patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment decisions.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Jonathan Maxey

Jonathan Maxey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I apply a trauma-informed and attachment perspective as a way to help provide insights into their personal experiences.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Loretta Battistoni

Loretta Battistoni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges you face.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Ronnie Fernandez

Ronnie Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Downey, CA


Ronnie Fernandez is a Clinical Therapist (LCSW), based out of Downey, CA. Ronnie offers individual therapy (in-person and online). As a husband and father to two young children, I understand that the roles at home and in the workplace have changed dramatically over the last few generations.

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Texeira

Deborah Texeira

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in treating complex trauma across a wide range of functioning levels, from high functioning individuals navigating careers, relationships, and daily stressors to clients who may require stabilization and more intensive emotional support.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Amber Locke

Amber Locke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alpine, CA


“I am a clinically strong psychiatric nurse practitioner who prioritizes patient safety, ethical practice, and clear communication above all else.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angie Sanchez

Angie Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can show up fully as yourself, feel heard, and begin making meaningful changes at your own pace.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Roushion

Courtney Roushion

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“My approach is therapy should be client centered and feel like a normal conversation between two people.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Mary Wade

Mary Wade

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Mary, and I want you to know that whatever's bringing you here — anxiety that won't quiet down, a relationship that's fraying, grief you can't shake, or patterns you keep repeating despite your best efforts — you don't have to figure it out alone. I've worked with individuals, couples, families, and teens facing some of life's hardest chapters, and I genuinely believe that the right support at the right time changes everything.

I'm California-licensed and offer telehealth sessions statewide, which means flexible, private care from wherever you're most comfortable. I accept Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, and Carelon Behavioral Health, and I'm happy to help you understand your benefits before your first session.

Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lindsay Siddons

Lindsay Siddons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Templeton, CA


“Play Therapy lets children communicate through play - toys are their words and play is their language.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Kimbell-Awoleye

Candice Kimbell-Awoleye

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using a compassionate person-centered approach, I help clients gain insight into their thoughts, build effective coping skills, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Festus Obonna

Festus Obonna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am empathetic and professionally driven, paying close attention to your unique needs in terms of mental health to assist you in overcoming challenges and achieving mental well-being.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stacie Sanborn

Stacie Sanborn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Vacaville, CA


I’m a dual board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, integrative mental health care for children, teens, adults and older folks. My approach combines evidence-based medicine with mindfulness, somatic awareness, and trauma-informed therapy. I integrative treatment modalities such as Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, EMDR and play/art/pet therapy. The care you will receive is collaborative, calming, and deeply human as we underlying patterns and life experiences that shape well-being.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Sandhya Suresh

Sandhya Suresh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, practical, and supportive, helping you better understand yourself while building simple, actionable steps forward.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Vicki Xoi

Vicki Xoi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“With nine years of experience in the mental health field, I combine clinical expertise with an energetic and solution-oriented mindset.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Elizabeth Hebard

Elizabeth Hebard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My communication style is relaxed, friendly, and authentic. I often interject humor to help my clients feel comfortable.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jordan Gutierrez

Jordan Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is not to tell you who you are, but to walk alongside you and help you better understand yourself as you grow and heal.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Horacio Sanchez

Horacio Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a society, we need to be aware that our mental health is as critical as our physical health for our overall well-being.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Jennifer Castellanos

Jennifer Castellanos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to highlight your strengths, foster growth, and create a supportive space to explore your story.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Alexandra Portnoy

Alexandra Portnoy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She worked closely with probation-based youth, DCFS, and foster youth for over 11 years, gaining invaluable experience in addressing complex mental health and substance use issues.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Jesse Engdahl

Jesse Engdahl

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Holistic, solution-based counseling, incorporating mindfulness, goal-setting, and assessment of strengths and needs.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Jude Ekenta

Jude Ekenta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My role is to help you make sense of what you're experiencing and create a clear path toward feeling more stable, focused, and in control.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sierra Postler - Jones

Sierra Postler - Jones

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe and collaborative space where clients feel truly heard, seen and understood.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Rory Cohen

Rory Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Dr. Favor Osakwe

Dr. Favor Osakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to effectively diagnose and treat you with the least amount of medication possible, utilizing a combination of therapy, integrative, and holistic approaches tailored to your specific needs.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Hector Montes

Hector Montes

Therapist

Virtual • Compton, CA


“I am certified in TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy), CPP (child parent psychotherapy)...”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Inquisitive
Candice Richardson

Candice Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment that fosters a space of healing, love, acceptance, and warmth through collaborative work.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Rebecca Moreno

Rebecca Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to help you feel empowered and hopeful, while providing you the tools you need to navigate through your hardships.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Marian Formanes

Marian Formanes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a creative Fil-Am therapist, I am committed to being fully present so that you can know that, when you feel inadequate, you have someone curious to explore that feeling with you rather than prescribe you cookie-cutter wisdom.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nelson Gomez

Dr. Nelson Gomez

Psychologist

Virtual • Pomona, CA


“I personalize my treatments by being sensitive to client's needs. I apply state of the art treatments based on Cognitive Behavioral, Interpersonal and Multicultural evidenced-based practices.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Tranesha Mautz

Tranesha Mautz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't bring a one-size-fits-all approach to my sessions because real people don't fit neatly into protocols.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tess Norton

Tess Norton

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m an LMFT who uses a psychodynamic, client-centered approach. I help young adults better handle life’s stressors, keep perfectionism in check, and grow their self-esteem. I want to help people feel more connected to themselves and others. I enjoy working with Gen Z and Millennials who are navigating their unique paths in life. I mostly work with anxiety, whether it stems from familial stress (due to filial piety or trauma) or societal pressures (due to gender expectations or political factors). I also work with social anxiety and self-esteem issues.

Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
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.”
Cigna + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
James Castillo

James Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy with an open mind. This is the patient's journey, and I am here to guide them through processing trauma, experiences, thoughts, and feelings by providing a safe and secure environment.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Direct, Empowering, Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

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