Find a therapist in Gardena, CA — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Gardena, CA accepting new patients
Looking for therapy in Gardena? Our network of 8,380 licensed providers offers flexible scheduling and compassionate care. Serving Gardena neighborhoods and surrounding areas like Torrance and Manhattan Beach, we support talk therapy and medication management with many sessions covered by insurance.
Seeking help can be the first step to acquire greater understanding and insight into our lives and relationships.
I believe everyone needs help from time to time.
I specialize in evening and weekend appointments. Later appointments are available, please request your needs.
I am a friendly goal-oriented therapist who believes strongly in positive self-reinforcement. I have a Master's degree from La Tech University with a background in private practice for over 20 years. I am Licensed in Louisiana and Texas as a professional counselor. I am also Licensed as a marriage and family therapist in Louisiana.
Hi there! I’m glad you’re here. Seeking support takes courage, and I’m honored to be part of your journey.
I’m Daniel, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who provides therapy in both English and Mandarin. I work with adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and cultural or identity-related concerns.
My goal is to create a warm and supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I look forward to walking alongside you as you navigate this chapter of your life.
I bring 14 + years of experience providing thrrapy in both private and clinical settings. My work is grounded in a client centered strengths-based approach, rooted in unconditional, positive regard and a commitment to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where client can openly share their stories.
I identify as neurodivergent and have personally and professionally navigated ADHD. This experience allows me to bring both clinical knowledge lived understanding to my work, helping clients recognize their strengths, develop effective strategies, and move toward meaningful growth and stability.
I am a caring and compassionate person who genuinely wants to help others. I
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I’m Megan , an LMFT , licensed in California. I am an easy going , kind and compassionate psychotherapist who provides a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to process life’s challenges and grow in self awareness . I empower clients to find their peace and restore balance.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree from the University of Massachusetts Global. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in multiple settings facing various complex mental health issues, including OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD and mood disorders.
Hola, Soy Christina Zapata, mi pronombre es ella. Hello, I'm Christina Zapata, my pronouns are she and her. I am bilingual (English/Spanish), bi-and pan cultural. My professional training is in clinical social work. I started out in depth-oriented psychotherapy in 2012, moved to family work with foster and adoptive families in the middle part of my career and have returned to psychodynamic, systems-oriented psychotherapy with individuals and families since 2017. I have experience working with Transgender individuals, those in current or former relationships where intimate partner violence is present, foster and adopted youth, and Spanish speaking political and economic refugees and immigrants. I am trained in EMDR. I have undertaken a three year grief training to help people stay connected to, sit with and move through pain. More recently, I am adding to my practice work around supporting individuals who are experiencing stress and confusion in their workplace.
Great to meet you!
As a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and overall well-being. Seeking help can be very difficult, so congratuations on taking that first step! I've been working to help teenagers and young adults over the past 15 years and look forward to supporting you in this journey!
Hi, I'm Carmen! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 4 years of experience supporting individuals, children, and families through life's toughest moments. I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, depression, mood challenges, neurodivergence, self-esteem struggles, parenting stress, chronic pain, insomnia, and major life transitions. What drives me is creating a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported—because I believe in meeting you exactly where you are.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Gardena, CA
- 97%Anxiety
- 92%Relationship issues
- 89%Depression
- 83%Stress management
- 81%Family issues
- 98%Aetna
- 69%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 64%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 56%Providence Health Plan
- 53%Cigna
- 97%English
- 14%Spanish
- 3%Armenian
- 1%Arabic
- 1%Farsi
- 94%In-person or online
- 6%In-person only
- 70%Woman
- 27%Man
- 3%Non-binary
- 59%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Clinical Psychologist
- 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 5%Nurse Practitioner
- 100%Individual therapy
- 36%Family therapy
- 30%Couples therapy
- 12%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Gardena
Searching for therapists in Gardena starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist experience matches that need. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties and approach match what you want to address. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, or family therapy.
Gardena has local therapy options, and nearby areas like Torrance, Hawthorne, Carson, and Manhattan Beach may add more choices. If local appointment times are limited, virtual therapy can expand access to therapists licensed in California. As you narrow your search, consider appointment availability, whether a therapist offers in-person or virtual sessions, and whether a free phone consultation is available. Reading therapist profiles before booking can help you understand their communication style, session structure, and areas of focus.
Therapy in Gardena can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, show estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront, and are accepting new patients. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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