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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Irvine, CA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Irvine, CA

Navigate postpartum challenges with Headway's network of warm, affirming providers in Irvine trained in evidence-based approaches. Flexible sessions—online or in-person—help you address postpartum mental health concerns while maintaining work-life balance.

Julie Wright

Julie Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“Sessions with me are warm, honest, and engaged. I create a space where you can speak freely, feel respected, and sort through what is heavy without pressure or judgment.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Cowles

Julie Cowles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe you are broken or needing to be fixed. I see therapy as a collaborative process of helping you reconnect with your strengths, resilience, intuition, needs, desires, feelings, inner wisdom, and self-trust.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheila Katz

Sheila Katz

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with children on the autism spectrum, offering tailored, compassionate, and effective support to meet each child and family's unique needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chinonyelum Nze

Chinonyelum Nze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Roseville, CA


Great to meet you! Taking the first step toward caring for your mental health can feel overwhelming, so I'm glad you're here. I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 13 years of experience helping adolescents and adults navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and other mental health concerns. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and personalized, and I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to reach your goals.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Julie Loeb

Julie Loeb

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Julie Loeb, a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist specializing in guiding adult clients struggling with depression, anxiety and other issues through life transitions. With 20 years in mental health, including 13 years as a psychotherapist, I offer virtual-based therapy which is empathetic support and a judgment-free space for you to be heard. My experience spans private practice and public mental health clinics, honing my clinical skills and delivering successful outcomes. Get the tools you need today to thrive not just survive.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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.”
Maternal mental health, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalia Mathis

Natalia Mathis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“When you're in the room with me, you'll be met with a safe and supportive environment filled with kindness, patience, and empathy.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosa Barraza

Rosa Barraza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist because I've seen how much changes when someone finally has a space that's just for them — no performing, no managing other people's feelings, just honest conversation about what's actually going on.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Regina Perlmutter

Regina Perlmutter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I determine what is most suitable for my client and my work varies from traditional methods to holistic/ New Age methods that I have developed after many years in this field.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Sawyer

Melissa Sawyer

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and have worked in mental health since 2019 across both youth and adult settings, supporting individuals with trauma, anxiety, and depression. I’m passionate about creating a space where you can better understand yourself and feel empowered to make meaningful changes. Together, we’ll explore the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so you can walk away with more clarity and options. I believe awareness leads to choice, and choice leads to power.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachel Howard

Rachel Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I am Registered Yoga Teacher, Clinical Supervisor & Consultant, as well as a Certified Focusing-Oriented Expressive Arts Practitioner.

I have almost a decade of experience working with children, adults, couples, and families in a therapeutic capacity. I specialize in trauma and family work. I am an integrative psychotherapist – integrating art therapy, play therapy, sand tray, mindfulness, astrology, spirituality, and more into therapy.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Balke

Michelle Balke

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I conduct a thorough intake at the first appointment and also provide tips, techniques, and resources to support the client in feeling better...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Veronica Harrison

Veronica Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, practical, and collaborative. I aim to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward greater clarity, confidence, and balance.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Krytle Cathey

Krytle Cathey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in women's health, including perinatal mental health, postpartum support, pregnancy loss, and navigating perimenopause and menopause.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nicole Mantegna

Dr. Nicole Mantegna

Psychologist

Virtual • Mission Viejo, CA


I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationship challenges. If you're seeking more short-term coping, we can explore the patterns shaping your experiences to support lasting, meaningful change. My approach is trauma-informed and attachment focused - always guided by your goals. Therapy is a warm, collaborative space where we process experiences, strengthen communication, and build more secure, fulfilling relationships.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chally Grundwag

Chally Grundwag

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Mateo, CA


Hello,

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. My goal as a therapist is to support you in your journey to regain trust in your unique strengths and overcome life's challenging situations, and help you make your life happier and more meaningful. My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive.

I have been in practice for over a decade, and work with a wide range of conditions including trauma, depression and complex life transitions.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Deborah Wagner

Deborah Wagner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“Together in a safe environment we will work mindfully in the here and now, looking back at your history when we need to...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lara Zaghikian

Lara Zaghikian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I primarily use Integrative Therapy, combining aspects of various schools of thought, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Melissa Myers

Melissa Myers

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes that therapy works best when you feel truly heard — not judged. I bring warmth, honesty, and a no-nonsense approach to our work together. My goal is for every client to leave each session feeling a little more understood and a little more equipped than when they walked in. I work with most major insurance plans, so getting quality care shouldn't have to break the bank.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Layedra

Alicia Layedra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel seen, respected, and supported exactly as you are.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jenna Failinger

Jenna Failinger

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a former collegiate athlete, I have a passion for working with athletes navigating the unique pressures of competition, performance, identity, and life transitions.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rebecca Heisler

Rebecca Heisler

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ana Melendez

Ana Melendez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, tailoring our work to your unique needs, goals, and experiences.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Robin Austin

Robin Austin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach involves building on your strengths as an individual, and using your personal values as a guide to create a fulfilling and authentic life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julia Tucker

Julia Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe your emotional wellbeing is connected to your relationships, your nervous system, your body, and your life circumstances, and I treat it that way.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Rose Polk

Julia Rose Polk

Therapist

Virtual • California


You've done meaningful therapeutic work and you're ready to go deeper. You're successful in the external markers of your life, but you know there's more—greater depth, connection, and purpose waiting for you. You've addressed foundational trauma, and now you want to explore subtler patterns: how you hold back in intimacy, the meanings you're searching for, the fuller expression of yourself you sense is possible. You may be curious about psychedelic-assisted therapy as a tool for profound insight. You're not dealing with crisis, but are looking for a guide who can support you in moving from survival to fully living in your wholeness.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sheila Clifford

Sheila Clifford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am strengths based and use CBT/DBT. It is incredibly important to me that you feel that your strengths are highlighted and utilized as we build a plan for the healthiest version of yourself.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gabriela Pineda

Gabriela Pineda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work especially well with women and mothers who are used to putting everyone else first and want to feel more calm, confident, and emotionally grounded.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patricia Riley

Patricia Riley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in each individual's right to self determination. Life can have multiple challenges, but with a thoughtful approaches it can reduce the power over us the challenges can have.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anna Espericueta

Anna Espericueta

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert of your own experience, and my role is to walk alongside you—offering guidance, empathy, and practical support.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Catherine Stansell

Catherine Stansell

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have a Master's Degree in Counseling, Marriage, and Family from Phillips Graduate Institute.

I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from UCSB.

I typically work with clients who have a history of trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, and managing anxiety, The clients I work with are very motivated to make changes in their lives.

I worked with high-risk, traumatized, and abused youth for many years. I find practicing therapy very rewarding. Assisting my clients to work through life challenges and progress in their life journey is a privilege.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alissa Vergona

Alissa Vergona

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience helping clients deal with feelings of stress and anxiety using mindfulness techniques.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Infertility, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne Pugh

Anne Pugh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm not here to push gratitude or silver linings. I'm here to help you process what's actually happening and build something more sustainable on the other side.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yaifeh Chafeh

Yaifeh Chafeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and treated with kindness. I create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, mood changes, and other mental health concerns. Along with medication management, I also use supportive therapy techniques, including CBT and motivational interviewing, to help clients build healthy coping skills and feel more confident in their daily lives.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Natalie Trzeciak-Hardwick

Natalie Trzeciak-Hardwick

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the beauty of the therapeutic space is that there is safety to explore and own the story that has shaped who you are.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Freaney

Kathleen Freaney

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that personalized therapy is the future of healthcare. By treating each family... as unique and tailoring treatment plans to meet their specific needs, I strive to strengthen people's ability to make positive, lasting changes in their...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Belinda Reser

Belinda Reser

Therapist

Virtual • California


I offer a supportive, affirming space where clients can show up authentically. I guide individuals in rediscovering themselves and taking meaningful steps toward a more purposeful and aligned life.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Nguman

Rebecca Nguman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel like a real conversation. We'll work together to explore who you are, what you want, and how to make each day feel a little lighter.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ann Cleary

Ann Cleary

Therapist

Virtual • California


What patterns keep repeating in your life, even when part of you wants something different? I work with infants, children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with a particular focus on experiences that are hard to put into words: the quiet accumulation of feeling disconnected or unseen, questions around adoption and family origins, infertility, the emotional weight of becoming a parent, and the grief that comes when life takes an unexpected shape. A lot of what brings people to therapy is not a single event. It builds. I trained at UCLA and bring both clinical depth and genuine warmth to this work.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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