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Anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in La Jolla, CA

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Top anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in La Jolla, CA

Find compassionate anxiety and depression support in La Jolla with 8,620 licensed therapists specializing in evidence-based approaches like CBT, behavioral activation, and stress management. Headway connects you with providers experienced in treating mood disorders through flexible virtual or in-person sessions, with many accepting insurance to help you save on care.

Kathy Wei

Kathy Wei

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is empathetic, direct, and solution-focused, using practical tools and evidence-based approaches to help clients build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Lauren Villanueva

Lauren Villanueva

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you feel seen, heard, and understood as a whole person—not just a collection of symptoms.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Cervantes

Jessica Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Porterville, CA


“I'm here to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where healing can begin and growth can happen.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yanina Rivera Lopez

Yanina Rivera Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


“My goal is to offer a space where you don't have to shrink or translate parts of yourself, where your emotional world is taken seriously...”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Anne Perkins

Dr. Anne Perkins

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I am currently a licensed psychologist in California, having previously worked as a psychotherapist under supervision for over 14 years. As an independent practitioner, I am accepting new clients, both in person and by remote means.

I seem to work especially well with younger and middle-aged people who are creatively inclined and having difficulty with self-realization and/or interpersonal relationships, from important relationships to everyday interactions with others. In the past, I have worked in community-based and private addiction recovery settings across a wide demographic. I specialize in trauma informed treatment that includes PTSD, depression, anxiety and phobias.

I seem to work especially well with younger and middle-aged people who are creatively inclined and having difficulty with self-realization and/or interpersonal relationships, from important relationships to everyday interactions with others.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nichelle Alva

Nichelle Alva

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about serving multicultural and traditionally-underserved communities which may includes teens and young adults, folks with family issues, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, neurodivergent folks, and those w/ chronic health conditions.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Soto

Patricia Soto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe we already have the solutions to what we are faced with... we've just forgotten how to identify them.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristi Mills

Kristi Mills

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand grief and addiction from personal experience... I spent the majority of my counseling career helping to heal individuals who were incarcerated for substance use and mental illness.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ami Gonzalez

Ami Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stevenson Ranch, CA


“Working therapeutically with teenagers, young adults and their families for over a decade has been inspiring.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elaine Pritchard

Elaine Pritchard

Therapist

Virtual • Pleasanton, CA


“I'm easy-going, empathetic, and look at things a little differently outside the box to find new paths to fulfillment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Schasker

Kristina Schasker

Therapist

Virtual • San Ramon, CA


“I help clients uncover the negative thought patterns and beliefs that are getting in the way of feeling balanced, happy and satisfied in their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicole Pertuiset

Nicole Pertuiset

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like asking for feedback at the end of each session to ensure I'm tailoring sessions around what you are needing.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniela Lazar

Daniela Lazar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Northridge, CA


good listener , kind , open mind

I have 6 years of experience in mental health with focus on addiction medicine in patient and out patient , mental health stabilization in patient

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashley Wettlaufer

Ashley Wettlaufer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA


Most of us aren't born knowing how to navigate relationships, understand our emotions, or process trauma. Many things influence how we react and behave, but that doesn't mean we can't grow. My goal is to help you build confidence through discovering your self-worth and practicing self-compassion. My priority is creating a safe, judgment-free environment where you feel comfortable. I show up as my authentic self to build trust with you. I'm an empathetic listener and communicate in a calm, gentle, respectful way. My job isn't to tell you what to do, but to help you process and explore topics to build self-awareness and confidence.

Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kimberly George

Kimberly George

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Kimberly believes our emotional wellness involves the entire body whereby other practices and modalities can and should be used along with talk therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicole Zubia

Nicole Zubia

Therapist

Virtual • California


Greetings! I am a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT and LPCC) with a background in community mental health. I engage my clients in a warm, compassionate, philosophical, and non-judgmental way. Using a collaborative approach and evidence-based modalities to address a range of mental health issues, I help clients reach their therapeutic goals and achieve a greater sense of wholeness, personal agency, and lasting positive change.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Monique Gonzales

Monique Gonzales

Therapist

Virtual • San Andreas, CA


“I believe therapy should feel collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each individual's unique needs.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Robert Buhrow

Robert Buhrow

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a pragmatic Solution Focus approach to motivate change. Specific Evidence Based skills are taught and practiced.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Kenesha Mitchell

Dr. Kenesha Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m a therapist who believes you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. My approach is client-centered, meaning we’ll work together to focus on your goals and what matters most to you. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel comfortable being open and truly heard. Whether you’re dealing with stress, depression, trauma, grief, anxiety, or life transitions, I’m here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luisa Quintanilla

Luisa Quintanilla

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a compassionate and dedicated LCSW with a deep passion for helping individuals navigate their unique mental health challenges and achieve lasting personal growth. I believe that every individual and relationship has the capacity for healing and transformation. I am experienced in working with individuals (children, adolescents, and adults) experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, relationship conflicts, low self-esteem, and adjustment issues.

Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Patrick-Calvillo

Stephanie Patrick-Calvillo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Gold River, CA


“My style is warm yet direct. I offer honest observations, genuinely honor your lived experience, and provide sincere encouragement when the path feels especially difficult.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Veronica Munguia-Guizar

Veronica Munguia-Guizar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a latinx anti-oppressive and trauma-informed therapist specializing in serving individuals from marginalized experiences (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent folks).”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Farah

Joanna Farah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


I work with adults and teens navigating trauma, burnout, identity, and the particular exhaustion of being a sensitive person in a fast-changing world. My work goes beyond talk therapy to build a flexible nervous system, helping to regulate it, reduce symptoms of trauma, and build resilience.

Many of the people I work with are doing everything right on paper. They are the ones who keep showing up, holding it together, being the person everyone else leans on. And they are exhausted in a way that is hard to explain to the people around them. They worry they are making the wrong choices or that everyone else has it together.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shebna Osanmoh

Shebna Osanmoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“With many years of experience in psychiatric nursing, he has developed expertise in holistic and individualized psychiatric assessments, crisis interventions, and culturally appropriate solutions to mental health care issues.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kacey Klein

Kacey Klein

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hey, I'm Kacey and I am passionate about working with people in their 20s and 30s who are looking to build confidence, cope with life transitions, and challenge negative self-talk.

Being a human can be complex and challenging - my goal is to help it feel less overwhelming and isolating. I offer a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space where we can work together to explore your experiences, beliefs, and goals.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Delia Fortunato

Maria Delia Fortunato

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My passion is to empower you to achieve your goals towards better quality of life through collaborative patient-provider partnership...”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Josie Valderrama

Dr. Josie Valderrama

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


“I believe the real work happens in the thirteen days between appointments, when learning is practiced in your real world!”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katrin Harrison

Katrin Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe in my bones that everyone is capable of healing and I'm honored to play a role in that process.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stuart Riskin

Stuart Riskin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I bring a grounded, compassionate approach to therapy that's shaped by decades of working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan and across diverse life experiences.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sharon Montgomery

Sharon Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, relational and grounded in empathy. My work is informed by years of experience, and a genuine love of people.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Khusbu Orozco

Khusbu Orozco

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help clients feel understood while supporting them in building healthier relationships, greater self-awareness, and meaningful change in their lives.”
Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carlos Olmos

Carlos Olmos

Therapist

Virtual • Covina, CA


“I approach therapy as a collaborative process that supports growth, learning, and a more satisfying engagement with life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandi Halsted

Brandi Halsted

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Psychodynamic therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience in offering a deep, insight-oriented approach to healing. My practice is built on the belief that understanding our past is the key to transforming our future. I specialize in helping individuals uncover the underlying patterns and unconscious processes that shape their current lives.

My therapy style is both empathetic and analytical, tailored specifically to your unique history. Together, we will explore the "why" behind your experiences, fostering profound self-awareness and lasting emotional growth in a secure, supportive space. Whether you are navigating trauma, relationship issues, or major life transitions, I am here to help you move toward long-term resolution and authenticity.

Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Sharon

Denise Sharon

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“As a clinical psychologist who is also board certified in sleep medicine, I have found that healthy, restorative sleep is the foundation of emotional wellness...”
Depression, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Women's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Poonlarp Lurslurchachai

Poonlarp Lurslurchachai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I specialize in medication management. I work with individuals dealing with ADHD, mood dysregulation, depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and insomnia.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Saba Kerendian

Saba Kerendian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and conversational. I can attune to my client's specific needs, and utilize an approach that helps them gain a deeper understanding of the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ramos

Jennifer Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • Covina, CA


“I provide a safe, nurturing, and collaborative space to explore emotions, build resilience, and begin the healing process.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Alvarez

Sandra Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is strength-based, person-centered, and collaborative. I will work alongside you, focusing on your unique strengths while offering compassion, patience, and understanding throughout the process.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimberly Lewis

Kimberly Lewis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience working in mental health, with a primary focus on women’s mental health. I support women navigating depression, anxiety, burnout, and life transitions, especially those who appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed or emotionally exhausted internally.

I believe deeply in the power of words and how they shape our mental and emotional well-being. My work is rooted in speaking life, clarity, and hope into spaces where patients may feel discouraged or stuck. I work with all adults who are seeking thoughtful, intentional, holistic care.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Plaxco

Jamie Plaxco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Jolla, 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.

Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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