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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA

Access mental healthcare in La Mesa with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of 6,321 licensed providers. With copay estimates around $30 per session, you can connect with therapists offering both in-person and virtual sessions, with many providers available within the next two weeks.

Mayra Bonilla

Mayra Bonilla

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and able to grow into the version of yourself you want to be.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Rebecca Yeretzian-Santana

Rebecca Yeretzian-Santana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a safe and supportive space for finding moments of peace amidst the turbulence of the unique emotional complexities you're facing.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Alexander Lee

Alexander Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a supportive and judgment-free space where clients feel heard, supported, and involved in their care.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Cara Niemeier

Dr. Cara Niemeier

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“She uses an evidence-based, holistic approach, with the goal of using the lowest effective doses of sustainable medications when needed.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Adam Wiswell

Adam Wiswell

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach to counseling is strengths based and empowerment focused. I use a collaborative and egalitarian style with people who I works with in counseling.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Cook

Katie Cook

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a warm and welcoming place for you to share your story, partnering with you in meeting your goals and breaking free.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jinnie Martinusen

Jinnie Martinusen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I view clients as the experts on their own lives, so I approach this conversation with genuine curiosity and respect for your lived experience.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Navdeep Kaur

Navdeep Kaur

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“As a new mother to a nine-month-old, she brings a compassionate, holistic perspective to her clinical practice.”
Accepts Cigna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Theresa Rodriguez

Theresa Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Alhambra, CA


“My therapeutic approach is marked by compassion and directness, creating a non-judgmental and supportive environment that embraces individuals as they are.”
Cigna + 17 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Marydonna Mattos

Marydonna Mattos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and client-centered, creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for healing and growth.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Gregory

Brittany Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is a blended approach in which I incorporate cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ECT), and Exposure Response Prevention (ERT).”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Celia Orozco

Celia Orozco

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a collaborative approach in working with clients to help decrease symptoms that are affecting their life functioning.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeanet Vargas

Jeanet Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I’m Jeanet Vargas, LCSW dedicated to supporting individuals navigating divorce, breakups, and major life transitions. I am passionate in working with first generation population and professionals managing stress, anxiety, depression, and OCD.

As a first-generation individual, you may carry unique pressures—balancing family expectations, cultural values, and personal needs—while trying to honor where you come from and where you’re headed. Together, we’ll work through these challenges, exploring tools to manage grief, anxiety, and self-doubt, and to help you reconnect with your voice and inner strength.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I'm here to listen deeply, think critically about what's happening for you specifically, and create treatment plans that actually work in your real life—not just in theory.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Larisa Escalante

Larisa Escalante

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens in safe, attuned relationships, and I work to create a space where you feel deeply seen, heard, and respected.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Monica Lara

Monica Lara

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize a collaborative approach to support clients in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves and developing the coping skills necessary to navigate life's challenges.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Jacob "Jake" Harris

Jacob "Jake" Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


Having been in therapy myself, I've experienced firsthand its positive impact, helping me overcome my anxiety and equipping me with practical tools I still use today. I understand that repeatedly answering 'How does that make you feel?' can be frustrating. Drawing from my personal experience both as a therapy client and practitioner in a treatment center setting, I bring energy into my sessions and build momentum to help clients get unstuck and face their Anxiety & OCD with confidence.

Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues, OCD
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Camellia Mazhar

Dr. Camellia Mazhar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with attachment and evidence-based models of therapy, so that you can be confident my techniques do make lasting change.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Andrew Finley

Andrew Finley

Therapist

Virtual • Pacific Grove, CA


“I emphasize the quest for purpose with my clients and make a commitment to each and every one to assist them in that journey.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Maria Deneve

Maria Deneve

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Latina BIPOC therapist who is bicultural and specializes in trauma...”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Taeko Bufford

Taeko Bufford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based Therapy, Harm Reduction, and Solution-Focused Therapy in my treatment...”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Hector Madril

Hector Madril

Therapist

Virtual • California


Feeling worried all the time? Feeling down or depressed? Dealing with negative thinking that wont go away? Having difficulties in your relationships? Struggling to maintain a balance between responsibilities and everyday challenges?

Let me help you! I will guide you to effectively manage anxiety, depression or elevated stress that may arise when dealing with past or present relationship issues, family conflict, divorce, separation, parenting difficulties, trauma, illness, loss, transitions or other life stressors.

I'm here for you! Don't tackle this alone; open yourself to professional help.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, 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...”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Kimberly Heath

Kimberly Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My style is collaborative, holistic, and patient-centered. I aim to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered in their treatment journey.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
Cigna + 14 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yingchu Mcknight

Yingchu Mcknight

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping couples to find clarity, navigate differences, rebuild trust, connect emotionally, and re-establish passion through nervous system/somatic work, trauma integration, and shadow work.”
Cigna + 6 others
Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
James Staunton

James Staunton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on the root cause of problems so that symptoms don't return. I provide insight and encourage your own insight building.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Bolin

Mary Bolin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you can achieve your goals. Sometimes you just need someone to come along side and help you make different choices.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marianne Guevarra

Marianne Guevarra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“My approach to mental wellness is holistic and psychoanalytically informed. Through collaborative exploration of your experiences, we identify patterns, deepen insight, and foster greater awareness—supporting meaningful growth and change.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Dr. Maria Baghasarian

Dr. Maria Baghasarian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a holistic and socially conscious approach to therapy, integrating spirituality and evidence-based techniques to support my clients' mental well-being.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bret Turecek

Bret Turecek

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change comes from new experiences that help us learn something different about ourselves and what we're capable of.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Liliana (Lily) Ramirez

Liliana (Lily) Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm not just your therapist — I'm a mama who has been in the trenches too. After navigating my own postpartum experience and the heartbreak of pregnancy loss, I found my purpose: walking alongside mothers and families during some of life's most tender and transforming moments. Raising my amazing autistic son has also deepened my understanding of what it means to parent with love, resilience, and a whole lot of grace.

I believe healing happens when you feel truly seen — not judged, not rushed, just held. My approach is rooted in authenticity and compassion, creating a space where your full story is welcome. Whether you are struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, grief, or the emotional weight of a special needs diagnosis, you do not have to carry it alone.

This work is personal to me. And that's exactly why I show up the way I do.

Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Chavez

Melissa Chavez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Visalia, CA


“In our first session, I will be getting to know you and setting the boundaries for therapy that allow you to feel safe.”
Cigna + 7 others
Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Jordan

Andrea Jordan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and disease management coordinator with a background in psychiatric care and medical care.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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.

Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Talia Guppy

Talia Guppy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is to empower my clients with the skills necessary so that they can be successful in managing stressors in their lives.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
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.

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Susan Gonzalez

Susan Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a bilingual/bicultural LMFT, I am committed to helping clients navigate through life's trials & experiences.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natasha Houston

Natasha Houston

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach with my clients is open and honest communication while offering a non-judgmental approach.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Teresa Avila

Teresa Avila

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a bilingual, trauma‐informed Latina clinician, I specialize in working with teens and adults (13+) navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, immigration‐related stress, and women's issues.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.