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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA

Find UnitedHealthcare-covered therapy in La Mesa with 2,883 licensed providers across California. Sessions start at around $30 copay, available online or in-person within two weeks. Headway works with your insurance so you can focus on your mental health journey.

Ashley Bishop

Ashley Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a combination of compassion and accountability to help you find the right path and overcome obstacles to your happiness.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Mary Ann Fornes

Mary Ann Fornes

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I use EMDR to help reprocess painful memories, and I integrate Inner Child Therapy with IFS (Internal Family Systems), also known as parts work, a powerful and effective approach for relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Humorous

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Elsa Quintanilla

Elsa Quintanilla

Therapist

Virtual • Kingsburg, CA


“For the past 18 years, I've been dedicated to practicing psychotherapy. As both a practitioner and a lifelong student of depth psychotherapy, I strive to embrace the whole person—emotionally, physically, and spiritually.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Claudia Estrada

Claudia Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is supportive, goal-focused, and practical. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and solution-focused strategies...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Beth Bobbitt

Beth Bobbitt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to guide you with compassion, empower you with new skills, and give you the tools to thrive.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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Dr. Gary Bushweiler

Dr. Gary Bushweiler

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have been trained in a variety of evidence-based approaches in therapy. Since every individual is unique, I use my knowledge and experience to determine and use the skills and techniques best suited for the client and their circumstances in life.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Darren Blatt

Darren Blatt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is relationship driven and person-centered, which means I don't try to fit you into the way I "do" therapy; rather, I meet each person...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Laura Helquist

Laura Helquist

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and flexible, drawing on evidence-based techniques Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Caitlin Deitz

Caitlin Deitz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the most important aspect of the therapeutic process is to build a strong rapport with my clients.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Avana Pace

Avana Pace

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I work from a client-centered perspective to understand the goals my clients have...”
United Healthcare + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Bart Liles

Bart Liles

Therapist

Virtual • California


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.

United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Marisa Pappas

Marisa Pappas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping adults heal from developmental and relational trauma, grief & loss, and self-exploration.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Corrine Cusio

Corrine Cusio

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I find it rewarding when clients gain insight, learn new skills and are empowered to create change in their lives.”
United Healthcare + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Kara McCafferty

Kara McCafferty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is most successful when a client feels: respected, free to express their experience without fear of judgement, supported, and appropriately challenged.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Heather Peebles

Heather Peebles

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I specialize in CBT, trauma informed therapy, motivational interviewing, and strength based interventions.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sheridan Henderson

Sheridan Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe in your ability to grow, heal, change. I ask you to be real, and I am real in return. I talk truth. I listen. I cuss sometimes. I crack jokes.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Yasaman Sharifi

Yasaman Sharifi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive experience and background working with children, teens, adults, couples, families...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Casandra Moyer

Casandra Moyer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


“She works with children from 5 to 6 years old, adolescents, and older adults (senior) with autism, attention deficit disorder, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use problems, and more.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Energetic

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Maida Ferraes

Maida Ferraes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, compassionate, and patient. We carry many judgments from the world and ourselves, we do not need any additional pressure.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Matthew Swan

Matthew Swan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a light hearted environment, therapy does not always have to be serious, too often therapist create a space that is stuffy and where nothing grows.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lisa Hirsch Cordeiro

Lisa Hirsch Cordeiro

Therapist

Virtual • Petaluma, CA


I am a mental health specialist who has been in the private and non profit services for children and adolescents for over 25 years

I hold the belief that many of life’s challenges including mental health can become strengths and lead to deeper meaning and purpose.

United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
James Carr

James Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Visalia, CA


“I want clients to feel they are accepted and respected as well as taking back the power they may have lost along the way.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Stevie Van Eck

Stevie Van Eck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chico, CA


“I am a well-equipped therapist with a background in psychology and social work, specializing in crisis intervention and trauma recovery for clients from ages 13 through elderly.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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Festus Obonna

Festus Obonna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Altos, CA


“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.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ivania Guerrero

Ivania Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She believes that the therapeutic relationship is a fundamental part of the healing process as it provides a safe space for the client to reconnect to their wholeness.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Stephanie Howard

Stephanie Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in using a strengths-based, client focused approach to help clients reach their personal goals in therapy.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chidinma Nwankwo

Chidinma Nwankwo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“She prioritizes building a solid therapeutic relationship with her patients based on trust, empathy, and respect.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Nicholas Prelesnik

Nicholas Prelesnik

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Ana, CA


“I've been told by clients that they appreciate my no-nonsense approach and calling out unhealthy behaviors.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Vanessa Engelbert

Vanessa Engelbert

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“Vanessa is a client-centered, strength-based therapist who will meet you where you are, listen with empathy, and provide you with support and unconditional positive regard.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Michael Marchant

Michael Marchant

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Since getting my graduate degree from UC Berkeley 25 years ago, I've worked with adults from diverse backgrounds seeking help with a range of issues.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carly Singh

Carly Singh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is trauma informed, eclectic and somatically oriented. I integrate my trainings in Hakomi (mindfulness-based somatic psychotherapy) into much of my work.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Teryn Leaper

Teryn Leaper

Therapist

Virtual • California


Teryn Leaper has a Masters in Counseling

Psychology from Mount Saint Mary's University.

She is currently board certified with the BBS in

California and BHEC in Texas.

Teryn has been spent the last decade in Los

Angeles and has been living in Texas for the last

year. Outside of work Teryn likes to read, write

short stories and poems and knit.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Nicole Young

Nicole Young

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Every client & their needs & goals are unique. Therefore, this is an individually tailored & collaborative process & we will work at your pace, focusing on your priorities.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

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Dr. Yetunde Falade

Dr. Yetunde Falade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that healing begins with being truly heard. I take time to listen to my clients' stories, experiences, and concerns without judgment.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alex Melkumian

Alex Melkumian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use an empathic and empowering approach, blending insights from sports psychology, traditional therapy, and financial wellness practices.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Maria Nina Joy Aguirre

Maria Nina Joy Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual • Woodland Hills, CA


“I have a special passion for supporting women throughout their pregnancy and postpartum journey that might be struggling with body image issues, caring for a newborn, anxiety, depression, traumatic birth experience, relationship conflicts, and...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Tyisha Fletcher

Tyisha Fletcher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Anaheim, CA


“I like a positive and holistic approach to mental health care. I think it is important to find balance in your life and it starts with improving self-esteem and good self-care.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jaspreet Takhar

Jaspreet Takhar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Glendale, CA


“She provides compassionate and holistic care to support patients in working towards their mental health goals.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Audrey Sarto

Audrey Sarto

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


“I'm passionate about working with individuals who have been disempowered by society, with an emphasis on childhood trauma, intergenerational trauma, family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, sexuality, gender, non-monogamy, and relational...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Teri Dunbar

Teri Dunbar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Teri! I love integrating my Christian faith and biblical principles with therapeutic interventions. I know for many of us, we have experienced trauma that has left us wounded, and I believe God desires healing and restoration. I help individuals juggling family, work, and relationships while quietly struggling inside. Struggling with past experiences, and sometimes unresolved pain, that is affecting how you feel and function. I want to help you break free from the weight of past trauma so it doesn’t define your present or your future and I’m here to walk with you as you pursue that.

United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

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