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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Laguna Beach, CA

Headway connects Laguna Beach residents with Aetna-covered mental health support through virtual or in-person sessions. Access to 8,580 providers means finding the right fit for your needs, with copays estimated around $30 and potential savings of 75% on care costs.

Fabrice Paracuellos

Fabrice Paracuellos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Laguna Beach, CA


“I integrate approaches that bring short-term relief and long-term benefits with quality of life, vibrancy, relationships, meaning, and self-appreciation.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Ilana Sashi Wasserman

Ilana Sashi Wasserman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away • Aliso Viejo, CA


“Ilana has three decades of experience working with people with catastrophic, chronic illness and loss, trauma, depression/anxiety as well as ADD/Autism.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

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Patricia Peloso

Patricia Peloso

Therapist

In-person • 4.2 mi away • Laguna Niguel, CA


“My approach is supportive and active where a person is able to explore feelings, discover inner strengths, and begin to develop a strong foundation...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Darlene Violas

Darlene Violas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Laguna Beach, CA


“I will not only challenge you to grow, but also provide unwavering support as you navigate your personal path towards healing and self-discovery.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Flavia Crovetto Hartley

Flavia Crovetto Hartley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • Laguna Niguel, CA


I’m a licensed therapist with a Master’s in Counseling with an emphasis in Child and Family Therapy, and I’m certified in Perinatal Mental Health. I work with children, adolescents, and families, and I also support moms navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the emotional challenges of early parenthood. I have experience helping with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and school-related concerns, and I especially enjoy working with children and pre-teens using play and creative approaches.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ravina Wadhwani

Ravina Wadhwani

Therapist

In-person • 4.3 mi away • Aliso Viejo, CA


“I help clients heal from anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am passionate about processing trauma and empowering you to see change in your life outside of sessions.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Danielle Roxborough

Danielle Roxborough

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Laguna Niguel, CA


Hi, I’m Danielle Roxborough, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Love is a Verb Counseling. I work with couples and individuals through a trauma-informed, relational lens because I believe relationships are where we experience both our deepest wounds and our greatest healing. My work integrates the Gottman Method, attachment-based therapy, EFT and DBT skills, and I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals and partnerships. I’m also a certified Fair Play Method facilitator, helping couples build more balanced, collaborative partnerships at home.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Jennifer Harber

Jennifer Harber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“My approach to therapy is warm, friendly, kind, and creative. I enjoy guiding clients to see a different perspective or unhealthy patterns in their lives by using traditional talk therapy, art, sand, or play.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Beverly Oden

Beverly Oden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I'm trained in body-centered therapies that help clients regulate their nervous systems and reconnect with their body's innate wisdom & ability to heal.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Roxanne Cherry

Dr. Roxanne Cherry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“I am especially effective with kids/teens, helping families implement clear boundaries and age appropriate responsibilities & privileges.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Hey

Andrew Hey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“I'm a laid-back, warm, and nonjudgmental therapist who works with adults and older adolescents navigating stress, burnout, identity concerns, and life transitions.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Marcela Castellanos

Marcela Castellanos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Lake Forest, CA


“I have helped guide adults, and adolescents from various cultural backgrounds, who struggle with various challenges in life, such as disturbances from childhood, trauma, anxiety, and depression.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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Steven Aird

Steven Aird

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Lake Forest, CA


“I focus on establishing a safe, collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, creating the framework for the work we will do together.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Billings

Dr. Lisa Billings

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy. I help individuals identify their goals and make the changes necessary to help them lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I am directive, and I provide a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment to explore the issues and life-events with which you may be struggling.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Gretchen Shibl

Gretchen Shibl

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“I strive to create a collaborative, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where every person is treated with respect, kindness, and understanding.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nicole Lawrence Testa

Nicole Lawrence Testa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“I connect with clients by listening and exploring without judgement. Clients have told me they appreciate my compassion...”
Aetna + 8 others
Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Nubia Tellis

Nubia Tellis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“I have experience in treating children and adolescents affected by anxiety, autism, depression, and trauma.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Julie DeVito

Dr. Julie DeVito

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“My patients can expect a relaxed, safe space, an environment of acceptance and non-judgement, empathy, positive regard and respect, and a collaborative approach to treatment.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Smith

Kristina Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


Hello! I'm Kris and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California and the founder of Village Wellness Center, a thriving group psychotherapy practice based in San Juan Capistrano. I have over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, and I specialize in maternal mental health, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the unique needs of women and mothers.

I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Sacramento State University and returned to school 15 years later to earn my Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology.

The beginning of my career in mental health started in residential care helping at-risk youth, and over the course of 20 years, my work and experience evolved into leading and developing clinical programs for outpatient and court-mandated facilities while also building my specialty in perinatal mood disorders and maternal mental health in my private practice. Additionally over the past two decades, I was raising my family and actively contributing to the Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano communities.

Through my own struggles with postpartum depression and anxiety, I became a passionate advocate for maternal wellness and thriving families. This became the catalyst to opening Village Wellness Center, where the ability to serve entire families and promote holistic mental wellness with a team of therapists can be achieved.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marilyn Viera

Marilyn Viera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


Hello, I have been in private practice for over 25 years with vast experiences working with all clients of all ages. I like helping with relationships, as I have been married 30years. I am open minded and easy to talk to and love emotionally intimate conversations.

Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yuriko Lopez

Yuriko Lopez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“My goal is to work closely with you to understand the challenges, identify your goals, and work collaboratively with you to find a state of health and wellness.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Liu

Richard Liu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I am deeply committed to offering care that is rooted in compassion, empathy, and extensive knowledge of mental health.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative work and I enjoy helping my clients live life to their fullest potential.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Shavvonne Walls

Shavvonne Walls

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“Imagine if your symptoms no longer controlled you. You feel safe and confident that you can face life challenges.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Together we can identify mental/emotional blocks, reprocess past disturbing memories, and develop mental agility to experience the life you deserve to flourish in.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Ali Rumani

Ali Rumani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Irvine, CA


“My approach is integrative and culturally sensitive, drawing from mindfulness-based practices, CBT, and psychodynamic work.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trinh Nguyen

Trinh Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Compassion, authenticity, and humor are the foundation of my practice as I have found them to ease the pain in the process of healing.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelby Ammann

Shelby Ammann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I work with teens and adults navigating complex trauma, anxiety, sleep concerns, and depression—often when symptoms feel persistent despite effort or prior therapy.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Sleep disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Sharon Chan

Sharon Chan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


Hello! My name is Sharon Chan and I've have over 14 years of experience. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression and trauma. I also have experience working with the highly sensitive person.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Jamisyn Atlas

Jamisyn Atlas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Living in conflict with ourselves can create deep emotional pain, making it crucial that we treat ourselves with loving kindness instead of criticism or blame.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a depth-oriented form of therapy... Together, we explore the connections between your past and present — including processing past trauma and recurring relationship patterns.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Azizeh Chamani

Azizeh Chamani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, PTSD, and anxiety related to chronic stress and difficult life experiences. I work with adults seeking lasting relief from trauma symptoms, including first responders and individuals recovering from overwhelming or life-changing events.

Aetna + 5 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tongqing Zhu

Tongqing Zhu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I focus on healing the family as a whole, not just the individual with compassion and attachment-based methods...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Vasquez

Lori Vasquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is affirming, solution-oriented, and empowering—I meet clients where they are, listen without judgment, and tailor care to their unique needs.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Ning Cornwell

Ning Cornwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Hi, my name is Ning! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. For the past seven years, I have worked with children, teens, adults, and older adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, major life transitions, complex mental health conditions. My clinical work focuses on anxiety and mood disorders, and I combine cognitive and somatic techniques with talk therapy to address root causes and foster lasting personal growth.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Kempler

Holly Kempler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Since I was a just a small child I held deep empathy and curiosity for other human beings. Ultimately, this lead me to obtain my MSW with a concentration in mental health and sub-concentration in school social work. Along the way, I have worked in many different community-based settings (mobile crisis, K-12 schools, outpatient behavioral health, drop-in centers, residential settings, and complex trauma treatment centers) serving folks from across the lifespan, witnessing so much growth and resilience along the way. I am particularly well-equipped to support children, teens, young adults, and parents.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ariane Djeussoung

Ariane Djeussoung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe in treating symptoms by using an holistic approach in addressing the root causes of mental health issues.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Clara D'Agostino

Clara D'Agostino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specialized in mental health and women's issues. I use Expressive Arts and EMDR strategies to address trauma and anxiety. I am directive and supportive.

Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Tara Etemad-Haary

Tara Etemad-Haary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe we heal through new experiences in relationships, especially when our struggles were shaped within them.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Huffstetler

Brooke Huffstetler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Outside of private practice, I have worked at Ocean Recovery as a therapist since 2014, thus specialize in working with women seeking help from eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and infertility.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Humorous

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna 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 Aetna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — 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.