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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Mission Viejo, CA

Finding the right therapist in Mission Viejo doesn't have to be complicated. Headway works with your Aetna coverage to make mental health care accessible, with copays around $30 and virtual or in-person sessions available. Choose from 8,588 providers and start your journey toward better mental wellness.

Lindsey Ritter-Ingorvaia

Lindsey Ritter-Ingorvaia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Murrieta, CA


“We create a safe space where you feel heard and understood, using evidence-based techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused methods.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luis Lamadrid

Luis Lamadrid

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Riverside, CA


“Carlos welcomes the opportunity to listen to you with an open mind and an open heart by offering a grounded therapeutic space to walk with you on your healing journey.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Uchenna Orji

Dr. Uchenna Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Riverside, CA


“Dr. Orji, believes that the life of the individual has a supreme value, and therefore centers his care to realize that supreme value...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Aukse Goktepe

Aukse Goktepe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“At the clinic, we treat patients like family and strive to provide the best mental health care by incorporating different treatment modalities to help you feel your best.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Romyna Becker

Romyna Becker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Riverside, CA


“I integrate the latest neuroscience research to help you learn about your autonomic nervous system through a somatic-based therapy model called Brainspotting.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Nancy Mwania

Nancy Mwania

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Temecula, CA


“My role is to be your guide, not your judge. I provide evidence-based psychiatric care with a collaborative, patient-centered approach.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacy Woolman

Stacy Woolman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Brea, CA


My hope is to help the client and families reach their goals and to provide them with a safe and non-judgmental place to do that. When working with a client, I will assist in allowing the clients to process their feelings and thoughts in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

I am fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and have a strong understanding of deaf culture.

I have many years of experience working with couples, families, adults, young adults, teens, and children.

Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alene McDowell-Ibanez

Alene McDowell-Ibanez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative, helping you feel supported while working toward meaningful change.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Alyse Eldred

Alyse Eldred

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I'm trained by the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) in CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the treatments with the strongest evidence base for OCD.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, OCD, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gemma Holmes

Gemma Holmes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


“For 10+ years, I have sought to improve the lives of youth struggling with issues as varied as housing displacement, gender identity, suicidal ideation, & anger management...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

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Mika Heinonen

Mika Heinonen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


Hey there—I'm Mika, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who's here for real talk and real support for adults and teens right here in Southern California. I've spent years helping people work through tough life events like trauma, addictions, ADHD, burnout from high-pressure jobs, anxiety, depression, and rocky relationships. What I love most is seeing folks step into their strength and build the life they want—I'm here to walk that path with you, no judgment, just genuine care.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Sofia Mossa

Sofia Mossa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“My goal in therapy is to provide a safe, trusting and supportive space where together we can come up with immediate and long-term goals in therapy.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sonya George

Sonya George

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


“I provide person-centered, trauma-informed therapy for adults who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Dillon Cross

Dillon Cross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy works best when you feel truly seen and understood.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mj Buck

Mj Buck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Signal Hill, CA


“My approach to therapy is grounded in nervous system regulation, mindfulness, embodiment, and the mind-body connection.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Sally Amaya

Sally Amaya

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I also bring a personal understanding of what it means to prioritize well-being and manage stress after going through my own life-changing health journey.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Brandy Barnes

Brandy Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Ontario, CA


Brandy earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Sociology from California State University of Long Beach in 2006 and earned her Masters of Social Work from California State University Fullerton in 2013. Brandy brings with her over twenty years of experience working in diverse clinical settings.

Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Roushion

Courtney Roushion

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“My approach is therapy should be client centered and feel like a normal conversation between two people.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ese Ogbetuo

Ese Ogbetuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“I use a holistic approach in managing various disorders enabling individuals to maintain a healthy lifestyle...”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


I am a board certified, doctoral prepared PMHNP. I completed my post graduate at National University in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my DNP from Azusa Pacific University and graduated from CSUSB MSN program. I have been a faculty at CSUSB since 2014. Extensively trained and a certified Trauma-Informed specialist. I diagnose and treat mental disorders including medication-assisted treatment along with counseling for chemical dependency and substance use disorders.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“My approach is practical and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, history, treatment goals, and medication concerns before making recommendations.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Iris King

Iris King

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Whittier, CA


“My goal is to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves by exploring the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and body.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Corona

Joanna Corona

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


“I bring a compassionate and culturally responsive approach that values and honors each person's unique story.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Gloria Sudeta

Gloria Sudeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I am dual board-certified family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Ijeoma Mbadugha

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe that our patients and families deserve the best in healthcare delivery. My purpose is to help eliminate the stigma and barriers to mental healthcare...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kathleen Dale

Kathleen Dale

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oceanside, CA


“I often use a variety of evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Veronica Williams

Veronica Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I provide a safe, validating space where you are truly heard. My collaborative approach blends person centered and emotionally focused therapy.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Richard Perez

Richard Perez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


Richard Perez is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. For over 15 years, he has dedicated his career to serving the healthcare needs of Long Beach and Los Angeles County. Richard wants to continue improving the lives of each patient by providing professional, compassionate, and person-centered care.

Richard has spent the last two years providing mental health care to underserved populations. This experience has significantly sharpened his clinical skills, which he now aims to bring to the general patient population.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Porsha Dodson

Dr. Porsha Dodson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“Treatment focus is client centered and inclusive of cultural considerations as we navigate Cognitive Behavioral techniques...”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

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Jennifer Allen

Jennifer Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


I love mental health. I love listening to people and diving into the challenges my clients face on a daily basis. I am humbled with the invitation to join your journey, and help you learn how to help yourself. We all have the tools to undertake the obstacles that we encounter; sometimes we need someone to help us take a step back to find a different perspective. I appreciate the bravery and courage that it takes for each of my clients to let me into their lives and become vulnerable with me.

Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Jessica Garcia

Jessica Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Covina, CA


“My approach is collaborative and client centered, I strive to establish an attentive supportive relationship with each of my clients.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Julie Alvarez

Julie Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“My approach focuses on creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences openly.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roberto Netter

Roberto Netter

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Carlsbad, CA


“My job is to listen very carefully and accompany you as we uncover the sources of your pain and the patterns of beliefs that need correction.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Katy Caslav

Katy Caslav

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Carlsbad, CA


“Together, we'll work collaboratively to identify your goals, develop coping strategies, and cultivate resilience to navigate life's ups and downs with greater ease and confidence.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Jennifer Codega

Jennifer Codega

Therapist

In-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


One of my joys in life is making a positive difference in my client's lives. Maybe you’ve tried everything; talking to friends/family, reading self-help books, ignoring the problem hoping it will go away, or just accepting how things are and yet you are feeling unhappy and stuck. I believe there is hope for you, a life filled with love, fulfillment and fun. I've had a variety of life experiences (good, not so good) that's given me wisdom and insights about people/life. I work with couples, women/men issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD. I'll travel with you on your journey of healing/growth with understanding and compassion.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • West Covina, CA


“My biggest boast as a therapist is that I make people feel like I've been where they are, regardless if that's the brink of divorce, the mires of depression, or the self-defeating loop of addiction.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Campbell

Natalie Campbell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vista, CA


Hi I'm Natalie and I want to help you build a life that feels authentic and purposeful. Do you feel like you’re navigating life on autopilot, and have difficulty showing up for your work, your relationships, or yourself? You may find yourself caught in cycles of people-pleasing or seeking external validation, only to end up feeling drained and unfulfilled. If you feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, know that you don’t have to navigate this alone. In our sessions, we’ll move beyond the 'what' to understand the roots of your struggle while building practical, compassionate strategies to help you reclaim your confidence and advocate for your needs.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Laurie Allen

Laurie Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vista, CA


“It is my goal to make therapy feel both approachable and worthwhile. I show up as my authentic self--quirks and all--and expect my clients to do the same.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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