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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Northridge, CA

Find mental health care in Northridge covered by Aetna on Headway's platform. With copay costs between $0-$30 and 8,109 providers available, patients benefit from flexible scheduling and an average savings of 75%. Free intake consultations help you start your journey toward wellness.

Tongqing Zhu

Tongqing Zhu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I focus on healing the family as a whole, not just the individual with compassion and attachment-based methods...”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shinpei Chai

Shinpei Chai

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and honest, with a focus on helping clients feel safe, understood, and supported.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Owen Akenzua

Owen Akenzua

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I take a calm, down-to-earth approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and solution-focused strategies to help you build insight and create meaningful change.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ali Rumani

Ali Rumani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“My approach is integrative and culturally sensitive, drawing from mindfulness-based practices, CBT, and psychodynamic work.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Dr. Nazanin Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative work and I enjoy helping my clients live life to their fullest potential.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“My open-minded strategic approach and accepting individualism help me let the patient guide in discussing their personal health struggles.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Abdel Tayyem

Abdel Tayyem

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


Hi, I’m Abdel! With over 15 years of experience in healthcare, I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. As a bilingual speaker in English and Arabic, I specialize in creating an inclusive environment where patients from all backgrounds feel truly heard and respected. My goal is to empower you through open communication and evidence-based treatment to help you achieve lasting wellness.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Steven Aird

Steven Aird

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maximiliano Cabellos

Maximiliano Cabellos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


Hi

My name is Maximiliano Cabellos, LMFT


I am here to support you in addressing your needs and help you discover an appropriate and healthy approach. My goal is to assist you in getting to the root of challenges and overcoming them to live a more fulfilled life.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darlene Violas

Darlene Violas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Flavia Crovetto Hartley

Flavia Crovetto Hartley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Dr. Emily Baker

Dr. Emily Baker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where safety, trust, and knowledge can result in growth, development, and change.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Matthew Miller

Matthew Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that good psychiatric care works best when people feel comfortable asking questions and fully understand their options.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denyse Breeden

Denyse Breeden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“I help women with ADHD, neurodivergence, trauma/PTSD, autism, or high sensitivity move from feeling drained to achieving deep, balanced energy.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Romyna Becker

Romyna Becker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Thomas Gigliotti

Thomas Gigliotti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“My approach to therapy is blending positive psychology and evidenced based therapies to focus on building strengths and challenging cognitive belief structures to create healthier blueprints for optimal living.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Uchenna Orji

Dr. Uchenna Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Stephanie Fell

Stephanie Fell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Niguel, CA


“I make it a priority to connect with my client and create a safe place to build trust and understanding within the relationship.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Chan

Sharon Chan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
George Young III

George Young III

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


With over 15 years of post-graduate experience, I am a Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in supporting children, adolescents, families, and couples. My practice is dedicated to addressing a broad spectrum of challenges, including anxiety, depression, communication issues, and trauma.

Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Mubvakure Mubvakure

Mubvakure Mubvakure

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rialto, CA


“My belief relies on the client's ability to do a bit of work and have a genuine desire to feel better.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Julie DeVito

Dr. Julie DeVito

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 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 + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alessandra Snavely

Alessandra Snavely

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“I specialize in EMDR therapy, which helps process underlying experiences and reduce emotional distress—especially when insight alone hasn't created change.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Physical health issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Lesley Shapiro

Lesley Shapiro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a collaborative, goal-oriented process focused on practical change rather than unstructured or purely supportive sessions.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brandon McGuckin

Brandon McGuckin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a balance of deep empathy and analytical precision. My goal is to establish a foundation of trust where you feel completely secure exploring your story.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Herbert Lomax

Herbert Lomax

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a passionate therapist who strives to empower my clients

I utilize an eclectic therapeutic style that allows me to meet the client where they are to help them accomplish their goals

Being a therapist is more than a job to me. It is a calling



Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Tomas Wagmister

Tomas Wagmister

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a deep commitment to client-centered care that honors each person's unique story, perspective, and growth.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dzevad Hujdurovic

Dzevad Hujdurovic

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach revolves from CBT and Accept and Commitment Therapy. In addition, I seek to build off of client's strengths and tailor treatment towards client's unique needs and circumstances.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Diana Garcia

Diana Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of social work experience and 5 years of experience as a psychotherapist. My experience ranges from treating children ages 5 and older to treating geriatric individuals aged 70+. I am a bilingual, Latina therapist and I conduct therapy in both English and Spanish. I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health and private practice treating a range of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, co-occurring disorders, and more. Much of my work has been focused on working with the Latino community in Southern California as well as disadvantaged communities of color.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Dr. George Sutterfield

Dr. George Sutterfield

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


I have been practicing psychotherapy many years and have a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I have been trained in psychodynamic therapy, family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and dilaectial behavior therapy. I believe that people have the innate ability to improve their lives when given focused therapeutic attention and support.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sasha Navas

Sasha Navas

Therapist

Virtual • California


Great to meet you!

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Asking for help can be one of the toughest challenges, so congratulations on taking that first step! I’ve been practicing for 10 years, and my main focus are adult clients who are struggling with PTSD, anxiety and depression.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Zach Englund

Zach Englund

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am bipolar and have navigated my own journey through psychiatric institutions, giving me deep insight into the challenges and triumphs of living with mental health conditions.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Kavitha Hari

Kavitha Hari

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I conceptualize my client's utilizing a relational framework and primarily utilize mindfulness base interventions.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juliana Eulert

Juliana Eulert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She is an internationally trained medical doctor and a licensed psychotherapist with extensive experience working with children, families, and underserved populations.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Karen Loera

Karen Loera

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome. I’m Karen, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I work with adults and adolescents who are navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, and major life transitions.

My approach is collaborative and strengths-based. I support clients in developing healthy boundaries, strengthening communication skills, and identifying coping strategies that genuinely fit their lives. Together, we work toward healing, personal growth, and greater emotional balance.

I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel empowered to explore your experiences, reconnect with your strengths, and move through life’s challenges with confidence and intention.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phillip Yao

Phillip Yao

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a pretty casual and laid back guy who enjoys nerdy hobbies such as video games, Dungeons and Dragons and anime.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Rachel Stanford-Maffey

Rachel Stanford-Maffey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on skill‐building and practical tools, often using role‐playing to strengthen communication, set boundaries, and prepare for real‐life situations.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucila Esquivel

Lucila Esquivel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a welcoming and friendly environment where you can feel comfortable speaking what's truly on your heart and mind without judgment.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

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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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