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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Northridge, CA

Access mental health support with Cigna coverage in Northridge, where Headway connects you with 6,328 licensed providers for therapy and medication management. With copays ranging from $0-$30, most clients save 75% on sessions while enjoying flexible in-person or virtual care available within two weeks.

Sheryl Doering

Sheryl Doering

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively and creatively with you to come up with an approach that works best for you. I offer a variety of approaches such as mindfulness, compassion focused approach, DBT, IFS and even art therapy.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nichelle Alva

Nichelle Alva

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about serving multicultural and traditionally-underserved communities which may includes teens and young adults, family issues, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, neurodivergent folks, and those w/ chronic health conditions.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Navarro

Patricia Navarro

Therapist

Virtual • Chula Vista, CA


“I have faced many struggles of my own, which I believe give me a deeper understanding of human nature.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Vanessa Gutierrez

Vanessa Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Visalia, CA


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adults. I am trained in EMDR and provide a supportive, collaborative space to help you process trauma, reduce anxiety, and create lasting change.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Tali Maouda

Tali Maouda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you process your experiences so you can recognize and overcome the obstacles standing in the way of you living a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Anvari

Brittany Anvari

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe healing begins with meaningful connection. My work with cancer patients and their families has deeply shaped my understanding of pain, loss, resilience, and the complexities that relationships face during times of crisis. I support adults of all ages in navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, grief, and relationship concerns, offering both compassionate guidance and practical, effective tools for growth and healing.

Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Stewart

Jason Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through the use of humor, metaphor, and practical exercise I help clients gain insight into what matters to them...”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Ana Rivera Gonzalez

Ana Rivera Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe we are all capable of growth and everyone deserves a life filled with hope, purpose, and a sense of belonging.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Okechuku Nwanganga

Okechuku Nwanganga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am more interested in empowering you to make your own decisions than I am in you doing what is "right."”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
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
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
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
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

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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
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
Travis Nelson

Travis Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I'm also a Veteran, and I have experience supporting individuals who carry the impact of trauma, responsibility, and long-term stress.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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.

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