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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Oakland, CA

Find therapy and medication management support across Oakland neighborhoods like Lake Merritt, Rockridge, and the Grand Lake area with UnitedHealthcare through Headway. Patients save an average of 75% on sessions, with copays ranging from $0-$30 and many providers offering free consultations.

Dr. Jeongmi Moon

Dr. Jeongmi Moon

Psychologist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


Clients : Creative field, writers, screen writers, actors, films makers.

I’m a bilingual (English/Korean) licensed clinical psychologist with over 13+ years of experience helping adults (20 and older) navigate anxiety, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, identity questions, and major life transitions.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in both evidence-based techniques and a deep respect for the human spirit. I integrate therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based methods with holistic tools drawn from meditation, Eastern/Western philosophy, and positive psychology. This allows me to support you not just in coping with challenges—but in creating a more meaningful, centered life.

I especially enjoy working with creatives, professionals, and individuals exploring cultural or gender identity. Whether you’re dealing with racing thoughts, emotional exhaustion, shifting roles, or inner conflict, we’ll work together to clarify what matters most to you and how to move forward with intention. Therapy doesn’t have to be cold or clinical—it can be a dynamic, reflective process that helps you reconnect with your values and sense of possibility.

Taking the first step can feel uncertain, but if you’re ready to talk, I’m here to listen. You deserve support that aligns with both your inner world and everyday life. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to schedule a consultation. I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Nahid Ghajar

Nahid Ghajar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a combination of various therapeutic strategies and skills depending upon a client's unique challenges.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Alireza Nikpour

Alireza Nikpour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Redlands, CA


“I see medication as one important tool — not the only one — and I take time to understand your full picture before making recommendations.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tahira Mitchell

Tahira Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is relational, depth-oriented, and grounded in attachment and family systems work.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Karin Wiese

Karin Wiese

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University with Specialisation in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Bachelors in Psychology, Honours Bachelors Degree in Education (post grad) in School Guidance and counseling, Mediator and Divorce Mediator Certificate,SAT Teacher Certification and EMDR Certificate (Emdria)

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Angie Rosenberg

Angie Rosenberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


You’re doing everything “right”—staying active, showing up for others, pushing through—but you’re still stuck in your head. You overthink everything. You’re constantly anxious, tense, and on edge. Maybe you feel like you’re always performing—for your team, your job, your family—and you’re tired of carrying it all.

I specialize in working with athletes and active adults who struggle with anxiety, overthinking, burnout, and people-pleasing. Together, we create a space where you can finally breathe, feel grounded, and build emotional strength to match your physical drive.

My approach combines CBT, mindfulness, somatic therapy, and solution-focused strategies through my signature T.H.R.I.V.E. Method. We’ll work together to untangle old patterns, reconnect with your body, and build clarity and confidence from the inside out.

If you’re ready to feel more present, powerful, and mentally strong, I’d be honored to support you.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Dr. Robin Hilliard Albertson

Dr. Robin Hilliard Albertson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Everyone is worthy and deserving of respect, kindness, compassion, and consideration. That's at the core of how I approach care...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Gaona

Veronica Gaona

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider it a privilege to be invited and entrusted with the task of walking alongside you during a challenging moment in your life.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Amon Benavides

Dr. Amon Benavides

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


I am a compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist who values creating a genuine, trusting connection with each client. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and able to be your authentic self.

I earned my Master of Arts from National University and completed doctoral-level training at Pacifica Graduate Institute. My clinical training and professional experience have provided me with a strong foundation in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

I have experience working in drug and alcohol rehabilitation settings, where I supported individuals navigating substance use, trauma, and related mental health challenges. I also have experience working with men’s mental health concerns, including emotional regulation, identity, and relationship issues.

I use an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy to help clients understand both present challenges and underlying patterns. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions, helping them build insight alongside practical tools for lasting change.

Outside of my work as a therapist, I value staying active and maintaining a strong mind-body connection. I spend much of my time weightlifting, boxing, practicing jiu-jitsu, and participating in CrossFit and Olympic lifting, and I also enjoy running. These practices help me stay grounded and bring a perspective of discipline, resilience, and balance into my work with clients.

United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica Benitez

Monica Benitez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe healing begins with connection, and my goal is to build a collaborative relationship where you feel comfortable sharing your concerns and empowered to move toward meaningful change.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Navvab Tadjvar

Navvab Tadjvar

Psychologist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“My background in psychology and philosophy shapes how I approach therapy, not just as a way to relieve symptoms, but as a process of exploring deeper patterns, uncovering meaning, and creating lasting change.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Warm
Christopher Minassian

Christopher Minassian

Therapist

Virtual • Encino, CA


“I believe that therapy is more than just talking and I will work with you to develop habits and set tangible goals to achieve success.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Veola Vazquez

Veola Vazquez

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I work well with clients who feel overwhelmed by work or family stresses and who struggle with self-doubt, overthinking, and discouragement.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gabe Veas

Dr. Gabe Veas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I founded Palm Springs Psychotherapy to offer a private, deeply personalized space for clients who want more than symptom relief.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Dr. Mariya Kriv

Dr. Mariya Kriv

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I went through extensive training at Semel Institute for Neuroscience & Human Behavior at UCLA where I received a hands-on experience as a research assistant at PEERS treatment program for teenagers and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Ray Buchanan

Ray Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively with clients. I will make great efforts to establish a good connection, build trust, and make it safe for people to share freely.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Kavita Patil

Kavita Patil

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is engaging, compassionate & attentive. I slow you down so that you can hear, sense and understand yourself in different ways.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Dr. Laura Strom

Dr. Laura Strom

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Rosa, CA


“I am a Stanford-trained trauma therapist. I specialize in the intersection of trauma with disabilities (like brain injuries, autoimmune disorders or hearing loss, etc.).”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peggy Cohen

Peggy Cohen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I have over 40 years of experience working with individuals and children experiencing depression, grief and life challenges.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Tuck

Alexandra Tuck

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #117071. I earned my Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University. Additionally, I holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and a minor in Dance (Cum Laude) from Santa Clara University.

I have worked with individuals on a broad range of issues and am most passionate about treating eating disorders. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults with challenges including, OCD, anxiety, personality disorders, ADHD, and mood disorders. Other areas of expertise include borderline personality disorder, self-injury, women’s issues and emerging adulthood issues.

I am certified in both Gottman and Prepare/Enrich approaches to couples counseling.

United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Marina Compean

Marina Compean

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is relational, somatic and attachment-focused, recognizing how our bodies hold past experiences and how early relationships shape us.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krista Zabor

Krista Zabor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is centered on compassion and non-judgement. Each of us needs support and care to heal and thrive in this challenging world.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Aimy Jakini

Dr. Aimy Jakini

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello! I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing personalized care through telehealth. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and stress-related challenges. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, heard, and supported without judgment. I take a collaborative approach to care and include medication management when appropriate. I also offer services in both English and Spanish.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Julia Beecher-Flad

Julia Beecher-Flad

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, genuine, and deeply attentive—I listen closely and remember the details, so you don't have to keep explaining yourself.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Alyssa Ligorria-Torres

Alyssa Ligorria-Torres

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take an integrative, collaborative approach — drawing on CBT and other tools to help you explore the patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and move toward a life that feels more intentional and aligned.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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Lien Blyth

Lien Blyth

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Lien has a holistic and mindfulness approach to treatment and believes in treating the whole person in mind, body, and spirit to find balance and bodhi (enlightenment, awakening).”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Terri Carsley

Terri Carsley

Therapist

Virtual • Tarzana, CA


Hi! My name is Terri Carsley and I have been practicing as a Marriage and Family therapist for the last 16 years. I am a transplant from the East Coast, but have lived in Los Angeles for over 30 years. I have a background in treating addiction and trauma. I am an advanced level somatic practitioner, using both my talk therapy and trauma therapy to help individuals, couples and families achieve healthy communication and heal emotional wounds.

United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Tara Sheets

Tara Sheets

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I hope to embody a warm, positive, non-judgmental space for all clients to feel comfortable and safe to be themselves.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Inez Garzaniti

Dr. Inez Garzaniti

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


I’m a psychiatrist who practices from a psychodynamic perspective, with attention to emotional depth, meaning, and the ways our histories shape how we experience ourselves and others. My work focuses on understanding symptoms in context — as expressions of what is happening within your mind, your relationships, and our society.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Michael Hensley

Michael Hensley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I never want anyone to feel alone, even when surrounded by love and blinded by self-hate, and help others avoid the darkness I experienced.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Chelsy Duffer-Dunbar

Chelsy Duffer-Dunbar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi there, I'm Chelsy, a Licensed Therapist. In my 8 years as a therapist, I have become passionate about supporting women navigating seasons of life, those who are pregnant, post-partum, coping with loss and beyond. I love providing support during life transitions and helping my clients to be the best possible versions of themselves. Working with me you can expect a warm and judgement free space to have honest and transparent conversations, process experiences, and practice coping tools.

United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Ebrahemi

Deborah Ebrahemi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with adolescents, families, young adults, postpartum parents and LGBTQIA+ individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, school stressors, parenting stressors, life transitions, postpartum, and relationships.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Paris Conner

Paris Conner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The joy I receive from helping my clients is seeing them walk away lighter, freer and excited to live their own personal journey...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Farrah Jallalvandi

Farrah Jallalvandi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I want to empower my patients to understand and treat their conditions with a holistic patient-center approach.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Maternal mental health
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Ronald Perales

Ronald Perales

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


I'm a humanistic therapist who believes in listening to my client. I have years of experience working in the psychotherapy field as well as life experience. I treat people with kindness, dignity and respect.

United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Shiva Ghardashem

Shiva Ghardashem

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Calabasas, CA


“I draw from evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Positive Psychotherapy.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Laura Perez

Laura Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm a bilingual, bicultural marriage and family therapist — and I bring a true therapist's heart to this work.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

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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