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

Headway accepts UnitedHealthcare in Oceanside, connecting you with providers across neighborhoods like Downtown, Hill Street, and Loma Alta. With 60K+ licensed providers nationwide, find the right fit for your mental health needs at an affordable cost.

Bret Klausen

Bret Klausen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


“Feeling seen, heard, and understood. Hopefully some new insights or a new perspective of the presenting problem.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Klaudia Mayer

Klaudia Mayer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


“My care is integrative, trauma-informed, and deeply human. I blend clinical insight with an understanding that healing is not just about managing symptoms, but about listening to what they're asking of us.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory

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Katy Caslav

Katy Caslav

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • 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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Marla Elliott

Marla Elliott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Vista, CA


“My job will be to show you just how capable you are. I will teach you how to cope with negative thoughts when they inevitably happen, and help you retrain your brain.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Grant Horner

Dr. Grant Horner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


“I have a holistic approach to therapy believing all areas of our life (mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, sexual) are connected and impact our overall mental health.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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Stacey Stoefen

Stacey Stoefen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • San Marcos, CA


Hi, most of my adult life has been spent working with others in the area of mental wellness. It is a passion to help others grow, learn, heal and self actualize. I am a wife, stepmother, mother and owner of 3 fur babies. Horseback riding, surfing, travel and meeting new people energize me as does a day of peace and solitude in nature.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Megan Aguirre

Megan Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“I lead with genuineness and meet you where you are by using a holistic perspective that accounts for the relationships and circumstances in your life that are impacting you.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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Tiffany Trent

Tiffany Trent

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Encinitas, CA


“I balance kindness and warmth with honesty and challenge clients to grow and become unstuck in their lives.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Ashley Azin

Ashley Azin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“I strive to make each one of my clients feel seen, heard, and unconditionally accepted throughout every session.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Marsi Walker

Marsi Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“She believes in walking with clients on their unique journeys to self-healing and interpersonal growth, embracing Maya Angelou's wisdom: "Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."”
United Healthcare + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jennifer Little

Jennifer Little

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I grew up as a caretaker for my single mother who suffered from mental health issues. She committed suicide when I was only fifteen...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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Nicole Neace

Nicole Neace

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • San Diego, CA


“It is never too late to begin deep and meaningful work reimagining how traumas or other experiences can become integrated, meaningful parts of our lives and ourselves, rather than barriers or obstacles.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive

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Alene McDowell-Ibanez

Alene McDowell-Ibanez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Temecula, CA


“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative, helping you feel supported while working toward meaningful change.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Nancy Mwania

Nancy Mwania

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

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Lindsey Ritter-Ingorvaia

Lindsey Ritter-Ingorvaia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 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.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Nubia Tellis

Nubia Tellis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


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

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Katelyn Brady

Katelyn Brady

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Solana Beach, CA


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a special focus on perinatal psychiatry and women's mental health.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Stephen Thorpe

Stephen Thorpe

Therapist

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


“I have a client-centered, supportive approach and really try to listen to what you want out of the sessions and to accomplish in your life.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

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Taylor Wikel

Taylor Wikel

Therapist

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


“Using a trauma informed approach along with a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) lens, I help you understand why these patterns exist, build self-trust, and create boundaries that actually stick.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Ruben Garcia

Ruben Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Murrieta, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and environment—while empowering patients through education and shared decision-making.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Kwilanzo Amitai-Crawford

Kwilanzo Amitai-Crawford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“You are the expert on your life. My job is to help illuminate pitfalls, highlight blind spots and deepen your understanding of your actions, so that you can make more informed choices about your goals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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Chelsea Sterling

Chelsea Sterling

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I believe therapy works when you feel comfortable enough to be honest, and when we can identify your strengths together and build from there.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Tammy Brooks

Tammy Brooks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I use goal orientated approach that's different than typical "one-size-fits-all" or endless talk rehashing your pain with no real lasting change.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alice Wu-Cardona

Alice Wu-Cardona

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I work from a trauma focused lens and utilize an Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework, as well as some EMDR and somatic training, to support clients to explore their many protective or exiled parts and strengthen Self-identity...”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

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Donna Imler

Donna Imler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University at Northridge in 1996, and my Masters in Social Work from the University of California at Los Angeles in 1998.I have been practicing as a mental health therapist since 1998. I earned my Washington state license as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in 2003. I met all qualification and was granted a license in California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2023.



United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

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Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


My name is Joey Ritkes (he/him). I have been working as a mental health therapist for over five years. My practice has primarily been specialized in working with LGBTQ+ youth. However, I have worked with couples, families, emerging adults, and adults from all backgrounds. I am a client-centered therapist who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients to meet their goals.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Brandon Owens

Brandon Owens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“Since becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I've seen how prioritizing mental health can bring more joy, balance, and resilience into everyday life.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Creative

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Micaela Cappa

Micaela Cappa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“Her goal is that the client experiences a safe, non-judgmental place in the therapeutic relationship where they can work through their "stuff" in their own personal journey of healing.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
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.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm

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Claudia Villarreal

Claudia Villarreal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


I genuinely like people, have always love to help ,

Will take my clients through the therapeutic process, with empathy and care for their experience in therapy to be a positive one.

United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

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Brianna Codallos

Brianna Codallos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


“I believe each client is the expert on their lived experiences. Together we can do the work of addressing childhood wounds, emotional dysregulation, life stressors, depression, anxiety, traumas, maladaptive patterns that may be creating barriers in...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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Sabrina Shammas

Sabrina Shammas

Therapist

In-person • Chula Vista, CA


“My passion is working with others in need by bringing my clinical experience and my authentic self into the therapy room.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous

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Dora Diaz Sanchez

Dora Diaz Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


“I firmly believe that consistent effort and a willingness to work on oneself can lead to the changes you desire.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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Julie Chu

Julie Chu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Tustin, CA


“Julie brings extensive experience from both inpatient psychiatric and inpatient chemical dependency settings, allowing her to effectively support individuals with primary mental health concerns as well as complex dual-diagnosis presentations.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Salma Shah

Salma Shah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I'm a relational trauma psychotherapist specializing in healing from childhood attachment trauma and how we see ourselves and relate to other, breakups, divorce, and toxic abusive relationships.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Manuel Cruz

Manuel Cruz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tustin, CA


“I strive to create a safe, non-judgemental environment where I can meet my clients where they are and help them learn to become the best version of themselves.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Van Nguyen

Van Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tustin, CA


“Over the past twenty years, I have helped my clients understand the importance of secure attachment to mental health and well-being...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“My ultimate goal is to support you not only in reducing symptoms, but in restoring hope, establishing balance, and moving toward the life you truly deserve.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shabana Haxton

Shabana Haxton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


“I specialize in depression especially postpartum depression. I can help with family issues, couples therapy, and cross cultural families.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

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