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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Palm Springs, CA

Find therapy and medication management support in Palm Springs covered by UnitedHealthcare. Headway patients save an average of 75% on sessions, with providers offering free consultations and flexible scheduling to fit your needs.

Debra Douwenga

Debra Douwenga

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Palm Desert, CA


“I focus on your concerns and needs by helping you gain knowledge, insights and skills that you can use to improve your quality of life and reduce your distress.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Dr. Heather Minshall

Dr. Heather Minshall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Palm Desert, CA


“I meet my clients where they are. I have experience using CBT, DBT, and other approaches, yet my primary focus is on psychoanalytic and Jungian perspectives.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Melishia Phillips

Melishia Phillips

Therapist

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


“I am passionate about helping people grow, change, and ultimately live their best lives. I am devoted to empowering others and creating positive awareness within the mind, body, and soul.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marsi Walker

Marsi Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Marcos, CA


Marsi specializes in working with children, teens, young adults, and women who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the lingering effects of difficult life experiences. She is passionate about helping clients understand not only what they're experiencing, but why—because insight creates the foundation for lasting healing.

Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the latest research in neuroscience and trauma treatment. Marsi integrates evidence-based therapies including EMDR, attachment-based therapy, Polyvagal Theory, somatic interventions, cognitive and behavioral approaches, and play therapy to help clients regulate their nervous systems, process painful experiences, strengthen relationships, and develop greater resilience.

Whether someone is healing from childhood wounds or abuse, breaking generational patterns, navigating a major life transition, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the demands of everyday life, Marsi believes lasting change is possible. She considers it a privilege to walk alongside each client as they rediscover hope, deepen self-understanding, and create meaningful, lasting change.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
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

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Nancy Mwania

Nancy Mwania

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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 + 8 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 • 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 + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ruben Garcia

Ruben Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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 + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Taylor Wikel

Taylor Wikel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
DeeDee Chukuka

DeeDee Chukuka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“I am passionate about building therapeutic relationships, promoting recovery, preventing suicide, and empowering patients through education and support.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Christina Anakor

Christina Anakor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“My approach to care is rooted in compassion, trust, and understanding. I take time to listen beyond symptoms...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Keisha Murphy

Keisha Murphy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“Clients can expect me to address their emotional, psychological, and or behavioral concerns with empathy and genuine concern.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
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...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Virginia Casimiro

Virginia Casimiro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jurupa Valley, CA


“I strongly believe therapy is an important relationship, in which you feel heard, understood and safe while also being open to new challenges for growth.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Energetic, Open-minded

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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 + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm

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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
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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Megan Aguirre

Megan Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Macie Manis

Macie Manis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Victorville, CA


There are always solutions for problems that we encounter, even the problems that we have been stuck with for quite some time. Though, there is no quick fix or one-size approach either. Therapy is a collaborative healing process to improve functioning in several areas of our life. I will guide you through these challenges and provide you with the tools along the way. Collaboration is extremely important during the process to establish comfortable space to promote growth.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Grant Horner

Dr. Grant Horner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonette Decker

Tonette Decker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Apple Valley, CA


“I specialize in helping clients with post trauma symptoms, anxiety, and depression utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Carolyn Mason

Carolyn Mason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe in providing a safe, comfortable, professional environment where individuals, couples, families, and children can work on issues that are interfering with their lives.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Brandy Barnes

Brandy Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Trent

Tiffany Trent

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“I balance kindness and warmth with honesty and challenge clients to grow and become unstuck in their lives.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, 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.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Roxanne Cherry

Dr. Roxanne Cherry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mission Viejo, CA


“I am especially effective with kids/teens, helping families implement clear boundaries and age appropriate responsibilities & privileges.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Andrew Hey

Andrew Hey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mission Viejo, CA


“I'm a laid-back, warm, and nonjudgmental therapist who works with adults and older adolescents navigating stress, burnout, identity concerns, and life transitions.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Joy Zembruski

Joy Zembruski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In your first therapy session, you can expect a welcoming, low-pressure environment focused on introductory questions and building rapport.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Janine Ivy

Janine Ivy

Psychologist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I specialize in working women and people of color who want to feel better about themselves and their relationships.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Christopher Hong

Dr. Christopher Hong

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I carefully take into consideration all factors of a person's care, which include biological, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual factors.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edna Salcido

Edna Salcido

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma-informed and whole-person therapist... incorporating nutritional psychiatry education.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Sally Greig

Sally Greig

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“My desires are that my clients leave each session feeling inspired, hopeful, understood, their feelings matter, with the belief that one can persevere and overcome periods of turbulence and challenges life brings.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dilpreet Singh

Dilpreet Singh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I look at the full picture including sleep, nutrition, lifestyle, and what's actually going on in your day-to-day life because those factors are directly tied to how you feel mentally.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
John Kane

John Kane

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe in just sitting and nodding. With 25 years of experience in clinical practice and wilderness programs, I provide a grounded, direct space for change.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Cody Elder

Cody Elder

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love working with those who have difficulties around feeling overwhelmed by life's uncertainty and want to seek their true strength and purpose.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Ahila Muthaiya

Ahila Muthaiya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“She emphasizes that there are many other approaches that can be taken before resorting to medication adjustments.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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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