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Top therapists in Palo Alto, CA accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Palo Alto across neighborhoods like Downtown, Midtown, and Professorville. Headway connects you with 8,274 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many accepting insurance to help you save on sessions.

Jessica Nasrah

Jessica Nasrah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • San Francisco, CA


I have experience working with a wide range of clients and disorders, ranging from children to older adults across various cultures and occupations. I focus mainly on helping clients through trauma, ADHD difficulties, and sexual issues.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kristina Kenyon

Kristina Kenyon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I strive to be the kind of therapist I would want—compassionate, relatable, and actively engaged in the process.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jim Torrens

Jim Torrens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • San Francisco, CA


I have found a calling that allows me to bring my full self – head, heart, and soul – to my work.

I found this calling after a fulfilling career in social services. In addition to working as a teacher, program manager, policy advocate, and peer counselor, I have also married, raised a family, coached youth sports, and pursued mindful self-care, creativity, and personal growth.

I earned my Bachelor’s in English from Harvard and my Master’s in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“Through two humans interacting, it will increase self-knowledge, develop emotional skills and activate hidden potential.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amilia Rodriguez

Amilia Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I take a holistic, client-centered approach rooted in Gestalt principles, focusing on mind, body, and emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Genean Jeffery-Johnson

Genean Jeffery-Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“I help you slow down enough to notice what's actually happening in your body in the moment things get hard, not just the words being said.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Andrea Rubenstein

Andrea Rubenstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, CA


My name is Andrea Rubenstein. I am a Licensed Psychologist. I am honored to support people in improving their well-being. I have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and a large range of symptomatology.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fiona Ruddy

Fiona Ruddy

Therapist

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


“I incorporate nature, art, movement, coping skills and mindfulness exercises into sessions so my clients can gain insight and increase awareness of mind and body connection to reduce feelings of anxiety and feel more at ease, calm, present and...”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brianna Webb Almanza

Brianna Webb Almanza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Alamo, CA


“My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in reverence for you and the power of your story. We'll utilize curiosity, practical suggestions, and fearless self-awareness to build self-attunement and tangible change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diane Aguilar

Diane Aguilar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Walnut Creek, CA


“In play therapy, I provide an attuned, creative, and supportive environment for youngsters of all ages.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Weiss

Samantha Weiss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Alamo, CA


“As a Certified UC Berkeley Sleep Therapist, I can actively work with you to rewire your sleep patterns and tackle the trauma or stress keeping you awake.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arthur Kleinberg

Arthur Kleinberg

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Albany, CA


“The work of joining a person in articulating, understanding, and organizing their experience is a wonderful thing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Suzanne Algarva

Suzanne Algarva

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“I take a warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth approach, creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashraf Khater

Ashraf Khater

Therapist

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


I have a deep commitment to seeing people flourish in relationship to themselves, and to others. For many of us, we have some sense of what makes relationships great and what makes them terrible. Knowing and experiencing what makes great relationships stronger, and what turns terrible relationships around, is where I can work alongside you. As someone who has been stepped in Attachment science, I love allowing for people to make more coherent sense of their internal world, to build or restore bonds with others.

Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erik Kahn

Erik Kahn

Therapist

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


I’m a licensed therapist trained in somatic psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. I work with individuals, couples, and men, supporting clients with anxiety (including social anxiety), depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. I also help people navigating loneliness, work-related stress, and cultural or identity-related experiences, including multiracial relationships. My goal is to help people better understand themselves, their patterns, and how they relate to others. I tend to be warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative, while also being direct when it’s helpful.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Janet Croteau

Janet Croteau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Felton, CA


“I'm a "inclusiastic" therapist who invites you to use our relationship as a template to find the sweet spot between safety and your growing edge as a human.”
Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Emily Linaman

Emily Linaman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pleasant Hill, CA


“Clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling a little bit lighter, more connected, more seen, more validated, and armed with new tools, insight, and strategies to handle overwhelming emotions or interpersonal and social scenarios.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Anna Davidson

Anna Davidson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Oakland, CA


“As a queer woman, an artist, & creatively centered therapist with certifications in energy work and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, what I bring to the healing space is deeply unique & holistically embodied.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miriam Munzarova

Miriam Munzarova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Livermore, CA


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, personalized, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I work with patients who survived physical, sexual, or spiritual abuse or trauma.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Melody Claiborne

Melody Claiborne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My approach is structured and results-oriented. I prioritize getting you the right treatment quickly...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jess Piasecki

Jess Piasecki

Therapist

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


“I offer a space where you don't have to filter or perform—where we can slow things down and make sense of what's coming up for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Miriam Adrianowicz

Dr. Miriam Adrianowicz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I believe the bedrock of this partnership is your sense of safety within it, and it is from this safe place that change begins to feel possible.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Duncan

Nicole Duncan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Corte Madera, CA


“My warm, collaborative approach creates an atmosphere where you can feel seen, heard, and supported.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Dana Kahn

Dr. Dana Kahn

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Corte Madera, CA


“I am an active participant in the treatment and I believe that a therapeutic relationship must be based on trust and mutual respect.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Morgan White

Morgan White

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Rafael, CA


“I'm passionate about helping my clients navigate some of life's most challenging emotional landscapes.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Guerrero

Patricia Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tracy, CA


“I use a variety of models to help each client be provided with individualized treatment, which includes emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and Structural Family Therapy...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hayley McAllister

Hayley McAllister

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Rafael, CA


“I believe you're the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you while we build on your strengths and add new tools for what feels overwhelming.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My mission is to help people to be more themselves by challenging their limitations and empower them.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Mindy Leake

Mindy Leake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Novato, CA


Hello, I'm Mindy. I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 16 years of clinical experience. My path has included military service, community health work in rural Morocco, and care across many settings, from intensive care to hospice. These experiences shape how I show up: with warmth, curiosity, cultural humility, and respect for everyone's story. I treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

That means taking time to dig into your history, what has worked, what has not, and what you actually want from your care. Whether that is medication, therapy, or both, we figure it out together.

I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and life transitions including loss, chronic illness, major life changes, and times when you just cannot name what is wrong yet.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joy Nnebe

Joy Nnebe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Manteca, CA


Hi, and welcome! I am Joy Nnebe, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am thrilled you’re considering working with me.

I have 8 years of experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing, and I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, and more, using approaches like CBT therapy and trauma-informed care. I aim to provide simple, non-judgemental, supportive, and personalized care to help you feel understood and empowered on your mental health journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ifeanyi Jimmy

Ifeanyi Jimmy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manteca, CA


“My style is welcoming, real, and easy to connect with—I focus on building trust while helping clients feel heard and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Burton

Kimberly Burton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stockton, CA


“Through self-realization and freedom, I help clients to live their lives to their fullest potential.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Apodaca

Elizabeth Apodaca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pacific Grove, CA


“As a solution focused therapist my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”
Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christelle Harris

Christelle Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pacific Grove, CA


“I am a wholistic therapist, focusing on not just talking, but how your body holds trauma, anxiety, depression and pain.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tandrea Thysell

Tandrea Thysell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stockton, CA


Hi, I'm Tandrea Thysell, a California-based Marriage & Family Therapist. I've been providing therapy for most of my life (I think I was born to do this!), but professionally for more than 10 years.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Conteh

Patricia Conteh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Modesto, CA


“I work with patients to develop their personal and individual treatment plan to meet their specific needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Laskowski

Kimberly Laskowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lodi, CA


Whatever's brought you here — depression that's hard to shake, anxiety that won't quiet down, the weight of past trauma, the ups and downs of bipolar disorder, or strain in your closest relationships — you don't have to navigate it alone. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 28 years of experience, and I've spent that time helping individuals, couples, and families find their way through life's hardest stretches.

My specialties include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and trauma, along with deep experience in relationships, family dynamics, child development, and parenting. After nearly three decades in this work, very little feels too big or too complicated to bring into the room — and I'll meet you with both warmth and the honesty that real change requires.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tosha Thomas

Tosha Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe healing happens through connection, compassion, and understanding. I partner with clients to explore patterns, build coping skills, and develop greater self-awareness in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. My goal is to help clients feel more grounded, confident, and aligned with their values.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Cust

Jennifer Cust

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“My approach is trauma-informed, holistic and depth-oriented. I show up with warmth and am interactive in session.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Yu-Ning Lin

Yu-Ning Lin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm an empathetic listener who believes in fully understanding my client in order to customize effective strategies individually.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Palo Alto, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Palo Alto, CA
There are over 27 therapists in Palo Alto, CA accepting new patients.
27+
Average years in practice
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13 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 96%Anxiety
  • 96%Relationship issues
  • 89%Trauma
  • 85%Depression
  • 85%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 70%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 59%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 56%Providence Health Plan
  • 48%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 7%French
  • 7%Hebrew
  • 4%German
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 26%Man
License types
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  • 70%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Clinical Psychologist
  • 4%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 48%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 26%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Palo Alto

Finding the right therapist in Palo Alto starts with getting clear on what you're looking for. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, or a life transition, look for a licensed provider who specializes in your area of concern. Common credentials include LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, and psychologists — and if you're interested in medication management, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner may be a good fit.

Palo Alto has a large number of practicing mental health providers, which can make narrowing your options feel like a project in itself. Consider what matters most to you beyond credentials — things like therapy style, availability, whether you prefer in-person or virtual sessions, and whether a provider's approach resonates with you. Reading a provider's bio before booking can help you feel more confident about your choice.

Therapy in the Bay Area can be expensive, but using your in-network insurance benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce your out-of-pocket costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and your out-of-pocket cost may be as low as $0 per session. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans. Enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm what coverage is available in Palo Alto and to see estimated session costs.

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