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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in San Mateo, CA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in San Mateo, CA

San Mateo families find compassionate postpartum care through Headway's network of 2,644 providers trained in evidence-based approaches. Sessions are available as soon as next day, with many patients paying as little as $0 per session through insurance coverage.

Laura Murillo

Laura Murillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that healing happens in a safe, supportive relationship where you feel seen and understood.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Cortez

Emily Cortez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is to empower you and help break down goals to address issues that anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other life circumstances bring on.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wendy Leeds

Wendy Leeds

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, developing felt safety, and teaching effective coping strategies for distress.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vanessa Guido

Vanessa Guido

Therapist

Virtual • California


I highlight your strengths in our sessions. Just think of me as your emotional cheerleader. I want the best for you, whatever that may be.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joana Rios-Gonzalez

Joana Rios-Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize different theoretical approaches, including person-centered, narrative, and solution-focused therapy.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Meghann Vela

Meghann Vela

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that the most productive and successful therapy occurs when clients leave feeling seen, heard, and understood.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alethea Hollingshead

Alethea Hollingshead

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to partner with my clients and walk alongside them in a complete collaboration of discovering what works best for them.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa DeBrier

Lisa DeBrier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens in relationship—through trust, curiosity, and the freedom to explore your inner world without judgment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ilena Sussman

Ilena Sussman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a very experienced guide/mentor to discuss interpersonal thoughts, situations, and relationships with along your journey towards growth and balance.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Dr. Ashour Badal

Dr. Ashour Badal

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We will use holistic and clinically proven approaches, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit so you can reach the balance and alignment that you seek in your life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Kashmita Prasad

Kashmita Prasad

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with culturally diverse clients who are balancing personal needs with family expectations, identity, and cultural pressures.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Myers

Michelle Myers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a healing and safe environment for my clients. My approach is one of flexibility and sensitivity to each individual.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Leyla Bogle

Leyla Bogle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to offer a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can show up exactly as you are — and feel truly understood.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Noel Sherry

Noel Sherry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy, working with you to unlock your potential and achieve lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Cole

Sara Cole

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the healing power of laughter and don't take myself too seriously, but I also hold our therapeutic time together sacred.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Milagritos O'Shea

Milagritos O'Shea

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Milagritos integrates expressive arts, mindfulness-based interventions, and self-compassion practices into her therapeutic approach, empowering clients to actively participate in their healing.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Lyon

Alexis Lyon

Therapist

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“I have a holistic orientation that allows me to see people as fundamentally loveable and whole and not the sum of their problems.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Slover

Lisa Slover

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help clients cultivate a deep sense of peace, find lasting happiness, and feel empowered to confidently shape their lives and future.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephanie Straeter

Dr. Stephanie Straeter

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Specifically, you will learn how and when to use strategies to manage stress, emotions, self-destructive behaviors, impulses and habits.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lamarria Coleman

Lamarria Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Turner

Lauren Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Manhattan Beach, CA


“I specialize in working with high performers, professional athletes and their partners, helping people who want to improve performance in sports, life, business and relationships.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shirin Shenasi Azari

Shirin Shenasi Azari

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental space to help people to sort out their feelings, gain new perspectives and change stuck patterns.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Alma Baeza

Alma Baeza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to make sessions a safe space for each individual, to me, that means allowing the client to set the tone.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Shiva Ghaed

Dr. Shiva Ghaed

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I will help you uncover your true potential so that you may lead a life that is more fulfilling and meaningful.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Limon Arredondo

Jennifer Limon Arredondo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide trauma-informed, compassionate care to new and expecting mothers facing challenges such as anxiety and depression.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jasmine De La Torre

Jasmine De La Torre

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe therapy is a journey, one in which the client is the navigating driver. As a Licensed marriage and family therapist, I take the passenger seat and support my clients in the direction they chose to go with in their therapeutic journey. I tailor each session to meet the unique needs of my clients, drawing on empathy, respect, and transparency to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ingrid Middleton

Ingrid Middleton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In my practice, I utilize a comprehensive approach that integrates various therapeutic techniques to address the complex needs of my clients.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Christensen

Melissa Christensen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring authenticity, partnership, and compassion to sessions, holding space for the parts of you that feel unseen.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Gutierrez

Patricia Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice centers on trauma and PTSD, identity and gender affirming care, and the lived experiences of women and LGBTQIA+ individuals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Funmi Igbinigie

Funmi Igbinigie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I understand that mental health struggles can often feel isolated, and I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable sharing and exploring your concerns.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisa Hasrouni

Elisa Hasrouni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we just want to be understood while also developing the tools to cope with and overcome personal challenges.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicola Roache Ashley

Dr. Nicola Roache Ashley

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have specialty training in dialectical behavior therapy to teach patient skills to cope with stress, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Olesya Leskel

Olesya Leskel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My formal training in psychology, education, and basic medicine enables me to consider my client's needs from multiple angles.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Caiazzo

Heather Caiazzo

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, Heather here. LMFT in Florida & California. My mission in therapy is to create a space where you will feel safe enough to just be yourself. I understand how difficult it is to seek counseling, to open up and share your experiences and struggles with another person. Therapy is my passion and I have over 25 years providing positive, successful & attainable results with various clients.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jane Winslow

Jane Winslow

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful progress occurs within a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship, and I strive to create a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space for growth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bita Saad Adel

Bita Saad Adel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Her goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take an active role in your mental health journey.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Anna Espericueta

Anna Espericueta

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert of your own experience, and my role is to walk alongside you—offering guidance, empathy, and practical support.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lonniel Myles

Lonniel Myles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, and co-occurring mental health challenges.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Katherine LeBlanc

Katherine LeBlanc

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work focuses on helping clients recognize their strengths, challenge unhelpful self-beliefs, and build sustainable patterns of thought and behavior that foster growth and self-compassion.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Josephine Majorana

Josephine Majorana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy from a collaborative perspective, viewing my clients as the experts in their own lives while seeking to empower them to foster positive change...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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