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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Barbara, CA

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Erika McNeill

Erika McNeill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As your therapist, you will get someone who is authentic, straightforward, down-to-earth, and open-minded.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dynasty Huckleby

Dynasty Huckleby

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I show up as a real person in the room, building a genuine, collaborative relationship where honesty, humor, and authenticity are part of the work.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Kandy Mejia

Kandy Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a first-generation Latina, I understand the complex layers that can come with navigating identity, family expectations, relationships and cultural values.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Claudia Franzosi

Claudia Franzosi

Therapist

Virtual • California


Neurodivergent, Autism Spectrum,ADHD,Social anxiety, LGBTQIA+: I can help!

Welcome! With the supportive help of an experienced, "seasoned" therapist, we will take action towards the change you need to make. I will hold your hand and hold you accountable, with the right dose of support, guidance, and humor.

I trained as a psychotherapist in European and American Universities. I use effective, science based approaches.

If you do not find availability in my calendar, please contact me directly at [email protected].

Questions? Text/call me at 415-48-EARTH; 415-483-2784

United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Robert Hirsch

Robert Hirsch

Psychologist

Virtual • Palm Springs, CA


“I view my work as a collaborative process where I join my client in defining and moving toward his or her goals and individual journey.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
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 + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Desirae Giraldes

Desirae Giraldes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here as a trusted partner that you can confide in, but also as someone who will challenge you and help you grow.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Phillip Guttmann

Phillip Guttmann

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


I specialize in helping clients navigating trauma, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, & much more. I earned my MSW from New York University in 2011 and have worked as a forensic social worker in NYC at The Legal Aid Society & have also worked with Gay Men's Health Crisis, Services for the Underserved, Footsteps & Office of the Appellate Defender. I moved to Los Angeles in 2017 and have been in private practice since 2018.

United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
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
Dr. Joy Berkheimer

Dr. Joy Berkheimer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Dr. Joy's goal is to support clients in reconnecting with their inner clarity and capacity for pleasure, agency, and authentic connection.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Frankee Carlin

Frankee Carlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a therapist with lived experience, I firmly believe that life is hard and that American capitalist/colonialist society does little to provide people with the tools needed to thrive.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Valerie Handlers

Valerie Handlers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is loving, compassionate and direct. If you just want someone to listen and not give you suggestions on how to improve your life, then I am not the right therapist for you!”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lizzet Monroy

Lizzet Monroy

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and received my Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Los Angeles. I’ve been working in the mental health field for 7 years. My practice helps individuals who have experience trauma. I have experience in various therapy modalities including, EMDR, Mindfulness, mind-body awareness, Evidence-Based practices, among others; addressing issues surrounding depression, anxiety, PTSD and many other mental health conditions.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Lane McConnell

Lane McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe successful therapy works best when there is a positive empathetic working relationship between the client & therapist.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Soua Moua

Soua Moua

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth, and together, we can unlock your potential for positive transformation.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Christopher Offor

Christopher Offor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I personally do not focus on pathologizing my clients, so I focus on emphasizing the client's strengths and resources to create positive change.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Renee Hawley

Renee Hawley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide non-judgmental, authentic support. We all need help sometimes, if you're ready, I'm ready, we got this.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Ebie Okonkwo-Anwasi PhD

Ebie Okonkwo-Anwasi PhD

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am goal-oriented, and together, we will map out a plan tailored to get you the best result possible.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Samir Hamed

Samir Hamed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“My approach to providing care is client-centered and holistic. I work collaboratively with clients to understand their unique needs and create personalized treatment plans.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Carolina Eberhard Veira

Carolina Eberhard Veira

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is centered around creating a safe, supportive space where we can collaborate to identify and work towards goals that truly matter to you.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Clint Nacar

Clint Nacar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“With the collaboration of each patient, Mr. Nacar strives to develop individualized plans of care addressing each patient's unique situation and concerns.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Amanda McDaniel

Amanda McDaniel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In my work, I use many different approaches depending on the needs of my clients... I try to help people using a psychodynamic approach to become aware of unconscious material...”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Kateri Ross

Kateri Ross

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Kateri Ross, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Davis, and my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Health Psychology from Santa Clara University.

My clinical background includes work in both community mental health and private practice settings, where I have helped individuals manage acute challenges as well as long-standing emotional and behavioral patterns that impact daily functioning and overall well-being.

I specialize in working with adults ages 18 and older experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, postpartum depression and anxiety, binge eating, perfectionism, procrastination, stress management, and life transitions. I also support individuals who struggle with self-critical thinking, guilt, shame, emotional overwhelm, managing stress or difficulty maintaining balance during demanding phases of life.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Johnson

Robert Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Grass Valley, CA


“I believe in the healing force within each person and its natural inclination to arc towards wholeness and health.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
DeAnna Bereza

DeAnna Bereza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be active, structured, and results-focused. My approach blends evidence-based techniques from CBT, DBT, MCT, IFS, and more, tailored to your unique needs.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Magdalena Rodriguez

Magdalena Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that a crucial component in a client's progress is the therapeutic relationship and I hope to foster a positive, inviting relationship with my clients.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Mazzulo

Chelsea Mazzulo

Therapist

Virtual • California


It is okay to not be okay! Whether it be depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, sexuality or life transitions, we can create a space for healing to begin.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters in Clinical Psychology. For ten years I have provided individual, family, and group therapy in hospital settings, residential treatment centers, and outpatient treatment centers.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Revitalized Resilience

Revitalized Resilience

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in your strength and resilience. Even if you can't see it yet, it's there – and I'll help you find it.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Syed Jafar

Syed Jafar

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I believe in active listening, getting to know my patients thoroughly and come up with a treatment plan that is unique and help the patient getting maximum stability and relief of symptoms.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Ramos

Jennifer Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • Covina, CA


“I provide a safe, nurturing, and collaborative space to explore emotions, build resilience, and begin the healing process.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Ramirez

Juan Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Ana, CA


“Therapy doesn't have to feel overly clinical or full of jargon. I keep things real, practical, and focused on what actually helps.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Jasmine Pollak

Jasmine Pollak

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize a person-centered, integrative therapeutic approach, drawing from humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based interventions.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Cabrera

Alexis Cabrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


I commit to supporting your growth whilst challenging your outdated defense mechanisms. Old patterns got you this far, and my Gestalt training allows me to see your obstacles as creative adjustments. I will empower you to choose, consciously, what works and what works no longer.

United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Angelica Ortega

Angelica Ortega

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use the strengths-based approach not only to foster hope and self-efficacy but also encourage a collaborative, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship where you will feel seen for who you are, rather than just your challenges.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Jennifer Bolen

Jennifer Bolen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in establishing a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients throughout our therapeutic journey.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Alexandra Agar

Dr. Alexandra Agar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you increase your self confidence, sexual self esteem and knowledge around sex and sexuality.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Warm

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Aaron Martin

Aaron Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


To simplify scheduling, book consultations through my website, not Headway: AaronMartinTherapy.com

As a mixed-race, Queer therapist, I support other LGBTQ folks, providing a safe space to simply be. I believe our varying identities impact the way the world interacts with us, and how our mental health symptoms present. I view my therapeutic role as balancing support and action to nudge you into new patterns that better support you.

United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


Dr. Aw primary interest is the intersection between mental and physical health. Dr. Aw’s philosophy, one does not exist outside of the other. Furthermore, Depression and anxiety in patients who are also suffering from medical issues feels significantly worse, and it is his goal to get patients on the road to recovery.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Anna Noble

Anna Noble

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Words are important and I want to hear your story, but then, let's focus on the intuitive, subcortical, non-verbal part of the brain to foster deeper healing.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Infertility
Creative, Holistic, 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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