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

Headway supports mental health across Santa Cruz neighborhoods including the Beach District, Downtown, and Westside with UnitedHealthcare plans. Our 2,867 providers offer talk therapy and medication management services, with copays starting near $30 and free intake consultations available.

Erin Bower

Erin Bower

Therapist

Virtual • La Mesa, CA


“I'm a licensed therapist, songwriter, and former middle school teacher who works with educators, helpers, and creatives who feel overwhelmed or stuck.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
David Cao

David Cao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I help young adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, mentally drained, or stuck take the first step toward care in a calm, low-pressure, nonjudgmental space.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Maria Sandi

Maria Sandi

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


“I value the collaborative relationship between therapist and client, guiding you on a journey of self-discovery and growth.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Asana Aruna

Asana Aruna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Glendale, CA


“I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in psychiatric nursing and additional experience practicing as a nurse practitioner.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Katherine Hernas

Katherine Hernas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice philosophy is driven by believing that everyone's journey is different and patience is essential.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Dr. Favor Osakwe

Dr. Favor Osakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to effectively diagnose and treat you with the least amount of medication possible, utilizing a combination of therapy, integrative, and holistic approaches tailored to your specific needs.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Paula D. Atkinson

Paula D. Atkinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love working with those recovering from years of dieting, disordered eating, food obsession, internalized weight stigma and body hatred.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Erwin Baird

Erwin Baird

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach, combining evidence-based treatment with mindfulness and holistic strategies.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Khadeer Khan

Khadeer Khan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am driven by an unwavering commitment to sow seeds of hope and cultivate a garden of resilience. Every interaction is a chance to illuminate the path towards recovery with empathy and understanding.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Yamileth Rivas

Yamileth Rivas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am impassioned about accompanying others on their journey toward mental health and wellness. I focus on meeting clients where they are and transmitting my care.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Anton Yanagisawa

Dr. Anton Yanagisawa

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I integrate different theoretical approaches in order to tailor a treatment that is most meaningful to you and relevant to your presenting challenge.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Scott Kopoian

Scott Kopoian

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My focus is a TEAM approach, working collaboratively with you to develop strategies to solve practical problems and move your life forward, consistent with your goals and values.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Kayleen Ramirez-Garcia

Kayleen Ramirez-Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stockton, CA


“My goal is to provide a safe space where you can process life's stressors, whether they come from family, work, or relationships.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vivian Rowe

Vivian Rowe

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I am a Marriage & Family Therapist, licensed in OR and CA, and have a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology. I offer holistic psychotherapy to adults with an accepting, calm, and compassionate approach. Many of my clients are busy people with multifaceted lives, and deal with anxiety, trauma, life transitions, depression, grief and loss, and relationship concerns. Other clients reach out with work or career worries, creative blocks, spiritual matters, or for personal growth. I work from a Jungian perspective, so at times might incorporate dream work, symbolism and synchronicity into our work together. Ultimately though, I will meet you where you are and incorporate the tools best suited for you.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abieyuwa Salami

Abieyuwa Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Bernardino, CA


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and alcohol use recovery.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Perrell

Cheryl Perrell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a strong interest in working with first-generation and culturally diverse clients, and I strive to provide therapy that is thoughtful, structured, and culturally responsive.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Roberta Iyamu

Dr. Roberta Iyamu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fair Oaks, CA


“She is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who treats patients struggling with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, PTSD, and schizoaffective disorders.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Pamela DeRitis

Pamela DeRitis

Therapist

Virtual • Gardena, CA


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, where we work together to explore your concerns and create a path toward healing and growth.”
United Healthcare + 16 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Antionette Sob

Antionette Sob

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I’m Antionette Sob, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to empowering individuals to live fuller, more balanced lives. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training in mental health, I aim to provide safe, supportive, and compassionate care. I believe that everyone can heal and grow — sometimes we need the right tools and guidance.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Danielle Perez

Danielle Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a warm, interactive, and empathetic approach to allow you to share your story, experiences and life challenges in a safe and inviting environment.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Rebecca Moreno

Rebecca Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to help you feel empowered and hopeful, while providing you the tools you need to navigate through your hardships.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Hillary Howard

Hillary Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use compassion, insight, and humor to create engaging and interactive sessions for you to see the progress you want to make.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Dr. Nicole Penick

Dr. Nicole Penick

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Nicole takes an integrative (humanistic and psychodynamic) approach to tackle the individual desires of each person.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Participatory
Porsha Gray

Porsha Gray

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I respect the autonomy of the people I work with... I try to maintain an empathetic and nonjudgmental stance.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sri Uppalapati

Dr. Sri Uppalapati

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I believe in a holistic approach to medication management, considering the whole person rather than just symptoms.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sheridan Henderson

Sheridan Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe in your ability to grow, heal, change. I ask you to be real, and I am real in return. I talk truth. I listen. I cuss sometimes. I crack jokes.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Kish

Wendy Kish

Therapist

Virtual • California


Clients often describe therapy with me as grounding, validating, and clarifying. I provide a space where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself away, or have everything figured out.

We move at a pace that feels safe while still supporting meaningful and lasting change. My goal is for you to feel more regulated, confident, and emotionally secure—within yourself and in your relationships.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
David Khalatyan

David Khalatyan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to leave their sessions with a clearer understanding of the issues that were talked about and a plan of action on how to tackle current issues.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Melanie Lapeyrolerie

Melanie Lapeyrolerie

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Hello! My name is Melanie Lapeyrolerie, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I offer in-person therapy in West Los Angeles and telehealth services to clients throughout the state. I work with a diverse range of individuals, from young adults to seniors aged 18 to 71. My specialties include treating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and alcohol and substance use disorders. To support my clients in enhancing their daily lives and overall well-being, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness, among others.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
C. Eric Erlenbush

C. Eric Erlenbush

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use practical, evidence-based tools to help reduce anxiety and stress through structured, collaborative work rather than talk alone.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mazyar Karandish

Dr. Mazyar Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual • Guerneville, CA


“My approach is flexible, client centered, and utilizes mindfulness-based interventions at every point of the journey towards healing.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Lindsay Fisher

Lindsay Fisher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“I see mental health care as deeply personal work. The trust you place in me is something I hold sacred.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Jamie Plaxco

Jamie Plaxco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms, and I value building therapeutic relationships with my clients.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • 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 + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Gracie Hensinger

Gracie Hensinger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Jolla, CA


“Gracie creates a calm, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered on their path to meaningful healing.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Kassahun Moges

Kassahun Moges

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, informed, and confident as we work together toward improved mental health and overall well-being.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Preety Kaur

Preety Kaur

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often tell me they leave sessions feeling better because they finally have an understanding of what is happening inside of them and know how to move forward with the different obstacles in their lives.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Katie Thompson

Katie Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand no two individuals are the same, and I tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Noah Peter

Noah Peter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“My practice has a nonjudgmental environment where your feelings and experiences are respected and validated.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
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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