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

Access mental health support in Santa Maria with UnitedHealthcare coverage through Headway's network of 2,860 licensed providers. Sessions—available in-person or virtually—can be scheduled within days, with copays starting around $30. Headway handles insurance coordination so you can focus on your care without worrying about costs.

Beth Dipietro

Beth Dipietro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Santa Maria, CA


Feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or heartbroken? Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need support. I'd be honored to help you walk through your difficult situations and emotions. With several years of experience helping people from all walks of life, I take a non-judgmental approach tailored to your unique circumstances, helping you heal, solve problems, manage challenges, and grow into the person you want to be.

United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Carla Sotelo

Carla Sotelo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Orcutt, CA


“My goal is that my clients feel seen and heard. I'm committed to providing a safe, compassionate and supportive environment that allows room for growth and healing.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Lacey Gibson

Lacey Gibson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Arroyo Grande, CA


“Life can feel challenging and overwhelming—especially when you're juggling everything for others and losing sight of yourself.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm

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Shuriee Gioieni

Shuriee Gioieni

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Lompoc, CA


“I create a safe and nonjudgmental environment for my clients to feel comfortable while sharing their stories.”
United Healthcare + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Mackenzie McFarland

Mackenzie McFarland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Luis Obispo, CA


“Within my practice, I will collaboratively work with you to find a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you with evidenced-based approaches.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

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Timothy Malone

Timothy Malone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Luis Obispo, CA


“I am told I have a calming presence by my clients, which allows me to challenge them and be direct, without being intimidating.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mary Walton

Mary Walton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Luis Obispo, CA


“Mary creates a safe environment for client's to speak freely and takes a solution-focused approach to mental health well-being.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Lindsay Siddons

Lindsay Siddons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Templeton, CA


“Play Therapy lets children communicate through play - toys are their words and play is their language.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm

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Jamie Dunn

Jamie Dunn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Templeton, CA


I became licensed as a MFT ten years ago and began practicing 15 years ago. I earned my Master's Degree from the University of San Francisco (USF), where I dedicated my required 3,000 hours of experience to serving the diverse population that the Bay Area has to offer.

I have a broad range of experience and skills to support individual adults and adolescents of diverse backgrounds and identities seeking relief from depression and anxiety, among other common stressors in their lives.

United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory

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Justin Sundgot-Smith

Justin Sundgot-Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Goleta, CA


“I use an eclectic mix of different therapeutic styles, but I am namely oriented towards acceptance based approaches which incorporate mindful based somatic awareness, values alignment, and compassion focused.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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Matthew Miller

Matthew Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that good psychiatric care works best when people feel comfortable asking questions and fully understand their options.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Farrah Jallalvandi

Farrah Jallalvandi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I want to empower my patients to understand and treat their conditions with a holistic patient-center approach.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Maternal mental health
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Ryan Jordan

Ryan Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapeutically, I specialize in substance abuse counseling/addiction, as I am a certified substance use counselor and have worked in substance abuse treatment before becoming a therapist.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Esmeralda Garcia

Esmeralda Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe space to process your thoughts where you will be asked difficult questions and will be supported to grow and explore options.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Sabrina Shammas

Sabrina Shammas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


“My belief is that the client is the expert on their lives, working collaboratively as their co-pilot when approaching mental health.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous

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Shebna Osanmoh

Shebna Osanmoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“With many years of experience in psychiatric nursing, he has developed expertise in holistic and individualized psychiatric assessments, crisis interventions, and culturally appropriate solutions to mental health care issues.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Mariefaye Ramos

Mariefaye Ramos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“In each instance, Dr. Ramos employs a compassionate and multifaceted approach to treatment, providing evidence-based pharmacotherapy tailored to individual needs...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Daniel Egharevba

Daniel Egharevba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take time to understand your symptoms, history, and strengths so we can build a treatment plan that supports long‐term stability and meaningful progress.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Sheila Clifford

Sheila Clifford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am strengths based and use CBT/DBT. It is incredibly important to me that you feel that your strengths are highlighted and utilized as we build a plan for the healthiest version of yourself.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Cindy Faraguna

Cindy Faraguna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am dual board-certified as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with a passion for functional medicine. I believe mental health is best addressed by looking at the whole person—mind, body, and soul. I’ve been working in healthcare for over 20 years. Through my experience in mental health, I have the privilege of working with adults aged 21–60. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, mood disorders, and eating disorders, offering a safe and respectful space for growth and healing.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Sky Lea Ross

Dr. Sky Lea Ross

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Operating primarily from a client-centered lens, Dr. Sky views her clients as the experts of their own lives, providing them with empathy, empowerment, and focusing on strengths rather than deficits.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Patience Okpala

Patience Okpala

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, empowered, and supported in achieving their mental health and wellness goals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Matthew Erilim

Matthew Erilim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel understood, and I'm committed to being that for my patients.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Lorraine Halder

Lorraine Halder

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe treatment should focus on helping clients feel emotionally stable, understood, and empowered again.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Blessing Omoruyi

Blessing Omoruyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in building a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, empathy, and respect. I take time to listen to my patients' experiences, understand their unique needs, and collaboratively develop personalized treatment plans that address not...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Courtni Hawkins

Courtni Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. As a culturally competent therapist, my mission is to empower individuals to harness their inner strength and create transformative change in their lives.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
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
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
Marccene Saint Hilaire

Marccene Saint Hilaire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“With more than 3 years of advanced practice experiences, telemedicine has given an opportunity to reach people who have been facing a variety of challenges in the most remote part.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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
Dr. Anna Lee

Dr. Anna Lee

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I am a clinical psychologist licensed in California and Illinois, and can see clients from both states. I have worked with clients in the areas of depression, anxiety, relationships issues, addictions, stress management, sport and performance, bipolar disorder, and binge eating disorder. My therapy style is personable, connected, focused, and attuned.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Relationship issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Lydia Luna

Dr. Lydia Luna

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Everything you need to know is already inside of you, together we'll discover the answers you're seeking, regulate your nervous system, gain practical tools and improve your sense of well-being.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alissa Young

Alissa Young

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Clients would describe me as a 'safe space', where clients can feel validated and supported when sharing their challenges and exploring next steps.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Jazmin Barrera

Jazmin Barrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual (Spanish & English) marriage and family therapist licensed in California with over 14 years of experience working in clinical practice. I am born and raised in San Francisco's Mission District. I am Salvarodan and Nicaraguan; and a native Spanish speaker. I have served clients experiencing multiple occurring conditions requiring some form of crisis stabilization service or intervention. I have counseled individuals and families dealing with an array of issues such as immigration/deportation, domestic and community violence, teen pregnancy, work – readiness, homelessness, substance abuse, and more. I use a client-centered and strengths-based approach when I work with clients. I believe that it is critical to collaborate with cleints in identifying and attaining what they are seeking. I believe that clients are experts in their lives and I am an expert my field.

United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Shala Shardil

Shala Shardil

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in tapering benzos and other psych meds augmented with personalized taper plans, therapy, and wellness coaching programs, plus Neurofeedback (LENS).”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Matthew Bensadigh

Matthew Bensadigh

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach to therapy includes working on cognition, beliefs, behaviors, sensory acuity, and knowledge to help get you to where you want to be.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Celeste Zarpas

Celeste Zarpas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the most important thing in our time together is that you feel heard, seen, and supported.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic disorders, PTSD
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Ben Wallman

Ben Wallman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, understanding, open-minded, focusing on creating a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can explore and overcome challenges.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Eri Minagawa

Eri Minagawa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe in the connection between "Body, Mind, and Soul". I like to focus on every aspect of my clients' life.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Jung Hwan Hyun

Jung Hwan Hyun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Santa Monica, CA


“My goal is to get you back up on your feet again without having to feel burdened by your mental health.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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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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