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Torrance deserves accessible mental health support. Connect with 8,309 warm, solution-oriented providers through Headway across Downtown, Seaside, and Old Town. With free intake calls, next-day availability, and insurance accepted, starting your mental health journey is easier than ever.

Natalie Demus

Natalie Demus

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you have been carrying stress, anxiety, or the weight of life's challenges for a long time, you may have wondered whether things can actually change. I believe they can.

I am a licensed clinical social worker in California with over 30 years of clinical experience working with adults, families, and communities. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I welcome clients from all cultural backgrounds. My work spans a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, and substance use recovery.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Denise Smith

Denise Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Corning, CA


“I take a warm, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approach, creating a safe space where my clients feel heard and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Matt McGiffen

Matt McGiffen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have focused on crisis management and suicide prevention for much of my professional career, working in community and forensic settings.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sheryce Allendorf

Sheryce Allendorf

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm known for my grounded presence, clinical clarity, and ability to create a safe, collaborative space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.”
End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Diaz

David Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am here to remind you that it is okay to start something new, normal to lean into discomfort for growth, & that your future self will be extremely proud of you.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raul Poblano Alvarez

Raul Poblano Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, reflect, and work toward meaningful growth and healing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nimish Chakarwarti

Nimish Chakarwarti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I provide medication management alongside supportive therapy-informed care. My approach is comprehensive and collaborative...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Buer

Jennifer Buer

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a caring and compassionate person who genuinely wants to help others. I

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Williamson

Megan Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi,

I’m Megan , an LMFT , licensed in California. I am an easy going , kind and compassionate psychotherapist who provides a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to process life’s challenges and grow in self awareness . I empower clients to find their peace and restore balance.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alec Bustos

Alec Bustos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families, especially those navigating trauma, emotional dysregulation, neurodivergence, adoption/foster care, and identity exploration.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Miaisha James

Miaisha James

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! My name is Miaisha. Are you looking for a space where you can keep it real and get support? Then you are at the right place because I believe that everyone deserves a space where they can feel heard, understood, and supported. I am a compassionate and culturally sensitive Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use multiple treatment approaches when working with clients, one of which is client-centered, this allows you to be the driver of your journey, while I am riding in the passenger seat. Whether you're adjusting to new life roles or seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m here to support you. You deserve a therapist who sees and affirms you, helping you embrace change with confidence and resilience. Let’s work together to create meaningful, lasting change. I invite you to reach out and take the first step and know that you are not alone. Together, we’ll create a path forward that honors your unique journey.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicole Cowan

Nicole Cowan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Minerva Paz

Minerva Paz

Therapist

Virtual • Chatsworth, CA


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and grounded in helping you reconnect with yourself, strengthen relationships, and navigate life's transitions with more confidence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yasmin Rehman

Yasmin Rehman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. You can expect a mix of gentle questions, active listening, and thoughtful guidance.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cinthya Pasallo

Cinthya Pasallo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a trauma-informed approach and integrate evidence-based modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Campbell

Candice Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, collaborative and balanced approach using cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help clients embrace their authentic selves and improve their quality of life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Paulson

Lisa Paulson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a supportive non-judgmental space where we can work together to move towards healing and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Simone Lewis

Simone Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that prioritizing your mental health is the foundation of building your own personal wellbeing.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ellen Urtecho

Ellen Urtecho

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have supported individuals struggling with dual diagnosis—mental health and/or substance use primarily in Residential Treatment settings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Augustina Urubusi

Augustina Urubusi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I have worked in Mental Health for 7 years. Graduated as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Walden University.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shannon Oliveira

Shannon Oliveira

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to meet clients where they are at emotionally, and provide support so they feel comfortable to open up...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mayra Penaloza

Mayra Penaloza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about creating a supportive and compassionate space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout their healing journey.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sonya Parrott

Sonya Parrott

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone has strengths that can be rediscovered and built upon in the healing process, and my role is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard and respected.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Daniel Kruse

Daniel Kruse

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, and my role is to create a supportive and nurturing environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Ragus

Natalie Ragus

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help you navigate the challenges you're facing and build the life you want.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Lehman

Laurie Lehman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see our time together developing an inviting partnership. I use my client's strengths, needs, and goals as a roadmap to explore and gain insight.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jazmin Cohen

Jazmin Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is working collaboratively with you and empowering you to change your unwanted feelings and behaviors.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tevin Heyward

Tevin Heyward

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is grounded, collaborative, and focused on helping clients feel understood while moving toward meaningful growth.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aaron Carter

Aaron Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive environment to ensure my clients feel comfortable expressing themselves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Patterson

Lisa Patterson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't see you as a list of symptoms to be fixed, but as a whole person with a unique culture, story, and pace.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nia King

Nia King

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I grew up in a community where mental health resources were limited for black youth. That experience inspired me to become a therapist...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andy Terzyan

Andy Terzyan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy should be a positive experience. You are here to improve aspects of your life and work on areas that need improvement.”
Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Gordon

Brittany Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is to provide healing through having a strong, supportive therapeutic relationship with my clients and ensuring that they feel seen, heard, and empowered to make the wanted changes in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Fregoso

Jose Fregoso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I became a psychiatric nurse practitioner because I've seen mental health care from multiple angles, and honestly, most of it is broken.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lisa Friedman

Lisa Friedman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you already have information as to what will help you in your journey. It is my job to help you get to the answers...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marisa Feliciano-Garcia

Marisa Feliciano-Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to move toward the life they want.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Denise Adams

Denise Adams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a therapist, I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can feel safe exploring their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tesi Long

Tesi Long

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 17 years of experience providing behavioral health services, including substance use treatment, trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and co-occurring mental health treatment. I work with adolescents, adults, families, and older adults navigating addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and major life transitions.

Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, identities, and lived experiences. I have extensive experience serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities and integrate culturally responsive, strengths-based, and holistic approaches into treatment. I am committed to providing inclusive, affirming, and respectful care and welcome clients of all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences.

My professional background includes work in residential treatment, psychiatric and behavioral health settings, crisis services, substance use programs, schools, tribal health programs, and community mental health. I have also supervised clinicians and social work students and contributed to program development focused on recovery, resilience, and culturally grounded healing.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yanira Chavez

Yanira Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a first-generation Latina living with chronic illnesses, I understand the unique hardships, cultural expectations, and barriers that can impact mental health and well-being.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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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 Mental Health Therapist in Torrance

Searching for therapists in Torrance starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Many people look for therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, or stress at work or home. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and experience that match what you want to address. A therapist’s bio can also show how they describe their approach, what sessions may focus on, and whether their background aligns with your preferences.

Torrance has local therapy options, but availability may vary by schedule, neighborhood, and appointment format. Virtual therapy can expand your search beyond offices near Downtown, Seaside, Old Town, or nearby South Bay communities while still keeping care connected to California-licensed therapists. As you narrow your options, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, provides in-person or virtual sessions, and offers a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect in the first session.

Therapy in Torrance can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and get a clearer estimate before you book. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, verify your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront. You can browse therapists in Torrance, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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