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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Van Nuys, CA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Van Nuys, CA

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Raquel Bracamontes, Pmhnp-Bc

Raquel Bracamontes, Pmhnp-Bc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“I bring a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to mental health treatment for individuals and families.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Vosacek

Jennifer Vosacek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I create an environment where you can face your discomfort without judgment. You will be able to work through your deepest fears, biggest traumas, and hardest decisions in my office.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Taiann Knetge

Taiann Knetge

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a supportive, affirming space where Black women can show up fully as themselves—without having to educate or code-switch.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ermelinda Garza

Ermelinda Garza

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello,

I’m Ermelinda, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10+ years of experience in providing therapy to adults, children, and adolescents. Do you feel stuck, tired, and not being able to function in your daily life? Are you struggling to balance work, relationships, and life? Many times, we experience loss, grief, anxiety, stress, and depression. I look forward to helping you in your journey to healing. Life is hard and sometimes all you need is just a push.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrea Lapinski

Andrea Lapinski

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have over 30 years of clinical, counseling and administrative experience working with individuals and couples, addressing the unique issues related to their unique life experiences. I have extensive professional and personal experience with military families and veterans. I understand first-hand the struggles of grief and medical conditions that impact all aspects of life. I have supported chronically and terminally ill patients, individuals living with cancer or chronic medical diagnoses, as well as parents experiencing infertility, peripartum, and postpartum depression. Whether dealing with life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, or divorce, or simply seeking to express yourself and feel more confident, I am here to walk with you, provide insights, and support you toward lasting change.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Kristin Schinella

Dr. Kristin Schinella

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I integrate neuroscience, cognitive psychology, positive psychology & depth psychology, always focusing on creating meaningful connections to unlock new possibilities.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sara Abdelhadi

Sara Abdelhadi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You can expect an active listener and professional helper to guide you through your perspective sharing and collaborate on effective strategies to meet your needs.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rey L

Rey L

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My aim is to help you listen to and experience yourself in new or long-forgotten ways so that you may decipher the inner language of your distress and find change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Laura Partridge

Dr. Laura Partridge

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a person-centered approach to therapy that looks beyond symptoms to understand the experiences and challenges that contribute to them.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alyssa Van Boxmeer

Alyssa Van Boxmeer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My treatment is grounded in exposure and response prevention (ERP) - the gold standard, evidenced based approach for OCD...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katherine Farren

Katherine Farren

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is conversational, present, and engaged. I reflect back what I hear—and what I notice—in both your words and your body language.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beverly Ann Lunar

Beverly Ann Lunar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe that effective mental health care requires absolute transparency, active collaboration, and treatments rooted in solid clinical evidence.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amber Locke

Amber Locke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alpine, CA


“I am a clinically strong psychiatric nurse practitioner who prioritizes patient safety, ethical practice, and clear communication above all else.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anastasia Grace

Anastasia Grace

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy is not just about healing what hurts, but about expanding your capacity for connection, clarity, and a more meaningful life.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Lott

Lisa Lott

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, but you can also call me a parent supporter, a behavior calmer, trauma tamer and attachment builder.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanise Lewis

Shanise Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to collaborate with you through a non-directive approach while being directive based on your need within your session.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alina Antonyants

Alina Antonyants

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in establishing a strong therapeutic relationship, starting with a foundation based on trust.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Gershen

Dr. Jennifer Gershen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I will work collaboratively with you to help create treatment goals for you, your children and your family.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Choquette

Julie Choquette

Therapist

Virtual • Grass Valley, CA


“I believe in providing a client-centered, strength-based, nonjudgmental and compassionate place to assist clients in creating the life that they desire and deserve.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Monica Deyski

Monica Deyski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a space to better understand the patterns, relationships and experiences that have shaped you.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Pearson

Michael Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • Hermosa Beach, CA


“Michael and his team uses a non-judgmental, caring, and often uplifting approach that includes mindfulness and an appreciation and respect for diverse clientele...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gayleah Richmond

Gayleah Richmond

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping clients reach their full potential. I am open minded, positive, and real.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Stansell

Catherine Stansell

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have a Master's Degree in Counseling, Marriage, and Family from Phillips Graduate Institute.

I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from UCSB.

I typically work with clients who have a history of trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, and managing anxiety, The clients I work with are very motivated to make changes in their lives.

I worked with high-risk, traumatized, and abused youth for many years. I find practicing therapy very rewarding. Assisting my clients to work through life challenges and progress in their life journey is a privilege.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Loeb

Julie Loeb

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Julie Loeb, a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist specializing in guiding adult clients struggling with depression, anxiety and other issues through life transitions. With 20 years in mental health, including 13 years as a psychotherapist, I offer virtual-based therapy which is empathetic support and a judgment-free space for you to be heard. My experience spans private practice and public mental health clinics, honing my clinical skills and delivering successful outcomes. Get the tools you need today to thrive not just survive.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashley Yen

Ashley Yen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy is personal and each person is different, which is why my approach to therapy is client-led and meant to empower you.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julie Wright

Julie Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“Sessions with me are warm, honest, and engaged. I create a space where you can speak freely, feel respected, and sort through what is heavy without pressure or judgment.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thanh Mai

Thanh Mai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and personalized — I believe treatment works best when clients feel comfortable, respected, and involved in their care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angela Canestraro

Angela Canestraro

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an LMFT with more than 15 years of experience in trauma, relationships, and family systems.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mira Rocca

Mira Rocca

Therapist

Virtual • Calabasas, CA


“I create a space where you can reconnect with your body while honoring both your vulnerability and your inner strength.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Pamela Hughes

Pamela Hughes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monterey, CA


Pamela Hughes received her Undergraduate Degree in Psychology and her Masters Degree

in Clinical Psychology from Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, California.

Pamela has worked with individuals, couples and families improving their relationships

using the Collaborative Communication Skills as an Instructor. Pamela specializes in Addictions, ADHD, Family Systems and Hoarding.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Walsh

Sharon Walsh

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe the best work happens when you feel comfortable, understood, and supported. My goal is to create a space where you can be yourself—no pressure, no judgment, and no need to have everything figured out before you start. We’ll work together to explore what’s bringing you in, what matters most to you, and what you’d like to change or better understand.

I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all approaches. Each person is different, so our work will be tailored to your needs, your goals, and your pace. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, going through a transition, or simply wanting to better understand yourself, I’m here to help you move forward in a way that feels manageable and authentic.

What I Bring to Our Work

  • A welcoming, nonjudgmental space
  • Thoughtful listening and honest, compassionate feedback
  • A balance of insight and practical tools you can use outside of sessions
  • Support that’s personalized to you, not a preset formula

If you’re looking for someone who is easy to talk to, genuinely supportive, and invested in your growth, I’d be glad to work with you and see if we’re a good fit.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sheila Katz

Sheila Katz

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with children on the autism spectrum, offering tailored, compassionate, and effective support to meet each child and family's unique needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicole Pertuiset

Nicole Pertuiset

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like asking for feedback at the end of each session to ensure I'm tailoring sessions around what you are needing.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edward Garren

Edward Garren

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“The purpose of therapy is to remove blocks to truth; to help you abandon any patterns of belief that no longer serve you in a productive way; to implement self-forgiveness.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Cowles

Julie Cowles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe you are broken or needing to be fixed. I see therapy as a collaborative process of helping you reconnect with your strengths, resilience, intuition, needs, desires, feelings, inner wisdom, and self-trust.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Casey Goldberg

Casey Goldberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Casey! I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel truly heard and understood. I'm passionate about helping young adults navigate life's challenges and better understand themselves so they can live more fulfilling, authentic lives.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Theresa Sandoval

Theresa Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that with a little support, adults and children alike can discover within them the strengths and gifts they carry to lead healthy lives.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mona Dow

Mona Dow

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful change happens in a safe, supportive, and authentic therapeutic relationship.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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