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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Vista, CA

Headway connects Vista residents with UnitedHealthcare coverage to affordable mental health care. Access talk therapy and medication management with copays ranging $0-$30, with many providers offering free initial consultations.

Alice Kim

Alice Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Garden Grove, CA


“I believe every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their mental health journey.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Anaheim, CA


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

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Virginia Casimiro

Virginia Casimiro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jurupa Valley, CA


“I strongly believe therapy is an important relationship, in which you feel heard, understood and safe while also being open to new challenges for growth.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Energetic, Open-minded

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Alireza Nikpour

Alireza Nikpour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Redlands, CA


“I see medication as one important tool — not the only one — and I take time to understand your full picture before making recommendations.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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Christina Anakor

Christina Anakor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“My approach to care is rooted in compassion, trust, and understanding. I take time to listen beyond symptoms...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Vinessa Gaerlan-Finch

Vinessa Gaerlan-Finch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Brea, CA


“My approach centers on establishing a collaborative partnership with each client to create comprehensive and personalized treatments.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Keisha Murphy

Keisha Murphy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“Clients can expect me to address their emotional, psychological, and or behavioral concerns with empathy and genuine concern.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Allan Sadac

Allan Sadac

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Alamitos, CA


“From our work, I hope you leave every session with more clarity and direction about the changes you can influence and bring you closer to the life you are wanting.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Ijeoma Mbadugha

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe that our patients and families deserve the best in healthcare delivery. My purpose is to help eliminate the stigma and barriers to mental healthcare...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Julie Alvarez

Julie Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“My approach focuses on creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences openly.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Gloria Sudeta

Gloria Sudeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I am dual board-certified family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


I am a board certified, doctoral prepared PMHNP. I completed my post graduate at National University in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my DNP from Azusa Pacific University and graduated from CSUSB MSN program. I have been a faculty at CSUSB since 2014. Extensively trained and a certified Trauma-Informed specialist. I diagnose and treat mental disorders including medication-assisted treatment along with counseling for chemical dependency and substance use disorders.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Brandy Barnes

Brandy Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


Brandy earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Sociology from California State University of Long Beach in 2006 and earned her Masters of Social Work from California State University Fullerton in 2013. Brandy brings with her over twenty years of experience working in diverse clinical settings.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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Ese Ogbetuo

Ese Ogbetuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“I use a holistic approach in managing various disorders enabling individuals to maintain a healthy lifestyle...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“My approach is practical and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, history, treatment goals, and medication concerns before making recommendations.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
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
Yisraela Hayman

Yisraela Hayman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“EMDR & Somatic Based therapies are evidence based treatments, which are proven to be highly effective in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Jessica Smith

Jessica Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi! I'm an experienced and compassionate PMHNP-BC and dedicated to providing exceptional mental health care. I received a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from the university of Tennessee Health Science Center. Also certified in Family Practice, Adult Gerontology, Acute Care. With over 10 years of experience in the nursing field, I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD (I DO NOT prescribe stimulant medication, such as Adderall, Ritalin, Vyvanse or Folacin), etc.

United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
John Preble

John Preble

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think therapy should consider the whole person; recognizing complex balance of mind, body, spirit, and one's personal/social environment.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Linda Snouffer

Linda Snouffer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I empower people to decrease their negative thinking and build new insights into their own natural strengths and creating awarenesses to triggers that may keep them from being their best selves.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Okechuku Nwanganga

Okechuku Nwanganga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am more interested in empowering you to make your own decisions than I am in you doing what is "right."”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Kaitlyn McNulty

Kaitlyn McNulty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We all thrive when we are listened to and feel understood so I hope to create a space where you feel welcomed and safe.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Valderene DaPaixao Passos Waian

Valderene DaPaixao Passos Waian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Dr. Urania Acevedo

Dr. Urania Acevedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be both compassionate and productive, and that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Andrea Jordan

Andrea Jordan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and disease management coordinator with a background in psychiatric care and medical care.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nhat Ngo

Nhat Ngo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe a therapist's role is not to "fix" someone's problem(s) but rather to empower the individual to make changes that are best for him/her...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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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
Gretchen Aguro

Gretchen Aguro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I've seen mental illness quietly unravel the lives of people I love, and that experience shapes the way I show up for every single person I work with.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Matthew Carroll

Matthew Carroll

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take a whole-person approach to mental health care and believe that effective treatment involves more than simply managing symptoms.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Chihiro Usami

Chihiro Usami

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want therapy sessions to be not only helpful, but also a learning experience that brings out your strengths that you may have never knew you had.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Stephanie Acevedo-Moran

Stephanie Acevedo-Moran

Therapist

Virtual • California


I provide holistic, compassionate, and spiritual support to individuals facing end of life and the support of their loved ones.

United Healthcare + 4 others
End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jake Mazzullo

Jake Mazzullo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Psychiatry is a relationship. I specialize in working with Veterans and the unique challenges we face.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Robert Vander Zwart

Robert Vander Zwart

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


Robert Troy Vander Zwart obtained his Master's Degree at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary and has over 25 years of experience. Prior to beginning in his private practice Troy worked in a variety of clinical settings. Troy's specialty is counseling individuals with symptoms of depression and anxiety and who have experienced trauma. He also has a passion for couples counseling, marriage and pre-marriage counseling, and family therapy.

United Healthcare + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Deborah Barraza

Deborah Barraza

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I’m trained at the graduate level in mental health care across the lifespan. I assess mental health concerns, diagnose conditions, prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, and provide psychotherapy. I also coordinate care with therapists, primary care providers, and other specialists as needed.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tammie Sims-Russell

Tammie Sims-Russell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I strive to create a collaborative, respectful environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they work toward meaningful change.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Dr. Vikram Dhillon

Dr. Vikram Dhillon

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“My approach to providing the best care to my patients is to listen to their concerns and addressing them with understanding and the most appropriate treatment.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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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