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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Whittier, CA

Find mental health support across Whittier neighborhoods including Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, and Norwalk through Headway's Aetna-affiliated providers. With copays ranging from $0-$30 and 8,559 providers available, you can start therapy as soon as tomorrow.

Dr. Seima Diaz

Dr. Seima Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“I combine insight with practical tools to create meaningful, measurable change in adolescents and adults.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Carrie McElwee

Carrie McElwee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are and creating a safe space help them feel empowered, as positive change occurs judgement-free and unapologetic.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Vimal Patel

Vimal Patel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


Hi, I’m Vimal Patel, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in healthcare. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing and have a background in both psychiatric and intensive care nursing. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders using a combination of medication management and supportive therapy. My approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and centered around your unique needs and goals. I'm here to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered on your mental health journey.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Jennifer Moen

Jennifer Moen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I use EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and trauma-responsive interventions in a direct and grounded way to facilitate meaningful, sustainable change.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Dr. Jack Sample

Dr. Jack Sample

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I'm Dr. Jack Sample, a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles offering psychodynamic, depth-oriented therapy at my office in Hollywood. My practice is informed by training and education in psychology, cultural anthropology, and nonfiction storytelling. I believe therapy is an opportunity to address the roots of suffering and support enduring change. My approach aims to cultivate capacities for thinking, feeling, and creativity to foster a greater sense of agency and aliveness.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

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Jacqueline Bredehoft

Jacqueline Bredehoft

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Orange, CA


“I provide you with compassionate care and bring you highly personalized, effective, safe, and customized treatment to address your specific needs, symptoms, and genetic makeup.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Moina Khan

Moina Khan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Fountain Valley, CA


“I believe strongly in the therapeutic alliance, founded on mutual trust, engagement, and belief in the process of therapy.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 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.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Carrie Varkatzas

Carrie Varkatzas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“I have over a decade of experience helping others with anxiety, self-esteem issues, anger management, stress reduction, life transitions, communication challenges, and young adult issues.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Chelsea Sutter

Chelsea Sutter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Tustin, CA


I specialize in working with adults experiencing burnout, chronic stress/anxiety, trauma, and neurodivergence. As a neurodivergent therapist who has navigated my own experiences with burnout, I understand how exhausting it can be to constantly feel "on" for everyone else. I’m especially passionate about supporting helping professionals, caregivers, and high-achieving folks who spend so much energy caring for others that they forget to care for themselves. I also bring my full personality into the therapy room (including humor, authenticity, and the occasional slightly twisted joke) when the moment calls for it.

Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bahar Payandeh

Dr. Bahar Payandeh

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Glendale, CA


“I take an inquisitive approach to therapy where we explore patterns and challenges while also encouraging my patients to take meaningful steps towards the goals they set for themselves.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Erika Kosterlitzky

Erika Kosterlitzky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Erin Beldner-Martinez

Erin Beldner-Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I'm a licensed therapist who believes therapy works best when clients feel safe, understood and are met with compassion.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sally Mansour

Sally Mansour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • La Cañada Flintridge, CA


“I use a strengths based approach to empower you to process negative thoughts and emotions, and tap into internal and external resources to maximize coping and thriving.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Banda

Juan Banda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


“His clinical approach integrates EMDR-informed, trauma-focused, and solution-focused interventions to help clients reduce emotional distress, build resilience, improve self-efficacy, and develop healthier patterns of thinking and behavior.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Jennifer Velazquez

Jennifer Velazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Tustin, CA


“Her warm, nonjudgmental approach creates a safe environment for clients to explore difficult emotions and experiences.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Cassondra Del Rosario

Cassondra Del Rosario

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


Hi, Im Cassondra Del Rosario or Cassie is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have a Master’s Degree in Developmental Psychology from Azusa Pacific University and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Counseling from Alliant International University. I am trained in EMDR to support and help those heal from their trauma.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Challenging, Direct, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Sumner

Erin Sumner

Therapist

In-person • 14 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“I treat adults, specializing in relationships, trauma, stress, workplace conflict, anxiety, sexual abuse/assault, family dynamics, divorce, life changes, & personal crises.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Physical health issues
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Kimmy Hunkle

Kimmy Hunkle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I don't believe therapy should consist of spending years talking in circles while your life stays the same.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Ryan Lisman

Ryan Lisman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Burbank, CA


“I employ a humanistic therapy approach that is client-centered and tailored to your individual therapeutic needs.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Schrudder

Joanna Schrudder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Orange, CA


“I work collaboratively to create safe space where my clients can explore their stories, strengths, and foster meaningful change.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Clay Crosby

Clay Crosby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I seek to provide clients a safe, non-judgmental place to express and explore their challenges, and help them to rediscover their talents, strengths and resources.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julissa Miro Quesada

Julissa Miro Quesada

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I deeply value cultural context and our innate need for human connection, authenticity, and belonging.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ese Ogbetuo

Ese Ogbetuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • 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.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Manuel Cruz

Manuel Cruz

Therapist

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


“I strive to create a safe, non-judgemental environment where I can meet my clients where they are and help them learn to become the best version of themselves.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Nate Anderson

Nate Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Costa Mesa, CA


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


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

Cristy Thom

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • La Cañada Flintridge, CA


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel understood and empowered.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Anne Marie Ruta Buchanan

Anne Marie Ruta Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Tustin, CA


“For anxiety, I provide psychoeducation on the brain and body's response to threat, and look for ways my clients behaviorally shift so that they can decrease the intensity and frequency of symptoms that get in the way of them living their ideal lives.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Jonathan Vela

Jonathan Vela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I pull from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you understand patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, but I also lean into a humanistic style, meaning I see you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis or a set of symptoms.

I believe therapy should feel like a safe, judgment-free space where you can show up as you are. Whether we’re exploring your relationships, working through anxiety or depression, or identifying what really matters to you, my goal is to support your growth with curiosity, care, and clarity.

I also value realness, I’ll challenge you when it’s helpful, offer insight when you're stuck, and celebrate the progress you might overlook. You're the expert on your life; I’m here to help you reconnect with that truth and build the kind of change that lasts.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Amy Jordan

Amy Jordan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Glendale, CA


“My approach is very relaxed and non-judgemental. I truly believe that each person holds the keys to unlock their own wisdom...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Lucinda Guarino

Lucinda Guarino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My overarching purpose is to see others mentally and emotionally empowered and prepared with tools that promote successful career and personal development.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Hannah Greenbaum

Hannah Greenbaum

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, curious, and direct, with an emphasis on helping clients better understand themselves and build a life that feels meaningful and manageable.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea James

Andrea James

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Montrose, CA


My expertise is in child and adolescent anxiety reduction, OCD, autism and ADHD. My goal is to provide education to kids and their parents about anxiety and related and co-occurring conditions. I also frequently treat phobias, separation anxiety, emotion regulation issues, school refusal, learning disabilities, trauma, giftedness and 2e.

I am also experienced in helping adults and children navigate issues related to divorce including coparenting, custody planning, divorce navigation from considering separation (discernment) through divorce mediation/proceedings to post judgment. I also have expertise in helping adults navigate post separation abuse, domestic violence and coercive control.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Melissa Paz-Medrano

Melissa Paz-Medrano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Orange, CA


“I believe therapy is helping individuals reconnect with their strengths, build self-awareness, develop practical tools while moving toward healing and growth.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
David Andreone

David Andreone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Culver City, CA


“I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, creative blocks, relationship challenges, performance pressure, and major life or career transitions.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Matthew Lynch

Dr. Matthew Lynch

Psychologist

In-person • 17 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


Life is Difficult! Many obstacles and challenges! I've been practicing 25+ years assisting adults (of all ages) and teens (15+) with major life changes, mild/moderate depression, anxiety, relationship/attachment issues, sobriety and its relation to mental health. I also work with high functioning career/work choices - helping students/adult-professionals find Purpose-Vision, and Ambition in their career (Life/Career-Coaching). I employ talk therapy to alleviate symptoms, elevate mood, increase self-awareness and existing strengths. I also help people in recovery to alleviate 'Character Defects' that continue on in sobriety.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oliver Drakeford

Oliver Drakeford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • West Hollywood, CA


“I believe that life is most satisfying when the relationships we have with our 'Self,' with 'Others,' and with our 'Family' are healthy and balanced.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Doug Wilson

Dr. Doug Wilson

Psychologist

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


“I collaborate with a wide range of clients, with a particular interest in helping men with a variety of issues including relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, difficult childhoods, and infidelity.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna 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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