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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,150 empowering providers ready to help. With sessions available virtually or in-person and accepted by 70+ insurance plans, many clients save significantly on their mental health care.

Lorre Webb

Lorre Webb

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and real. Therapy with me isn't about judgment or fixing you—because you're not broken.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cindy Jones

Cindy Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I believe that counseling is a collaboration between client and therapist... Humor, feedback, support, skill building and education are all used in this collaboration.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Alcala

Eric Alcala

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience helping clients with self-esteem, motivation, anxiety, depression, trauma, and family conflict.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kim Shin

Kim Shin

Therapist

Virtual • Vacaville, CA


Hi, I'm Kim! I firmly believe that change is always possible- and it's never too late to start the process. I work in a collaborative, eclectic, with my clients. I will provide a safe space for you to explore and practice new skills- free of judgment. If you are ready to improve your life and open to discovering new solutions to life's challenges, I can help. Invest in yourself with focused time and energy in therapy to move toward the life you want and deserve!

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bianca Bannerman

Bianca Bannerman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Therapy is for anyone and not a one-size-fits-all routine. I believe in working alongside clients to determine the best path forward. A safe space will always be provided but growth comes from discomfort and admitting to how we exist outside of what may be considered normal.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alicia Flores

Alicia Flores

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with teens using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy which is an evidence-based model that promotes psychological strength...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kristen Howerton

Kristen Howerton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy should be tailored to the client and their needs, and not the preferences of the therapist.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kristen Welke

Kristen Welke

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with clinical training and licensure in California, Illinois, and Wisconsin. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. My background includes working with individuals from diverse cultural, relational, and identity backgrounds, and I am especially affirming of queer, non-monogamous, and marginalized communities. I bring a strong social justice lens to my work and value therapy that is thoughtful, inclusive, and grounded in real-world context. I show up authentically with my unofficial therapy dog, Willow.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Dorsey

Stephanie Dorsey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a humanistic and person-centered approach to therapy, grounded in the belief that each individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Garcia

Anthony Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Solvang, CA


“My goal is to foster a compassionate therapeutic connection that empowers you to make informed decisions and choices within and beyond our sessions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Bernard

Alexis Bernard

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience working with adults navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and stress.

I specialize in helping people who feel stuck at a crossroads—whether due to career changes, relationship shifts, or unexpected challenges. Many of my clients come to therapy looking for clarity, better coping skills, and a way to move forward with confidence.

My approach is direct, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and strengths-based approaches. We focus on understanding patterns, building insight, and developing practical tools that create real change.

I primarily work with adults, with a focus on those navigating major life transitions and redefining what’s next.

Therapy doesn’t have to last forever. It’s a space to gain clarity, make intentional changes, and move forward at your own pace.

Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shannon French

Shannon French

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to support you with empathy and understanding as we navigate your journey towards growth and healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. CI MA

Dr. CI MA

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“Double Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and Preventive Medicine, Bilingual, treating in both English and Mandarin...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alison Sarah Adler

Alison Sarah Adler

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“I have been a therapist for more than 2 decade and am tremendously grateful to be doing something I love.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Samia Estrada

Dr. Samia Estrada

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am well-versed in different treatment modalities and have deep knowledge of chronic pain, trauma, anxiety, and depression, among other areas.”
Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heidi Schlig

Heidi Schlig

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal with every client I encounter is to allow them to believe that they are not alone in their journey and can walk through with someone along their side.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Donka (Dona) Le-Dimitrova

Donka (Dona) Le-Dimitrova

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe every behavior serves a function, and meaningful change comes through connection, insight, skill-building, and practice.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mordechai Polityko

Mordechai Polityko

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My journey to becoming a therapist is deeply rooted in my personal experiences navigating adversity and loss.”
Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Henrica Hoffmann

Henrica Hoffmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together, we slow down enough to actually hear what your thoughts, emotions, and body are trying to tell you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Nelson

Ashley Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, real, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I take a strengths-based, person-centered approach to therapy to support clients with making positive change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cintia Ctibor

Cintia Ctibor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In a world where trauma, and anxiety often drown out our inner voices, I know that beneath the spoken words, lies a heart's true narrative.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Berenice Jones

Berenice Jones

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore challenges, strengthen relationships, and find new ways to connect.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sowndherya Ullal

Sowndherya Ullal

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to create a safe space for my clients to express their needs and feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Triplett

Julia Triplett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You have wisdom within you, and together we can quiet the critics so that you begin to trust yourself again.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Greco

Anthony Greco

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I don't see therapy as fixing what's "wrong" with you—I see it as helping you understand yourself more clearly and build a life that actually works for who you are.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brittany Beck

Brittany Beck

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“She brings a warm, collaborative, and holistic style to her work, creating space for clients to explore their challenges, deepen their insight, and move toward meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Rathmann

Kelly Rathmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clients experience me as warm and curious, as well as engaged and interactive in the therapy session.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicole Brooks

Nicole Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm so glad you're here!

I would love to help you move through difficulty and into an experience of your most fulfilling life.

I've been practicing therapy since 2021. My specialties include treatment of trauma-related disorders, neurodivergence, perfectionism/high achieving patterns, and depression and anxiety. My clinical training includes treatment of substance use disorders, working with LGBTQ+ people, and supporting folks navigating poverty and homelessness.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Coleman

Ashley Coleman

Psychologist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Coleman blends empathy, humor, and compassionate exploration to facilitate clients' discovery of long-standing beliefs that are producing unpleasant feelings and maintaining undesirable behaviors.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Shontell Barnes

Shontell Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using a blend of Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered approaches, I work collaboratively with my clients to uncover strengths, build resilience, and find practical ways to move forward.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jazzmin Grigsby

Jazzmin Grigsby

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in supporting adults and teens who are struggling with overcoming stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, and past trauma, by finding tools and solutions towards becoming the best version of themselves. I tend to use a variety of client-centered approaches, such as Solution-Focused, EMDR, IFS, and CBT to support you with identifying and processing your past and how it impacts your present. Through self-compassion and reflective work, I help clients reconnect with their inner strength and reclaim their stories. Together, we work toward healing that honors your identity, resilience, and truth.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Gould

Erin Gould

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I've been practicing for nearly 20 years, but in the last 4 years, have shifted my main focus to clients aged 18 and up who are struggling with anxiety.”
Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marisa Pappas

Marisa Pappas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping adults heal from developmental and relational trauma, grief & loss, and self-exploration.”
Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cecilia Macedo

Cecilia Macedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is to help you stay focused on the changes you want to make by identifying your values and using them to guide your behavior.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ryan Sweat

Ryan Sweat

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi! I'm Ryan. I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, behavior change, and family issues. I'm ready to help you identify and practice solutions to your frustration so you can live a fuller and more enjoyable life! I work with individuals, couples, and families. I have specialization in men's issues, working with teens, autism and neurodivergence, and polyamory.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Madeline Trujillo

Madeline Trujillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is not just about managing symptoms, it's about understanding yourself on a deeper level, rewriting the narratives that hold you back, and creating meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenna Kantner

Brenna Kantner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel supportive, grounding, and honest—not intimidating or overly clinical.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Pamela Merino

Pamela Merino

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Pamela Sue Merino's treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based practices that focus on the mind-body connection.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jean-Frederic Aboudarham

Jean-Frederic Aboudarham

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Mountain View, CA


“I believe that the most part of our daily feelings and emotional states are driven by our thoughts, conscious and unconscious...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Allison Shotwell

Allison Shotwell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love helping clients find rapid and lasting relief from anxiety, stress and trauma using EMDR and Brainspotting...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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 Therapist in California

Finding the right therapist in California starts with getting clear on what you need. Whether you're looking for support with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, or something else, it helps to find a licensed provider who has experience with your specific situation. California-licensed therapists include LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and psychologists, each with different training backgrounds and areas of focus. Reading a provider's bio can give you a sense of their style and approach before you commit to a session.

California is one of the most expensive states for mental health care, which makes using your insurance one of the most practical ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance information to confirm coverage and see an estimated session cost before booking. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit depending on their plan and location.

With providers available across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, and throughout the state, you can browse therapists offering both in-person and virtual sessions. Every provider listed on Headway is accepting new patients, so you can review detailed bios, check real-time availability, and book directly.

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