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Top therapists in California accepting new patients

Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 8,175 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.

Dr. Deirdre Rainer

Dr. Deirdre Rainer

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I strive to meet you where you are in your life and collaboratively identify where you feel stuck and then develop a plan to help you move forward.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Runjhun Pandit

Runjhun Pandit

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work to provide a warm, welcoming and non-judgemental environment that will help you be vulnerable and honest...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jzeela Gheisar

Jzeela Gheisar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You deserve happiness, a fulfilling life, and I'd be honored to walk alongside your journey to discovery and change.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shelley Clifton

Shelley Clifton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic and nervous-system-informed therapy, attachment work, and the Enneagram...”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Tejada

Jacqueline Tejada

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS)...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ilian Alvarez

Ilian Alvarez

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I truly believe beauty and healing are often a result of allowing light shine to our darkest places.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Gardner

Veronica Gardner

Therapist

Virtual • Burbank, CA


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience helping adults navigate the complexities of life's transitions.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrick Curran

Patrick Curran

Therapist

Virtual • Red Bluff, CA


“I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I am also certified in EMDR to better help people deal with past traumas.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jenna Moon

Dr. Jenna Moon

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


Hello and Welcome! I am happy to meet you. At the heart of my work is deep belief that each of us possess a tapestry of strengths waiting to be more intricately woven into the fabric of our being so that when challenges arise, we are able to better respond. Sometimes, the work of reweaving a self entails disentangling old stories, patterns, or feelings that create knots. I work best with those clients who want to learn how to become better weavers of their life.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelsey Gates

Kelsey Gates

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring creativity into sessions and strive to create a space that feels safe enough to be transformative.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luis Fraire

Luis Fraire

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Ana, CA


“I aim to build awareness and help you build an authentic lifestyle that is true to your chosen purpose.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Edna Salcido

Edna Salcido

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma-informed and whole-person therapist... incorporating nutritional psychiatry education.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Naomi Posner-Stein

Naomi Posner-Stein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With empathy, compassion, humor, and a wide range of experience and education throughout my career, I help clients navigate through their healing, so that they begin to live their best lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Cristina Bautista

Dr. Cristina Bautista

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Hi, I am Dr. Cristina Bautista, Psy.D., LMFT. I have over 12 years of experience in helping children, adolescents, parents, adults, and couples. I am a mother, a military spouse, and a Latina. I believe everyone can use a little help so you may be the best person you can be. If you are being proactive or need a bit of help with current problems I will be able to provide you with tools necessary to overcome anything.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gail Wylde

Gail Wylde

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a collaborative and empathetic approach to therapy, where clients are actively involved in the treatment process and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Venessa Medina

Venessa Medina

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Visalia, CA


“I believe healing happens in safe, attuned relationships — and therapy can be a space where you are fully seen, heard, and supported as you grow.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Micki Walker

Micki Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grover Beach, CA


“I specialize in addiction, PTSD, OCD, intervention, family issues, life difficulties, and life challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sandeep Rai

Sandeep Rai

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a safe and nurturing environment so that we can work together to help you move past any pain, discomfort or confusion that you may feel.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Darla Griffith

Darla Griffith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Visalia, CA


When you’re carrying the weight of depression or the constant hum of anxiety, the last thing you need is a clinical lecture. You need a place where you can show up exactly as you are—without judgment or the pressure to perform. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is the heart of the work. Over my 23 years in practice, I’ve focused on creating a space that is first and foremost human, built on a foundation of genuine connection and trust.

Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management, Trauma
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Nelson

Janet Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a California, Connecticut, and South Dakota licensed therapist who is trained in EMDR and specializes in treating trauma.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Naomi Jackson

Dr. Naomi Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I draw upon a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including CBT with a mindfulness focus, narrative therapy, solution-focused techniques, psychodynamic methods, and EMDR.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Catherine Nash

Dr. Catherine Nash

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Hi there! My name is Dr. Catherine Nash and I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience supporting adult individuals from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, women’s mental health, and other psychological challenges with a holistic, person-centered approach to therapy, promoting overall health and wellness.

I’ve always been fascinated by the connection between mental health and overall well-being, which led me to pursue a career in psychology. My passion for serving underserved populations grew through experiences in behavioral medicine within an integrated primary care model, where I saw the profound impact of mental health on overall health. Over time, I’ve focused my practice on women’s mental health, addressing trauma, emotional well-being, and co-occurring conditions. I strive to create safe, culturally sensitive spaces where clients can explore, grow, and thrive, with an approach centered on empathy, education, and empowerment.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Edwards

Shannon Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring tools to support you in self-regulation and encourage my clients to build and strengthen their communities in support of their journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arthur Sun

Arthur Sun

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Allow me to walk with you on your path, and I will lend guidance and perspective without ever imposing my will over yours.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kimberly Crespo

Kimberly Crespo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a fierce believer in your capacity for change. By tailoring evidence-based tools like DBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing to your unique life, we move beyond just managing symptoms toward building lasting resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adam Lubas

Adam Lubas

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or unsure where to go next, you’re in the right place. Graduated Pepperdine University with Masters in Clinical Psychology in 2007. I’ve spent many years helping adults from all walks of life navigate anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, relationship stress, life transitions, and identity questions. I especially enjoy working with men (including those who are completely new to therapy), as well as women wanting help understanding the important relationships in their lives. Whether you're processing past experiences, facing grief or loss, adjusting to a new stage of life, or trying to better understand who you are and where you belong — I’m here to help.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jo Jo Lee

Jo Jo Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy isn't about "fixing yourself"—it's about accepting and reclaiming your story on your own terms.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joseph Futerman

Dr. Joseph Futerman

Therapist

Virtual • Castaic, CA


I have a Master’s degree in Family Therapy and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with specialization in Depth Psychology. That means I’m going to work both with your responses to the external system that you live in and with the deep psychological parts of you that go back to your childhood. Finally, I am certified in Hypnosis and have several years of meditation and mindfulness training, and also use those perspectives to help my clients.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Adriana Quintero

Adriana Quintero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to create a safe and comfortable environment to discuss life's challenges. I am down to earth, and also use directness to maintain motivation in treatment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, OCD
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Caci Tassano

Caci Tassano

Therapist

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


“Together we will work on, gain skills in working with and around emotional blocks and beliefs about themselves which are no longer useful to them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emmanuel Ifemazi

Emmanuel Ifemazi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health care should be respectful, non-judgmental, and empowering, and I strive to create a space where you feel heard and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Correa

Jessica Correa

Therapist

Virtual • California


Jessica Correa is a psychologist and licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in complex trauma and fostering meaningful relationships. With a warm yet focused approach, she integrates trauma-focused care, attachment work, EMDR, and Brainspotting. Jessica is deeply committed to creating conscious spaces where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and thrive.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Lee

Justin Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a Holistic approach in efforts to identify immediate and longterm stressors that impede the clients ability to function well and find peace.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Parenti

Heather Parenti

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am an open-minded, non-judgmental therapist who focuses on how the brain connects with the body and how our behavior and mood reacts.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Summer Richards

Summer Richards

Therapist

Virtual • Apple Valley, CA


“I create a collaborative experience that connects my knowledge, expertise and experience to serve my clients to the best of my ability.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Desha Jackson

Desha Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I believe that every individual is the expert of their own lived experience, and I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and respected.”
Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sofia Mossa

Sofia Mossa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Yorba Linda, CA


“My goal in therapy is to provide a safe, trusting and supportive space where together we can come up with immediate and long-term goals in therapy.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Yasaman Mostajeran

Dr. Yasaman Mostajeran

Therapist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I incorporate dream analysis for adults and play therapy for children to aid in diagnosis and well-being assessment...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashinee Reynolds

Ashinee Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting actors, musicians, and other creative professionals in the entertainment industry who want to heal beneath the surface and reconnect with their purpose.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katy Michaels

Katy Michaels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palm Desert, CA


“As a member of a marginalized community myself I personally understand how hard it can be to reach out and ask for help.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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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