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Headway brings mental health support to California residents with 7,977 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. Dana Kline

Dr. Dana Kline

Psychologist

In-person • Santa Monica, CA


I am licensed clinical psychologist in California. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology and MA in Counseling Psychology.

I am trained in the depth psychological tradition (psychoanalytic psychotherapy, psychodynamic and Jungian/analytic psychology). I listen to how deep-rooted beliefs, current dilemmas in daily life, socio-cultural factors, and emotional responses are communicating through the expression of psychological symptoms.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juanita Shoopman

Juanita Shoopman

Therapist

In-person • Vacaville, CA


Are you tired of feeling stuck in the same cycles of anxiety, depression, or conflict that keep you from feeling truly present in your life? I help individuals and couples who are ready for change—whether you're navigating mood disorders, relationship struggles, or intense family issues. With a strong background in anger management and addressing complex topics like sexual disorders, I offer a safe, confidential space to work through challenges. As a parent and a grandmother, and having served as a child custody mediator, I bring a wealth of real-world experience to issues like co-parenting and visitation planning. I also specialize in empowering women who are survivors of domestic violence, helping you move from a place of survival to one of strength and stability. Let's work together to create the sustainable change you deserve.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joyce DeVera

Joyce DeVera

Therapist

In-person • San Diego, CA


Are you are experiencing verbal and/or mental abuse from a romantic partner, a parent, sibling, friend, co-worker? Do you struggle with your own internal thoughts (e.g. "you’re not good enough”, "it's all your fault", “you are not a priority”). Maybe you’ve lost someone and you’re grieving. You are emotionally exhausted because of the pain you hide and the inability to say "no". You tell yourself the good is good but the bad is bad. You're scared and confused on what to do or how to "fix" things. These experiences create rumination, avoidance, trauma, anxiety, and more.

Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Lawson

Mary Lawson

Therapist

In-person • Ojai, CA


“I believe as humans, we each have the solutions to life's problems deep within us; I practice coming along side my clients to help find that inner resolution.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriella LaPorta

Gabriella LaPorta

Therapist

In-person • Thousand Oaks, CA


“My approach draws from emotionally focused therapy, psychodynamic theory, parts work, narrative therapy, and family systems.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Don Kelly

Don Kelly

Therapist

In-person • Apple Valley, CA


I am currently accepting new clients (adult only) for in-person appointments only. If you are experiencing difficulties managing day-to-day stressors, I have extensive experience working with a wide range of emotional issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, anger management, crisis intervention and struggles related to parenting.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leticia Ochoa

Leticia Ochoa

Therapist

In-person • 20 mi away • Fresno, CA


“My experience working with diverse, underserved, and vulnerable patients has strengthened my empathic, non-judgmental stance and collaborative approach...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Gina Petrus

Gina Petrus

Psychologist

In-person • Westlake Village, CA


“I work collaboratively with youth and parents, empowering them to actively engage in the therapeutic process and utilize their strengths to achieve their goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Crystal Hall

Crystal Hall

Therapist

In-person • Sacramento, CA


“I believe that the most important part of your healing journey is the trust and connection we build together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lennox Humphrey

Lennox Humphrey

Therapist

In-person • Redding, CA


Greetings, I am a client centered therapist, so my focus is own client expressed goals. I practice Trauma Informed Solution Focused therapy, as well as behavioral modification therapies. Giving people tools that they are successful in their lives is a passion of mine.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Athina Danilo

Athina Danilo

Therapist

In-person • Burbank, CA


“Using relational, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed therapy—along with inner child work, parts work, mindfulness, and somatic awareness—we create space for healing and self-connection.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Truby

Amy Truby

Therapist

In-person • Mount Shasta, CA


“My work as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is rooted in my passion to help people create their own reality.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Peggy Cohen

Peggy Cohen

Therapist

San Diego, CA


“I have over 40 years of experience working with individuals and children experiencing depression, grief and life challenges.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ning Cornwell

Ning Cornwell

Therapist

In-person • Newport Beach, CA


Hi, my name is Ning! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. For the past seven years, I have worked with children, teens, adults, and older adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, major life transitions, complex mental health conditions. My clinical work focuses on anxiety and mood disorders, and I combine cognitive and somatic techniques with talk therapy to address root causes and foster lasting personal growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Roger Brian Storrs

Dr. Roger Brian Storrs

Psychologist

In-person • San Diego, CA


“The foundation of my training comes from Neo-Freudian thinking and practice, holding an optimistic view of personality development.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brettina Ashworth

Brettina Ashworth

Therapist

In-person • 23 mi away • Fresno, CA


Hello, I'm Brettina. I have been helping people navigate their lives since 2021. I offer a warm, compassionate space where you feel truly heard and supported. As an empathetic listener with a nurturing presence, I bring a calm and nonjudgmental approach to therapy. I believe in the healing power of humor, authenticity, and connection, and strive to create a welcoming environment where growth can occur.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Karen Vejar Ibarra

Karen Vejar Ibarra

Therapist

In-person • Tustin, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive. I use trauma-informed and attachment-based methods to help clients understand patterns, regulate emotions, and strengthen communication.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Karubian

Ashley Karubian

Therapist

In-person • Santa Monica, CA


Growing up in California, Colorado and Tennessee concocted a Midwestern warmth with an open-mindedness and appreciation of our differences. These experiences gave me a curiosity for how humans develop in their environments and with their unique histories, leading me to pursue psychology.

I studied Political Science at Vanderbilt University before a seven year tenure in the corporate world. I am grateful for this experience as it has added depth and perspective to my work with clients. In 2014 I began my counseling psychology degree at The Wright Institute in Berkeley and then completed my training in San Francisco. My training journey encompassed internships at community mental health clinics, elementary and high schools, group therapy practices, and social service sites where I received intensive supervision in a variety of modalities. I regularly attend trainings and consult with colleagues to hone my craft and provide the best possible care.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Anderson

Carol Anderson

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away • Fresno, CA


“With over 40 years of advanced training and experience, I'd feel honored to partner with you to help you break through your personal or relational blocks to happiness and fulfillment!”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Connor ( Ryn Mulhern ) Benefield

Connor ( Ryn Mulhern ) Benefield

Therapist

In-person • Oakland, CA


“I strive to create an environment that helps you to feel safe so that you can be with the many layers of your experience and move toward understanding and meeting your needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Susanna Boyer

Susanna Boyer

Therapist

In-person • Pasadena, CA


“My approach in session is client-centered and strengths-based, focused on creating a warm and safe environment for the client.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Chrisa Sadd

Chrisa Sadd

Therapist

In-person • Valley Vlg, CA


“Chrisa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience supporting children, teens, and young adults with Autism for over 20 years.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlene Coscarelli

Charlene Coscarelli

Therapist

In-person • Chico, CA


“Clients would describe me as compassionate, collaborative, insightful and intuitive. Sessions may be experienced as uplifting &/or strengths based.”
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elena Manucharyan

Elena Manucharyan

Therapist

In-person • 24 mi away • Fresno, CA


“I have experience working with adolescents and foster youth with high needs and specialize in anxiety, trauma, stress, and depressive disorders...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelley Escamilla

Kelley Escamilla

Therapist

In-person • Lake Forest, CA


I focus my clinical work with adults (BIPOC, college students, young professionals, creatives, first/second-gen adults) who have been facing and overcoming emotional wounds, self-worth struggles, race related stress, cultural identity conflicts, anxiety, and depression. In our work together, we can understand patterns and be curious of emotional reactions and responses. Being able to look inward can be a courageous next step into finding wholeness and into creating change.

I'm currently accepting in person clients only for Monday's.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Kiatta

Thomas Kiatta

Therapist

In-person • Monterey, CA


Thomas E. Kiatta, is a CA licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. He holds Master's degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy and Vocational Rehabilitation, and spent three decades with the California Department of Rehab.

Tom helps individuals, couples and families navigate challenges related to communication, conflict, relationships, anxiety, depression and life transitions.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Corey Thompson

Corey Thompson

Therapist

In-person • Redlands, CA


I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional.I have extensive experience helping those in various stages of addiction treatment, as well as individuals experiencing depression, anxiety and men’s issues

Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Johnny Brown

Johnny Brown

Therapist

In-person • Los Gatos, CA


“My approach is to help you identify what are the thoughts and behaviors that are keeping you from living your best life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Kenneth Hutchinson

Dr. Kenneth Hutchinson

Psychologist

California


“I actively engaged in the therapeutic process, am eager to hear how a person makes sense of their own life and am willing to be playful or serious as called for.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marie Norton

Marie Norton

Therapist

In-person • Camarillo, CA


“My specialty is helping clients to find their meaning, goals and direction to live an effective life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Sumner

Erin Sumner

Therapist

In-person • Signal Hill, CA


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

Casey Penn

Therapist

In-person • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach is warm and collaborative, offering practical tools for day-to-day life while also exploring deeper things.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathy Osgood

Kathy Osgood

Therapist

In-person • Paso Robles, CA


“I have worked with individuals and couples for over 35 years, and have been in recovery for over 40 years.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sheania Coleman-Dorsey

Sheania Coleman-Dorsey

Therapist

In-person • Riverside, CA


“I offer a blend of talk therapy with mindfulness approaches. Therapy is more than just working through the problems that are in front of us...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Brown

Christopher Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“A trauma-informed therapist is a compassionate mental health professional who prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maxwel Shaft

Maxwel Shaft

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am an LMFT working with individuals to help navigate life's obstacles, while becoming proud and more resilient.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ingrid Baltzer-Bauer

Ingrid Baltzer-Bauer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 25 years, and I am licensed to practice in both CA and NY.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Merletti

Susan Merletti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sierra Madre, CA


Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ani Sargsyan

Ani Sargsyan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am trained/certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Managing and Adapting Practice, The Nurturing Parenting Program, Seeking Safety and Child and Parent Psychotherapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Manriquez-Jimenez

Leslie Manriquez-Jimenez

Therapist

Virtual • California


ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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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