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

Mandisa Pittmon-Stepter

Mandisa Pittmon-Stepter

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Mandisa Pittmon and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field working with children, adults, families and couples and individuals.


Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Tiara Rolland

Tiara Rolland

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tell my clients, my expertise is mental health, but your expertise is you, and this journey of therapy is a partnership.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

William Haddad

William Haddad

Therapist

Virtual • Monrovia, CA


“I specialize in helping clients from the entertainment industry. I believe in providing a creative awareness approach that is tailored to each person's unique story.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tyra Hughes

Tyra Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Tyra Hughes and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I live and work in the Bay Area of California. A large part of my professional experience has been working with individuals and families who are struggling with relationship issues, parenting challenges, trauma, the justice system and intimate partner violence.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Kristine Asatryan

Kristine Asatryan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I enjoy working with clients on a deep personal level and my ability to empathize with my clients and build rapport has given me the ability to be a great listener and a therapist.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Gustavo Lozano

Gustavo Lozano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be yourself, speak openly, and feel understood while also working toward meaningful change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Camille Guillaume

Camille Guillaume

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a New Jersey native and have over 20 years of professional experience working in various clinical and supportive facilities such as Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Outpatient Treatment, State Residential Treatment Centers, Community Mental Health Clinics, Employee Assistance Programs, and Assisted Living centers.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katy Caslav

Katy Caslav

Therapist

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


“Together, we'll work collaboratively to identify your goals, develop coping strategies, and cultivate resilience...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Lori Bergstrom

Lori Bergstrom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a cancer survivor and positively enjoy working with clients who have cancer, or whose partners/family members, and friends have or have had cancer.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Participatory, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Pierre Yeremia

Pierre Yeremia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm compassionate, relatable, and a good listener who wants you to feel genuinely understood not rushed or reduced to a diagnosis.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Miyoung Son

Miyoung Son

Therapist

Virtual • California


Reaching out for help can be challenging for many. As psychotherapy aims at positive changes you desire, I am honored to provide a safe place for your self-exploration and reflection in which you can gain your inner peace and change you long for. Being specialized in trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence, I can offer some resolution in your trauma work. Trauma can penetrate not only your emotional well-being but also almost every facet of your life.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Cristine Peterson

Cristine Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use techniques such as EMDR and trauma-informed somatic exercises to support my clients in connecting to the felt sense of their bodies as a source of information.”

Family Issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Creative, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Cynthia Gonzalez

Cynthia Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love helping clients understand how their issues are affecting their daily functioning and developing tool & skills to help manage such obstacles.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Steven Sherry

Steven Sherry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a strength based approach, where we not only explore the issues that brought you to therapy, but we explore how to expand the things that bring you joy and happiness.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iliyana Yonova

Iliyana Yonova

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to assist clients to connect to their authentic selves, overcome negative thinking, unhealthy behaviors, and reinforce positive self-talk.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Daisy Ko

Daisy Ko

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and accepted—just as you are.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Michael

Anthony Michael

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy with a compassionate and empathetic mindset, aiming to establish a strong alliance and foster collaboration with my clients.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Creative, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Anthone Jackson

Anthone Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Expect to feel heard. Expect to laugh. Expect to feel frustration. Expect to feel challenged. Expect to put in the work and expect to feel some growth.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Direct, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Karyn Harmon

Karyn Harmon

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I provide therapy to individuals, children, couples, and families to help them to find the best solutions to their problems.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family Issues, Infertility,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Katie Aguiar

Katie Aguiar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My foremost emphasis in therapy is to build a trustworthy relationship with anyone who comes into my care.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Mubvakure Mubvakure

Mubvakure Mubvakure

Therapist

Virtual • Fontana, CA


“My belief relies on the client's ability to do a bit of work and have a genuine desire to feel better.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Matthew Ortega

Matthew Ortega

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work especially well with individuals who feel emotionally overwhelmed, misunderstood, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or disconnected from themselves or others.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Beth Hudde

Beth Hudde

Therapist

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“You can expect to be challenged in therapy (as we can do hard things), but also expect to come to therapy for a weekly dose of kindness, calm, even humor, and always affirmation...”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Morales

Jessica Morales

Therapist

Virtual • Ontario, CA


“I am solution focused and use CBT techniques to guide my clients through life adjustments, anxiety, depression and grief.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Women's Issues

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Beth Dipietro

Beth Dipietro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1414 South Miller Street, Santa Maria, CA

Feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or heartbroken? Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need support. I'd be honored to help you walk through your difficult situations and emotions. With several years of experience helping people from all walks of life, I take a non-judgmental approach tailored to your unique circumstances, helping you heal, solve problems, manage challenges, and grow into the person you want to be.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Creative, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Robert Hirsch

Robert Hirsch

Psychologist

Virtual • Palm Springs, CA


“I view my work as a collaborative process where I join my client in defining and moving toward his or her goals and individual journey.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Challenging, Empowering

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Jack Grabon

Jack Grabon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With a blend of psychotherapy and life coaching, I will guide you in overcoming obstacles, building resilience, and becoming your best self.”

Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Dr. Amanda Alonzo

Dr. Amanda Alonzo

Therapist

Virtual • Covina, CA


“With 22 years of mental health expertise and a background as a veteran and mental health specialist, I specialize in trauma, neurodiversity, Autism, Veterans, depression, anxiety, and PTSD.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Oetinger

Jennifer Oetinger

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is flexible, compassionate, and collaborative. I will strive to work within your goals and highlight the strengths and resilience you already have.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Oxford,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Seidner

Jennifer Seidner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often tell me they appreciate my balance of honesty and compassion. I'm not afraid to be direct when it's helpful, but I also create a safe space where you can feel seen, supported, and never judged.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Creative, Direct, Empowering

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Dr. David Adubi

Dr. David Adubi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, and lifestyle—through evidence-based care that promotes lasting wellness.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Klara Pennachio

Klara Pennachio

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As an EMDR trained therapist, I help individuals heal and grow and thrive - and am honored to take part in others' journeys toward healing, clarity, and peace.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Jenifer Wendy Chan

Jenifer Wendy Chan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with teens, adults, and couples. I believe that true wellness comes from integrating all aspects of ourselves—spiritual, social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and creative. As a California-certified sexual assault counselor, fully trained in EMDR and Brainspotting, I provide trauma-informed care with empathy and expertise. I also specialize in psychedelic therapy preparation and integration, guiding clients through their profound journeys with care and intention.

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna

Michelle Nicolas

Michelle Nicolas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide evidence-based approaches that provides you with tools and skills to better manage life stressors.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Kelly Schooner

Kelly Schooner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a space that feels empowering. Clients can expect to feel like they are actively participating in their healing journey.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Kate Flannery

Kate Flannery

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Kate Flannery, a Licensed Professional Counselor with expertise supporting women through anxiety, stress, trauma, and major life transitions. I specialize in helping clients navigate seasons such as pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, parenting challenges, relationship changes, and times when life feels overwhelming or uncertain.

I have been practicing since 2017 and provide virtual therapy for clients in Tennessee and California. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel understood while learning ways to manage anxiety, navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and feel more confident in yourself and your decisions.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Infertility,

Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello,

I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Janice Susman

Janice Susman

Therapist

Virtual • Truckee, CA


“Years of experience with many of the normal human struggles. Optomistic in helping my clients find a path that works for them.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Sean Stevens

Sean Stevens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

410 North A Street, Oxnard, CA

“When given new opportunities and education that can improve clients lives, people will respond and change in ways that make sense to them.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California,

Brenda Leon

Brenda Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3450 Bonita Road, Chula Vista, CA

“My approach is to collaboratively personalize a plan that works for YOU based on YOUR goals and needs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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