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Top therapists in Oakland, CA accepting new patients

Ivan Belyaev

Ivan Belyaev

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is collaborative and insight-oriented. I don't hand you a checklist and call it growth.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Dr. Cathy Christensen

Dr. Cathy Christensen

Therapist

Virtual • California


I specialize in helping people feel better, function better, and live more fulfilling lives. If you and/or your family are in transition, whether it be an individual issue, a couples issue, your kids exhibiting stess, managing and adjusting with aging family members, divorce/separation, a simple communication breakdown, changing the effects of multigenerational trauma...call me. I have been working with all this and the symptoms of all this like depression, anxiety, relationship distress, substance misuse, anger, for many years. My work rangesb from short term adjustments, to longer term in depth psychotherapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Dr. Wendi Laborde

Dr. Wendi Laborde

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore what's contributing to your distress while developing practical tools to manage anxiety, improve mood stability, and strengthen emotional resilience.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Dr. Alan Schneider

Dr. Alan Schneider

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“My primary emphasis is on educating all of my clients so they have a firm understanding of their treatment and what to expect.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Ashley Broderick

Ashley Broderick

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a warm, gentle, and non-judgmental space so each client feels comfortable sharing what is on their minds and what is in their hearts.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Joseph Clark

Joseph Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Ojai, CA


“By identifying and unburdening the different 'parts' of your personality, we work together to cultivate Self-energy.”

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Heather Murray

Heather Murray

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a trauma therapist with over 10 years of experience, holding a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Yekeen Adagbada

Dr. Yekeen Adagbada

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My practice is rooted in the belief that mental health care should be affirming, collaborative, and deeply respectful of each person's unique story.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


“Through two humans interacting, it will increase self-knowledge, develop emotional skills and activate hidden potential.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Lisette Morales-Santos

Lisette Morales-Santos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I value creating a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and make sense of what you are experiencing without judgment.”

Anxiety, Trauma, Women's Issues

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Keith McGowen

Keith McGowen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is structured, direct, and focused on helping you move forward—not just revisit the same conversations.”

Anxiety, Family Issues, Relationship Issues

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Constance Thorsnes

Constance Thorsnes

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have witnessed the growth and success of many wonderful people who came to therapy feeling nearly hopeless. I know that you can reach your goals and I'd like to help you get there.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Little

Jennifer Little

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

317 North El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA

“I grew up as a caretaker for my single mother who suffered from mental health issues. She committed suicide when I was only fifteen...”

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

Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Carelon Behavioral Health Medicare Advantage,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hiba Abudamous

Hiba Abudamous

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe in working collaboratively to help you build the life you want, using tools that are customized to your unique experiences and goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD,

Direct, Empowering, Warm
Miranda Vatterott

Miranda Vatterott

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe you are the expert in your life. You have the answers. You just may need some guidance in accessing them.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mercy Fausto

Mercy Fausto

Therapist

Virtual • Stockton, CA


“My job is to hold space for you; space to calm the storm, room to communicate with your commitment to self, and freedom to recognize the courage it took to get this far.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Marcene Marcus

Marcene Marcus

Therapist

Virtual • Mission Viejo, CA


“A warm and empowering therapeutic alliance that uses humor and evidenced based tools to make effective and lasting changes.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Katie Wiseman

Katie Wiseman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

10 East Vine Street, Redlands, CA

“My approach combines CBT, Gestalt, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques to help you build insight, balance, and growth.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Energetic, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer De La Fuente

Jennifer De La Fuente

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an LCSW working with adults in California. I have a background in medical social work and working with dual-diagnosis patients and caregivers. My belief that healing happens through compassionate understanding and practical skill-building sets our work apart.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Pellegrini

William Pellegrini

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I will understand and accept you as you are. I do not believe my clients will be nor ever should be like anyone else.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Challenging, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Adara Reyes

Adara Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome!

As a licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), I believe in prioritizing out mental health as a way to live a happy and balance life. Reaching out for help can be one of the hardest things a person can do, great job on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for 10 years, but in the field for 20 plus years. In the last 6 years I have shifted my main focus to adults 18 plus who are struggling with trauma and substance use.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Audrey McDougal

Audrey McDougal

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Ecotherapist with extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, families and groups. I believe every person has the capacity for growth, resilience, and healing. I also hold a systems and climate-aware perspective, working to support clients within the challenging times / systems we are experiencing. My clients include those who are navigating life transitions or experiencing challenging emotions, i.e. anxiety, depression, loss of purpose, grief, or identity confusion. I also see couples who may be struggling with conflict or communication challenges.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rodney Presley

Rodney Presley

Therapist

Virtual • Tampa, CA


I have a BS degree in Health Science from San Jose State University and an MSW degree from the University of Southern California. Yes, I’m originally from California. I’m a licensed clinical social worker in both California and Florida. I was first licensed in 2003. For the first ten years of my practice, I worked with children, adolescents, and families.

I have over eight years of experience supporting individuals whose mental health is affected by health and medical issues. Finally, I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Danielle Courser

Danielle Courser

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, at times challenged, and empowered in your healing.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

William Carlson

William Carlson

Therapist

Virtual • Menlo Park, CA


“I strive to create a nurturing and compassionate environment where you can openly share your thoughts and emotions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Creative, Empowering

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Jessica Saucedo

Jessica Saucedo

Therapist

Virtual • Chino Valley, CA


“I utilize a person-centered approach. It is important for the person I am working with to feel heard.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna,

Nicole Lara

Nicole Lara

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a sense of humor to our session that allows clients to feel at ease and help us to form a healthy working relationship.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Jennifer Moniz

Jennifer Moniz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is grounded in a trauma-informed, whole-person approach that recognizes the importance of the nervous system in mental, physical and emotional well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna insurance

Christina Marin

Christina Marin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal as a psychotherapist is to challenge everyone to learn to view therapy as something that can be enjoyable, inspiring, and life changing.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Maternal Mental Health,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Dishina Singer

Dishina Singer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is rooted in a holistic approach, where I consider the whole person rather than just the symptoms.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Jennifer Singler

Jennifer Singler

Therapist

Virtual • Sierra Madre, CA


“I am passionate about partnering with people to build more meaningful and satisfying relationships with yourself and those you love.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chermayne Moore

Chermayne Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My mission is to create a safe and welcoming space where you can be your most unfiltered and authentic self.”

Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Joni De Groot

Joni De Groot

Therapist

Virtual • California


“It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and harmonious life - to make new decisions towards change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Parisa Malekzadeh

Parisa Malekzadeh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert in your own life and my role is to help you craft a path that allows you to fulfill and achieve your goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Babette Chatelle-Bergman

Babette Chatelle-Bergman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have helped people to understand themselves, how they got where they landed and how to overcome the obstacles they feel are keeping them from moving forward.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Emily Arthur

Emily Arthur

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a holistic approach to therapy, exploring the connection between your mind, body, and lifestyle.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Jessica Munoz-Simmons

Jessica Munoz-Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am an AuDHD individual who couldn't figure it out for the longest time. Through my own therapeutic journey, I was able to reframe and relearn what personal success meant and work towards embracing myself.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Jillian Bourdon

Jillian Bourdon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with clients holistically, working with the mind by addressing and challenging unhelpful thoughts and beliefs, as well as giving attention to somatic (body) symptoms and behaviors.”

Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues

Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheryl Goularte

Sheryl Goularte

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

501 San Benito Street, Hollister, CA

“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and focused on helping you feel more stable, confident, and in control of your life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Debra Richardson

Debra Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have spent my career supporting individuals through periods of crisis, life transitions, and ongoing emotional challenges.”

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

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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