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

Lana Trapp

Lana Trapp

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in meeting clients where they are in order to build and promote trust in the therapeutic process.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Heidi Woerner

Heidi Woerner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a down-to-earth, real-world approach to therapy because I've survived my own struggles, and I know what it's like to fight for healing.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
La Crystal Fuller

La Crystal Fuller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a dedicated and compassionate Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP). With an unwavering passion for guiding individuals toward mental well-being, I leverage my extensive experience in advanced nursing practice to identify and address the root causes of mental health disorders.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Kayla Cruz

Kayla Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Covina, CA


“My goal is to empower clients through meaningful connection and skill-building, helping them move toward emotional balance, healthier relationships, and lasting personal growth.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Graham

Emily Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Marina Del Rey, CA


I love the arts, music specifically and animals, as well as the outdoors and travel adventures.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Tyler Davis

Tyler Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Kenneth Francis

Kenneth Francis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Life is a constant state of transition. By using evidence based Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, I help clients gain understanding and insight into present life struggles, past influences, and future direction.”

LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wanda Pratt

Wanda Pratt

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“My approach is interactive and integrative, which means I adjust my practice to the individual unique needs of my client...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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

Kate James

Kate James

Therapist

Virtual • Tehachapi, CA


“My style is warm, empathic, and person centered. The client's I typically work with struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, parenting, school/career difficulties, grief, trauma, and relational issues.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Kathleen Avila

Kathleen Avila

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a second-generation Filipina therapist, I understand how culture, family dynamics, and life experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and navigate the world. I strive to create a space where you feel accepted exactly as you are—without judgment, pressure, or the expectation that you have everything figured out. I believe that meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship. Building trust, connection, and rapport is my first priority, because I believe healing happens best when you feel safe, understood, and supported.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Cynthia Kruk

Cynthia Kruk

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy can be a transformative process, and together, we'll work at a pace that feels right for you...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Simone Daniels

Simone Daniels

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a strong background in psychiatric nursing, mental health care, and education. My experience has allowed me to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds who are navigating mental health challenges at different stages of life. I provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and supportive therapy. I am passionate about helping clients better understand their mental health and find treatment options that can make a meaningful difference in their daily lives.

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Savannah Guimond

Savannah Guimond

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is for you to walk away with insight, sometimes in the form of more questions, of what symptoms or feelings you may be experiencing that are causing distress.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Direct, Humorous

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karina Baltazar-Durán

Karina Baltazar-Durán

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, CA


I have an extensive background in treating individuals, couples, & families. I've contributed to local & national articles on topics of relationships, families, self worth, & stress. I create a relational, connective space to help you tune into your resiliency & energy, to gain back the emotional stability you're seeking. I specialize in bringing families together, assisting you uncover barriers to rifts with one another, and helping you reconnect to a bonded unit. Hablo español!

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Randy Wynglass

Randy Wynglass

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a compassionate, client-centered approach, focusing on active listening and understanding each person's unique experiences.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Dominic Ong

Dominic Ong

Therapist

Virtual • Orange, CA


“Rather than giving advice (which I rarely do), I enjoy assisting clients in developing a deeper understanding of why and how these issues came to be – then collaboratively working on alleviating the present and preventing future occurrences.”

Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD,

Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

14625 Carmenita Road, Norwalk, CA

“I will utilize a person-centered approach by providing unconditional positive regard and implementing active listening and supportive reflection to establish trust and build therapeutic rapport.”

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

Affirming, Energetic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Jenavieve Donnelly

Jenavieve Donnelly

Therapist

Virtual • Oceanside, CA


“My approach is direct, empowering, and action-oriented—designed to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Curative,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gloria Mendez

Gloria Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am here to help create a safe space with compassion and authenticity to allow you the opportunity to explore difficult topics and conversations.”

Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joy Chow

Joy Chow

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have the privilege of working with Deaf, hard-of-hearing and hearing clients using spoken English and American Sign Language.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Solano

Maria Solano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

595 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA

Welcome! I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years, and I love my career. I received my Masters in Social Work degree from UCLA in 1991 and specialize in healing trauma. I offer the following interventions: Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma Resiliency Model, Cognitive Behavioral skills, and EMDR. I also provide services in Spanish.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chandra Elizabeth Hines

Chandra Elizabeth Hines

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting women through infertility, IVF, and the emotional complexities of the path to parenthood, including those considering or pursuing donor egg or donor embryo conception.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sean Mouradian

Sean Mouradian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with a compassionate and empathetic approach, relying on our relationship to guide our sessions.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Oxford,

Dr. Vanessa Barbosa

Dr. Vanessa Barbosa

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I use a Cognitive-Behavioral approach with an understanding of how past events shape our perception of the present and future.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Christina Steinberg

Christina Steinberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to make therapy enjoyable and love helping others with self-empowerment, self-discovery, and healing so that life feels more vibrant.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Creative, Direct, Open-minded

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

Morgan Mendoza

Morgan Mendoza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“During my time in private practice I have worked with children, adolescents and adults to collaboratively create change through furthering insight, helping heal past traumas and experiences and create new patterns that align more closely with the...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues

Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Cruz

Jennifer Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Jennifer Cruz, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am passionate about working with people to help them heal and grow. I empathize with the many challenges people face in life and I want to help.

Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, PTSD,

Direct, Humorous, Warm

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

Nicole Brooks

Nicole Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Palmdale, CA


Welcome! As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist, I have 10 years of experience helping individual clients and couples reach their goals and overcome challenges that are holding them back in their lives and relationships.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dagoberto Fuentes

Dagoberto Fuentes

Therapist

Virtual • Avalon, CA


“I focus on recognizing the individual's many strengths and reframing negative self-images in order to achieve a healthier perception of self.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Alejandra Enriquez

Alejandra Enriquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1490 North Claremont Boulevard, Claremont, CA

“I specialize in working with parents and young children (ages 2–11) to strengthen their bond, reduce conflict, and support healthy emotional development.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Parker

Mary Parker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My training, at Virginia Tech, centered on a trauma-focused, cognitive behavioral approach to address the needs of children, families, and adults.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chandra Hoelsken

Chandra Hoelsken

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on creating a safe place so that you can discover your own power to heal, identify your goals, develop your life purpose, and how you can navigate your life in a positive way.”

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

Direct, Holistic, Participatory

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Ryan McDonald

Ryan McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to reduce the negativities that wear you down and bring out a positive and more fruitful stance on life.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+,

Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachyl Nyoka

Rachyl Nyoka

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, CA


“Using tools from attachment theory, IFS, and systems thinking, Rachyl guides couples in exploring how to meet each other with curiosity, empathy, and accountability.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, PTSD

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darren Santos

Darren Santos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will come as I am, a human with my own path and experiences, connecting with you, supporting you on your journey.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive

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

Andreina Cheema

Andreina Cheema

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here to offer a safe space where you can show up as your full self and feel truly seen, heard, and held through it all.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
May-Ling Chang

May-Ling Chang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I can partner with you to increase awareness and understanding of anxiety and depression and empower you with tools to manage these feelings...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Trauma,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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

Rhonda Hunt

Rhonda Hunt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and supportive, fostering a safe space where clients feel heard and empowered.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

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

Arlene Costa

Arlene Costa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

624 Woodworth Avenue, Clovis, CA

“I help adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions and relationship issues using cognitive behavioral interventions, psychoeducation and mindfulness all within a person-centered approach.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Mali Reynoso

Mali Reynoso

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem, with a special focus on supporting the Latinx and first-generation community.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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Affordable care that fits you — and your United Healthcare plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.