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Natasha Simon

Natasha Simon

Therapist

Virtual • Soquel, CA


“I make sure to co-create a space where you can feel safe to be you and embark on your journey of self-discovery and healing.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Garcia

Vanessa Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe your past may shape parts of your story, but it does not define your worth, your future, or your ability to heal and grow.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Jasmine Flanagan

Jasmine Flanagan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm warm, direct (when needed), and committed to being genuinely present with you — not just professionally neutral.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Don Nocon

Don Nocon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My heart is for queer people who have experienced religious trauma and for couples who are trying to make their relationship thrive.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Victoria Phillips

Victoria Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing begins by truly meeting you where you are. My first priority is building a genuine, trusting connection...”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Heather Schrag

Heather Schrag

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a licensed specialist trained in Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT), I utilize techniques that target the perceptions and behaviors that are in the way of positive change.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Marlena Harris

Marlena Harris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe each person brings valuable insight into their own life experiences, and therapy provides a supportive space for reflection, active listening, and collaborative growth.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Zapatel

Juan Zapatel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is to support you in a safe, non‐judgmental space where we can explore what you're going through and work toward the changes you want.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Energetic, Warm

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

Michelle Piper

Michelle Piper

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a licensed psychotherapist and high-performance coach with more than 25 years of experience helping accomplished individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, major transitions, relationship strain, and professional pressure.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Lamoreux

Brian Lamoreux

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3282 Governor Drive, San Diego, CA

Hi, I'm Brian! I'm a licensed counselor with a background in holistic medicine as well. I've worked with a variety of mental health concerns, with my primary specialty being treating trauma.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Norma Villalobos

Norma Villalobos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe it is important to look at the different parts of ourselves, past and present, in order to become free and transform.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Amoreena Berg

Amoreena Berg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the process of change through therapy should not only involve self-understanding and insight into the past, but beyond that it should also focus on helping clients to learn skills for present-time challenges.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Ana Leon Williams

Ana Leon Williams

Therapist

Virtual • San Mateo, CA


“I bring a warm, collaborative presence and value creating a space where you can show up fully and authentically.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jauron James

Jauron James

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m passionate about helping people restore healing, hope, and mental well-being. I’m energetic, down-to-earth, and committed to guiding, supporting, and encouraging you through whatever life has thrown your way. Together, we’ll create a safe space to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Energetic, Inquisitive

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

Nydia Collins

Nydia Collins

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a client-centered approach and value collaboration. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where individuals can explore their concerns and develop strategies for personal growth and healing.”

Anxiety, Family Issues, PTSD, Trauma,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Marsia Rangel

Marsia Rangel

Therapist

Virtual • Ontario, CA


“I am passionate about working with those who want make a change to become their most authentic, genuine self.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Natalie David

Natalie David

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a supportive, grounded space and help clients feel understood while building practical tools to navigate what they're facing.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna insurance

Joshua Acosta-Duque

Joshua Acosta-Duque

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am your friendly neighborhood therapeutic brown dude! I bring a non-traditional, highly empowering approach to sessions utilizing a "no bullcrap, but with love approach". This means that I will always encourage us to face hard truths while always treating you with love, dignity, and respect. You don't have to do it alone, I'd love to walk with you on your journey of healing and transformation.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Nash

Thomas Nash

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I seek to provide a collaborative, judgment free environment where individuals can heal from the challenges and hardships that life dishes out.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karyn Pascoe

Karyn Pascoe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on deepening self-understanding and self-compassion. Therapy is a space for what's true...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan

Yuliana Medina

Yuliana Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Claremont, CA


“I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, family expectations, and relationship difficulties, with a particular focus on first-generation, Latino, and bicultural clients.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health,

Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gigi Drummond

Gigi Drummond

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clients feel heard, seen, and valued. Together, we have "conversations" that develop insight, examine strengths, and help them to set/achieve personal and professional goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Saralee Kramer

Saralee Kramer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you recognize the wisdom and compassion within so you can become your own best friend.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raquel Pazos

Raquel Pazos

Therapist

Virtual • California


A UC Berkeley alumni and Master’s degree graduate from the University of San Francisco, my specialties include working with people experiencing major life transitions, grief/loss and relationship struggles. You can expect me to be warm, light hearted and genuinely engaged. I aim to build a safe and non-judgmental environment to explore new areas of growth and healing.

Anxiety, Family Issues, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Providence Health Plan

Courtney Uppendahl

Courtney Uppendahl

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach combines an empathic client-centered outlook, informed by research and various evidence-based practices, to help clients feel validated and empowered as they work towards their behavioral goals.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Anthea Orlando

Anthea Orlando

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and empathic. For the first few sessions, I may ask a number of questions, but will later allow the client to process their own narrative.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Holly Goetz

Holly Goetz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe people are the experts in their own lives, and therapy is a space to unlock and build on the strengths and wisdom they already possess!”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Amanda Espy

Amanda Espy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to approach each client with a great curiosity and work with them side-by-side to excavate their lives.”

Anxiety, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD,

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Caitlin Flewelling

Caitlin Flewelling

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a dedicated LCSW with nearly 10+ years of experience primarily working with adolescents in school-based settings, though I'm passionate about working with people from all ages and backgrounds.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Julie Gruber

Julie Gruber

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My long-term goal is for you to eventually not need me. I will give you tools to help accomplish that goal.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

Janine Herrera

Janine Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone deserves a safe, supportive space where they feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Susan Pelletier

Susan Pelletier

Therapist

Virtual • California


Are you an adult feeling stuck after difficult experiences, a major life change, or a season of self-doubt? I support adults working through trauma, life transitions, stress, and questions of identity and self-worth. Together, we can make space for what you have been carrying and reconnect with your strengths. I believe you are capable of healing and building a life that feels meaningful to you. My role is to listen with care, meet you where you are, and help you discover what works for your whole self.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

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

Yvette Buccino

Yvette Buccino

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Learning effective ways to increase the direction, transparency, and vulnerability in your life will improve the relationship you have with yourself and others.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss

Affirming, Holistic, Humorous

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lance Rachels

Lance Rachels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1800 Bridgegate Street, Westlake Village, CA

If you are looking to become a better, happier, and healthier person and would like to gain a deeper understanding and love for yourself and others, I can help you. Psychotherapy can improve the quality of your life and/or manage more serious issues such as depression, anxiety, and grief. The process focuses on comfortably connecting with you in a confidential and empathetic, therapeutic setting.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Fortson

Mary Fortson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to say that my clinical super power is rapport building. I deeply want clients to feel comfortable, safe, heard, and accepted in all of our time together.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Eloisa Padilla

Eloisa Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a bilingual therapist fluent in Spanish, I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore their challenges and build resilience.

I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California and have over 15 years of experience in the field. I bring a compassionate, understanding, and open approach to therapy. I will be there to listen without judgment, gently challenge you when needed, and support you as you work toward your goals and create meaningful change in your life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Maria Barelli

Maria Barelli

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I pull from different modalities because each client is different and requires different approaches.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

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

Rebecca Nation

Rebecca Nation

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

555 University Avenue, Sacramento, CA

“I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. This therapy's goal is to provide you with practical tools to wisely manage your emotions and relationships.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Relationship Issues

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Ariel Escobedo

Ariel Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself.”

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

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Chantel Kilford

Chantel Kilford

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, compassionate, individualized approach to treatment, helping you navigate through life struggles.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

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