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

Amanda DePaolo

Amanda DePaolo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of mind-body connection and I strive to meet clients where they are at mentally, emotionally and spiritually.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

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

Bernadette Wood

Bernadette Wood

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have worked in the field of social services for over 31 years. I have experience working with adult survivors of child abuse, child neglect, domestic violence, commercial exploitation, and rape. I have experience working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, divorce, family separation, and caretaker fatigue. I also have experience working with adults dealing with significant life/career changes, and those dealing with crisis situations.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Matianna Baldassari

Matianna Baldassari

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

143 Figueroa Street, Ventura, CA

“I specialize in working with young professionals, college students transitioning from school to a career for the first-time, and clients transitioning from one life phase to another, such as a move to a new city.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues,

Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abby Zimberg

Abby Zimberg

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I mix several approaches depending on what is needed. Looking at the past and family of origin is important as are exploring thoughts and feelings and targeting behaviors to change.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jodi Paris

Jodi Paris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My biggest strengths are making clients feel heard, understood and respected without being dismissive or minimizing my clients challenges...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


Dr. Aw primary interest is the intersection between mental and physical health. Dr. Aw’s philosophy, one does not exist outside of the other. Furthermore, Depression and anxiety in patients who are also suffering from medical issues feels significantly worse, and it is his goal to get patients on the road to recovery.

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

Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Winnie Fleming

Winnie Fleming

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach the therapy room from an authentic, compassionate, and empathetic stance, with attunement, curiosity, and humor.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Kimberly Latigue

Kimberly Latigue

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help high achieving women who have come to feel defined by the elements of their own achievements within their education, career, and/or family.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Oxford,

Marie Norton

Marie Norton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

360 Mobil Avenue, Camarillo, CA

“My specialty is helping clients to find their meaning, goals and direction to live an effective life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claris Bangura

Claris Bangura

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is rooted in collaboration, where I work closely with each individual to develop tailored treatment plans that honor their unique experiences and goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Sara Mayne

Sara Mayne

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, structured, and energetic. I have ten years of experience treating adults and adolescents with anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Energetic

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

Ann Huynh

Ann Huynh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate and integrative, combining medication management and psychotherapy, focusing on collaboration and tailored care to support your mental health and help you achieve a balanced, fulfilling life.”

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

Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Sheilah Cameron

Sheilah Cameron

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“Sheilah is passionate about working with diverse populations. She is dedicated to understanding how cultural and inter-generational experiences play a key role in shaping one's understanding of themselves and others, specifically that of the...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. William Shearer

Dr. William Shearer

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am the co-author of Mindful Choices for Well-Being, Being the Right Partner, The Couple's Paradox, and Repair and Reconnection.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Meredith Banos

Meredith Banos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal as your therapist is to find a balance between being encouraging, kind and supportive, and challenging you to grow and make the changes necessary to achieve your goals.”

Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Women's Issues

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Erica McClincy

Erica McClincy

Therapist

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“We all need a safe place where we can talk about our feelings, free of judgement, with someone we trust.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Challenging, Open-minded, Warm

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

Dr. Marvin Cain Alexander

Dr. Marvin Cain Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I embrace a strength-based, client-centered approach to assisting clients in identifying their needs, setting goals to achieve set outcomes, and cope through the stress of life.”

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

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Allen Ripors

Allen Ripors

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe healing begins when the mind and body are cared for as one. My work blends advanced medical expertise with genuine human connection.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Sylvia Del Angel

Sylvia Del Angel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is client-centered and collaborative, rooted in the belief that healing begins by recognizing and building on each person's unique strengths.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Terence Shigg

Terence Shigg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

7317 El Cajon Boulevard, La Mesa, CA

“I want all of my clients to strenghten their personal development tools so that eventually they can become more self-aware and self-correcting.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Challenging, Creative, Warm

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

Jill Zatyko

Jill Zatyko

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My goal is to build a strong therapeutic bond with you so that we can discover your strengths together and use those to live a happy and healthy life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Joanna Rojo

Joanna Rojo

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe in holistic care that invites all of you-mind, body, spirit- into the space. I am trained in multiple modalities of therapy that I customize and adapt to your goals. I work with individuals who have experienced trauma, attachment wounds, relational struggles, and transitional issues that disrupt one's sense of safety and connection.

When we meet, I will meet you where you are. Let's walk together to work towards the grounded, ready self you've been wanting to experience in life!

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Calvin Thompson

Dr. Calvin Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I've been privileged to work privately with clients, with a primary aim to facilitate healing, rejuvenation, and the realization of one's inner strengths.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Creative, Direct, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Jillian Jeffries-Mali

Jillian Jeffries-Mali

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative treatment approach utilizing a mix of CBT, Attachment, and Neurobiology to help clients learn new ways of managing symptoms and showing up for themselves.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Kishla Preston

Kishla Preston

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over 11 years of experience, I help adults navigate anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and relationship stress.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hermin Youssefian

Hermin Youssefian

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“I am truly passionate and dedicated to helping couples, adults and family grow and heal from their pain and live happy, enjoyable lives with their loved ones.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Rocio Sarmiento

Rocio Sarmiento

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been practicing for 14 years, but in the past five years I have shifted my main focus to adults age 18-65 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Stacy Woolman

Stacy Woolman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

405 South State College Boulevard, Brea, CA

My hope is to help the client and families reach their goals and to provide them with a safe and non-judgmental place to do that. When working with a client, I will assist in allowing the clients to process their feelings and thoughts in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

I am fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and have a strong understanding of deaf culture.

I have many years of experience working with couples, families, adults, young adults, teens, and children.

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
Hayley Crossley

Hayley Crossley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach treatment with a trauma-informed lens and integrate my social work values to help clients identify barriers and stressors impacting their functioning from the systems they live in and are a part of.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marco Iglesias

Marco Iglesias

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is not simply to help you feel better, but to help you understand yourself more deeply and move toward a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD,

Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive

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

Farhana Sobhan

Farhana Sobhan

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


“My approach to therapy is relational and integrative. I work psychodynamically to create depth in understanding of the self and relationships.”

Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna

Uyen Kha

Uyen Kha

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is warm, conversational and empowering. I lead with curiosity, nonjudgment, and a collaborative mindset.”

Anxiety, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Matthew Laughlin

Matthew Laughlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring that lived experience, along with clinical training, to help others navigate their own paths toward healing and resilience.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Sarah Fultz

Sarah Fultz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a certified Brainspotting practitioner, and I actively use CBT, DBT, ACT, Seeking Safety, Family Systems, & Mindfulness in session and throughout treatment.”

Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Nelly Duarti

Nelly Duarti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“I am invested in providing excellent mental health services in a professional and non-judgmental environment to help my patients reach their optimum goals.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Andrew Erickson

Andrew Erickson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through the development of an open and supportive relationship, my goal is help clients feel more in touch with their lives, build a sense of meaning, and experience real satisfaction in the relationships they most care about.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Rachel Benjamin

Rachel Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Rachel Benjamin, and I help individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges to build more authentic, connected, and empowered lives. Together, we’ll identify the patterns and barriers that have been holding you back and work toward lasting change around your strengths and values. If you are thinking about starting therapy, or returning after some time away, but feeling unsure, you’re not alone. Taking that first step can bring up a mix of emotions. If you’re wondering whether now is the right time, it likely means you’re ready to begin exploring meaningful change.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keav Khov

Keav Khov

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My communication style is open and unassuming - I listen first to ensure I have a full and accurate understanding of everything you share with me.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Amy Yun

Amy Yun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide compassionate, personalized care so you feel supported, understood, and confident in your treatment journey.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna,

Luis Vallejo

Luis Vallejo

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person

8484 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA

“I navigate the expanding and evolving field of psychiatry and it's intersection with psychodynamic theory.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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

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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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.

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