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Kacey Mather

Kacey Mather

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe that holding space for healing is connected to my divine purpose. Growing up, I spent many moments with my mom gazing at the moon as it illuminated the lake—a place filled with memories. The moon became my teacher, offering me the most important lesson I’ve come to know: it is in the darkness where we often find the most profound beauty and light. I’ve carried this lesson with me throughout my life, continually learning how even in my most challenging and painful times, there is always the potential for healing and growth.

As human beings, we all carry patterns—some of which support our wellbeing and others that no longer serve us. These patterns can become deeply ingrained, leading us into cycles of addiction, anxiety, depression, and other mental health struggles. These patterns are often the psyche's attempts to protect us from unhealed wounds, many of which have been buried, avoided, or numbed over time. But I know from my own journey, and from walking alongside countless others, that facing these wounds is the key to healing.

I believe that one of the most powerful tools for healing is the creation of secure attachment within the therapeutic relationship.Sometimes, the first person who truly shows you unconditional love and kindness is a therapist. From my own experience, I have witnessed how profound healing can be when we allow ourselves to be truly seen by another. My role is to hold that space for you—gently confronting you when necessary, but always with love and consistency. This is the essence of secure attachment and the emotional corrective experience that facilitates growth. It’s within this compassionate space that you can experience what healthy, nurturing love feels like—and eventually, learn to offer that same love to yourself.

I would be honored to walk alongside you on this journey, to support you in shedding old layers, and to help you step into a version of yourself that is whole, healed, and free.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Savannah Jones

Savannah Jones

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed therapist in the state of California specializing in the treatment of trauma, anxiety and depression. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of St Andrews, Scotland, and my masters (MA) in counseling psychology from The Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA. Entering the field after working as an advocate for women suffering from physical and sexual violence, I have over 8 years of experience working with traumatized individuals.

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Providence Health Plan

Ilse Bravo

Ilse Bravo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe to process your interpersonal struggles.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

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

Haruna Uriu

Haruna Uriu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Cultural identities are important to me, and I'm committed to providing a sensitive and safe space for our work.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues

Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Low

Patricia Low

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert on your life, and together we will build a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, compassion, and authenticity.”

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Women's Issues

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Kayla Scripture

Kayla Scripture

Therapist

Virtual • California


Healthy relationships don't happen by accident—they're built through understanding, communication, and the willingness to grow. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling disconnected from your partner, navigating relationship conflict, or facing intimacy concerns, you don't have to work through it alone.

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree from Pepperdine University, and I specialize in helping adults and couples create healthier relationships with themselves and the people they love. My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental while also being practical and goal-oriented. I believe lasting change happens when clients feel genuinely understood while also being challenged to grow.

Together we'll identify the patterns that keep you feeling stuck, strengthen communication, develop practical coping skills, and build deeper emotional and relational connection. Whether you're working through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or questions surrounding intimacy, my goal is to help you leave therapy feeling more confident, connected, and equipped to create meaningful change.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Inessa Freylekhman

Inessa Freylekhman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through a holistic approach grounded in evidence-based methods, I provide a safe and compassionate space where we can explore the deeper patterns shaping your life.”

Anxiety, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mersedeh Kaviany

Mersedeh Kaviany

Therapist

Virtual • California


Clients should know that I am passionate about helping people create happier, calmer, and more fulfilling lives. I support clients in understanding what may be holding them back, navigating life transitions and relationship challenges, building confidence, reducing stress, and becoming more connected to their authentic selves.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Ebony Reado

Ebony Reado

Therapist

Virtual • Torrance, CA


“Life is about learning and unlearning. It is up to us, to change and shift the narrative of our life trajectory to build a life worth living, to heal, and to grow.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chloe Lucas

Chloe Lucas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1300 South Market Street, Redding, CA

“Specializing in trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, and identity development, I use a blend of EMDR, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to meet each client's unique needs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Villa

Juan Villa

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Juan Villa, a therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life's most challenging transitions. With experience working with older adults, dealing with chronic decease such as End Stage Renal Decease. I specialize in helping people navigate grief, rebuild self-esteem, and find clarity during career changes and major life shifts like chronic conditions.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Eve Lievonen

Eve Lievonen

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“With over 30 years of experience, I have learned that real change happens when people feel understood, not judged.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

Dr. Guadalupe Kirklin

Dr. Guadalupe Kirklin

Therapist

Virtual • Ukiah, CA


“My sessions provide a safe space for reflection, release, and realignment. I believe in the power of self-investment for a fulfilling life.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility,

Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Irma Breakfield

Irma Breakfield

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a holistic approach to therapy based on your unique needs. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy within a trauma-informed lens.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kenneth Folsom

Kenneth Folsom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm an empowering, caring, empathic, and ethical professional. I care a great deal for those I serve...”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna,

David Jaskolski

David Jaskolski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have worked for over 28 years at County Mental Health, providing therapy to my clients and giving them the gift of therapeutic support.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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

Melani Danoukh

Melani Danoukh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach to care focuses on looking beyond symptoms to uncover the root causes of the struggles my clients face.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Marcella Iannacito

Marcella Iannacito

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of emotional processing and accepting all emotions. Every feeling has a place...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Michelle Garvin

Michelle Garvin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a safe, caring space where teens can build confidence and resilience, and where families can strengthen communication and connection.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lita Cienega-Saldana

Lita Cienega-Saldana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet each client's unique needs, with a strong emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Daniel Gonzalez

Daniel Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clients want a space to be heard. My clients want to work through their past to improve their present.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Magdalene Osunde

Magdalene Osunde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“My goal is to create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”

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

Holistic, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Alejandro Bulnes-Mendizabal

Alejandro Bulnes-Mendizabal

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides therapy in both Spanish and English, from colloquial to professional levels. My work has included supporting individuals facing HIV/AIDS-related challenges, domestic violence, substance use, loneliness, suicidal thoughts, dual diagnosis, sexuality-related concerns, aging-related issues, and the broader impact these experiences can have on families and support systems. Across community, academic, and clinical settings in Mexico and the U.S., I’ve built a strong foundation in helping people navigate both personal suffering and societal distress.

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

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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

Veronica Gadbury

Veronica Gadbury

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My job is to make sure you feel heard: not in a clinical, check-the-box way, but in a real, human way.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Christopher Hong

Dr. Christopher Hong

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I carefully take into consideration all factors of a person's care, which include biological, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual factors.”

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

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stacie Turks

Dr. Stacie Turks

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I consider the client to be the best judge of their experiences. Along with my knowledge as a therapist we work together to establish, understand, and work through your reasons for coming to therapy.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna,

AnneMarie Winic

AnneMarie Winic

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring 23+ years of clinical expertise and life experience to our dynamic, where we work alongside each other to find ways to cope with what life brings our way, in a more healthy way.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Marc Galati

Marc Galati

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a supportive, empathetic, and collaborative space where clients feel safe, heard, and understood.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Miche'l Douglas

Miche'l Douglas

Therapist

Virtual • Vallejo, CA


“My experiences in various government, healthcare, and non-profit agencies have reinforced my belief in the power of interpersonal relationships and the positive impact of taking a genuine interest in another person's life.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna insurance

Eric Zhang

Eric Zhang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that one of the main goals of therapy is to provide people the opportunities to undergo corrective experiences.”

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

Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded

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

Jessica Monicco

Jessica Monicco

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm committed to providing a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Humorous, Warm

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

Merylee Robbins

Merylee Robbins

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I am passionate about helping clients overcome life obstacles and emotional difficulties with grace and dignity.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lissa Merkel

Lissa Merkel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a chronic illness so that work is very close to my heart and a population that needs support.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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

Eric Reyes

Eric Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and help you develop practical tools you can use in everyday life.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shabana Haxton

Shabana Haxton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

1101 California Avenue, Corona, CA

“I specialize in depression especially postpartum depression. I can help with family issues, couples therapy, and cross cultural families.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Nia Ridgle

Nia Ridgle

Therapist

Virtual • East Palo Alto, CA


“My approach is clinical and practical, grounded in CBT and self-awareness. I help you identify patterns driving over-responsibility and internal pressure...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Raegan Hesse

Raegan Hesse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

220 South Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, CA

“I empower my clients through a compassionate approach to healing, and I believe that real change starts with self-reflection and self-compassion.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Reynoso

Stephanie Reynoso

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Latina therapist, I value the importance of cultural identity, family, and personal experiences in shaping each person's mental health journey.”

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

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Jules Gomez

Jules Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience working with clients of all ages to manage major life transitions, move through traumatic stress, and build a toolkit of coping skills to manage day to day challenges.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Riah Skrinnik

Riah Skrinnik

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance rigorous, evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Holistic, Warm

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

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