Mental Health & Wellness Providers in California
Emotional well-being and cognitive clarity are essential at every stage of life. This section features trusted therapists, psychiatrists, executive function coaches, and other professionals across California who specialize in anxiety, ADHD, depression, life transitions, and deeper spiritual healing. Each provider offers a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to building insight, resilience, and practical strategies for everyday life.
Insurance-based and low-cost providers are listed in a separate category for quick access to affordable care.
Therapists
The following is a curated list of therapists who provide support for a range of needs—including anxiety, depression, life transitions, and deep inner work. This section is designed to help individuals and families more easily navigate mental health services and find care that feels like the right fit.
Adult Mental Health Specialists
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Email: admin@HamsaHealingSpace.com
Ph: 858-859-1391
Website: www.HamsaHealingSpace.comVirtual only: In CA
Age Range: Adults (30+)
Specialization: Addiction, Complex Trauma, Grief & Loss, Men's Anger, Traumatic Brain Injury, Couples Therapy: Infidelity and Addiction impacts on the relationship
Other: I offer a number of Support groups in my practice for adultsAccept Insurance: No
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Email : mloboscocounseling@gmail.com
Web: www.mloboscotherapy.comIn-person: Santa Monica/Venice border; Virtual: CA
Age range: Young adults and adults (18 years older and older)
Speciality: Complex Trauma (C-PTSD), PTSD and Anxiety
Also: Depression, grief and loss, psychospiritual exploration, isolation, and life transitions.Other: I offer somatic and holistic psychotherapy services to help individuals face the challenges of grief, depression, anxiety, life transitions, isolation, and complex trauma. The work I do addresses the whole person, weaves somatic and mindfulness-based approaches, and incorporates creative practices that align with each client’s core values. I work from a trauma informed lens and draw from somatic, humanistic, depth and transpersonal models of psychology. In addition to individual psychotherapy services, I also offer process groups and women’s circles.
Accept Insurance: No
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Email: amy@amytierneylcsw.com
Ph: 323-325-5155
Web: www.amytierneylcsw.comVirtual only: In CA
Age Range: Adults
Specialization: Developmental trauma, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, addiction, anxiety, depression, life transitions
Other: I provide long-term, intensive psychodynamic psychotherapy to adults with a special emphasis on developmental traumas and relationship difficulties.Accept Insurance: No
Therapists for Tweens / Teens & Adults
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Email: info@bluechairft.com
Ph: (310) 974-0533
Website: bluechairft.comIn person: Redondo Beach, Corona; Torrance location coming soon & Virtual in CA
Accepts Insurance: Yes
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Email: brooke@bschwartzpsychotherapy.com
Website: www.bschwartzpsychotherapy.comIn-person: West LA & Virtual in CA, NY, ME, FL
Age range: 11+
Specialty: Anxiety, depression, PTSD, perfectionism, body-focused repetitive behaviors, first time in therapyAccepts Insurance: Lyra only
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Ph: 310-455-8241
Virtual only: In CA
Age Range: Adolescents, Adults and Families
Specialization: Individual & family therapy. Works with student transitions (e.g., into high school or college), anxiety, depression, stress management, relationships.Other: Background in education. Consults with parents and children Speaks Spanish
Accepts Insurance: Yes
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Email: drdaniellecooper@cbtcoa.com
Phone: 626-493-2165
Website: https://www.cbtcoa.com/Virtual only: in CA, NJ, PA
Age Range: 18+ (+ older teens on a case-by-case basis)
Specialty: OCD, PTSD, anxiety, BFRBs, insomnia.
Evidence-based treatments, such as ERP for OCD, PE for PTSD, CBT/exposure therapy for anxiety, CBT-I for insomnia, HRT/CBT for BFRBs
Other: college students, perfectionismInsurance: No
Superbills: YesAdditional info: I'm a former Professor and Director of IOP for OCD at UPenn with expertise in treating OCD, PTSD, anxiety and BFRBs. I'm a certified clinician and consultant for ERP for OCD and PE for PTSD.
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Email: elisehtherapy@gmail.com
Ph: 424-272-1959
Web: www.elisehernandeztherapy.comIn-person: Hermosa Beach CA & Virtual in CA
Age Range: 12+
Specialty: Anxiety, Social anxiety, Avoidant Attachment (or similar presenting), Depression/SI, Trauma/C-PTSD
Other areas/populations: LGBTQ+, Latinx/POC families, Parent-Child dyadOther: Fluent in Spanish (therapy preferably in English). Approach is psychodynamic- more "open-ended"/relational
Accept Insurance: No
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Email: ericagierman@gmail.com
Ph: 424-262-0098
Web: www.hermosabeachtherapist.comIn person: Hermosa Beach, CA & Virtual in CA & OR
Age Range: 14-80+
Specialty: Medical Trauma, Chronic illness, Life Transitions, Certified in Brainspotting, Utilize mindfulness, meditation, hypnosis and an overall body, mind, spirit approach to healingAccept insurance: no
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Email: paul@courageousACTtherapy.com
Ph: 949-288-3319
Web: https://care.headway.co/providers/j-paul-zawackiVirtual only: CA
Age range: 18+
Specialty: OCD and anxiety disorders
Other: Muslim clients; ADHD
Primary Modalities: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)Note: Clients are welcome to call at the provided number or visit Headway page to schedule a free consultation.
Accepts Insurance: Yes
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Email: kaitlyn@bluechairft.com
Ph: 424-877-8699
Web: https://bluechairft.com/In person: Redondo Beach, CA Virtual: In CA
Age Range: Adolescents & Adults
Specialization: Trained in EMDR and brainspotting and focus on trauma and suicidality/self-harm. Minored in Deaf education and learning ASL; passionate about these and other minority populations.
Other: Professional interest in addiction, personality disorders, and eating disorders.Accepts Insurance: Yes
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Email: therapybyolivia@gmail.com
Ph: 805 750 7003
Web: therapybyolivia.comIn-person: West LA & Virtual in CA
Age Range: 14-65y.o.
Specialty: IFS, Sensorimotor, Young Adults, Trauma and Grief, Motherhood
Other: Therapy for TherapistsNote: she is also listed under Parent category
Accept Insurance: No
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Email: rebecca@rebeccaneubauer.com
Ph: 424.260.8290
Web: www.rebeccaneubauer.comVirtual only: In CA
Age Range: 12+ ; Preteens, Adolescents, Adults
Specialty: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression
Other: Parenting; sexual assault; school-related difficultiesNote: she is also listed under Parent category
Accept Insurance: No
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Web: www.prospecttherapy.com
Insta: instagram.com/prospecttherapyIn person: Long Beach, CA & Virtual in CA
Age Range: 16+
Specialization: LGBTQ+, Immigrant/refugee background, esp Asian and Arab, couples therapy, neurodiversity. Also: Eldest Daughters Group, Neurodivergent Experience Group, Self-Trust (trauma recovery) group.
Other: We are a lovely group practice with lived experience AND clinical training (so many only have one or the other). We love working with queer and trans couples, AuDHDers, and people with an immigrant background. We've been around since 2018.Accept insurance: No
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Multiple therapists in practice
In person: West LA & Virtual: CA
Accept insurance: NoMitchell Hale, ACSW
Email: mitchell@bschwartzpsychotherapy.com
Website: www.bschwartzpsychotherapy.com/mitch
Age range: 11+
Specialty: LGBTQIA+, shame, religious and institutional trauma, anxiety, depression, body dysmorphiaSophie Elkins, ACSW
Email: sophie@bschwartzpsychotherapy.com
Website: www.bschwartzpsychotherapy.com/sophie
Age range: 16+
Specialty: anxiety, body image issues, couples, perfectionism, depression, executive functioning difficulties -
Email: stephanie@daniellefayejonaslcsw.com
Ph: (626) 344-0504
Web: www.daniellefayejonaslcsw.com/stephaniepayneIn person: Santa Monica & Virtual in CA
Age Range: 13+
Specialty: Relationship/communication issues, navigating life transitions, anxiety, stress/burnout, self-esteem issues
Other: Siblings, parents, and caregivers of those with serious illness; healthcare professionals, including nurses, physicians in training, interdisciplinary providers, and hospital staffAccept Insurance: No
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Email: info.aceropsychological@gmail.com
Ph: (818) 203-7410
Web: https://aceropsychologicalinc.comVirtual only: In CA & NV
Age Range: 14+
Specialty: Craniofacial, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Addition
Other: Lived experience with craniofacial. Bilingual-Spanish. Trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, Neurofeedback, Biofeedback.Accept insurance: yes
Pediatric (& older) Providers
Insurance Based Providers
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Email: dr.biancacohan@gmail.com
Ph: (818) 253-4775
Web: https://www.drbiancacohan.com/In-person: West LA & Virtual in CA
Age Range: 5+
Specialty: Anxiety, OCD, neurodivergence, hidden disabilities etc.
Other areas/populations: children, teens, and young adults is my specialty but I work with adults as wellAccept Insurance: No
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Email: tabarokibrigitte@gmail.com (preferred)
Ph: 3108675240
Web: therapybybrigitte.comIn-person: Brentwood/West LA & Virtual in CA
Age Range: 3-19
Specialty: children and teens with behavioral issues, developmental disorders like ADHD and ASD, life transitions, emotional regulation, and coping skillsOther: Collaboration is central to my work so I love working hand-in-hand with the client’s supports like parents, caregivers, psychiatrists, and teachers.
Accepts Insurance: No
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Email: max@beachfrontanxiety.com
Ph: 213-218-3080
Website: https://beachfrontanxiety.com/In person: Redondo Beach, CA & Virtual
Age Range: 6+
Specialty: Anxiety disorders, OCD, Tics/Tourette Syndrome, Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors
Approaches: Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), Metacognitive Therapy (MCT)Insurance: Lyra Health only
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Email: dr.crystalquarry@qpsychologygroup.com
Ph: (424) 903-6520
Web: https://qpsychologygroup.com/In person: Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach & Torrance
Age Range: Children through adults
Accepts Insurance: Yes, including Medicare
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Web: https://riomarie.my.canva.site/
In-person: Hermosa Beach & Virtual In CAAge Range: 7 - 80
Specialty: health psychology (acute and chronic health conditions/injury), therapeutic assessment (use of NP evals in therapy), athlete and sports psychology; Also: anxiety, adjustment disorder, maladaptive coping, self-esteem, identity, authenticity, relationship issuesOther: I am a former Division 1 NCAA student-athlete, Type 1 Diabetic, and enthusiastically enjoy life.
Accept insurance: No
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Email: support@soultenders.com
Ph: 626-701-4249 main office lineIn person locations: Arcadia; Burbank; Cerritos; Claremont; Monrovia; Pasadena; Placentia; San Marino; Signal Hill; Thousand Oaks; West LA; Whittier
Virtual: YesCHILD & FAMILY CENTERS: Rancho Cucamonga & South Pasadena, CA
Age range: 5 to 85+
Specialty: Soultenders has a network of providers offering in person and Telehealth. The closest location to you would be our Wesr LA office. Specializing in trauma grief, adjustment, LGBTQ anxiety depression children, couples & families
Other: bilingual therapists for Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian, Armenian and FarsiAccepts Insurance: Yes, including Medicare
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Email: TamarLev.therapy@gmail.com
Ph: 310-361-5528
Web: tamarlev-therapy.comIn person: West LA & Woodland Hills Virtual: Yes
Age Range: children, teens & parent counseling
Specialty: OCD (CBT) & anxiety disorders
Other: Depression, trauma, relational issues, life transitions and identityAccepts Insurance: No
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Email: info.aceropsychological@gmail.com
Ph: (818) 203-7410
Web: https://aceropsychologicalinc.comVirtual only: In CA & NV
Age Range: 14+
Specialty: Craniofacial, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Addition
Other: Lived experience with craniofacial. Bilingual-Spanish. Trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, Neurofeedback, Biofeedback.Accept insurance: yes
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Email: info@bluechairft.com
Ph: (310) 974-0533
Website: bluechairft.comIn person: Redondo Beach, Corona; Torrance location coming soon & Virtual in CA
Accepts Insurance: Yes
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Ph: 310-455-8241
Virtual only: In CA
Age Range: Adolescents, Adults and Families
Specialization: Individual & family therapy. Works with student transitions (e.g., into high school or college), anxiety, depression, stress management, relationships.Other: Background in education. Consults with parents and children Speaks Spanish
Accepts Insurance: Yes
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Email: dr.crystalquarry@qpsychologygroup.com
Ph: (424) 903-6520
Web: https://qpsychologygroup.com/In person: Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach & Torrance
Age Range: Children through adults
Accepts Insurance: Yes, including Medicare
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Email: support@soultenders.com
Ph: 626-701-4249 main office lineIn person locations: Arcadia; Burbank; Cerritos; Claremont; Monrovia; Pasadena; Placentia; San Marino; Signal Hill; Thousand Oaks; West LA; Whittier
Virtual: YesCHILD & FAMILY CENTERS: Rancho Cucamonga & South Pasadena, CA
Age range: 5 to 85+
Specialty: Soultenders has a network of providers offering in person and Telehealth. The closest location to you would be our Wesr LA office. Specializing in trauma grief, adjustment, LGBTQ anxiety depression children, couples & families
Other: bilingual therapists for Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian, Armenian and FarsiAccepts Insurance: Yes, including Medicare
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Email: paul@courageousACTtherapy.com
Ph: 949-288-3319
Web: https://care.headway.co/providers/j-paul-zawackiVirtual only: CA
Age range: 18+
Specialty: OCD and anxiety disorders
Other: Muslim clients; ADHD
Primary Modalities: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)Note: Clients are welcome to call at the provided number or visit Headway page to schedule a free consultation.
Accepts Insurance: Yes
While I haven’t personally vetted every provider on this list, my goal is to make it easier for individuals and families to find care that fits their needs and budget. This section highlights trusted providers who accept insurance or offer low-cost services—because cost should never be a barrier to getting the right support.
Other Affordable Care Options
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Ph: (818) 203-5063
Email: info@cdmtherapy.com
Website: cdmtherapy.com
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Ph: (818) 990-9898
Website & Intake Form: counselingwest.comAffordable counseling services for crisis or long-term support
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Ph: (310) 271-9999
Fees: Sliding scale; average session fee is $25
Provides low-cost comprehensive services for individuals, couples, and families
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Website: openpathcollective.org
Fees: $30–$70/session; one-time membership fee of $65
Online or in-person therapy with a wide national network
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Website: sccc-la.org
Fees: Sliding scale, rates based on ability to pay
For LA Care Plan Medi-Cal: Intake Form
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Website: SSPC at UCLA
Email: SSPC@mednet.ucla.edu
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Ph: (310) 825-2305
Email: ucla@psychclinic.hush.comFees: Low-cost, sliding scale for therapy and assessment
Services include therapy and testing provided by supervised doctoral students
CA Psychiatrists
For those navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other mental health challenges, psychiatrists can provide medical support through evaluation, medication management, and collaboration with your broader care team.
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Email: drhoftman@helixpsych.com
Phone: 424-944-8549 (call or text)
Website: www.helixpsych.comIn person: El Segundo, CA. Virtual: In CA
Age Range: Life span; 6 and younger to 80+
Specialty: Child and adolescent psychiatry, TMS, psychosis risk, schizophrenia, neurodevelopmental and neurogenetic conditions
Other: ADHD, OCD, depression, and anxiety; motivational interviewing, humanistic approachInsurance: No
Come as you are. You've made a brave decision to seek help. My goal is to establish a relationship that will allow you to share openly and begin to heal yourself on your lifelong journey. I'm here to offer comprehensive evaluation and treatment options. What are your goals?
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Concierge psychiatry specializing in non-stimulant ADHD management and anxiety disorders
Contact via website: https://www.nissenclinic.com/inquire
Website: https://www.nissenclinic.com/In-person: Dr. Nissen holds medical licenses nationwide and offers in-person appointments in Texas, New York, California, Florida, Illinois, and Massachusetts.
Therapy, medication management and therapy
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Emails: Office@principiumpsychiatry.com; PrincipiumAdmin@principiumpsychiatry.com; Z@principiumpsychiatry.com
Phone numbers:
CA office: 310-564-0110
NY office: 212-335-0236Website: Principiumpsychiatry.com
In-person locations:
CA - Santa Monica, CA
NY - Grand Central, NYC; Wall St, NYC; Hamptons, Long Island
CT - Greenwich, CTTelehealth states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, California
Age Range: all ages
Specialties: Interventional Psychiatry (ketamine, Spravato, ECT, TMS), Forensic Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Psychopharmacology, IOPInsurance: No
CA Executive Function Coaches
For those struggling with focus, organization, or follow-through, executive function coaches offer practical tools and personalized strategies to build structure, confidence, and consistency in daily life.
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Executive Function Coaching for High School, College Students & Adults
Ph: (310) 359-3230
Email: jill@jillbodie.com
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Ph: (626) 644-4125
Email: TorresmannyET@gmail.com
Web: www.theanalyticalbrain.com/Age range: elementary school - adulthood
Specialty: Educational Therapy/Executive Functioning Development
Other: screening for other matters that may impact Executive Functioning (i.e. mental health, etc).
In person and virtual
Other: Free "check-ins" with parents and other professionals. I focus on getting students through college, but I start working with kids in the earlier years to prep before earning their bachelor's degree.
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Ph: (718) 522 - 5525
Email: Director@OxfordTutorsUSA.com
Web: www.oxfordtutorsusa.comIn person: NYC, LA, Bay area, Puerto Rico
Mentorship, coaching, parenting, admissions strategy
Connect & Next Steps
We’re continually expanding our California mental-health referral network to help individuals and families access thoughtful, evidence-based care. If you’d like help identifying the right provider or program, or if you’re a professional interested in joining our network, we’d love to connect.