Licensed to practice in California and accepts 26 insurances. Specializes in Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills and 3 more.
Elijah Gildea
About me
My goal as a therapist is to provide support and encouragement to you during challenging times. I believe my role is to use my education and experience to help you achieve your desired outcome and help you find ways to learn to live with your present life circumstances. I specialize in evidence-based treatments for a wide range of conditions including anxiety, depression, career issues, difficult life transitions, adverse childhood experiences, grief & loss, relationship issues, anger management & domestic violence, and athletic performance. I grew up in a small coastal town in Northern California, and graduated from Humboldt State University. From there I moved to Redding California and started my career as a Marriage and Family Therapist.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In the first therapy session, clients can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where they can begin to share what life events bring them to therapy, including stressors or goals they may have. the client can begin to share their story at their own pace. The primary goal is of this initial meeting is for us to get to know each other and begin building a trusting therapeutic relationship.
The treatment methods and tools I utilize
I utilize an integrative approach provide individualized treatment based on each client’s unique needs. I have extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral interventions and other therapeutic approaches including Narrative, Psychodynamic and Solution Focused therapy.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
As a provider, some of my strengths lie in my ability to create a safe, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel seen and heard.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
As a therapist, I am best positioned to serve individuals who are seeking a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I specialize in working with adults, particularly those navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, anger or life transitions.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Other specialties
Life Transitions
Military/Veterans
Parenting
Identifies as
Man
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
AvMed
Cash - $120 per session
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
Location
Virtual
4 ratings with written reviews
June 23, 2026
I selected Elijah based on what he shared in his profile, as I was specifically looking for someone to help me with anger management. Today was my first appointment, which was primarily an intake session, but I found him easy to talk to and felt comfortable sharing my thoughts and experiences. He listened attentively, and I look forward to continuing our work together.
Verified client, age 45-54
September 26, 2025
He listens and gives useful feedback.
Verified client, age 65+
June 26, 2025
Elijah is a wonderful listener and made me feel very comfortable during my first session with him. I am looking forward to working with him and benefiting from his many years of experience. I started the session extremely anxious and by the end of the session I felt at ease and in good cheer!