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Hey There! My name is Jeshana Johnson, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my masters degree in clinical psychology from Azusa Pacific University, CA. I was drawn to the mental health field by learning about human emotions, connections, and a strong desire to support people through life’s hardest moments. Over the years, I’ve witnessed how transformative it can be to feel truly seen and heard, which is something many of us go without for too long. My path has been shaped by personal experiences, clinical training, and the privilege of walking alongside clients in their healing.
Your first session can be intimidating, but this is where you get to share your story. You will share what brings you in, what you’re hoping to work on, and what’s most important to you right now. I’ll ask some questions to understand your story, your strengths, and any challenges you’re facing, but there’s no pressure to share everything at once. We’ll go at your pace and focus on creating a space where you feel comfortable and supported. It’s completely normal to feel nervous before starting therapy, especially if it’s your first time. My job is to help you feel safe, heard, and respected from the very beginning. By the end of our session, we’ll talk about what you’d like to focus on going forward and begin shaping a plan that fits your goals and needs.
In sessions, my greatest strengths are to create a grounding space where my client can speak freely and feel genuinely heard. My communication style is gentle but honest. I listen closely, reflect on what I hear, and offer thoughtful insights or questions to help you deepen your understanding and move forward. I may gently challenge unhelpful patterns or beliefs, but always with compassion and respect for your pace. If you’re unsure what you’re feeling, we might slow things down, tune into your body, and make space for whatever comes up. My goal is for you to feel safe, supported, and empowered as we navigate the work together.
I specialize in working with individuals who often feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, whether due to anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, or challenging relationships. I work with individuals who have had many challenges in balancing life and placing their mental health on the back burner, or those navigating life transitions while trying to break generational patterns. They’re often resilient, insightful, and exhausted from doing it all alone. In our work together, I help clients reconnect with themselves, set healthy boundaries, and build emotional resilience. Through a supportive, open space, we explore what’s holding you back and develop tools that align with your values and goals. My role is to help you feel empowered, understood, and capable of creating meaningful change in your life.
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Cash - $135 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medi-Cal
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Centivo
Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Gold Coast Health Plan Total Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Commercial)
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
IHSS Healthy Workers
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
L.A. Care Covered
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L.A. Care Medicare Plus (HMO D-SNP)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Scripps Health Plan
SFHP Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Sutter Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
1 rating with written reviews
May 7, 2026
I've never had therapy or considered doing therapy before, until my first session. Jeshana made it natural for me to open up and I can't wait to see what it brings.