Anthem Therapists in California

Finding a psychologist, prescriber or therapist who accepts Anthem insurance can make getting mental health care more accessible and cost-effective. With 390 verified and licensed therapists who accept Anthem in California, you can filter by therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy to address issues like anxiety, depression, or stress management. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist is currently welcoming new clients and has availability within the next 30 days, providing you with timely, compassionate support within the scope of your Anthem insurance plan.

Availability updated: 9/29/2026

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
+6
Hello, I'm Dr. Kenji Jones, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and resilience. My approach is warm, affirming, and solution-focused, creating a supportive space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered. I work with adults and young adults seeking support with anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationships, self-esteem, and personal growth. Together, we'll build practical tools to help you achieve meaningful and lasting change.
Available

Often rebooked

Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Choosing to begin therapy is a courageous step. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I provide a compassionate, grounded space where individuals and couples can explore challenges, heal from past wounds, and move toward meaningful change. I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, faith, and trauma. My approach is relational and collaborative — I believe healing happens within safe, attuned connections. Together, we’ll work to understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck, while building practical tools to support emotional regulation, communication, and self-understanding. My work is informed by person-centered, cognitive behavioral, and attachment-based frameworks. I also integrate trauma-informed, psychodynamic, and existential perspectives, helping clients explore identity, purpose, and the deeper narratives shaping their lives. I obtained a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. I have a background in behavioral therapy and have worked in several different settings including school, group settings, residential facilities, and private practice. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply seeking clarity, therapy can be a place to slow down and reconnect with yourself. My role is not to “fix” you, but to walk alongside you as you strengthen resilience, deepen insight, and move toward the life and relationships you want with yourself and others. I welcome clients from diverse cultural, spiritual, and relational backgrounds, and I am committed to creating an inclusive, affirming therapeutic environment. If you're ready to begin, I’d be honored to support you.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
+8
I have been licensed and seeing clients in my practice for over 30 years and have had over 20 years experience providing clinical supervision for trainees and associates. I am infinitely curious about the human psyche and each individual's adaptation to their upbringing and experience in the world. I am eager to help clients to find balance and peace in life.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties
Child or Adolescent
Coping Skills
School Issues
+9
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience providing support to children, adolescents, and young adults. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, school stress, peer and family relationships, and life transitions. I offer teletherapy services in a supportive, down-to-earth environment where clients can feel comfortable being themselves while building emotional awareness, confidence, and practical coping skills. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, with a focus on helping clients feel understood while developing tools they can use in their daily lives.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Humorous
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
+6
Hi, I’m Doris Anne Muchirahondo, and I’m here to help you navigate life’s challenges with care and expertise. I specialize in supporting children/adolescents like you who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood. For instance, one of my clients felt crushed by school or and family conflicts, which led to emotional outbursts and strained relationships. Through therapy, we work together to identify triggers, develop healthier communication skills, and create coping strategies that restored balance in their life. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, or emotional burnout, I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs. Let’s work together to move toward the fulfilling, connected, and joyful life you deserve.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Hi my name is Sara Tynes! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I was born and raised in Colorado and I have been living in California for the past eight years. I have been practicing counseling for 10 years and have experience working with children, teens, adults, couples and veterans. I enjoy getting to know my clients, not just their challenges but also their interests and goals. My approach focuses on building meaningful relationships that helps support their journey toward well-being. Please visit my website for additional resources and support https://www.therapywithsarat.com/
VirtualAvailable
Direct
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Mood Disorders
Hello, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) currently practicing in California. I received my Masters Degree from the National University in Sacramento and have over 25 years experience working with every walk of life from young foster children, to at-risk adolescents, to adult inmate patients. My specialties include crisis intervention, moderate-to-high acuity, mood disorders, and other mental illnesses.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+10
Linehan Board-Certified DBT Specialist | Holistic Wellness Advocate Clinical Expertise & Background With 25 years of clinical experience, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s complexities with balance and resilience. I am a Linehan Board-Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist (DBT), a credential that reflects my deep commitment to providing the highest standard of evidence-based care. My academic foundation began at St. Louis University (MO), where I earned both my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and my Master of Social Work. This rigorous training, combined with decades of practice, allows me to offer a space that is as clinically sound as it is compassionate and nonjudgmental. My Approach I provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy for adolescents and adults (ages 16+). My style is warm, collaborative, and deeply respectful of your unique journey. I specialize in integrating DBT strategies to help you overcome barriers and build a life that feels truly worth living. A Holistic Perspective I believe that mental health is inextricably linked to physical well-being. When I’m not in the clinician’s chair, I’m likely moving. I am certified in spinning/cycling and have a deep passion for power walking, latin dance, yoga, and Pilates. This personal commitment to the mind-body connection informs my therapeutic perspective—I understand the discipline and rhythm required to foster lasting change. The "Co-Therapist" Healing often comes in small, furry packages. I have a 6-year-old toy Yorkie who frequently joins me. While he isn’t a registered service dog, he is an expert in providing comfort and a calming presence. He is available to join our sessions upon request (and rest assured, he is excellent at maintaining client confidentiality). Languages & Inclusion: My native language is English and I am proficient in Farsi. I warmly welcome Farsi-speaking clients to my practice.
VirtualAvailable
Specialties
Eating Disorders
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
+5
Hi, I'm Jaclyn, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, perfectionism, and self-esteem. I am passionate about helping people build a healthier relationship with food, their bodies, and themselves so they can spend less time struggling and more time engaging in the things that matter most to them. Many of the clients I work with feel exhausted by constant self-criticism, food and body thoughts, anxiety, or the pressure to get everything "right." They may find themselves stuck in cycles of restriction, binge eating, emotional eating, people-pleasing, or perfectionism, despite their best efforts to change. My goal is to help clients better understand the patterns keeping them stuck while developing practical tools to create meaningful and lasting change. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, self-compassion work, and values-based approaches to help clients develop greater awareness, emotional resilience, and flexibility. I believe that lasting change is most sustainable when it comes from a place of understanding and self-compassion rather than shame or self-judgment. Therapy with me is not about achieving perfection. Instead, it is about learning how to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence, self-awareness, and kindness toward yourself. Whether you are struggling with an eating disorder, body image concerns, anxiety, or feeling disconnected from yourself, I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can occur. Reaching out for support can be difficult, and I am honored to walk alongside clients as they move toward a more fulfilling and meaningful life. This sounds polished for Grow while still feeling like you—warm, compassionate, and clearly focused on eating disorders and body image work.
Available

New to Grow

Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+8
I specialize in helping individuals and couples from diverse cultural backgrounds navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and stress. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, and leadership, I provide a compassionate, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approach. Together, we will build on your existing strengths, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change that supports your personal goals and overall well-being.
Available
Authentic
Humorous
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Women's Issues
+9
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist helping my clients find more congruency and peace in their lives. People often believe that their feelings of anxiety and depression are their individual problem or failure, but very often these feelings are just a normal response to a challenging world. They come to their first session worried that they are crazy or deficient in some way, but they’re not. You don’t have to feel this way. I can help you develop understandings about how you are responding to your world, how you are making meaning of your life and how those meanings might be causing you to feel anxious, sad, hopeless, and frustrated. I have decades of experience helping people create lives that feel safe, meaningful, and more joyfully aligned with who they are and what they want.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Self Esteem
+6
Hi there! My name is Laura, and it’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m a marriage and family therapist based in California. I’ve been practicing for over a decade now and earned my master’s degree from St. Mary’s College in Moraga, California. Taking the first step towards improving your mental health is the most empowering thing you can do for yourself. Counseling may seem intimidating at first, but it’s an incredibly rewarding experience. I create a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your concerns about anxiety, depression, and self-care. My goal is to help you develop assertive communication and boundaries with yourself and others, which can significantly improve your quality of life. Counseling can be a powerful tool for personal growth and help you build the life you truly deserve. If that’s what you’re looking for, I’m here to support you whenever you’re ready to share.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Depression
+6
Over the past two decades, I have dedicated my professional life to assisting individuals and families in overcoming mental health challenges and cultivating healthier, more fulfilling lives. As a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Marriage and Family Therapy, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. My clinical experience encompasses treating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions through individual, family, and group therapy. In addition to my work as a mental health therapist, I possess extensive experience as a substance abuse counselor, providing support to clients throughout their recovery journey. I employ various evidence-based modalities that enhance patient care and facilitate the tailoring of individualized treatments based on the specific needs of each patient, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Trauma (CBT-TF), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Seeking safety (SS), Triple P Positive Parenting Program (Triple P), and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMAD). My professional experience spans community mental health, integrated healthcare, nonprofit organizations, hospital settings, and private practice, where I collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. I value collaboration and am recognized as a supportive, dependable team member who enjoys working alongside colleagues to develop innovative, effective solutions that enhance client outcomes. My experience includes crisis intervention, behavioral health assessments, treatment planning, case management, telehealth services, and providing warm handoffs to ensure timely access to behavioral health and specialty services. I am passionate about advocating for underserved communities and firmly believe in treating every client with compassion, cultural humility, and respect. My objective is to empower individuals and families to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and attain enduring emotional well-being.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+6
Hi there, I'm Paola. As a licensed social worker and therapist, I'm passionate about creating a safe and compassionate space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. I believe healing and growth happen when we feel truly seen, and I'm honored to walk alongside you on your journey. My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you feel more grounded, connected and open to new possibilities.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
+9
My name is Marissa Ruiz, Licensed Marriage and Family therapist in California. Some of my other titles include mother, wife, sister, daughter, niece, grandmother and friend. Sharing these titles are important to me because they represent current relationships and past relationships. My past relationships include grief, trauma and growth. I survived obstacles in my life with the help of a therapist. My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, empathetic, supportive, and good listener. We will be working together with to make a goal. I like to focus on identifying your strengths and helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Intelligent
Open-minded
Specialties
Addiction
Crisis Intervention
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
+6
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 plus years of experience helping individuals and families facing trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, crisis situations, and serious mental illness. I provide a safe, supportive space to build resilience, develop coping skills, foster self-compassion, and create lasting change. I will take time to understand your experiences, strengths, and challenges while creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for you to share at your own pace.
VirtualAvailable
Open-minded
Warm
Direct
Specialties
Addiction
Couples Counseling
Spirituality
+5
I have been practicing in the field for over a decade. I have specialized training in trauma, addictions, relationship enhancement, marital and premarital. I work with adults, and couples. I have a heart for seeing relationships thrive. I believe Love is Enough. I will walk along side you through transitions, hurt, pain, and making sense of the present and complex situations.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+10
I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and overwhelming emotions. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. Together, we’ll explore what’s weighing on you, identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and develop practical tools to help you feel more confident and in control of your life.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Direct
Specialties
Men's Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+9
Hi there! Nice to e-meet you. My name is Liza, pronounced Lisa, last name Castro and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am not your ordinary therapist and will always be honest and truthful with you, even if it may sting just a little, but positive outcomes are always the goal. Change is never comfortable and neither is being confronted with the truth and lets be honest, both perspectives can and will hurt. If this is what you need, then I am who you seek. I am a great coach and cheerleader. I will help you understand your thoughts, feelings and behaviors and help you explore how to become the best version of you. I am here to help you win in your own way; one choice and one session at a time. I am currently seeing clients VIA TELEHEALTH ONLY. I will see clients Mondays through Saturdays. Keep in mind I do work with a few other organizations, so scheduling will be sporadic and clients have the autonomy to schedule where openings are available on my calendars. There have been times where there are scheduling conflicts due to calendar updates being delayed once in a while and if that happens you will be prompted to reschedule or I will contact you as soon as I am able. I am located in North County San Diego and hope to meet you soon!
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Humorous
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
Hi, I’m glad you’re here. I work with men and women who want to feel better about themselves, navigate life's ups and downs, and continue growing into the person they want to be. Whether you're struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, I provide a supportive space where you can be yourself without judgment. My approach is relaxed, collaborative, and down-to-earth, blending CBT, DBT, supportive therapy, and humanistic principles to help you gain insight, build practical skills, and create meaningful change.
Available
Authentic
Intelligent
Warm
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Women's Issues
+8
While I am new to Grow Therapy, I have been practicing in various schools settings as a counselor for over a decade: supporting students and parents navigate, life, learning and loss of all types. Whether you or your child experience neurodivergence (such as ADHD, anxiety, autism, emotionality, sensory sensitivities, demand avoidance, etc.) or are struggling with social , work, relationship or routine daily demands, I am here to support you. I also support women going through relationship struggles, whether it's from co-parenting, infidelity, perimenopause, caregiving burnout, etc. Over the years, I found myself working more and more with moms who are carrying it all, doing all that they can, and finding themselves barely hanging on. You may be feeling, overwhelm, confusion, guilt, shame, exhaustion and even anger. If so, I am here to help you navigate through these difficult feelings. I tailor each session to meet the client's individual needs, personality, and strengths. Together, we'll build on your resilience, intuition, and inner resources while creating opportunities for growth, healing, and self-empowerment. My goal is to provide a safe, collaborative environment to make changes at your pace.
Available
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
+9
Hello there, thanks for spending the time to get to know me as a Therapist. I would like first to welcome you to this interesting journey of getting to know yourself deeply and possibly understand the world around you. First, I explore you, the problem you are facing, your environment, and your past to understand better what is going on. So, be aware, I will take some time on that. I especially want you to feel heard and understood first, to be in the same page before we move on to the next step. I was told to be very approachable and easy to talk to, even when I point out inconsistencies for us to gain broader insight into your situation. Over the years of experience, I have learned that each of my clients brings a different theory that needs to be treated case by case. I use several different approaches and orientations, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Bowen Therapy, and Structural Therapy among many others. I have treated adolescents, women, men, couples, and families, and I have been treated at different severity levels. I have been successful in bringing out the best of you once you find your personal goals and place in life. Overall, I am open to your needs and preferences in treatment plan and interventions, as long as it brings you back to your functioning and high performance.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Peer Relationships
+6
I have been practicing as a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist (LMFT) for over 20 years, working with clients of all ages from diverse places and backgrounds, who are experiencing personal emotional struggles or navigating complex relationships. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment in which to set goals, identify and process emotions, increase healthy communication skills, deepen insight, expand your sense of self, and affect positive change in your life.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
+10
Luke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in emergency medical services and hospital emergency departments. He is a United States Coast Guard veteran located in California. Luke believes in healthy habit development, consistent focus on goals, and problem solving to improve quality of life. Luke's approach to therapy includes: positive psychology, stress management, reducing substance use, communication skills, solution focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Outside of work Luke enjoys outdoor activities like camping, mountain biking, sailing, and scuba diving.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
+4
Everyone deserves to live a meaningful life—one filled with purpose, fulfilling relationships, personal growth, and a sense of balance. At times, however, we all need support and guidance to move forward. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over seven years of experience helping individuals across the lifespan navigate emotional and psychological challenges. In my practice, I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, mood instability, anger, relationship difficulties, divorce, family conflict, and work-related stress. My goal is to help clients reduce distress, strengthen insight, and build the skills needed to create lasting and positive change. My counseling style is warm, collaborative, and interactive. I place a strong emphasis on treating each person with respect, sensitivity, dignity, and compassion. I draw from a variety of evidence-based and insight-oriented approaches, including mindfulness-based practices, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), schema therapy, psychodynamic, humanistic, and rational-emotive interventions. Treatment is always tailored to your unique needs, goals, and life circumstances. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and support you on your path toward growth and well-being.
VirtualAvailable
Frequently asked questions

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in California. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across California from San Francisco to San Diego! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in California.

Yes! If you use Anthem you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have Anthem you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.