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315 verified Therapists/Counselors in Palm Desert, CA
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Availability last updated 05/01/2026
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.86
·7 reviews
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 54 more
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My ideal client is someone who needs help reaching their highest potential and decreasing emotional suffering. They should be ready and willing to begin receiving guidance on how to reach their peak. I believe in self-determination and that individuals can find solutions with the right support. I of...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, May 21
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 56 more
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Hi there, I'm Sanayah! Hello, I'm Sanayah Marriott, LCSW. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University and am passionate about guiding individuals to discover their purpose, embrace emotional wellness, adapt to change, and lead balanced lives. My approach I am dedicated to u...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, May 22
Psychotherapist
62 mi · 300 Rancheros Dr, Ste 130, San Marcos, CA 92069
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medicare + 19 more
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Marcella Santamaria, LCSW, helps teens, adults, and seniors across California navigate lifes emotional and relational challenges with warmth, cultural sensitivity, and clinical expertise. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she offers individual, couples, and family therapy, supporting clients through ...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, May 21
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 34 more
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Hi there, I'm Tiya! I am a licensed professional clinical therapist dedicated to providing a compassionate and collaborative space for you to explore life’s challenges. My approach My approach is non-judgmental and rooted in understanding, where we work together to create solutions that are uniquely...Click to read more
Next available: Sat, May 23
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 54 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Lindsey is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 16 years of experience providing therapeutic counseling, case management, and intervention services to children, adults, and families in private practice, service agency, and clinic settings. She has worked as a child development speciali...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, May 25
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 56 more
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Hi there, I'm Alexandria! My name is Alexandria Hagler, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California. I primarily work with young and middle-a...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, May 25
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
Next available: Tue, May 26
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 54 more
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Integrating a solutions-oriented approach, behavioral therapy, and empathy, I work with clients to create a challenging yet empowering vortex for change. In my work, one size does not fit all, so creating a strong therapeutic alliance is of utmost importance. I aim to walk alongside you on the path ...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, May 27
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more
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I am Michele Cyr, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and thank you for checking out my profile. I have been a practicing Psychotherapist for over 30 years, and have been certified as an EMDR clinician for nearly 20 years. It gives me great joy to have the opportunity to help so many of you with your...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 26
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 56 more
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Hi there, I'm Terri! My name is Terri Graves, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am a traditional talk therapist and have learned some helpful things, but if you are looking for something different, we work together to find something in therapy that will work for you. **My app...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, May 28
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 53 more
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I believe that people are the experts in their own lives, and I am here to guide them from a professional standpoint. There are times in everyone's life when additional support is needed, and I am happy to provide that support when it's required. I utilize DBT, CBT, and solution-focused therapeutic ...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, May 27
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Riverside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more
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Congrats on getting to this point! It can feel like a lot getting started. Now, would you like a therapist with a quirky sense of humor, even when working on trauma? What about a therapist who has lived experience with family members aligning their body expression? How about a collaborative client/t...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, May 29
Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
4.78
·39 reviews
She is always great and I think she is the best I have had. by KBClick to read more
66 mi · 11801 Pierce St, Suite 200 #261, Riverside, CA 92505
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 10 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in schizophrenia + 1 more ·
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Ms. Obi listens to her patients' concerns, explains their conditions, and helps them select a suitable treatment plan. She believes in establishing partnerships with her patients to improve and sustain lifelong health. She is committed to helping the wider community receive the care they deserve.Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.94
·36 reviews
She had a good light-hearted energy about her which made it easy to talk - Jul 28, 2025 by Jordan M.Click to read more
Poway, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 26 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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*Note that prior to the first session taking place with the provider, LifeStance will require a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If booking with these, you will be unable to be seen. *This provider only treats residents residing in the state ...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Poway, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medicare + 20 more
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Vivienne Hickey helps people across California navigate life's challenges with compassion, skill, and evidencebased care. She provides therapy for teens, adults, and seniors, supporting those facing mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Whether working individually, ...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·21 reviews
- Aug 28, 2025 by Spencer H.Click to read more
Poway, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 26 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance requires a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If you are booking with these insurances, you will be unable to be seen. *This provider only treats residents residing in the stat...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
Poway, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 4 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Raissa Kennedy is a Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker practicing under the supervision of Sandra Vought, LCSW. She earned her Master's in Social Work from Fordham University. Her clinical experience includes working with anxiety and depression, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, a...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Poway, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medicare + 20 more
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Arcelito Glorioso helps adults across California navigate life’s most challenging seasons with clarity, resilience, and practical tools for lasting change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, he provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for young adults, adults...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.75
·16 reviews
- Jul 28, 2023 by Wendy N.Click to read more
San Diego, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 26 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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My name is Diane Dameron. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Mount Saint Mary’s University. I have experience working in nonprofit community service, group practice, and have spent many years on a military base working with active-duty mili...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, May 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·12 reviews
Thank you for your help. Waiting to hear back from the referral in Maricopa. by ASClick to read more
Poway, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 26 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance will require a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If booking with these, you will be unable to be seen. *This provider only treats residents residing in the state of California...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, May 7
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Poway, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 29 more
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Susana Villalpando helps adults across California navigate emotional challenges and life transitions with compassionate, evidence-based therapy. As a Marriage and Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for adults and older adults seeking support for concerns such as a...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, May 6
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.20
·10 reviews
San Diego, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 26 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time ·
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Dusti D. Romans is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2013. She holds a Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California. Change only happens during difficult times. Dusti wants to stand by you through these times while giving you the ski...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·7 reviews
San Diego, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 26 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance will require a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If booking with these, you will be unable to be seen. *This provider only treats residents residing in the state of Califo...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, May 6
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Oceanside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 19 more
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Victoria Belmonte helps patients across California find steadiness, clarity, and more fulfilling connections in their daily lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she supports adolescents, adults, seniors, couples, and families through challenges such as anxiety, depression,...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, May 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
Oceanside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 26 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Monica Oropeza is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2020. Monica strongly believes in people and their unique strengths and abilities, especially during times of need. She believes that all individuals are capable of change and improvement, and sometimes j...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Psychotherapist
5.00
·2 reviews
65.5 mi · 3609 Ocean Ranch Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92056
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 26 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Monica Oropeza is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2020. Monica strongly believes in people and their unique strengths and abilities, especially during times of need. She believes that all individuals are capable of change and improvement, and sometimes j...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
Corona, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Megan Urquidi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2019. She provides a non-judgmental and authentic space for clients, helping them feel comfortable being themselves. Megan utilizes a client-centered approach, which encourages each client to feel they can...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, May 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Oceanside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 25 more
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Michael Hodson helps individuals and couples across California navigate anxiety, relationship strain, and life’s most challenging transitions with clarity, compassion, and practical tools for change. As a Marriage & Family Therapist with LifeStance Health, he provides individual therapy and couples ...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, May 6
Psychotherapist
65 mi · 15611 Pomerado Rd, Ste 535, Poway, CA 92064
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medicare + 20 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·
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Vivienne Hickey helps people across California navigate life's challenges with compassion, skill, and evidencebased care. She provides therapy for teens, adults, and seniors, supporting those facing mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Whether working individually, ...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, May 11
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.89
·9 reviews
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Poway, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medicare + 19 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time · Expertise in depression ·
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*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance will require a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If booking with these, you will be unable to be seen. *This provider only treats residents residing in the state of California...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, May 11
Marriage and Family Therapist
65 mi · 16516 Bernardo Ctr Dr, Ste 330, San Diego, CA 92128
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 12 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·
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Hello, I’m Victoria Luna (she/her), and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) at Hope Therapy Group. I enjoy working with adults, couples, and families who may be navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, past trauma, grief and loss, or the emotional impact of stress an...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 12
Psychotherapist
65 mi · 16516 Bernardo Ctr Dr, Ste 330, San Diego, CA 92128
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 12 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·
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The provider is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is HOPE Therapy Group San Diego. Hello, I’m Elyssa Becerra (she/her), and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I approach therapy ...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 12
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
Corona, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Jessie Wilson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2019. She holds a BA in Psychology from Simpson University and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University. Jessie has worked in the field for more than 16 years, with the firs...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Marcos, CA
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hello, I have been serving my community through psychotherapy practices for almost 20 years. I am a wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend and business owner who understands the challenges, struggles, sorrows and joys of life because of my own relationships and experiences - both personally and pro...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, May 4
Psychotherapist
66 mi · 1740 La Costa Meadows Dr, Ste 104, San Marcos, CA 92078
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·
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Hello, I have been serving my community through psychotherapy practices for almost 20 years. I am a wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend and business owner who understands the challenges, struggles, sorrows and joys of life because of my own relationships and experiences - both personally and pro...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, May 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Oceanside, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 29 more
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Stephanie Frigo is a therapist with LifeStance Health who helps children, teens, adults, and seniors across California build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and navigate life's challenges. She provides individual and couples therapy with a personalized approach designed to support lasting ...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, May 7
Psychotherapist
65.5 mi · 3609 Ocean Ranch Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92056
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 29 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·
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Stephanie Frigo is a therapist with LifeStance Health who helps children, teens, adults, and seniors across California build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and navigate life's challenges. She provides individual and couples therapy with a personalized approach designed to support lasting ...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, May 7
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Corona, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 23 more
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Deborah Pirv helps individuals and families across California find healing, stability, and hope through life’s challenges. She offers compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers clients to better understand themselves and create meaningful change in their relationships and emotional well-being....Click to read more
Next available: Wed, May 6
Psychologist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
The connection was immediate. I felt I had found the right therapist for me. Similar challenges as women past 60, so relatable. As a retired therapist myself, it isn’t easy to find a therapist I feel understands what I am finding difficult as I get into my 80’s. A person to talk with who has experie...Click to read more
Corona, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Dr. Cynthia (Cyndi) Nakoski, Psy.D., is a compassionate and experienced psychologist dedicated to helping individuals across California find healing and resilience in the face of life's challenges. Specializing in trauma-informed care, Dr. Nakoski assists clients in recovering from overwhelming expe...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, May 6
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
3.67
·3 reviews
It was my first visit so we're still getting to know each other but she was very thoughtful and kind and listened intently, took notes, and already set up goals for us to work on! - Mar 8, 2024 by Sarah B.Click to read more
San Diego, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 26 more
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Sharna Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2018. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from San Diego State University. Sharna provides a warm, empathic approach focused on building a healthy therapeutic relationship and working together to empowe...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, May 12
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