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315 verified Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Therapists/Counselors in San Diego, CA
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Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Encinitas, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Gina Mendez helps children, teens, adults, and seniors build stability, insight, and resilience when mental health challenges disrupt daily life. She provides compassionate, clinically grounded therapy to individuals and families across California, supporting clients as they navigate complex emotion...Click to read more
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Psychotherapist
5.00
·1 review
27.5 mi · 6994 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Ms. Jennifer Palmer is a compassionate and reliable psychotherapist. She sees patients for multiple mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, and hyperactive disorders. Ms. Palmer attended National University, where she earned her master's degree in counseling psychology. She applies h...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Sep 21
Psychotherapist
28.5 mi · 333 S Juniper St, Escondido, CA 92025
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·
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Are you struggling emotionally, feeling anxious, hurt, angry, or depressed? Is this affecting you in one or more areas of your life? We all face challenges at times; having a supportive and caring person to help you through that journey can make all the difference.Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Sep 21
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I am Filipino American and immigrated to the United States as a child. While I am not fluent in Tagalog, I can understand Tagalog. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Santa Clara County. I received my master's degree in social work from San Jose State University (SJSU). I have exp...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hello! I’m Katie, an LMFT with a passion for helping individuals navigate their personal journeys. I have spent the last 12 years working as a therapist to do just that. When I'm not practicing therapy, I'm reading, playing video games, attending my kids' activities, and going on adventures with my ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hi, I'm Jasmin! I thrive on joy—whether it's laughing, learning, savoring a great meal, dancing, or exploring the outdoors through hiking. I’m a natural cheerleader (no pom-poms needed!) because I genuinely love watching people succeed and grow. My journey into the field of clinical social work bega...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. I utilize integrative approaches to help you explore the root causes of your concerns, while helping you develop effective and useful strategies to maintain your mental health. I believe therapy...Click to read more
Psychologist (Virtual)
4.75
·4 reviews
Excellent listener with a high level of empathy and emotional intelligence. Highly recommended therapist who seems to "really" care about his patients. - Dec 11, 2025 by Evan W.Click to read more
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time ·
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I have worked with a wide range of individuals during my 44 years as a clinical psychologist and have been in full-time private practice for 36 years. I integrate the most effective Western psychotherapeutic approaches-primarily cognitive behavioral therapy as well as acceptance and commitment thera...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·3 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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My name is Justin Phillips and I have been helping people with life's challenges for over 18 Years. My fulltime roll is working with a non-profit community-based agency and I provide individual psychotherapy as part of my small private practice. I am an honorably discharged combat veteran and spe...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hi! I am a marriage and family therapist who works with individual adults and couples. I help clients build coping, life, and communication skills.Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.86
·7 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and various relationship challenges, including romantic, family, peer, and occupational issues. I hold a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Sacrame...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Welcome! I'm a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with about a decade of experience supporting adults, children, and youth through various challenges. My expertise includes helping individuals navigate depression and anxiety, recovery from traumatic events, the impact of generational trauma, ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.83
·6 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hi! I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and registered professional clinical counselor. I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from Point Loma Nazarene University and have six years of experience working with children, adolescents, transitional aged youth (TAY), and adults. My ex...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·3 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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I’m Essy, an LCSW/LICSW, PsyD candidate, and author who works primarily with neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ adults navigating identity, trauma, burnout, masking, and the pressure to overperform in environments that were never designed with them in mind. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and str...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·7 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 20 years of experience. I earned my Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California in 2005. Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse populations, primarily focusing on treating depression, anxiety, grief, an...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hello my name is Irma Lerma, LMFT and I am a seasoned bilingual/bicultural psychotherapist. My parents were from Mexico and I was raised in the Bay Area. Since I grew up in a multi-cultural environment I want my clients to know they will always be respected. I enjoy working with people addressing an...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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With over 20+ yrs experience in Psychology, philosophy and Success building I have joined with my clients to overcome blind spots, limiting beliefs, past patterns and challenges so they may enter the life they dream of. It’s not Magic… it is conscious awareness . If you feel limited or blocked, boo...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hello! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, based in sunny California. For more than 10 years, I have worked with children, teens, and young adults. Have you ever wondered what therapy is like? Or “I just wish I had someone to talk to about this.” I’m that therapist who joins alongside you ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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You have already taken your first step towards healing, and to you, I send the warmest welcome. My diverse background in the field includes a BA in Psychology from SUNY New Paltz as well as a master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of San Francisco. During and following my educat...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hi, I'm Gladys. If you are having a hard time managing your day-to-day life, feeling as if you keep doing the same thing over and over again and getting the same result, or desiring to make a change physically, emotionally, and spiritually but not knowing how or where to start, come see me. As your ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.50
·2 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Welcome! Deciding to start therapy is a courageous move, and I am excited to be on your path to a better you. I'm Andy (she/her), a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a practicing bilingual therapist for the past 4 years. As your therapist, I will commit to working alongside you as ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I am dedicated to providing a safe, compassionate, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insight into your challenges, and work towards achieving your personal goals. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking p...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Georgia and also a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Social Work from California State University, Fresno, and my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Troy University in Alabama. I have be...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles. I have been practicing for over five years and hold a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. I am a humanistic therapist; my goal in therapy is to create a safe space where my clients can open...Click to read more
Psychologist (Virtual)
4.65
·20 reviews
Late, seemed disinterested, wasn’t paying attention because he asked a question that I had just answered. Ended the session earlyClick to read more
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Do you feel stuck? Ever feel like your past is a ghost haunting your present? Struggling with relationships, battling self-hatred, or constant self-criticism? You want peace, self-acceptance, and healthier connections but trauma keeps pulling you back? When you go through something really tough, you...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical counselor located in California. I received my Masters Degrees from Brandman University in Victorville, California and have been practicing in for just under 5 years. I help those with distressing thoughts and fe...Click to read more
Psychologist (Virtual)
5.00
·7 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist with five years of experience working with clients. Starting with a new therapist can feel overwhelming. Whether you've been to therapy many times before or this is your first time, I will meet you exactly where you're at. You may have questions like “W...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hello, and a warm welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California, Maine, Texas, and South Carolina. I earned my Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California. With over 14 years involved in mental health and 7 years in practice, I help individuals 1...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I have worked with individuals, families and in interdisciplinary teams for over 15 years in community mental health in outpatient and intensive services. Many of my clients were of high acuity and I supported them by creating a treatment plan th...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California, with 13 years of experience in the field. I earned my Masters Degree from Chico State University. I made a career change in midlife after a lengthy career as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. I have a passion for working with teenagers and adult...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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My Name is Linda Arroyo, a Marriage and family therapist in California. As a mental health therapist, I understand parenting and or life can get tough, and unexpected life events such as divorce, loss of a loved one, blended families, new environments, etc, can create anxiety, anger, fears, irritabi...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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My name is Cirse (Sear-Say) Nieto. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed marriage and family therapist. I graduated from California State University, Fullerton, where I earned both my Bachelor's degree in Human Services and my Master's degree in Counseling. I have experience working in communi...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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I became a social worker because I wanted to help people. I became a therapist because I wanted to empower people. Sometimes, we need support to move through life and changes and I enjoy being that person to help others navigate the challenges and celebrate the victories. Through my friendly demeano...Click to read more
Psychologist (Virtual)
4.90
·30 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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I specialize in helping individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma achieve the happier and more fulfilling lives they desire. These challenges are often complicated by lack of motivation, trouble experiencing pleasure, self-deprecating thoughts, interpersonal conflicts, and f...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·3 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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As a licensed clinical social worker, my position is to help you work through the challenges that are affecting your ability to live a healthy lifestyle mentally, emotionally, psychically and mentally. As your clinical social worker, functioning as a therapist I will focus on how social factors and ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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Hello! I am an LMFT in California specializing in Trauma, Narcissistic Abuse, Coercive Control, and Religious Trauma. I received my masters from LCU in 2018 and have been practicing for 7 years. I help people effectively process their trauma while giving them coping skills and education to heal and ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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I'm an English therapist, licensed in California. I graduated from Touro University in 2020 as a marital and family therapist. I have a background in addiction treatment, and also have particular experience with self-esteem, LGBTQ issues, anxiety and depression. I work with individuals and families...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Hi! I'm a licensed clinical social worker from Los Angeles, CA, working with college students, young adults, and adults. I bring a compassionate and personalized approach to therapy. I earned my Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC). I specialize in helping clients...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·5 reviews
San Diego, CA
In-network · Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who is deeply committed to creating a safe, supportive space where healing and growth can happen. I received my MS in Counseling from Cal State Fullerton and my BA in Psychology from UCLA. I spent many years in soc...Click to read more
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Can Anthem Blue Cross members in California access therapy and counseling without a referral?

Yes. Anthem Blue Cross members in California do not need a referral from a primary care provider to see a therapist or counselor in their plan’s network. (Anthem, 2025)


How quickly can Anthem Blue Cross members in California schedule a therapy appointment?

Anthem Blue Cross adheres to California's standards for timely access to behavioral health care, aiming to schedule appointments with non-physician mental health care providers within approximately 10 business days for routine care and similar timeframes for substance use disorder services. (Anthem, 2023)


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How can Anthem Blue Cross of California members find therapists or counselors in their network?

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