Online Therapists and Prescribers Licensed in California

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in California. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
About finding online care in this state

In California, the challenge is not always finding a therapist nearby. Sometimes it is finding the right fit in a state where traffic, long drives, and regional differences can make care harder to access than it may seem. This page helps you browse California-licensed providers who offer online care, so you can compare options in one place and focus on the kind of support that feels right for you.

Use the filters to narrow your search by specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and type of service, including therapy and medication management. You can also compare payment options, such as in network benefits, out of network reimbursement with a superbill when available, and self pay.

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Krishana Overstreet

Mapping Resilience Therapy Center

LCSW

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia
“I work with children from age 7, teens, adults, couples and families who are tired of being misunderstood instead of supported. A lot of my clients carry complex trauma or PTSD, and many are also autistic, ADHD, or living with a serious mental illness like bipolar disorder or psychosis. Some were identified late, after a burnout that took every coping strategy with it. Many are BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, disabled, or living rural, where the nearest therapist who works with trauma is hours away and probably doesn’t take your insurance. If you’ve tried therapy before and left feeling managed rather than heard, you’re the person I built this practice for. You don’t need a diagnosis, the right words, or a tidy version of the story to start.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Clinical Supervision, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Adoption · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Bipolar Disorder · Burnout · Caregiver Support · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Dissociative Disorders · Domestic Abuse · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Gender Identity · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Mood Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Perfectionism · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Psychosis · Relationship Issues · Serious Mental Illness · Sexual Abuse · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Alan Jacobson

Foresight Psychology, PLLC

Psy.D.

Licensed In:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Many of my clients are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD or executive-functioning difficulties, life transitions, relationship concerns, or questions involving identity, purpose, and personal growth. I also work with college students, young adults, athletes, executives, and other professionals seeking improved resilience, focus, confidence, and performance under pressure. My clients are often thoughtful, motivated, and looking to better understand themselves and find greater purpose as they make meaningful changes in their lives. Many of the individuals I work with are high-functioning on the outside, but privately struggling with stress, self-doubt, or feeling stuck. I frequently work with those who are driven and capable, yet find themselves dealing with burnout, perfectionism, or difficulty sustaining focus and momentum. These individuals often want not just symptom relief, but a deeper understanding of how to perform—and live—at their best.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Executive Coaching · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Relationship Issues
Emma Eskander

Eskander Family Therapy

LMFT

Licensed In:
California
“I work with teens and adults who are ready for something to change. Often, people start therapy because anxiety or trauma are intruding and making it hard to live life the way they want to: things like panic, fear, avoidance, or emotional overwhelm are getting in the way of connecting and experiencing life to the fullest. My clients are insightful, purposeful, and inspiring. I feel so honored to hear others' stories and walk alongside my clients as they seek healing! Therapy is vulnerable work, and it takes bravery to step into it.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Perfectionism · Phobias · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Licensed In:
California
“Anand Mehta, LMFT, serves as the Executive Director for AMFM Mental Health Treatment in the San Diego region. He is responsible for the clinical and operational leadership of the San Diego programs, ensuring that the facility provides an environment conducive to deep healing and personal growth for all residents. With over 10 years of clinical experience, Anand is highly skilled in a variety of evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR & CPT. This diverse therapeutic background allows him to guide his team in providing highly individualized care that addresses the root causes of mental health challenges. Anand’s professional philosophy is centered on client empowerment and the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based care. He is a strong advocate for his clients, ensuring that the San Diego programs reflect AMFM Mental Health Treatment’s broader mission of fostering recovery through expert clinical intervention.”
Services:
Family Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Burnout · Depression · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Mood Disorders · Panic · Personality Disorders · Psychosis · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Cristina Bautista

Talkology

Psy. D., LMFT

Licensed In:
California, Florida, Texas
“I provided effective psychotherapy for a wide range of mental health concerns, offering a supportive and neutral space for children, adolescents, individuals, families, and couples.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Adoption · Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) · Burnout · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Dementia · Depression · Disability · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Executive Coaching · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Hoarding · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Perfectionism · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Substance Use · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) · Weight Loss · Women’s Mental Health
olajumoke Adeyemi

Vineyard Nursing and Behavioral Health Services

APRN PMHNP-BC

Licensed In:
California
“I support clients facing ADHD , anxiety, depression, Bipolar , PTSD , Adjustment issues , peripartum and postpartum depression, Premenstrual dysphoria and perimenopause. In our early session, we explore your symptoms, history , and patterns to build a personalized plan. Many Clients notice improved clarity and mood within weeks. We will adjust our approach for consistent progress”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Medication Management, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health
Reid Kessler

Coastal Therapy Group

PsyD

Licensed In:
California
“Adults, adolescents, and children navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and identity development. I work with individuals who may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, as well as those seeking deeper self-understanding and more meaningful relationships. My practice includes clients with a history of trauma, body image concerns, and long-standing emotional patterns that impact daily life. I also work with parents and families looking to better understand and support their children. Clients who are curious, reflective, or open to exploring their inner world often find this work especially valuable.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Codependency · Depression · Grief · Men’s Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality
Dr. Michael Grey

Grey Insight

PsyD, LMFT

Licensed In:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Vermont, Virginia
“I am a BIPOC Queer provider who works with other BIPOC Folx, at the intersection of Trauma and Sex. I work with the LGBTQ+ Kinky Folk, Adult Content Creators, & Sex Workers. I work with couples who are looking for support navigating diverse sexual relationships such as poly and non-monogamy. Those that use substance or engage in chem-sex from a harm reduction model. Visit my website to learn more. Can’t wait to meet you.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Consensual Non-Monogamy · Men’s Mental Health · Out-of-Control Sexual Behavior · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Sexual Abuse · Substance Use
Licensed In:
California
“I work with adults who appear to be functioning on the outside while privately struggling with anxiety, overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns. Many clients are used to pushing through life while feeling emotionally drained, disconnected, or constantly on edge internally. I also work with individuals navigating long-standing family dynamics, people pleasing, perfectionism, emotional shutdown, and nervous system overwhelm rooted in chronic stress or past experiences. Therapy can help you better understand the patterns underneath what you are experiencing, strengthen emotional regulation, and create more sustainable ways of coping and relating to yourself.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Burnout · Depression · Dissociative Disorders · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Robyn Sheiniuk

Restorative Counseling Centet

LCSW

Licensed In:
California, Florida
“You’re the one people rely on. You’re capable, responsible, and usually the strong one—but lately you feel overwhelmed inside. You may be carrying trauma, complicated grief, a cancer diagnosis, or the cumulative weight of chronic stress. On the outside you look composed; on the inside you feel anxious, exhausted, disconnected, or stuck. You’re thoughtful and self-aware, and you want more than quick fixes. You’re looking for a steady, compassionate space to process what you’ve been through, make sense of your emotions, rebuild resilience, and move forward with clarity, strength, and self-trust.”
Services:
Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Amita Ghosh LPCC

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

LPCC

Licensed In:
California, Kentucky, Ohio, Texas
“Highly successful yet stressed and has self-doubt. Struggles with interpersonal relationships. Possibly neurodivergent. Wants to challenge self to be better and get to the next level. Between the ages of 30 and 45.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Medication Management
Specialties:
Anxiety · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Jill Rice

Jill Rice, LCSW

LCSW

Licensed In:
California
“I’m a therapist in Sherman Oaks, CA and I work with young adults (ages 18–28) who are navigating college, work, identity development, and the challenges of “adulting.” I provide warm, direct, and neurodivergent-affirming therapy for people dealing with ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and general mental health concerns.”
Services:
Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Burnout · Depression · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Life Transitions · Self Esteem

Finding online care in California

For many people, online therapy in California offers more flexibility and a wider range of choices. It can make it easier to look beyond the nearest office and focus on the kind of support you actually want, whether you are looking for help with trauma, anxiety, relationships, parenting stress, burnout, neurodivergence, or care for a child or teen. Remote care can also save time in a state where getting across town may take longer than expected and where the right specialist may be in another city or region.

Online care can be especially practical in California because everyday logistics are not always simple. In major metro areas, traffic, parking, and long commutes can make in person appointments harder to keep, while in other parts of the state the challenge may be distance or limited local specialty care. Wildfire season, regional weather, work travel, and school schedules can also affect how easy it is to stay consistent with appointments. The resources below can help you verify licenses, review crisis supports, and explore public mental health options if you need a lower cost place to start.

Online therapy in California: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in California?

Because California is so large, it often helps to start with your non-negotiables instead of your ZIP code. You can filter by specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you are looking for therapy or medication management. Then spend a little time with the profiles. Look for clues about the provider’s style, experience, and availability, and notice who feels like they may understand what you want help with. Reaching out to a few good options can make it easier to compare fit before you commit.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

Beyond confirming that the therapist can see clients in California, it can be helpful to ask what kinds of concerns they work with most often, what early sessions usually feel like, and how they approach treatment. You may also want to ask about cost, insurance, scheduling, and whether they offer a consultation. The first conversation does not need to tell you everything, but it should help you get a sense of whether you feel comfortable, understood, and interested in working with them.

Does my online therapist have to live in California, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Not necessarily. A therapist may live in California or somewhere else. What matters more is whether they are authorized to work with clients who are physically in California during the session. If you travel out of state, your therapist may or may not be able to continue seeing you while you are away, since that can depend on the rules of the state where you are located at the time. If travel is likely to be part of your routine, it is worth discussing that before you begin, and our find a therapist licensed in multiple states page may also help.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in California?

Depending on the provider, you may find individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and testing and evaluations. The right option depends on what kind of support you want and what each provider offers through telehealth.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. You can use the Services Provided filter to look for prescribers. Medication management is different from online therapy. Therapy is usually focused on talking through what you are experiencing, building insight, learning coping tools, and working toward change over time. Medication management focuses on whether medication may help, starting or adjusting prescriptions, and checking how the medication is working and whether there are side effects. Some practices offer one or the other, and some offer both.

Some medications can be started or managed through telehealth, but the process may look a little different depending on the medication. In California, online prescribing is still expected to be thoughtful and thorough. For certain controlled medications, there may be additional regulations. That is why it helps to ask whether your specific medication can be handled fully online.

Where can I start if I need lower cost or public mental health support in California?

In California, county systems are often the front door for public mental health care. The Department of Health Care Services directs people seeking non-crisis mental health services or information to their County Mental Health Department, and its County Mental Health Plan contact list can help you find the right county contact. For crisis support, California 988 is available statewide, and 211 California can help connect you with local services.

How do I verify a therapist or prescriber’s California license?

Use the official board lookup tools. For LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs, the Board of Behavioral Sciences directs consumers to the DCA License Search. Psychologists can be checked through the Board of Psychology, physicians through the Medical Board of California, and nursing licenses through the Board of Registered Nursing.

Does insurance cover online therapy in California, and how does payment usually work?

Often, yes. Many California plans cover online therapy. In California, if your plan covers a therapy visit in person, it generally cannot refuse to cover that same service just because it happens online. Your copay or coinsurance also should not be higher for a telehealth visit than it would be for the same appointment in person. It still helps to check whether the therapist is in network and what your plan will charge for each session. Many people compare three common payment options: using in-network benefits, paying out of pocket and requesting possible out-of-network reimbursement with a superbill if the practice offers one, or choosing self pay. Before the first appointment, ask about session fees, billing timing, and cancellation policy.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

For most online therapy appointments, it is best to meet from a secure location with privacy and a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is usually ideal, though a phone or tablet may also work depending on the provider and platform. Most sessions happen by video, but depending on the provider and service, phone calls, texting, secure messaging, or email may also be part of telehealth or follow-up communication. Many providers also have their own policies about where sessions can take place, so it is best to check ahead of time if privacy or location may be an issue.

Are there scheduling, travel, or weather issues in California that can make online therapy especially practical?

Yes, but the reasons can look different depending on where you live. In some parts of California, online therapy helps people avoid long commutes and packed schedules. In others, it opens up more options when local providers are limited. Seasonal weather related issues such as wildfires, smoke, extreme heat, storms, flooding, or power outages can make it harder to keep in-person appointments. All of that can make online care easier to keep up with.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, need a higher level of care, or do not have a private place for sessions. In those situations, in-person care or local crisis services may be a better fit. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call or text 988 right away. California’s 988 program says support is available by call, text, or chat.

California mental health resources

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

24/7 support by call, text, or chat for people in distress or worried about someone else.

California Department of Health Care Services

State information on behavioral health programs and services, including how to access support.

CalHOPE

Free emotional support resources for Californians, including warm line support and coaching tools.

NAMI California

Education, advocacy, and support resources for individuals and families.

California Board of Behavioral Sciences

License lookup and regulations for LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, and LEP professionals.

California Board of Psychology

License verification and consumer information for psychologists in California.

Medical Board of California

Physician license lookup and consumer resources.

California Board of Registered Nursing

License verification for nurses and nurse practitioners.

California Physician Assistant Board (PAB)

Licensing and regulatory board for physician assistants in California. Use this site for license verification, applications and renewals, complaints, and the Physician Assistant Practice Act and regulations.

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Need urgent support? Therapy Expanded is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you need urgent mental health, suicide, domestic violence, substance use, or LGBTQIA+ support, visit our crisis and mental health resources page.