Therapists accepting UnitedHealthCare (UHC) in California

Below you’ll find a list of therapists in California who accept United Healthcare insurance, and are available for online and in-person therapy sessions. You can review each therapist’s profile page to decide if they’re right for you, and then easily book an appointment. 

Seeing a Therapist Who Accepts United Healthcare (UHC)

United Healthcare (UHC) therapists, psychologists, and counselors are available for in-person appointments and video therapy sessions. 

Therapy with an in-network United Healthcare counselor may cost no more than your copay, which typically ranges from $0 to $50. Some United Healthcare plans may require you to pay coinsurance instead of a copay, which means you’ll cover a certain percentage of the therapist’s fees out-of-pocket. 

You may have to pay the therapist’s full rate if you haven’t met your annual deductible with United Healthcare, even if the therapist is an in-network provider.

Depending on your United Healthcare insurance plan, there may be restrictions on the types of therapy services covered (e.g. couples counseling, grief counseling, psychological testing). Additionally, some plans may require you to get a referral from your primary care physician.

To check the specific costs and coverage details associated with your Optum health insurance plan, give them a call at (800) 444-6222 or visit the United Healthcare website to review your behavioral health benefits online. 

Finding Psychologists, Therapists, and Counselors in California

Finding a therapist in California may be easier in the city of Los Angeles. Online therapy may be your best option if you live in more rural areas or if a therapist with a particular specialty is not located near you

Out of pocket costs for therapy in California will be between $110 - $150+ per session. For couples counseling and family therapy, costs are around $120 - $175+ per session. First appointments with a therapist tend to be a little longer and may cost a little more. Also, it’s important to note that specialized services can cost more.

There are over 58,500 therapists in the State of California with licenses, including Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Psychologists (Ph.D. and Psy.D.).

If you think you might qualify for free or reduced-cost services from the state, take a look at the DMHC website and/or see if you qualify for Medi-Cal.

Licensed clinicians (and even interns) are held to strict practice guidelines to protect clients. If you’d like to learn more about identifying and reporting misconduct, learn more here.

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  • Headshot of Lien Lac Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
    Headshot of Lien Lac Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

    Lien Lac

    LMFT

    Verified
    Accepting New ClientsNot Accepting New ClientsAccepts InsuranceAccepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Anger management
    • Eating disorders
    • Coping Skills

    General Office Hours

    In Eastern Time

    Mondayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Tuesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Wednesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Thursdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Fridayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Saturdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Sundayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Accepting New ClientsTherapist Accepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Anger management
    • Eating disorders
    • Coping Skills
  • Headshot of Min Cen PMHNP
    Headshot of Min Cen PMHNP

    Min Cen

    PMHNP

    Verified
    Accepting New ClientsNot Accepting New ClientsAccepts InsuranceAccepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Adolescent mental health
    • Anger management
    • Bipolar disorder

    General Office Hours

    In Eastern Time

    Mondayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Tuesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Wednesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Thursdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Fridayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Saturdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Sundayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Accepting New ClientsTherapist Accepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Adolescent mental health
    • Anger management
    • Bipolar disorder

Complete a BetterHelp questionnaire to get matched with a therapist. Online therapy starting at $60 per week.

Choosing Therapy has partnered with BetterHelp to expand access to therapy and receives compensation for referrals.

  • Headshot of Cecilia Vasquez Licensed Clinical Social Worker
    Headshot of Cecilia Vasquez Licensed Clinical Social Worker

    Cecilia Vasquez

    LCSW

    Verified
    Accepting New ClientsNot Accepting New ClientsAccepts InsuranceAccepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Anxiety
    • Careers
    • ADHD
    • Anger management
    • Coping Skills

    General Office Hours

    In Eastern Time

    Mondayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Tuesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Wednesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Thursdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Fridayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Saturdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Sundayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Accepting New ClientsTherapist Accepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Anxiety
    • Careers
    • ADHD
    • Anger management
    • Coping Skills
  • Headshot of Wade Denes Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
    Headshot of Wade Denes Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

    Wade Denes

    LMFT

    Verified
    Accepting New ClientsNot Accepting New ClientsAccepts InsuranceAccepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Anxiety
    • Addiction
    • Bipolar disorder
    • Coping Skills
    • Couples

    General Office Hours

    In Eastern Time

    Mondayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Tuesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Wednesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Thursdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Fridayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Saturdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Sundayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Accepting New ClientsTherapist Accepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Anxiety
    • Addiction
    • Bipolar disorder
    • Coping Skills
    • Couples
  • Headshot of Betina Wofford-Gilmore Licensed Clinical Social Worker
    Headshot of Betina Wofford-Gilmore Licensed Clinical Social Worker

    Betina Wofford-Gilmore

    LCSW

    Verified
    Accepting New ClientsNot Accepting New ClientsAccepts InsuranceAccepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Anxiety
    • Careers
    • ADHD
    • Addiction
    • Coping Skills

    General Office Hours

    In Eastern Time

    Mondayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Tuesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Wednesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Thursdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Fridayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Saturdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Sundayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Accepting New ClientsTherapist Accepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Anxiety
    • Careers
    • ADHD
    • Addiction
    • Coping Skills
  • Headshot of Halima Lawal PMHNP
    Headshot of Halima Lawal PMHNP

    Halima Lawal

    PMHNP

    Verified
    Accepting New ClientsNot Accepting New ClientsAccepts InsuranceAccepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • ADHD
    • Addiction
    • Bipolar disorder

    General Office Hours

    In Eastern Time

    Mondayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Tuesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Wednesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Thursdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Fridayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Saturdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Sundayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Accepting New ClientsTherapist Accepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • ADHD
    • Addiction
    • Bipolar disorder
  • Headshot of Miranda Duncan Licensed Clinical Social Worker
    Headshot of Miranda Duncan Licensed Clinical Social Worker

    Miranda Duncan

    LCSW

    Verified
    Accepting New ClientsNot Accepting New ClientsAccepts InsuranceAccepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Family issues
    • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    • Coping Skills

    General Office Hours

    In Eastern Time

    Mondayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Tuesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Wednesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Thursdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Fridayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Saturdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Sundayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Accepting New ClientsTherapist Accepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Family issues
    • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    • Coping Skills
  • Headshot of Joshua Obaroh PMHNP
    Headshot of Joshua Obaroh PMHNP

    Joshua Obaroh

    PMHNP

    Verified
    Accepting New ClientsNot Accepting New ClientsAccepts InsuranceAccepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • ADHD
    • Adolescent mental health
    • Bipolar disorder

    General Office Hours

    In Eastern Time

    Mondayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Tuesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Wednesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Thursdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Fridayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Saturdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Sundayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Accepting New ClientsTherapist Accepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • ADHD
    • Adolescent mental health
    • Bipolar disorder

Complete a BetterHelp questionnaire to get matched with a therapist. Online therapy starting at $60 per week.

Choosing Therapy has partnered with BetterHelp to expand access to therapy and receives compensation for referrals.

  • Headshot of Alisa Kim Licensed Clinical Social Worker
    Headshot of Alisa Kim Licensed Clinical Social Worker

    Alisa Kim

    LCSW

    Verified
    Accepting New ClientsNot Accepting New ClientsAccepts InsuranceAccepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Anxiety
    • ADHD
    • Addiction
    • Anger management
    • Bipolar disorder

    General Office Hours

    In Eastern Time

    Mondayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Tuesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Wednesdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Thursdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Fridayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Saturdayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Sundayfrom 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM
    Accepting New ClientsTherapist Accepts Insurance

    Specializing in:

    • Anxiety
    • ADHD
    • Addiction
    • Anger management
    • Bipolar disorder
  • Headshot of Amy VanBecelaere Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor