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Deciding to see a therapist may have been difficult, but finding one who accepts your insurance may be even more challenging. And while you’re trying to cope with your own mental and emotional issues, dealing with insurance issues may be the last thing you want to do.

At Mental Health Match, we specialize in matching people to therapists near you who accept or are in-network with Optum.

Whether you are located in downtown Oakland, Adams Point, Bushrod, Eastmont, or even Fairview Park, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Does Your Insurance Cover Therapy?

Before you start therapy, the first thing you should do is verify your outpatient Optum therapy coverage. If your plan doesn’t cover behavioral health therapy, they won’t pay; it may surprise you how many plans don’t include therapist insurance coverage.

To determine what your plan covers, you can call the customer service number on your insurance card. Once you know for sure that your insurance will cover outpatient behavioral health, leave it to us to help you find a therapist who accepts Optum plans.

If you would like to learn more about how to use insurance to cover therapy, check out our FAQ about how to pay for therapy.

Find a Therapist Near You Who Accepts Optum Therapy Coverage

Instead of Googling “therapists that take my insurance” and sifting through tons of results to no avail, allow us to help. After all, the longer you spend trying to figure out how to pay for therapy, the longer your treatment may be delayed.

With Mental Health Match, finding a qualified therapist near you who takes Optum therapy coverage is easy! Start by browsing in-network experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

Oakland, CA Therapists In-Network with Optum - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

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Jessica Rivas
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The journey may be difficult, and sometimes, even a little uncomfortable but I am here to collaborate with you and support you through the entire process.


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The journey may be difficult, and sometimes, even a little uncomfortable but I am here to collaborate with you and support you through the entire process.

Something to know about my approach is:

As your counselor, I will work with you to help you identify the negative patterns and behaviors that may be impacting your life, and together we can help you achieve the changes and/or the healing you desire.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism in Adults
  • Autism-Related Challenges
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Families with Autism-related challenges
  • LGBTQ+
  • Trauma
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Stacey Georgiou
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I believe we are all resilient and can overcome obstacles to achieve the fulfillment we wish for ourselves. By searching this site, you have already taken the hardest step in this process which is to actively seek relief.


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I believe we are all resilient and can overcome obstacles to achieve the fulfillment we wish for ourselves. By searching this site, you have already taken the hardest step in this process which is to actively seek relief.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach utilizes several evidence-based therapies and interventions from a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic-based therapy, Trauma-Induced therapy, Strength-Based therapy, Solution Focused

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abuse
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Chronic Fear
  • Chronic Illness
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Food and Eating Concerns
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Racism
  • Refugees
  • Self-Awareness
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Veterans/Military Families
  • Weight Management
  • Women
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Paula Maness
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I want to work with you on what lies underneath. Symptoms and behaviors didn't appear in a vacuum but were developed over a long period of time and within the structure of who you are, what you believe, and what you aspire to become.


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I want to work with you on what lies underneath. Symptoms and behaviors didn't appear in a vacuum but were developed over a long period of time and within the structure of who you are, what you believe, and what you aspire to become.

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I believe that learning to laugh at ourselves is one of the greatest skills we can acquire. We often harshly judge ourselves and others needlessly ultimately causing us grief, pain and loneliness

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anger
  • Attachment Issues
  • Complex Trauma
  • Depression
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Geriatric
  • Vicarious Trauma
  • Violence
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Michelle Magee-Lopez
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Explore and process issues/emotions related to client symptoms.


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Explore and process issues/emotions related to client symptoms.

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I have a laid-back conversational approach when it comes to therapeutic intervention.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Trauma
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VERONICA IBARRA
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find the coping tools to help you navigate life's challenges. I want to be able to provide an open and safe space for you to identify what is keeping you stuck or stagnant. The goal is to be happy and your true self.


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find the coping tools to help you navigate life's challenges. I want to be able to provide an open and safe space for you to identify what is keeping you stuck or stagnant. The goal is to be happy and your true self.

Something to know about my approach is:

I have experience in working with client concerns such as anxiety, depression, empowerment, self-esteem issues, parenting, and trauma. As a fluent Spanish speaker, I bring enthusiasm to supporting my clients.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Confidence
  • Coping Skills
  • COVID-Related Stress and Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Friendships
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Life Transitions
  • School Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Women
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VERONICA IBARRA remote and phone therapy in California, Nevada