Do mental health care clinicians in Alameda, California accept insurance?

Yes, most health insurance carriers in Alameda, California cover mental health care including psychotherapy and psychiatry. Calculating the exact amount of coverage will be based on the plan details and whether the selected mental health clinician is in-network or out-of-network. LifeStance is in-network with most insurance plans in California, so you’ll pay only a copay at each session after meeting your annual deductible. We work with Quest Behavioral HealthNorthwell DirectCurativeHealth Net-MedicareOptum, UnitedHealthcareAnthem Blue Cross-MedicareMedicareBlue Shield of CaliforniaOptum, UnitedHealthcare-MedicareAetna-MedicareAnthem Blue CrossAetnaDevoted Health Plan-MedicareBeaconPartners Direct HealthCentivoBeacon-MedicareCentral Health Plan of California-MedicareMediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)Magellan-CommercialKaiser Permanente (SoCal)Provider Network of America (PNOA)Magellan-MedicareBlue Shield of California-MedicareHealthSmartSana BenefitsTricare West (TriWest)Evernorth (Cigna)Sana Benefits-MedicareEvernorth (Cigna)-MedicareOptum, UnitedHealthcareHumana-MedicareTELUS Health (BHS)Health Net-MedicareAnthem Blue Cross-MedicareHealth NetKaiser Permanente (SoCal)-MedicareLakeside Medical (Regal Medical)-MedicareClaritev (MultiPlan PHCS)Health NetKaiser Permanente (NorCal)Anthem Blue CrossClaritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-MedicareLakeside Medical (Regal Medical)Blue Shield of CaliforniaMagellanKaiser Permanente (NorCal)-MedicareLucet (SCAN Health Plan)-MedicareOptum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare However, even in cases when a LifeStance provider is out-of-network with your insurance, you may still be able to receive reimbursement from your insurance company especially If you have a PPO or POS insurance plan. If you have an HMO, EPO, or Medicaid/Medicare plan that LifeStance is out of network with, you likely cannot receive a reimbursement and would be responsible for the full out-of-network session fee. Our mental health provider rates vary based on experience, we would be happy to assist you with clarifying the rate and finding you the right provider.

How can I make an appointment with a clinician in Alameda, California?

Once you have found a provider in Alameda, California you want to make an appointment with, you can proceed with booking an appointment online via a link on the provider’s profile or request a callback so our office will call you at the time that is convenient for you. This is especially important for new patients, as normally your provider will schedule your next appointment with you before the end of the session. If you are a new patient or want to schedule a session with another provider, the LifeStance scheduling specialist will go over your scheduling preferences and provider’s availability in-person or online. If your treatment involves scheduling appointments in group settings, our specialist will follow up with days and times with you over a phone call.

Find Mental Health Care in Alameda, California

Choose from approximately 5 LifeStance supported mental health clinicians that serve patients in Alameda, California. Our mental health clinicians see patients in 47 local offices in California and also provide online appointments throughout the state.

Ron Pilato, Psychologist

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5.22 miles away

Emeryville , CA

415-296-5292

1480 64th Street, Suite 150

415-296-5292

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Malaika Alert, Nurse Practitioner

Malaika Alert, PMHNP, helps adults find steadiness, clarity, and symptom relief through thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to their lives. Serving patients across California, she provides medication management that is collaborative, thorough, and grounded in respect for each individual’s goals, values, and lived experience. Malaika works with adults and seniors navigating concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, helping patients better understand their symptoms and make informed decisions about treatment. As a prescriber at LifeStance Health, Malaika focuses on building strong therapeutic partnerships that support long-term mental wellness. She treats adults ages 18 and older, including older adults, and has experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals and military members and veterans. Her approach integrates careful medication evaluation with mindfulness-informed strategies to promote emotional regulation, focus, and resilience. In addition to her primary areas of focus, she offers support for a range of other mental health conditions when clinically appropriate. Malaika is especially committed to helping adults manage complex mood and anxiety-related conditions with clarity and compassion. She understands how conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder can affect daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life, and she strives to provide care that is both clinically precise and genuinely supportive. Her goal is to help patients feel heard, empowered, and confident in their treatment plan. Outside of her clinical work, Malaika enjoys spending time with family, hiking, and reading as ways to recharge and maintain balance.

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5.22 miles away

Emeryville , CA

415-296-5292

1480 64th Street, Suite 150

415-296-5292

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Moremi Gravesandy Vassall, Psychiatrist

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5.22 miles away

Emeryville , CA

415-296-5292

1480 64th Street, Suite 150

415-296-5292

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Eugene Hightower, Psychologist

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5.22 miles away

Emeryville , CA

415-296-5292

1480 64th Street, Suite 150

415-296-5292

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Priscilla Beavers-Silva, Nurse Practitioner

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5.22 miles away

Emeryville , CA

415-296-5292

1480 64th Street, Suite 150

415-296-5292

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Terri King, Psychiatrist

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5.22 miles away

Emeryville , CA

415-296-5292

1480 64th Street, Suite 150

415-296-5292

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Jamie Lacsina, Psychiatrist

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5.22 miles away

Emeryville , CA

415-296-5292

1480 64th Street, Suite 150

415-296-5292

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Vivian Luong, Nurse Practitioner

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7.45 miles away

San Francisco , CA

415-409-0944

350 Sansome Street, Suite 630

415-409-0944

Burlingame , CA

415-504-3900

1720 El Camino Real, Suite 140

415-504-3900

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Raymond Moczulski, Psychiatrist

Dr. Raymond Moczulski, MD, helps adults stabilize symptoms, regain clarity, and move forward with confidence through thoughtful psychiatric care and medication management. Serving patients across California, he partners with individuals seeking relief from complex mental health concerns by offering careful evaluation, evidence-based prescribing, and ongoing support through LifeStance Health. He works with adults and seniors, including young adults navigating early adulthood and older adults facing later-life transitions. A central focus of Dr. Moczulski’s work is supporting individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. He understands how critical this transition period can be and prioritizes continuity of care, medication stabilization, and relapse prevention. By collaborating closely with patients during this vulnerable time, he helps reduce the risk of rehospitalization while supporting a steady return to daily life, work, and relationships. Dr. Moczulski specializes in treating conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety, while also addressing co-occurring alcohol and drug use issues through medication management. His approach is especially attuned to patients managing complex psychiatric symptoms alongside medical conditions or significant life transitions. In addition to these core areas, he offers care for a broad range of psychiatric concerns and provides additional treatment options as clinically appropriate. His work integrates medication management with select therapeutic frameworks, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and faith-based approaches when aligned with a patient’s values. He has experience working with diverse populations beyond men and women, including first responders, military members and veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals, and brings decades of clinical perspective to each patient relationship. Outside of clinical practice, Dr. Moczulski enjoys long walks and companionship with his English mastiff, reading mystery and thriller novels, and watching live sporting events.

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7.45 miles away

San Francisco , CA

415-409-0944

350 Sansome Street, Suite 630

415-409-0944

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J Innocenti, Nurse Practitioner

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7.45 miles away

San Francisco , CA

415-409-0944

350 Sansome Street, Suite 630

415-409-0944

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Rebecca Wu, Nurse Practitioner

Rebecca Wu, PMHNP, is dedicated to helping adults across California navigate their mental health challenges with empathy and expertise. A highly qualified provider, Rebecca earned her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Pennsylvania. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She provides a patient-centered, nonjudgmental approach that empowers clients to take an active role in their healing journey. With a focus on creating a safe and inclusive space, Rebecca ensures her clients feel heard, respected, and supported as they work toward their mental wellness goals. Offering services such as medication management, she supports clients in addressing anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, tailoring her care to meet individual needs and priorities. Rebecca is particularly passionate about providing culturally competent care to clients from immigrant family backgrounds. She deeply understands the impact of cultural and familial experiences on mental health and strives to honor the unique perspectives of each client. Whether addressing challenges related to identity, intergenerational dynamics, or the stress of adapting to new environments, Rebecca is committed to creating a therapeutic space that respects and validates her clients’ lived experiences. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and problem-solving, allowing clients to find realistic and achievable solutions to their challenges. Rebecca also works closely with the LGBTQ+ community and others seeking affirming and inclusive care, ensuring that all individuals feel valued and understood in their therapy journey. When she’s not supporting her clients, Rebecca enjoys rock climbing, exploring farmer’s markets, and discovering free food events around the city. These activities reflect her appreciation for balance and connection, values she incorporates into her practice.

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7.45 miles away

San Francisco , CA

415-409-0944

350 Sansome Street, Suite 630

415-409-0944

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Salome Dineros, Psychologist

Salome Dineros, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist at LifeStance Health who helps adults in California navigate life’s challenges through a supportive, personalized, and evidence-based approach to care. She provides individual, couples, and family therapy to adults and seniors, using techniques grounded in clinical research and tailored to each person’s needs. Whether working with patients facing anxiety, depression, or relational conflict, Dr. Dineros blends empathy and expertise to foster meaningful and lasting change. Dr. Dineros specializes in helping individuals through later life and midlife transitions, supporting clients as they navigate identity shifts, loss, aging, and evolving roles in family and society. She brings a deep understanding of the emotional and psychological impacts these transitions can bring, using an interpersonal psychotherapy framework enriched by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based practices. Her collaborative style encourages insight, self-empowerment, and resilience. She is especially passionate about working with women, including those facing complex issues related to trauma, grief, caregiving, and career-life balance. Dr. Dineros also has experience supporting individuals involved in the adoption and foster care system, as well as those with Autism Spectrum Disorders. She integrates a warm, compassionate approach with structured therapeutic techniques to meet the unique needs of each individual or family she serves. In addition to her core areas of focus, she offers support for bipolar disorder, PTSD, and couples issues, with additional expertise across a range of mental health conditions. Outside of her professional life, Dr. Dineros finds joy in interior design, poetry writing, traveling, hiking, dancing, and exploring the world of sports and horticulture. These personal passions reflect her appreciation for creativity, movement, and connection—values she weaves into her clinical work.

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7.45 miles away

San Francisco , CA

415-409-0944

350 Sansome Street, Suite 630

415-409-0944

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Our Top Rated Mental Health Clinicians Serve the San Francisco Metropolitan Area

Berkeley, Hayward, Oakland, San Leandro

Our Mental Health Serve the Following San Francisco Metropolitan Area Neighborhoods:

Alameda, California, is home to several distinct neighborhoods. These include Bay Farm Island, which offers waterfront living and a suburban feel. West End is known for its historic architecture and tree-lined streets. Fernside is a family-friendly neighborhood with parks and schools. Gold Coast boasts beautiful Victorian homes and a close-knit community. East End offers a mix of residential and commercial areas, with easy access to amenities and transportation.

FAQs about how to find a clinician in Alameda, California

Find a provider near you in Alameda, California on LifeStance. To find your perfect match use filters like insurance accepted, therapy specialty, and provider identity. Mental health care clinicians on LifeStance are highly rated and vetted for their extensive experience treating individual adults, children and adolescents, as well as couples and families. They offer both in-person and telehealth care.

Yes, most health insurance carriers in Alameda, California cover mental health care including psychotherapy and psychiatry. Calculating the exact amount of coverage will be based on the plan details and whether the selected mental health clinician is in-network or out-of-network. LifeStance is in-network with most insurance plans in California, so you’ll pay only a copay at each session after meeting your annual deductible.

We work with

Quest Behavioral Health
Northwell Direct
Curative
⁠Health Net-Medicare
Optum, UnitedHealthcare
Anthem Blue Cross-Medicare
Medicare
Blue Shield of California
Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare
Aetna-Medicare
Anthem Blue Cross
Aetna
Devoted Health Plan-Medicare
Beacon
Partners Direct Health
Centivo
Beacon-Medicare
Central Health Plan of California-Medicare
MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
⁠Magellan-Commercial
Kaiser Permanente (SoCal)
Provider Network of America (PNOA)
⁠Magellan-Medicare
Blue Shield of California-Medicare
HealthSmart
Sana Benefits
Tricare West (TriWest)
Evernorth (Cigna)
Sana Benefits-Medicare
Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
Optum, UnitedHealthcare
Humana-Medicare
TELUS Health (BHS)
Health Net-Medicare
Anthem Blue Cross-Medicare
Health Net
Kaiser Permanente (SoCal)-Medicare
Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)-Medicare
Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
Health Net
Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
Anthem Blue Cross
Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
Blue Shield of California
Magellan
Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)-Medicare
Lucet (SCAN Health Plan)-Medicare
Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare

However, even in cases when a LifeStance provider is out-of-network with your insurance, you may still be able to receive reimbursement from your insurance company especially If you have a PPO or POS insurance plan. If you have an HMO, EPO, or Medicaid/Medicare plan that LifeStance is out of network with, you likely cannot receive a reimbursement and would be responsible for the full out-of-network session fee. Our mental health provider rates vary based on experience, we would be happy to assist you with clarifying the rate and finding you the right provider.