Best Counseling Psychologist in Santa Cruz
Finding the right counseling psychologist in Santa Cruz means weighing insurance coverage, distance, and bedside manner. The metro has a growing bench of counseling psychologist — 9 counseling psychologist are listed below.
9 counseling psychologist in Santa Cruz
Susan Jane Gulbe Walsh, PHD
4.5Susan Jane Gulbe Walsh · Counseling Psychologist
1156 High St(831) 459-2377Maryjan Murphy, PHD
4.5Maryjan Murphy · Counseling Psychologist
1156 High Street, Counseling And Psychological Services(831) 459-2120Behavioral Health Care, Inc..
4.5Behavioral Health Care, Inc.. · Counseling Psychologist
1663 Dominican Way(831) 464-5800Rebecca Noel Dark, LMFT
4.5Rebecca Noel Dark · Counseling Psychologist
550 Water St Suite F2(831) 222-0408Scott Vernon Malon, PHD
4.5Scott Vernon Malon · Counseling Psychologist
815 Riverside Ave Apt 2(831) 426-3361Emilie Elizabeth Cate, PHD
4.5Emilie Elizabeth Cate · Counseling Psychologist
1156 High Street(831) 459-2628
Counseling Psychologist in Santa Cruz by insurance
These providers list this insurance as accepted, but coverage should be confirmed directly with the provider before booking.
Counseling Psychologist in nearby cities
Same specialty in cities near Santa Cruz — useful if your insurance network extends across the metro.
About finding a counseling psychologist in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has counseling psychologist practicing across hospital systems, group practices, and independent clinics. When choosing a counseling psychologist in Santa Cruz, the three factors most patients care about are: insurance acceptance, distance from home or work, and patient reviews. Heallexa shows all three on every listing so you can compare without clicking back and forth.
Many Santa Cruz counseling psychologist list major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. Listings reflect what providers have indicated they accept — always confirm in-network status directly with the office before booking. Out-of-network visits can cost 3–5× more than in-network ones.
Common questions about counseling psychologist in Santa Cruz
How much does a visit to a counseling psychologist cost in Santa Cruz?+
In-network counseling psychologist in Santa Cruz typically run $120–$300 for an initial visit before insurance. Out-of-network rates can be 3–5× higher. Use the insurance filter above to see Santa Cruz counseling psychologist who list your specific plan, and confirm acceptance directly with the office before booking.
Are Santa Cruz counseling psychologist accepting new patients?+
Most Santa Cruz listings indicate new-patient status on the profile. Wait times vary by specialty and insurance; calling the office directly is the fastest way to confirm same-week availability.
Which insurance plans do Santa Cruz counseling psychologist list?+
Major plans in include Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. Listings show plans the provider has indicated they accept — always confirm in-network status directly with the office before your appointment.
Do I need a referral to see a counseling psychologist in Santa Cruz?+
Most PPO plans in allow direct booking. HMO and many Medicare Advantage plans require a primary-care referral first. Confirm with your insurer or the office before booking.