Cierria Leyazhie - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Cierria

Hello, I'm Cierria Leyazhié or you may call me Apache, and I believe birth is one of God’s most beautiful and sacred calls. My passion is supporting mothers not just through the physical act of labor, but through the profound spiritual and energetic transformation it demands. My approach is built on three distinct pillars: Pillar 1: Christ-Centered Care & Hypnobirthing: I equip you with Scriptural affirmations, prayerful grounding techniques, and Christian Hypnobirthing methods—helping you replace fear and tension with profound relaxation and faith, working toward a gentler, less painful birth experience. Pillar 2: Ayurvedic Wisdom & Doula Training: My commitment to holistic health is backed by rigorous education from the Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCUHS), where I earned certifications as an Ayurvedic Wellness Educator and Ayurvedic Health Practitioner. I then completed my full-spectrum doula training with the Sankofa Birthing Collective. I guide mothers toward balanced health, focusing heavily on Vata-pacifying principles—the ancient practice of using warmth, nourishment, and deep rest for true physical and nervous system recovery during the crucial 42-day postpartum period. Pillar 3: Advanced Lactation & Education: As a Certified Lactation Educator who is actively working to complete requirements to become an IBCLC, I provide high-level, up-to-date, evidence-based childbirth and feeding education, ensuring you have the practical tools and specialized knowledge necessary for an empowered birth and a successful breastfeeding start. Whether through Ayurvedic food guidance, gentle herbal recommendations, or prayerful presence, I am here to help you experience a birth that is peaceful, powerful, and deeply honoring of your body and your faith. A Holistic Approach to Your Fourth Trimester Whether it is through preparing Ayurvedic "warm-natured" meals, providing gentle herbal recommendations, or offering a prayerful presence, I am here to ensure your postpartum period is a time of deep rest rather than depletion. I am dedicated to helping you experience a birth and recovery that is peaceful, powerful, and deeply honoring of your body and your faith.

Availability

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Due Oct 2026 – Sep 2027

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Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

The Anchor & Ojas Journey (Foundational Support)

A balanced package focused on spiritual grounding and building vitality. Prenatal Support (2-4 Sessions): ●Spiritual Anchor: One dedicated session focused on faith-based birth preparation, prayer requests, scripture for peace, and addressing emotional fears. ●Ayurvedic Introduction: Initial Dosha assessment and foundational guidance on diet, lifestyle, and movement to begin building Ojas (vitality). ●Birth Planning: Comprehensive planning covering comfort measures, informed consent, and partner support. Birth Support (Full Labor & Delivery): ●Continuous physical, emotional, and spiritual support during labor. ●Integration of Ayurvedic comfort measures (e.g., Marma point counter-pressure, heat application, grounding Vata techniques). ●Immediate assistance with the first latch post-birth. Postpartum Support (2 Session, 2 Hours): ●Lactation: Hands-on assessment of early feeding and troubleshooting common latch or positioning issues. ●Nourishment Plan: A simple postpartum Ayurvedic food guide focused on warm, easily digestible foods for initial recovery. ●Emotional Processing: A peaceful time for processing the birth experience.

$3,000 USD · Flat rate

The Sacred Window Restoration (Postpartum Specialization)

A highly specialized package focused on deep Ayurvedic recovery and expert feeding success. Prenatal Support (2-4 Sessions): ●Focus on Recovery: Sessions geared toward planning the Sacred Window (first 42 days), including household delegation and rest protocols. ●Advanced Dosha Blueprint: Detailed, personalized Ayurvedic diet and meal plan specifically for postpartum healing and optimizing milk production (Rasa Dhatu). ●Feeding Preparation: In-depth lactation education session focused on pumping, storage, and recognizing hunger cues. Birth Support (Full Labor & Delivery): ●Continuous support during labor with emphasis on Vata-grounding techniques to conserve energy for recovery. ●Immediate hands-on assistance with establishing a successful first feeding session. Postpartum Support (3 Sessions, 2 Hours Each - Used within 6 weeks): ●In-Home Lactation Education & Support: Two dedicated in-home sessions offering personalized guidance on comfortable latching, recognizing feeding cues, and pumping and milk storage best practices. Together, we'll build your confidence and establish a foundational feeding routine that works for your family. ●Ayurvedic Implementation: Assistance with preparing or sourcing the first postpartum meals and ensuring warmth and rest protocols are being followed. ●Light Household Care: Focus on mothering the mother (e.g., refilling water, warming meals, tidying the mother’s space, and baby related tasks).

$4,000 USD · Flat rate

The Whole-Wom(b)an Blueprint (Comprehensive Full-Spectrum Care)

The premium, all-inclusive package combines maximum support across Faith, Wisdom, and Love. Prenatal Support (4 Sessions): ●Complete Curriculum: Full childbirth education curriculum and two comprehensive sessions dedicated to spiritual and Ayurvedic preparation. ●Personalized Plan: Detailed Ayurvedic Blueprint covering all three trimesters, birth prep, and postpartum recovery. ●Partner Coaching: Dedicated time for partner training in comfort measures, advocacy, and Ayurvedic/Spiritual support roles. Birth Support (Full Labor & Delivery): ●Continuous presence during labor. ●Seamless integration of Spiritual Encouragement, Clinical Comfort Measures, and Ayurvedic Tools throughout the process. ●Extended immediate lactation guidance at the hospital/home post-birth. Postpartum Support (5 Sessions, 3 Hours Each - Used within 8 weeks): ●Dedicated Lactation: Three sessions focused on feeding optimization, weaning readiness, and any challenges that arise. ●Extended Ayurvedic Care: Assistance with preparing or coordinating Ayurvedic meals and herbal preparations for sustained healing. ●Practical Support: Comprehensive support, including light meal prep, nursery organization, errand running, and dedicated time for listening/emotional debriefing. ●Closing Ceremony: One final session focused on planning the return to the world and maintaining Dosha balance long-term.

$5,000 USD · Flat rate

Soma, Soul & Safety

Experience the ultimate bridge between clinical safety and sacred, holistic birth. Designed for families who refuse to compromise on either spiritual peace or emergency readiness, this premium package offers exclusive dual-attendance support from a husband-and-wife expert team. Cierria brings over a decade of Ayurvedic healing, Christian hypnobirthing, and spiritual birth keeping, while Victor brings his EMT medical background and tactical emergency readiness to ensure total security. Together, we provide an unbroken ring of support for both mother and partner—protecting your physiology, your environment, and your peace of mind. What’s Included: Phase 1: Prenatal Preparation (4 Sessions) ●The Holistic Foundation: Clinical history, Dosha identification, and Ayurvedic postpartum nutrition assessment. ●The Tactical Foundation: Custom hospital triage strategy tailored to your specific Los Angeles hospital system. ●The Labor Intensive & Safety: Tag-team biomechanics, partner coaching, and private Infant CPR & BLS Certification. ●The Sacred Window: Postpartum home audit and finalization of your 42-day Ayurvedic recovery plan. Phase 2: Labor & Delivery (Dual Attendance) ●Tag-Team Endurance & Translation: Unbroken physical support. Victor expertly manages the environment, hospital logistics, and medical staff translation. ●Sacred Physiology: Cierria fiercely protects the mother’s physiology and birthing space, utilizing Christian Hypnobirthing anchors. Phase 3: Postpartum Support (3 Visits) ●Holistic Recovery: Execution of Ayurvedic warming food protocols, lactation education, and a guided birth story debriefing. ●Home Base Security: Car seat installation verification, full baby-proofing walk-through, and a dedicated partner mental health check-in.

$7,500 USD · Flat rate

Accepted insurance

Alameda Alliance for Health Anthem Blue Cross Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Shield of California CalOptima CalViva Health Health Net Health Plan of San Mateo Kaiser Permanente L.A. Care Health Plan Partnership HealthPlan of California Message Cierria to confirm coverage for your plan.

What to expect

I offer a unique, all-in-one support system for a peaceful birth and thriving postpartum. As a Christian Doula and Certified Lactation Educator (CLE), my services integrate scripture-based Hypnobirthing, evidence-based birth education, and expert feeding support. I specialize in the "Sacred Window," using Ayurvedic wisdom (warmth, oil, and rest) to ensure deep postpartum healing. Anchor your motherhood journey in faith and wellness.

Upcoming classes

Hypnobirthing & Navigating Ultrasound Anxiety (Late Pregnancy focus)

Online event

October 15, 2026 1:00am UTC

Late pregnancy is often filled with pressure, especially surrounding ultrasound weight estimates and induction timelines. As a Christian Doula and Ayurvedic Practitioner, I created this class to replace third-trimester fear with physiological facts and faith-based peace. This session bridges the gap between biological design and modern maternity care. What You Will Learn: ♡The "Big Baby" Myth: Understand the significant margin of error in third-trimester ultrasound weight estimates and what evidence-based guidelines actually say about macrosomia. ♡Pelvic Biomechanics: Discover how the maternal pelvis dynamically opens and shifts during active labor to accommodate your baby. ♡Christian Hypnobirthing: Learn techniques to anchor your nervous system, release fear, and partner with your body’s natural labor hormones. ♡Advocacy: How to have confident, evidence-based conversations with your provider regarding late-term interventions. (Attendees will receive the "Big Baby Ultrasound Reality" digital workbook). Note: This class is part of The Awakened Mother Series. You can take this standalone class for $50, or enroll in the full 4-week bundle for $150 to get all 4 modules plus 7 digital workbooks!

$50.00

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Hypnobirthing & Navigating Ultrasound Anxiety (Late Pregnancy focus)

Online event

October 17, 2026 5:00pm UTC

Late pregnancy is often filled with pressure, especially surrounding ultrasound weight estimates and induction timelines. As a Christian Doula and Ayurvedic Practitioner, I created this class to replace third-trimester fear with physiological facts and faith-based peace. This session bridges the gap between biological design and modern maternity care. What You Will Learn: ♡The "Big Baby" Myth: Understand the significant margin of error in third-trimester ultrasound weight estimates and what evidence-based guidelines actually say about macrosomia. ♡Pelvic Biomechanics: Discover how the maternal pelvis dynamically opens and shifts during active labor to accommodate your baby. ♡Christian Hypnobirthing: Learn techniques to anchor your nervous system, release fear, and partner with your body’s natural labor hormones. ♡Advocacy: How to have confident, evidence-based conversations with your provider regarding late-term interventions. (Attendees will receive the "Big Baby Ultrasound Reality" digital workbook). Note: This class is part of The Awakened Mother Series. You can take this standalone class for $50, or enroll in the full 4-week bundle for $150 to get all 4 modules plus 7 digital workbooks!

$50.00

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Awakened Mother Series: Holistic Birth & Postpartum Bundle

Online event

October 17, 2026 5:00pm UTC

Welcome to a radically different approach to birth and postpartum. Too often, mothers are left to navigate a maze of cultural myths, outdated advice, and intense pressure. Taught by a Certified Lactation Educator (CLE), Doula, and Ayurvedic Health Practitioner, this comprehensive 4-week series bridges the gap between deep biological science and holistic, faith-filled healing. Over the course of four 90-minute live sessions, we will debunk the multibillion-dollar industry myths surrounding sleep, diet, and recovery, empowering you to step into motherhood with profound confidence. The 4-Week Curriculum: ♡Week 1: Late Pregnancy & Birth Prep. Navigating "big baby" ultrasound anxiety, understanding dynamic pelvic biomechanics, and grounding your birth in Christian Hypnobirthing principles. ♡Week 2: Lactation Reality & Supply Secrets. Mastering foremilk/hindmilk balance for healthy infant weight gain, debunking the "gassy foods" diet, and the truth about placenta encapsulation. ♡Week 3: Ayurvedic Postpartum Healing. Busting the 6-week "bounce back" myth, honoring the true 9-to-12-month biological healing timeline, and using Ayurvedic nutrition to rebuild iron and energy. ♡Week 4: The Newborn Blueprint. The neurobiology of infant sleep, the lifelong benefits of attachment theory (you cannot "spoil" a baby!), and safely starting solids without the rice cereal trap. What is Included in Your Registration: Four live, 90-minute interactive virtual workshops (60 mins of teaching + 30 mins of dedicated Q&A each week). The Complete Digital Library: You will receive all 7 beautifully designed, evidence-based digital workbooks to keep as your personal reference guides forever. Whether you are currently pregnant and planning ahead, or in the thick of the fourth trimester, this series will give you the exact tools you need to protect your peace, your milk supply, and your healing body.

$150.00

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Lactation Masterclass: Supply Secrets, Foremilk/Hindmilk & Diet Myths

Online event

October 22, 2026 1:00am UTC

Set yourself up for breastfeeding success before or immediately after your baby arrives! Taught by a Certified Lactation Educator (CLE), this 90-minute masterclass cuts through pervasive feeding myths and equips you with the biological facts needed to protect your milk supply. What We Will Cover: ♡Foremilk vs. Hindmilk & The "Fat Plug": How feeding frequency (2 hours vs. 3 hours) impacts milk fat content, infant weight gain, and preventing the "hibernating baby" state. ♡Placenta Encapsulation & Hormones: How residual progesterone in placental tissue can impact milk production and how to navigate encapsulation safely. ♡Debunking the "Gassy Food" Myth: How breast milk is synthesized from blood plasma (not stomach contents) and why you don't need to live on a bland diet. ♡Supply & Demand Science: Proven strategies to build a robust milk supply from day one. What's Included: 60 minutes of teaching + 30 minutes of live Q&A. Free Digital Downloads: The Placenta & Lactation Handout AND The Breastfeeding Diet & Gassy Foods Guide. Bundle & Save: This class is Module 2 of "The Awakened Mother Series." You can sign up for this single class for $50, or enroll in the complete 4-week series bundle for just $150 to get all 4 workshops and 7 comprehensive digital workbooks!

$50.00

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Lactation Masterclass: Supply Secrets, Foremilk/Hindmilk & Diet Myths

Online event

October 24, 2026 5:00pm UTC

Set yourself up for breastfeeding success before or immediately after your baby arrives! Taught by a Certified Lactation Educator (CLE), this 90-minute masterclass cuts through pervasive feeding myths and equips you with the biological facts needed to protect your milk supply. What We Will Cover: ♡Foremilk vs. Hindmilk & The "Fat Plug": How feeding frequency (2 hours vs. 3 hours) impacts milk fat content, infant weight gain, and preventing the "hibernating baby" state. ♡Placenta Encapsulation & Hormones: How residual progesterone in placental tissue can impact milk production and how to navigate encapsulation safely. ♡Debunking the "Gassy Food" Myth: How breast milk is synthesized from blood plasma (not stomach contents) and why you don't need to live on a bland diet. ♡Supply & Demand Science: Proven strategies to build a robust milk supply from day one. What's Included: 60 minutes of teaching + 30 minutes of live Q&A. Free Digital Downloads: The Placenta & Lactation Handout AND The Breastfeeding Diet & Gassy Foods Guide. Bundle & Save: This class is Module 2 of "The Awakened Mother Series." You can sign up for this single class for $50, or enroll in the complete 4-week series bundle for just $150 to get all 4 workshops and 7 comprehensive digital workbooks!

$50.00

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Ayurvedic Postpartum Healing: Debunking the 6-Week "Bounce Back" Myth

Online event

October 29, 2026 1:00am UTC

The traditional 6-week medical clearance was never meant to signal full physiological recovery. Join an Ayurvedic Health Practitioner and Doula for an uplifting 90-minute workshop on how to truly nourish and heal your body in the first year postpartum. What We Will Cover: ♡The True Healing Timeline: Why pelvic floor, abdominal, and connective tissue restoration takes 9 to 12 months—not 6 weeks. ♡Ayurvedic Postpartum Principles: Utilizing warm, nutrient-dense foods, spiced teas, and grounding routines during the sacred first 40 days. ♡Restoring Maternal Iron & Energy: Evidence-based, digestive-friendly alternatives to rebuild depleted blood and energy stores. ♡Safe Return to Movement: A phased, restorative approach to physical activity that protects your pelvic floor and core. What's Included: 60 minutes of teaching + 30 minutes of live Q&A. Free Digital Download: The Postpartum Healing Timeline & Ayurvedic Care Plan. Bundle & Save: This class is Module 3 of "The Awakened Mother Series." You can sign up for this single class for $50, or enroll in the complete 4-week series bundle for just $150 to get all 4 workshops and 7 comprehensive digital workbooks!

$50.00

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Ayurvedic Postpartum Healing: Debunking the 6-Week "Bounce Back" Myth

Online event

October 31, 2026 5:00pm UTC

The traditional 6-week medical clearance was never meant to signal full physiological recovery. Join an Ayurvedic Health Practitioner and Doula for an uplifting 90-minute workshop on how to truly nourish and heal your body in the first year postpartum. What We Will Cover: ♡The True Healing Timeline: Why pelvic floor, abdominal, and connective tissue restoration takes 9 to 12 months—not 6 weeks. ♡Ayurvedic Postpartum Principles: Utilizing warm, nutrient-dense foods, spiced teas, and grounding routines during the sacred first 40 days. ♡Restoring Maternal Iron & Energy: Evidence-based, digestive-friendly alternatives to rebuild depleted blood and energy stores. ♡Safe Return to Movement: A phased, restorative approach to physical activity that protects your pelvic floor and core. What's Included: 60 minutes of teaching + 30 minutes of live Q&A. Free Digital Download: The Postpartum Healing Timeline & Ayurvedic Care Plan. Bundle & Save: This class is Module 3 of "The Awakened Mother Series." You can sign up for this single class for $50, or enroll in the complete 4-week series bundle for just $150 to get all 4 workshops and 7 comprehensive digital workbooks!

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The Newborn Blueprint: Sleep Biology, Attachment & Starting Solids

Online event

November 5, 2026 2:00am UTC

Ditch the anxiety caused by rigid sleep trainers and outdated advice! This 90-minute workshop explains the neurobiology of infant development, giving you practical tools to nurture your baby while honoring their natural biological design. What We Will Cover: ♡Infant Sleep Biology: Why light sleep and frequent waking are vital protective mechanisms, and why nursing to sleep is a biological superpower. ♡Attachment Theory in Practice: Debunking the "spoiling" myth and understanding how immediate responsiveness builds lifelong independence and brain development. ♡Starting Solids Right: The truth behind the "rice cereal in the bottle" trap, identifying true readiness cues, and meeting critical iron/zinc needs at 6 months. ♡Normal Behavior vs. Low Supply: How to tell the difference between typical evening cluster feeding and true low milk production. What's Included: 60 minutes of teaching + 30 minutes of live Q&A. Free Digital Downloads: Infant Sleep Biological Norms, Attachment Theory Guide, AND Starting Solids & Rice Cereal Handout. Bundle & Save: This class is Module 4 of "The Awakened Mother Series." You can sign up for this single class for $50, or enroll in the complete 4-week series bundle for just $150 to get all 4 workshops and 7 comprehensive digital workbooks!

$50.00

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The Newborn Blueprint: Sleep Biology, Attachment & Starting Solids

Online event

November 7, 2026 6:00pm UTC

Ditch the anxiety caused by rigid sleep trainers and outdated advice! This 90-minute workshop explains the neurobiology of infant development, giving you practical tools to nurture your baby while honoring their natural biological design. What We Will Cover: ♡Infant Sleep Biology: Why light sleep and frequent waking are vital protective mechanisms, and why nursing to sleep is a biological superpower. ♡Attachment Theory in Practice: Debunking the "spoiling" myth and understanding how immediate responsiveness builds lifelong independence and brain development. ♡Starting Solids Right: The truth behind the "rice cereal in the bottle" trap, identifying true readiness cues, and meeting critical iron/zinc needs at 6 months. ♡Normal Behavior vs. Low Supply: How to tell the difference between typical evening cluster feeding and true low milk production. What's Included: 60 minutes of teaching + 30 minutes of live Q&A. Free Digital Downloads: Infant Sleep Biological Norms, Attachment Theory Guide, AND Starting Solids & Rice Cereal Handout. Bundle & Save: This class is Module 4 of "The Awakened Mother Series." You can sign up for this single class for $50, or enroll in the complete 4-week series bundle for just $150 to get all 4 workshops and 7 comprehensive digital workbooks!

$50.00

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Reviews for Cierria Leyazhie

5.0 1 review

5.0

January 27, 2026

This was my third pregnancy/birth but my first time having a doula and I could not imagine a better person for the job! I enjoy how easy it was to work with Cierria on not only what I'd desire to have for pregnancy but also the assurance if things went differently than planned. She keeps it realistic while also respecting your choices and is a powerhouse in advocating for her clients while striving to encourage working in tandem with your doctor/care team, not against them. It was very much appreciated when I was feeling vulnerable. This time around postpartum has been way easier to adjust too as well as I've had breastfeeding support, dietary recommendations based on my unique recovery and goals, tips for physical recovery and she's always left room to adjust any of this and is a great chatter. Sometimes you just want to vent with no actual goal and she's all for it. I've had such a blast with the whole experience that a fourth child might be possible with her as my doula again haha!

— Barbara M.

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Certification and training

Sankofa Birthing Collective (2021)

Education

Southern California University of Health Sciences (2021)

Memberships and affiliations

CAAM, Raya Health Inc

Languages

English

Race / Ethnicity

Multiracial

Religion

Christian

Credentials

CBE CLEC

Specialties

Anxiety Birth and Lactation Birth Doula Birth Support Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Support Childbirth Education Faith-Based Counseling Herbal Postpartum Care Hypnobirthing Method Labor Doula Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Prep Nutritional Counseling Positive Thinking Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Prenatal Care Prenatal Lactation Education Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Telehealth Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Water birth

Frequently asked questions

I'm not religious. How will you incorporate the Christian part?

My faith informs how I serve—with compassion and non-judgment. All spiritual support, including prayer, is completely optional and only offered if you request it. My primary focus is on providing high-quality, holistic, evidence-based physical and emotional support.

What is the most important thing you do postpartum?

My most critical role postpartum is helping the family establish the 'Sacred Window' of rest and nourishment. This means ensuring you receive warm, prepared foods, mandatory rest, and emotional support to prevent Vata depletion and protect your mental and physical recovery.

My previous breastfeeding journey was hard. How do you help with that?

I address breastfeeding from two angles: clinical mechanics (latch, positioning, supply assessment) and Ayurvedic restoration. We will focus heavily on the first 42 days, ensuring you consume warm, easy-to-digest foods to properly build the Rasa Dhatu (milk tissue) and keep your system warm and rested, which is key to a smooth let-down.

What kind of evidence do you use alongside the ancient practices?

My support is dual-layered. The Ayurvedic portion provides a personalized lifestyle blueprint, but all my labor support is rooted in current, evidence-based practices for physiology and comfort, which is what I teach in my childbirth education sessions.

How does the Ayurvedic part work during the actual birth?

During labor, we focus on grounding Vata through rhythmic counter-pressure on specific Marma points, using warm oil massages, and encouraging positions that promote downward energy (Apana Vayu) for a more effective and peaceful labor.

How much does Cierria charge?

Cierria's The Anchor & Ojas Journey (Foundational Support) package is $3,000 USD, flat rate. Cierria lists 4 packages in all.

Is Cierria taking new clients?

Taking new clients. Due Oct 2026 – Sep 2027. Availability was confirmed 5 days ago.

Does Cierria accept insurance?

Cierria lists Alameda Alliance for Health, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, CalOptima, CalViva Health, Health Net, Health Plan of San Mateo, Kaiser Permanente, L.A. Care Health Plan, and Partnership HealthPlan of California as accepted insurance. Message Cierria to confirm coverage for your plan.