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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Birmingham, AL

Access mental health support in Birmingham with Aetna coverage through Headway's network of 733 licensed providers. With copays ranging from $0-$40, you can connect with a therapist for virtual or in-person sessions as soon as next day, letting your insurance do the work while you focus on your care.

Marcy Kirkland

Marcy Kirkland

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have a person-centered approach to therapy which means I support and guide client's with attaining their personal goals as an active participant in their treatment.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Ashley Madry

Ashley Madry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Decatur, AL


“I believe each individual has a personal journey and while on their personal journey of growth and transformation they have the ability to positively affect the lives of others.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Carpenter

Tiffany Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Feeling lost does not mean something is wrong with you; it often means something within you is asking to be heard.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nicole Jones

Nicole Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor whose career journey spans over 20 yrs. I hold a Master’s Degree in Christian Counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Charlotte, NC and earned my Bachelor's Degree from St. Louis University. My unique training and education allow me to practice clinically while integrating spiritual aspects if the client chooses to do so. I hold a Certificate in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health from Troy University and am also a Certified Gottman Seven Principles Workshop Facilitator, which allows me to enhance the quality of relationships for my clients.

My clinical experience includes working with individuals, couples, families, children/adolescents, victims of sexual assault and domestic violence and group facilitation. Throughout my profession I have worked in a community mental health agency setting, private practice, crisis center, rehabilitation facility and serving parishioners at a church. I specialize in anxiety, anger management, depression, relationships and low self-esteem.

Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brooke Rose

Brooke Rose

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Talking about something you’ve kept to yourself can feel uncomfortable, even when you’re ready for support. I want you to feel that you can be honest with me—including about the thoughts, feelings, or experiences you’re unsure how to explain.


I’m Brooke Rose. My style is warm, accepting, and direct, with room for humor when it feels right. I believe the relationship we build is the foundation for our work together. Getting to know you means understanding your perspective, what matters to you, and what you need from therapy.


As part of Breathable Mental Health, I want therapy to feel approachable and personal. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-awareness, confidence in your choices, and changes that matter to you.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Britney Harris

Britney Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing telehealth therapy for adults, pre-teens, and teens. I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and supported as we work through life’s challenges together.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Burkett

Janet Burkett

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe to show up exactly as you are—without judgment or pressure to have everything figured out.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kira Ryan

Kira Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I’m a warm, supportive, and empowering therapist who believes you are the expert on your own life. I’ve been practicing counseling for four years and also facilitate IOP groups, giving me experience working with a variety of concerns and life experiences. I use humor when it fits, and I’m not afraid to challenge you when the moment calls for it. Most importantly, I want you to feel comfortable being your authentic self in therapy.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Buffy Marston

Buffy Marston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mobile, AL


“I have been in the counseling field for over 25 years and have worked in several outpatient settings.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Chelsea Singleton

Chelsea Singleton

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I aim to help clients understand what lies beneath their distress, develop practical tools, and create healthier patterns of coping, communicating, and connecting.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Sara Stamm

Sara Stamm

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I'm not a therapist who simply sits back and listens. I'll ask thought-provoking questions, offer different perspectives, and encourage you to recognize patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Chala Barrington-Cruz

Chala Barrington-Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Early appointments available.


I”m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, caregivers, and families through life’s emotional challenges.

I help clients who are struggling with caregiver stress and burnout, anxiety and emotional overwhelm, difficulty setting healthy boundaries, parenting stress (including raising children with autism), and healing from childhood experiences that continue to impact adult life and relationships

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ashley Cooks

Ashley Cooks

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I specialize in working with individuals & assisting them with exploring how traumatic experiences have impacted their self-worth, reactions, responses, & relationships.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Scott McGee

Scott McGee

Therapist

Virtual • Huntsville, AL


“I utilize evidenced based practices such as EMDR and TF-CBT to help people work through conflicts, traumas, and other significant life events in order to reach a healthy sense of healing and empowerment.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Tony Gunn

Tony Gunn

Therapist

Virtual • Mobile, AL


I am Tony Gunn, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Substance Abuse Professional and a board certified transgender care therapist. I value connection, trust, and respect.

I work with adults, teens, families, and couples. My focus areas include LGBTQIA+ clients, gender nonconforming clients, transgender care, sexual health concerns, trauma, grief, mood concerns, and major life transitions.

You receive care grounded in empathy, cultural awareness, and collaboration. Sessions center on clear goals, practical skills, and meaningful insight. I create a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment.

I provide services through in-person and telehealth settings. My approach blends evidence-based practice with care shaped around your needs, values, and lived experience. My goal centers on supporting clarity, stability, and long-term well-being through an affirming therapeutic relationship.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Melvia Moye

Melvia Moye

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach to therapy is genuine, collaborative, and direct, while remaining warm affirming, and compassionate.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Taylor

Mark Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My passion is to encourage and uplift young individuals who come from dis-advantaged backgrounds with limited resources and lack of leadership and guidance.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Meaghan Hill

Meaghan Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Rather than viewing you through the lens of a rigid diagnosis, I look at your entire ecosystem—how your environment, relationships, and history shape who you are today.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Kristina Johnson

Kristina Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“As an therapist with a personal history of trauma, I bring both lived experience and professional expertise to my practice.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Tanya Graves

Tanya Graves

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I specialize in helping clients navigate emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, self-esteem, anxiety, life transitions, and family dynamics, using a warm, grounded, and straight forward approach that helps people feel safe, understood and...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Elizabeth Parks

Elizabeth Parks

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I provide a strength-based, trauma-informed approach in treatment and look forward to hearing from you so that you can get back to enjoying the life you were created to enjoy.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Sally Hetrick

Sally Hetrick

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is collaborative and solution-focused—I partner with clients to find practical strategies and support meaningful change.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Crystal Christian-Parris

Crystal Christian-Parris

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, grief, or past trauma begin to take up more space than the life you want to live. You may be exhausted from carrying everything on your own, struggling to manage emotions, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. I work with adults and teens who are ready for change but may not know where to start. Together, we'll create a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal, build confidence, strengthen relationships, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Tedra Scott

Tedra Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and understood.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Carolyn Adams

Carolyn Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I am trained in working with children and families, counseling abusers, anger management, and behavioral problems, and have over 20 years of social work practice experience.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Energetic, Participatory
Tyler Simmons

Tyler Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


As a board‐certified clinical social worker and psychotherapist with over 16 years of experience, I believe that prioritizing mental health is essential for long‐term wellness. Anxiety can show up in many ways — excessive worry, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, panic attacks, digestive issues, trouble sleeping, irritability, and tension in relationships are all possibly signs.

I’ve spent years helping people understand these symptoms, make sense of how they’re connected, and learn effective strategies to reduce distress and regain control. If you’re experiencing any of these challenges, I would love to help you build clarity, confidence, and a path forward.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Natalia Koulichova

Natalia Koulichova

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


My name is Natalia Koulichova. I am licensed in Alabama with more than 20 years of professional work experience. I have been helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy related issues, as well as improving motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the best expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Kendrick Rogers

Kendrick Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I take a personalized approach to therapy, using proven techniques to help you work through challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful growth.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Pike

Felicia Pike

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach and prioritize collaboration and psychoeducation with my clients.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kishla Preston

Kishla Preston

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“With over 11 years of experience, I help adults navigate anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and relationship stress.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janae Jameson

Janae Jameson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Healing is about more than just "getting over it", it's about finding your footing when the world feels like it's shifted beneath you.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
William Jordan

William Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I approach therapy with the understanding that each person is unique; therefore, I tailor my approach to best meet each client's individual needs.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen Schuster

Maureen Schuster

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Setting goals with specific steps to meet your targets will be created and worked through at each session along with steps for work at home.”
Aetna + 3 others
End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shalisha Curry

Shalisha Curry

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“You can expect to have insight into your current needs and feel empowered to embrace a healthy solution.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Harriet Lamb

Harriet Lamb

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been licensed for 24 years and have worked with children and adults in Community Mental Health settings, parenting programs, Child Protective Services and drug education. I use person-centered, behavior therapy, thought changing, unconditional positive regard, solution-focused and reality therapy to name a few. I have worked with ADHD, OCD, grief issues, trauma and abuse, and mental illness.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Candace Bailey

Candace Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach to therapy is rooted in a person-centered philosophy, where I believe every individual holds the key to their growth and healing.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Candace Park

Candace Park

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My style is empathetic, warm, and nonjudgmental. I reflect on your feelings with clarity and sensitivity, ensuring you feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout our work together.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Alicia McArthur

Alicia McArthur

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I help adolescents and adults to navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma. My approach is compassionate, through a cognitive-behavioral lens.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Rosalyn Dudley

Rosalyn Dudley

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is holistic, integrative, and client-centered, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Taijah Bell

Taijah Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I specialize in maternal mental health, helping clients navigate postpartum depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the emotional challenges of parenting.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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