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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Birmingham, AL

Access mental health care with Cigna coverage in Birmingham through Headway's network of 669 licensed providers. Sessions are available virtually or in-person with copays ranging from $0-$40, and many patients save 75% on therapy costs. Get started with a free consultation today.

Dr. Alicia Richardson

Dr. Alicia Richardson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mobile, AL


Hi, I’m Dr. Alicia Richardson. I believe healing begins when we feel seen, heard, and safe. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that everyone can grow, heal, and bloom. Whether you're navigating stress, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply seeking clarity, I provide a supportive space where you can reconnect with your inner strength and purpose. My goal is to walk alongside you with grace, authenticity, and care—helping you move forward, one heart-centered step at a time.

Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mwandishi Cochrian-Goodwin

Mwandishi Cochrian-Goodwin

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My philosophy revolves around empowerment. I believe that lasting change occurs when clients are able to access their own strengths and resources.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
LaWendy Willis

LaWendy Willis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Opelika, AL


Healing happens when you feel seen, supported, and empowered to move forward. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, OCD, family conflict, anger management, and cultural & ethnic identity concerns while also helping clients facing depression, trauma, stress, grief, ADHD, relationship challenges, women's issues, physical health concerns, and life transitions. With more than 17 years of experience in mental health, I bring a diverse background that includes private practice, school counseling, and serving as an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. These experiences have strengthened my belief that lasting growth happens through meaningful connections—with ourselves, our relationships, and our communities. Whether you're seeking support during a difficult season or looking to create lasting change, I'm committed to meeting you where you are with compassion, respect, and practical guidance.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Susanna Cheatham

Susanna Cheatham

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 30 years of experience working with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, chronic health issues, health anxiety, relationship/family issues. Courage is defined as "strength in the face of pain or grief" and "doing it depsite that fear." I respect that steps it takes to reach out for support and understanding! It says a great deal about your own readiness for change. I am both humbled and honored for the opportunity to be one of the people who might help you along the way!

Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghan Hollaway

Meghan Hollaway

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel understood and where we can work together toward meaningful change.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marquita Layton

Marquita Layton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Enterprise, AL


“I believe my client's are experts in themselves. With that in mind I approach client's with curiosity...”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keith Jones

Keith Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Hello! I have over 25 years of experience walking alongside individuals through both challenging and transformative moments. I believe people heal best when they feel genuinely seen, understood, and supported, and I strive to create a therapeutic space where clients can safely explore their emotions, experiences, and personal growth without judgment.

I help individuals build resilience, expand their capacity to tolerate distress, and strengthen emotional regulation skills that support long-term well-being. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. I believe meaningful change happens over time, and I work to support clients in growing at a pace that feels both safe and empowering.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tobea Cook

Tobea Cook

Therapist

Virtual • Huntsville, AL


“While my foundation is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I take an eclectic approach to counseling—drawing from a variety of evidence-based methods to meet the unique needs of each client.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Dates

Stephanie Dates

Therapist

Virtual • Talladega, AL


“My career in social work has afforded me the privilege to work with clients from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds in clinical settings over the past twenty years.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Ashley Carver

Dr. Ashley Carver

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and supported—so I create a nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ralph Jones

Ralph Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Florence, AL


“I believe therapy is most effective when it feels like a genuine partnership built on trust, compassion, and respect.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rene Britt

Rene Britt

Psychologist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood while we work together toward meaningful, lasting change.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Amber Jones

Amber Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Hello, I am Amber Jones, LPC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alabama. I have worked in mental health for over 16 years. I have been a counselor for 7 years. I worked primarily with children, adolescents, college students, and adults during this time. I provided Telehealth services to adults and adolescents. Before receiving my counseling degree, I worked as a substance abuse prevention specialist for over 10 years. I am currently working on my PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kacie Haynes

Kacie Haynes

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My therapeutic approach is integrative, meaning I tailor treatment to each client's unique needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Joyce Dallas-Maryland

Joyce Dallas-Maryland

Therapist

Virtual • Mobile, AL


I guide individuals, families, and groups towards personal balance by using the Six Dimensions of Wellness as a framework. Consider me a navigator for personal exploration and discovery. Clients are invited to gather diverse 'souvenirs' for their life's journey home.

Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Rainwater

Paul Rainwater

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I work with adults, couples, families, and older adults who want greater clarity, healthier coping skills, and stronger relationships.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stephanie Debter

Stephanie Debter

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe therapy can be a place to better understand what you're going through while also figuring out what can genuinely help you move forward.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Penny Mitchell

Penny Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Winfield, AL


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and capable of creating meaningful change.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kentrell Thomas

Kentrell Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can be yourself, feel heard, and explore what's weighing on you.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
John McGlown

John McGlown

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach centers on collaborative partnership, helping you understand how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact and empowering you with skills you can apply in everyday life.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Fernanda Cutrone Krumm, Lpc/Lmhc/Lcpc

Fernanda Cutrone Krumm, Lpc/Lmhc/Lcpc

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I practice psychotherapy in a way that resists fragmentation - you are not a set of symptoms, a diagnosis, a singular system, a metric, a piece of data.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mel Gibbs

Mel Gibbs

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Birmingham, AL


“I am the self-proclaimed "Medication Minimalist". Let's treat your symptoms using the least medications.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Amber Richardson

Dr. Amber Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to support you in embracing vulnerability, prioritizing your mental health, and redefining strength on your own terms.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Erin Russell

Erin Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“As a DBT-trained therapist, I provide evidence-based tools for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and managing intense emotional states.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Shalonda Gaddis

Shalonda Gaddis

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Rebecca Goodwin

Rebecca Goodwin

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe clients already carry strengths, insight, and resilience, and therapy can help bring those forward in ways that create real change.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
La Tycia Jones

La Tycia Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Hoover, AL


“I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and the capacity for growth, even in the face of setbacks.”
Cigna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Judi Braswell

Judi Braswell

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I will challenge you to think about the feelings and beliefs you hold, identify any distorted thinking, and be open to new perspectives and options.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Participatory
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.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Bobi Ezell

Bobi Ezell

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Utilizing techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), I frequently assist clients in better understanding negative core beliefs and thought patterns...”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bri Mumpower

Bri Mumpower

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I take a collaborative, person-centered approach to therapy and believe that the client is the expert of themselves.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandy Johnson

Sandy Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I offer a supportive and direct space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin reconnecting with your strengths.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Tamieka Martin

Tamieka Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have two decades of experience supporting women and adolescent girls through anxiety, depression, and self-esteem struggles.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
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.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Monica Mack

Dr. Monica Mack

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to create a warm and supportive environment where every individual feels welcomed, respected, and heard.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Brannon La Force

Brannon La Force

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder.

Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Beonca Terry

Beonca Terry

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe everyone deserves a space where they can show up exactly as they are no judgment, no pretense, just real support.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lee Cunningham

Lee Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe in a holistic approach to wellness which includes physical, mental, social, and spiritual components.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Jory Watson

Jory Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe enough to be honest about what is hurting, what feels heavy, and what you want to be different.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Physical health issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Valannda Hazzard

Valannda Hazzard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntsville, AL


“My aim is to assist you with discovering and implementing those tools needed to sustain you in your unique process to become your best self through empathy, validation, and perseverance.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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 Cigna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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