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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Alabama

Headway partners with Aetna to make therapy accessible throughout Alabama, featuring 732 providers with availability within two weeks. Sessions range from $0-$35 per visit with insurance, supporting both talk therapy and medication management.

Amanda Williams

Amanda Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe every person has strengths and resilience that can be leveraged to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Stephanie Hamill

Stephanie Hamill

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I will meet you where you are, help you understand what's keeping you stuck, and work with you toward real, lasting change.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Suzyn Jacobson

Suzyn Jacobson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I like to utilize art and body movement in my work because I strongly feel that the mind and body are connected.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Ashley Madry

Ashley Madry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2126 6th Avenue Southeast, 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.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Adams

Carla Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I especially connect with mothers navigating postpartum anxiety, the overwhelm of new parenthood, or the invisible labor of keeping everything together.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

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.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Amber Brown

Amber Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Huntsville, AL


“I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore life's difficulties and work collaboratively with clients to set meaningful goals.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Ezell

Amanda Ezell

Therapist

Virtual • Daleville, AL


“Finding a therapist who understands your life should not require spending your sessions explaining or defending who you are.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Anita Perry

Anita Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and integrative, incorporating elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, and mindfulness practices.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Denise Bolden-Little

Denise Bolden-Little

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is warm, energetic, and engaging, with a strong belief that healing happens through genuine connection and practical strategies tailored to an individual's unique needs.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Jonathan Williams

Jonathan Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Through our collaboration, we can achieve relief and restoration. Growth is a challenging journey, but together, we can navigate it.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

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.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Julie Mouton

Julie Mouton

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I help people understand what's underneath those feelings and find healthier ways to cope, communicate, and move forward.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Shanton Roberson

Shanton Roberson

Therapist

Virtual • Montgomery, AL


“My goal as a therapist is to provide tools during any season of the life journey, provide support during the healing process, and to help redefine and affirm one's purpose.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Affirming, Creative, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Brian Kane

Brian Kane

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have extensive history with behavioral concerns with children aged 6-18, and my passion is working with survivors of abuse of all ages!”

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Jennifer Luty

Jennifer Luty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

529 Beacon Parkway West, Birmingham, AL

“I provide a compassionate yet direct space where you can be seen, challenged, and empowered to grow.”

ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Identity issues, Stress management,

Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna

LeTerrica Gibbs

LeTerrica Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, empowered, and equipped to move toward healing and meaningful change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Laura Rainey

Laura Rainey

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I draw from Solution-Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches, along with my experience in healthcare, to help you build on your strengths, gain clarity, and develop tools you can use in your daily life.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Benita Tonti

Benita Tonti

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I focus on helping you understand what you're experiencing while developing practical, effective strategies to improve your daily life and overall well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Creative, Direct

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jalen Graves

Jalen Graves

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I often approach work with clients in a practical way, also maintaining value in processing, skills and emotion management...”

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Direct, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Giselle Sharp

Giselle Sharp

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have decided to focus my practice to working with adults dealing with past trauma experiences and helping them in their healing journey.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Schowonda Johnson

Schowonda Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I am passionate about helping professionals develop healthy boundaries, strengthen coping skills, and establish a sustainable balance between their personal and professional lives.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Krista Walker

Krista Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach to therapy is direct, non-judgmental, and conversational. I believe we work as team to help you heal...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

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.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

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.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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.”

Anger management, Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Suzanne Towne

Suzanne Towne

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe each individual has within them the solutions to their problems/concerns, they just require some guidance in the the path to their well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Deonka Winn

Dr. Deonka Winn

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctorate in Social Work, and I bring both clinical expertise and real life understanding into the therapy space. My professional background includes years of direct clinical practice as well as leadership roles in complex, high stress systems, including serving as a Mental Health Director. These experiences have shaped my ability to support individuals who are navigating pressure, responsibility, and emotional overwhelm while still being expected to function at a high level.

I work best with clients who are strong on the outside but struggling internally. Many of the people I support are women, mothers, professionals, caregivers, and helpers who are used to showing up for others while neglecting their own emotional needs. I have a particular passion for working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, burnout, life transitions, relationship stress, identity concerns, and trauma related to past or ongoing stressors.

Therapy with me is not about having all the answers. It is about learning how to trust yourself, set healthy boundaries, and show up for your life with more compassion and confidence.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Ida Wadsworth

Ida Wadsworth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

604 Davis Circle Southwest, Huntsville, AL

“I specialize in trauma informed care and use a collaborative yet eclectic approach in order to fit the needs of each unique individual I see.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Trauma

Direct, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Kristie Ninesling

Kristie Ninesling

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe everyone's journey is unique, and I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Carol Poe

Carol Poe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alabama


“I have worked in psychiatry for more than 10 years. I have been a psychiatric nurse practitioner for the past 3 years.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Ericka Biggs

Ericka Biggs

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach includes evidence-based therapy methods such as CBT, mindfulness, a strengths-based perspective, and motivational interviewing to support meaningful growth and lasting change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Shepard

Patricia Shepard

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I am a dedicated Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

with a wealth of experience providing direct therapeutic services to diverse populations.

With advanced degrees in Social Work and Child Development, I am skilled in

conducting complex bio-psychosocial and diagnostic assessments for children,

adolescents, and adults. I provide individualized, evidence-based treatment

for individuals, couples, and groups, addressing a broad range of behavioral health

challenges including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety,

adjustment disorder and grief. My clinical practice is grounded in a variety of proven

modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy

(CPT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a profound commitment to

patient care within demanding environments, including military and outpatient settings.

I have served as a primary therapist in the Army Embedded Behavioral Health clinics,

supported the Army Family Behavioral health Clinic, and provided on-call crisis support for

hospital emergency rooms. A core component of my work involves developing and

monitoring individualized treatment plans to ensure measurable progress and positive

outcomes for my clients. By providing specialized, person-centered counseling and

intervention, I empower my clients to achieve recovery and wellness.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Payne

Tiffany Payne

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to help clients create meaningful, lasting change that extends beyond the therapy session.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Direct, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Mary Weston

Mary Weston

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Greetings, my name is Mary Dawn Weston, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I have an MSW from the University of Southern California with a sub concentration in anxiety, PTSD, and codependency. In addition, I obtained a BA in Philosophy and a BA in Sociology. My professional background includes 5 years as the director of the Pre-Release program for the Alabama Department of Corrections, 3 years as a child abuse/neglect investigator as well as 5 years in private practice as a therapist.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

Mylane Wigley

Mylane Wigley

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


For 30 years, I've been in the room with people who were tired of the same cycles — anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in grief, or strained in their closest relationships — and wanted something to actually change. I'm an LPC licensed in Alabama offering telehealth sessions, and I work with individuals, families, and adolescents on a wide range of life challenges. What you'll get with me is straightforward: an experienced counselor who is direct without being cold, solution-focused without being dismissive of what you've been through, and genuinely invested in helping you build tools that last.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Lisa Lee

Lisa Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I use evidenced-based models like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & motivational interviewing as well as practices that draw attention to the body, such as breathwork, mindfulness, & relaxation skills.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Alicia Clark

Alicia Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Mobile, AL


“I specialize in supporting women navigating significant life transitions and challenges, with a particular focus on infertility, the complexities of motherhood, and workplace issues.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deirdre Jill Scott

Deirdre Jill Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to create a warm, welcoming space where you feel comfortable opening up and being yourself, while also feeling safe and secure.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cigna,

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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