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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Tempe, AZ

Tempe residents with Aetna can connect with therapists and providers across neighborhoods like Mill Avenue and Downtown Tempe through Headway's flexible platform. With copays as low as $0 and availability within two weeks, quality mental health care is within reach for your needs.

Rhonda Brun

Rhonda Brun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Scottsdale, AZ


At Beautiful Mind Psychiatry, I help adolescents and adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders through psychiatric evaluation, personalized medication management, and integrative lifestyle strategies.

Before becoming a psychiatric NP, I spent over 25 years working as a registered nurse across acute care, home health, and other settings — experience that shaped how I approach patients today: with patience, attentiveness, and an appreciation for how physical and mental health are intertwined. I also spent two years working at The Meadows, where I learned firsthand how trauma symptoms can overlap with and mimic other mental health conditions, and how essential it is to understand root causes before settling on a diagnosis. I bring that same lens to every evaluation.

I also have personal, lived experience with late-diagnosis ADHD, and I understand firsthand how far-reaching its effects can be — on work, relationships, self-esteem, and daily functioning. That perspective shapes how I listen and how I treat.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marjorie Dewald

Marjorie Dewald

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am LGBTQ+ aware and listen closely to understand and work within a client's unique cultural and world view.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Gittel Rubin

Gittel Rubin

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My greatest strength is helping people understand themselves in a way that feels clear, compassionate, and empowering.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Faith Mullender

Faith Mullender

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Flagstaff, AZ


“I take a strengths-based, person-centered approach, helping clients recognize and build upon the resources they already possess.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Tapp

Angela Tapp

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Angela emphasizes the interconnectedness between mind, body and spirit. Her focus is on nurturing presence, promoting trust, peace, and authenticity.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Kinisha Perkins

Kinisha Perkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe that every person has a unique story, and I take the time to get to know you beyond your symptoms.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sue Dolence

Sue Dolence

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach is gentle but active — we'll move at a pace that feels right for you while creating meaningful, lasting change.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sonya Riske

Sonya Riske

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“I believe in joint decision making and together we find the best options for treatment whether that includes therapy and/or medication treatment to support your overall quality of life.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Serena Samaniego

Serena Samaniego

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe in empowering others to be their own experts so they can reconnect with their most authentic selves.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jake Jones

Jake Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach blends thoughtful medication management with solution-focused therapy, always grounded in compassion and respect.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Megan Presley

Megan Presley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe that healing begins with connection, and I strive to create a warm and respectful therapeutic environment where clients feel safe, empowered, and deeply understood.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Erica Taylor Sanders

Dr. Erica Taylor Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“You can expect to leave challenged to live your truth and empowered to go after the life you desire with practical steps to implement daily.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edward Nepo

Edward Nepo

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I firmly believe that every individual possesses their own inherent strength and motivation, which can sometimes require reinvigoration.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Smiley

Catherine Smiley

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I love walking alongside clients, working to collaboratively develop new coping strategies and ways of seeing themselves...”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chukwuemeka Obilor

Chukwuemeka Obilor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach is founded on holistic and patient-centered concepts, resulting in a collaborative alliance that values trust and open communication.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tracy Myrick

Tracy Myrick

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Happy to meet you!

I've been a Licensed Professional Counselor for 11 years. I have shifted my focus from children to adults 19+ over the past 5 years and work primarily with individuals struggling with anxiety and/or depression. I believe brain health is important and contributes greatly to overall satisfaction in life.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Anna Burnett

Anna Burnett

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe the partnership between a therapist and client is one built on trust, communication, and willingness to approach challenges with curiosity and open-mindedness.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ariella Encinas

Ariella Encinas

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach to counseling is always strength-based and person-focused. You are the expert in session. You have the answers to make your life better. I am the compass that helps guide you back to your inner knowing.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kendra Rosenfeld

Kendra Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am a therapist who works with teens, young adults, and adults, providing a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel safe to explore their experiences and create meaningful change.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Donna Lambert

Donna Lambert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tucson, AZ


“My approach to counseling is rooted in the belief that healing and growth happen when people feel safe, understood, and empowered.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Katherine Vitch

Katherine Vitch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I take a collaborative, down-to-earth approach to care. I combine medication management with holistic strategies that support your overall well-being.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Abraham Awais

Abraham Awais

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Hello! I primarily use IFS and can help you reconnect and build relationships with all parts of yourself. I can offer you a pathway to your inner world and journey alongside you as we rediscover what was lost, returning to parts stranded in dark corners of the past with tenderness and compassion.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Adam Cerami

Adam Cerami

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tucson, AZ


“I take a trauma-informed and person-centered approach to therapy - meaning I regard my clients as the experts on their own lives...”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabby Procci

Gabby Procci

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I enjoy working with teens (15+) and adults navigating questions around identity (like gender, sexuality, relationship structure, neurodivergence)...”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Judith Ochieng

Judith Ochieng

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


Open-minded, and always willing to learn from my clients. I am passionate and warm.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jennifer Thompson

Jennifer Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am committed to creating a welcoming, safe environment to help clients work through challenges in order to feel empowered to get what they want out of life.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
David Prior

David Prior

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My therapy is aimed at increasing hope, reducing discomfort, providing direction to solve problems, and creating the know-how and courage to problem solve on your own.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margit Muenyi

Margit Muenyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care with a strong focus on treating the whole person—not just symptoms or diagnoses.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
James Kelleher

James Kelleher

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My style is direct, practical, and down-to-earth. I'll challenge you when it's helpful, support you when you need it, and keep things real every step of the way.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Roslyn Rice

Roslyn Rice

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I use an integrated approach to therapy which means I vary my techniques/interventions based on individual needs.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Virginia Pierce

Virginia Pierce

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My focus is humanistic psychology, transpersonal development, and good mental health wellness/hygiene.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Michelle Walker

Michelle Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


I am ready to listen and to help you in any way I can. I have helped many people reduce anxiety and depression and I would like to help you as well. I have worked with college students, new moms, men, people dealing with work/life balance, grief and loss and older adults who are going through various issues such as struggles with their adult children and health issues. Let's turn some of those tears into laughter. Let's talk.

Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alexandra Chaplik

Alexandra Chaplik

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I consider myself a more direct therapist and I like when my client is able to identify some therapeutic goals that we can work towards in treatment.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Zelenia Pellat

Zelenia Pellat

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I strive to ensure that every client feels heard, respected, and empowered as we work together to create meaningful change.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bonnie Szymanski

Bonnie Szymanski

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


If anxiety has been calling the shots in your life — keeping you from doing things you love, making you second-guess yourself, or trapping you in a cycle of "what ifs" — you've come to the right place.

I'm an anxiety specialist, and I've dedicated my practice to helping people just like you take their life back from anxiety, phobias, OCD, and intrusive thoughts. I know how exhausting it is to feel like your own mind is working against you. The good news? It doesn't have to stay that way. You are not your anxiety, and with the right tools, you don't have to let it make your decisions anymore.

I genuinely love this work. There's nothing more rewarding than watching someone realize they have more power over their anxiety than they ever thought possible — and I'd love the chance to help you experience that too.

Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Gates

Robert Gates

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I have 40 yrs of experience in private practice, government and military related-issues... Post-masters includes marriage and family and substance abuse.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Anna Schubbe

Anna Schubbe

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“As someone that struggles with mental health and has overcome multiple life obstacles, being your coach and guide would be her pleasure.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Roy Evans

Roy Evans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Peoria, AZ


“I have significant experience in Pediatric, Adult, and Geriatric Psychiatry, I tend to specialize in Child and Adult ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Autism, and Bipolar.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Cally Skalko

Cally Skalko

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My passion as an Existential Therapist is guiding and supporting my clients toward peace and a Holistic life of LOVE.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Gwendoline Besong

Gwendoline Besong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Heartland Mental Health Services, holding a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University (2024). With over 15 years of registered nursing experience in Arizona — spanning inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, community mental health, crisis stabilization, substance-use treatment, and long-term care — I bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to every encounter. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, psychosis, substance use disorders, and chronic mental illness, providing comprehensive psychiatric assessments and medication management grounded in individualized, evidence-based, collaborative care. I am committed to fostering a supportive, stigma-free environment that empowers clients to take an active role in their healing and long-term wellness.

Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Humorous, Warm

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