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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Arkansas

Headway partners with Aetna to bring therapy and medication management services throughout Arkansas. With 281 providers available and flexible in-person or virtual sessions, many patients pay as little as $0 per session with insurance coverage.

Terra Jackson

Terra Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I have worked with adults experiencing stress disorders, trauma history, major depression, anxiety, suicidal thinking, obsessional thinking and compulsive behaviors, attention and focusing difficulties and emotional control challenges.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Martha Kuhn

Martha Kuhn

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“My approach is compassionate, practical, and collaborative. I strive to create a safe space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported while also being challenged to grow stronger in your goals.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Christal Kennedy

Christal Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bentonville, AR


“As part of a neurodivergent-affirming practice, I strive to create a supportive, inclusive space where clients feel understood, empowered, and accepted.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Alicia Chiasson

Alicia Chiasson

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


When life gives you lemons...

My education gave me the tools to be a skilled clinician. But it was my own trauma that gave me the insight and depth I bring to this work. I know what it feels like to live in a body that doesn’t feel safe—to question everything, including yourself. I spent over a decade learning how to heal, reclaim my voice, and become the kind of guide I once needed.

In the midst of that long journey, I had a quiet moment of clarity: what I was going through wasn’t just about survival—it was about becoming someone who could walk with others through the dark. That experience grounds my work in both knowledge and deep compassion.

Learning to love the desert

I’ve come to believe that being lost isn’t a problem—it’s part of the path. Like La Loba, the mythical bone-gatherer who wanders the desert collecting what’s been buried and brings it back to life, I help others gather what they’ve lost along the way. That process is sacred, slow, and often surprising—but it’s how we come home to ourselves.

There are parts of you that haven’t died; they’ve just been waiting. And sometimes, when it all falls apart, that’s when the wild, wise parts of you rise again.

Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shantel Crosby

Dr. Shantel Crosby

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“As a clinician, my expertise lies in trauma, and I am trained in a variety of evidence-informed modalities to help clients achieve their goals...”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Fleming

Jennifer Fleming

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Jennifer wants to empower her clients to leave each session with a sense of accomplishment and discovery.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Pam Giardina

Pam Giardina

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Little Rock, AR


“I am trained in several trauma treatments for birth through adulthood... lean heavily on the client's preferences, goals, and motivation to make recommendations.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Dr. Stephanie Rodriguez

Dr. Stephanie Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, and life’s harder moments with over a decade of experience.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Lauren Bowling

Lauren Bowling

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Conway, AR


“I believe mental health care should feel supportive, collaborative, and free of judgment, and I strive to create an environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health, Men's issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Maryanne Graviano

Maryanne Graviano

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“My approach is strength-based, client-centered, and solution-focused. It's built around who you already are and what you're capable of.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Daniel Stewart

Daniel Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I believe every person has the capacity for growth, and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they pursue healing and lasting change.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sarah Zell

Sarah Zell

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I am committed to helping clients develop and maintain better relationships with their friends, neighbors, family members, and co-workers.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Ritchie

Jennifer Ritchie

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Jenn's philosophy embraces the ebb and flow of life's waves and tides, and she considers it a profound honor to walk alongside individuals as they navigate their healing journey, uncover resilience, and cultivate inner peace along the way.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Rebecca Bernstein

Rebecca Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“My clinical lens is founded on the belief that clients are the true experts of their own life, and the therapeutic relationship is a means towards exploration, empowerment, and actualization.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Carleton Brown

Dr. Carleton Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-S) and EMDRIA Certified Therapist with over 16 years of experience in counseling and clinical education.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Deanne Ross

Deanne Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience helping adults navigate some of the harder things life brings — anxiety, PTSD, OCD, grief, bipolar disorder, maternal mental health, infertility, eating disorders, and chronic illness, among others. I work with adults of all backgrounds and I'm fully LGBTQIA+-affirming. I see all of my clients via telehealth, which means if you're anywhere in Arkansas, we can work together — no commute, no waiting room. I'm warm and I'm direct, and I don't believe in keeping you in therapy longer than you need to be.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Arielle Speer

Arielle Speer

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Ari is a neurodivergent therapist with extensive experience working with and supporting other neurodivergent folk.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, OCD
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Catherine Quillet

Catherine Quillet

Therapist

Virtual • Little Rock, AR


“I love supporting individuals and couples through the life stages of infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and adoption.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Monica Sutton

Monica Sutton

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I've been practicing for 22 years, but in the last decade, have shifted my main focus to adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma related challenges.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Amanda Felhofer

Amanda Felhofer

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I use evidence-based techniques for anxiety, trauma, and emotional regulation, while keeping the process flexible and personalized.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
LeeShawn Brown

LeeShawn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I focus on developing a collaborative relationship with my client where they can feel empowered to actively participate in their therapeutic progress...”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Christopher Adams

Christopher Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I firmly believe in the effectiveness of the therapeutic process. With the support of a knowledgeable therapist, we can significantly improve our lives.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kassidi Lewis

Kassidi Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Magnolia, AR


“My approach integrates personalized counseling techniques with vocational rehabilitation strategies to address both emotional well-being and career-related concerns.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marty Erickson

Marty Erickson

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“As a U.S. Army Veteran, I bring both professional training and an understanding of military culture to my work with clients.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Liz Herrera

Liz Herrera

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • El Dorado, AR


“One of my greatest strengths is involving you in treatment decisions. You know yourself best, and I strive to meet you where you are in your journey.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Valerie Medina Hurst

Valerie Medina Hurst

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and culturally affirming. I draw on CBT, DBT, ACT, CPT, psychodynamic, somatic, and family systems frameworks.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shiann Metheny

Shiann Metheny

Therapist

Virtual • Judsonia, AR


“You will leave our sessions feeling heard and with some resource or strategy to help you process and learn new skills to practice and grow in our time between sessions.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Marlene Wadley

Marlene Wadley

Therapist

Virtual • Lavaca, AR


“My therapy style is encouraging and motivational. I focus mostly on person-centered and cognitive behavioral therapy, paired with solution-focused...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Kristan Williams

Kristan Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Smith, AR


“I have completed training in evidenced-based therapeutic approaches such as trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), child-parent psychotherapy (CPP), and eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Lauren Hudson

Lauren Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I want to help you become the best version of you! I would love to help you unlock what is already there!”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sarah Godlewski

Sarah Godlewski

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


I am a certified cognitive behavioral therapist who is also mindful of the emotions we feel as humans. I believe therapy is holistic—mind, body, and well-being. My goal is to create a safe and judgment-free place to help guide and support you. I was previously an elementary school teacher. I am neurodivergent and enjoy working with the neurodivergent population.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ebony Booker

Ebony Booker

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I have been in the field over 25 years and spend much of my care, service and delivery with children and adolescents but over the last 6 years have shifted my attention on adults with life transitions and trying to find work life balance in all...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Starlett Armstrong

Starlett Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I employ evidence-based techniques including EMDR, DBT, ARC, and TF-CBT to create a secure environment for exploring emotions.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Lesa Kilpatrick

Lesa Kilpatrick

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I am non-judgmental and open-minded about how I do therapy. It is my job to build rapport with the client and prove I can be trusted.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Geoff Gibson

Geoff Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Our time together will provide greater insight, self-love and acceptance, and actionable steps to improve your life.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jacob White

Dr. Jacob White

Therapist

Virtual • Rogers, AR


I have over 15 years of experience within the mental health field. I hold a PhD in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Education and Supervision. I am also a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in AR. I am also a Principal Investigator on many clinical trials for various companies.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Kathleen Jones

Kathleen Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“Clients describe me as caring, creative, engaged, and resourceful. I strive to be culturally humble, always learning something new from every person I serve.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jannetta Brass

Jannetta Brass

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Ballard

Amy Ballard

Therapist

Virtual • Little Rock, AR


“My style as a therapist is warm, direct, and down-to-earth. Therapy with me isn't just about talking things through—it's also about paying to physical responses to stress and pain so that you can heal and become more resilient.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Deborah Horton

Deborah Horton

Therapist

Virtual • Arkansas


“My goal is to offer a safe, supportive space where you can heal, grow, and feel more in control of your life.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.