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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Fort Collins, CO

Headway connects Fort Collins patients with Aetna to mental health providers across Old Town, Downtown, and South Fort Collins neighborhoods. With copays estimated around $30 per session and 3,675 providers in our network, you can access virtual or in-person sessions designed around your schedule and insurance coverage.

Brittany Valdez

Brittany Valdez

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe that therapy is most effective when you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Christopher Ward

Christopher Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My role isn't to tell you who to become, but to work with you to understand what you're experiencing, identify what matters most, and explore changes that feel meaningful and achievable.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Raul Vazquez Mestre

Raul Vazquez Mestre

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“You can expect to have a safe, nonjudgemental, calming environment where you will feel supported, understood and learn new coping skills that support your future.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Energetic, Participatory
Marita Peak

Marita Peak

Therapist

Virtual • Crestone, CO


“I believe healing involves developing greater capacity, self-understanding, connection, and resilience—not simply reducing symptoms.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Rachel Balderrama Del Hierro

Rachel Balderrama Del Hierro

Therapist

Virtual • Littleton, CO


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in understanding each person as a whole - considering their developmental, emotional, relational, and physical well-being.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Elizabeth Koenig

Elizabeth Koenig

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Colorado Springs, CO


Hello, I'm Liz! I have over 5 years of experience working inpatient, outpatient, and varying levels of severity. I enjoy getting to know people and be an extra ear to their troubles. I can be sarcastic at times, and consider myself a person talking to people!

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Jill Kauffman

Jill Kauffman

Psychologist

Virtual • Colorado


I have over 30 years of direct clinical experience. I work remotely at this time, and blend cognitive behavioral techniques with psychodynamic techniques, including dream work (if interested). I work with adults with a wide range of challenges. I cannot make your anxiety disappear; however, I can help you change your relationship to it.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Christine DeBruyn

Christine DeBruyn

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and understood.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Breanna Alderson

Breanna Alderson

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I want to come across as a real human and not just the stereotypical therapist who just nods their head.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Leanne Seguin

Dr. Leanne Seguin

Psychologist

Virtual • Colorado


My specialties include trauma, relationships, supervision, and medical issues. I will help you be more conscious of your thoughts, emotions, and body and thus reach your potential.


My previous education in biology and neuropsychology has provided me with knowledge that is invaluable, especially during trauma work. Because I find both Eastern and Western psychological practices useful, I integrate many tools and therapies into the sessions and tailor treatment to each individual.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


I’m Thomas Moore, LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor providing therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, identity development, and complex relational patterns. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in repeating cycles such as overthinking, people pleasing, emotional shutdown, intense reactions, or difficulty maintaining stable relationships even when they logically understand what they should do. My goal is to help you translate insight into real change.

My approach is structured and compassionate. I integrate evidence based methods including cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and trauma informed therapy. Sessions focus on understanding why your brain reacts the way it does and building practical tools you can actually use outside the therapy room. This is not only about talking through problems but learning how to respond differently when they show up in real life.

I work well with clients who want more than passive support and are ready to build skills, increase self awareness, and interrupt patterns that no longer serve them.

What clients should know before starting

Therapy with me is collaborative and active and you will learn strategies rather than only venting. We will work on understanding both the emotional and neurological side of your reactions. Sessions focus on present day functioning while also addressing past experiences that still affect you. I may gently challenge patterns when it supports growth while maintaining a supportive and respectful space. Progress often comes from small repeated changes rather than sudden breakthroughs.

If you are looking for therapy that combines validation with practical change, we will likely work well together.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Teresa Hernandez

Teresa Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


My name is Teresa Hernandez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have 20+ years working with Mental Health and Substance Abuse challenges.

I love working with adults and youth ages 11-80. I have worked with many modalities such DBT, CBT, Anger Management, Crisis intervention, Suicide Prevention, and Substance Abuse. I've worked with clients from many walks of life and with varied needs.

I earned my Master's Degree in Social Work at the University of Wyoming. Wyoming is my home state. It is filled with wildlife and the worst snow you can image. I moved to Colorado in 2010 to continue my quest for helping others. Many years ago, someone helped me and I having been giving back for more than 20+ years. Together, we will develop a comprehensive plan so that you can get the tools you need to help you reach your goals. It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help and for that I appreciate you. Please contact me to see if we're a good fit.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darcie O'Connor

Darcie O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual • Denver, CO


“I believe healing happens in connection, and I'm here to walk alongside you with warmth, curiosity, and respect as you move toward greater balance and well-being.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Kristina Asimava

Kristina Asimava

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


I offer EMDR and talk therapy for a variety of issues. I use solution-focused, strength-based, attachment focused and trauma-informed approaches to help my clients define a desirable change and move towards it while addressing the underlying unresolved issues. I tailor the therapeutic process to my clients' specific needs.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Donna Wilson

Donna Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe counseling is a collaborative and empowering process where healing begins through connection, safety, and self-awareness.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Ramez Ghanbari

Dr. Ramez Ghanbari

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Colorado


Completed my adult psychiatry residency at Duke University Medical Center and recognize the importance of synergistic effects of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy to achieve best clinical outcomes. Beyond Medical school and Psychiatric residency, I completed an additional Ph.D. in Neurosciences, fostering a deeper understanding of the field of Psychiatry and psychotropic treatment options. I have additional knowledge and experience in adjunct treatments including TMS and Ketamine.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Laura Seese

Laura Seese

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a conversation, not a clinical exercise, and I'll never make you feel judged for where you are right now.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Malkin

Justin Malkin

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“Instead of putting a Band-Aid on the present, I believe that with Cognitive-Behavioral techniques, we can protect ourselves from future hardship by learning and using these preventative therapeutic skills.”
Aetna + 17 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Sophia Atwood

Sophia Atwood

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I especially enjoy supporting adults with ADHD and autism as they explore masking, burnout, sensory needs, boundaries, and relationships.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Austin Papini

Austin Papini

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


Welcome! I'm Austin and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Colorado. I am fully licensed as of July 2026 but prior to this, I have worked in both outpatient and correctional settings as a provisionally licensed counselor and intern. I work with clients 18+ with presenting issues including depression, anxiety, grief, and more to improve areas such as emotion regulation and distress tolerance. I also enjoy working with those in the LGBTQIA+ community and am a member of the community myself!

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Lisa Strub

Lisa Strub

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My clients share with me how they feel better after our sessions because they are heard, supported and not judged.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jannet Martinez Chavira

Jannet Martinez Chavira

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I want therapy to be a place where you don't have to choose between honoring where you come from and taking care of yourself.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Antoinette Barney

Antoinette Barney

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe that you are the expert on your own life and I will utilize my own expertise to work with you to establish goals and meet you where you are.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Schettler

Kate Schettler

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“When clients choose to reflect back after sessions, they often verbalize to me that they feel seen and heard during our time together.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melisa Martinez

Melisa Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Grace Soske

Grace Soske

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


Are you navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD, neurodiversity, or questions around identity and life change, and hoping to feel more understood? I support people through trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, neurodiversity, and major life adjustments. My approach is warm, culturally humble, trauma-informed, and focused on you as a whole person. I believe you know yourself best, and I’m here to listen, understand your goals, and help you find steps that feel right for you.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Tristan Johnson

Tristan Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I am passionate about helping clients break out of negative cycles, improve communication, and build more meaningful connections with themselves and others.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Challenging, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Michaud

Sarah Michaud

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“They affectionately describe it as a "Frankenstein's monster" of therapy: stitched together from different frameworks, ideas, and interventions to fit the actual human sitting in front of them.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Stephen Valente

Stephen Valente

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kelly Smith

Kelly Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds. I’ve worked extensively with clients navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, and military and Veteran-related concerns, as well as a wide range of life challenges. These include relationship and family conflict, parenting stress, career transitions and workplace challenges, financial stress, grief and loss, identity and self-esteem concerns, major life changes, caregiving stress, burnout, and adjusting to new roles or stages of life such as pregnancy, postpartum, or empty nesting. I also have experience supporting individuals managing mood disorders, family-of-origin dynamics.

Aetna + 4 others
Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marika Dillon

Marika Dillon

Therapist

Virtual • Denver, CO


“Therapy with me is not about "fixing" who you are—it's about understanding how you're wired, supporting your nervous system, and creating a life that feels more sustainable and aligned with who you truly are.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Michelle Thompson

Michelle Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to better understand your unique experiences, identify your goals, and develop a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your needs and values.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Keith Kutnar

Keith Kutnar

Psychologist

Virtual • Colorado


“My approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in evidence-based care, helping clients better understand themselves while building tools that support meaningful change.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Ali Smith

Ali Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe healing happens in relationship. My approach is warm, person centered, affirming, and collaborative...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Thomas Stuart

Thomas Stuart

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I provide therapy that draws from multiple styles based on the client's needs, though typically I focus on a solution-oriented and individualized style...”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Jennica Jenkins

Dr. Jennica Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


As your therapist, I see both your strengths and the challenges that have brought you to counseling. I understand that pain, stress, and difficult seasons can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed or lead us into choices we never expected to make. You don’t have to be “sick” to benefit from therapy. Sometimes, we simply need a safe, supportive place to slow down, understand what we’re carrying, and find healthier ways forward.

Most importantly, therapy with me is a judgment-free, compassionate space where you can come exactly as you are. You don’t have to figure everything out alone. We can take the next steps together. Whether you’re working through anxiety, stress, relationships, parenting, or simply wanting to feel happier and more fulfilled, I’m here to meet you where you are. Together, we can reduce stress, strengthen relationships, build practical coping skills, and help you feel more grounded and confident in your everyday life.

Think about how many hats you wear—partner, parent, employee, boss, neighbor, caregiver, student, friend, and so much more. My goal is to help you feel more like yourself while navigating all of the roles and responsibilities life brings.

With specialized training and many years of experience as a pediatric specialist, I have a deep understanding of children and families from infancy through adolescence and the transition into adulthood. I can support you through the everyday challenges of parenting, help you and your partner find common ground, and offer practical, real-life strategies that fit your family.

Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP)

Certified Art Therapy Professional

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Certified

Certified Child Adolescent Trauma Specialist

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dawn Erlich

Dawn Erlich

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I'm here to encourage you, help you work through challenges, and empower you as you move toward your goals.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Cassi Stuckman

Cassi Stuckman

Therapist

Virtual • Boulder, CO


“My approach is body-centered, which means we pay attention to what your nervous system is telling us — not just your thoughts.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Ellie Ruth

Ellie Ruth

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I have witnessed and learned that the power to heal ourselves is real and I am able to offer support, skills and techniques...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Elizabeth Van Den Berg

Elizabeth Van Den Berg

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Direct, Empowering

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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