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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Stamford, CT

Headway helps Stamford patients maximize their Aetna benefits with transparent copays between $0-$30 per session. Our 1,578 licensed providers support talk therapy and medication management with convenient virtual and in-person options.

Laura Tyson

Laura Tyson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work with teens and adults who are feeling anxious, stressed, depressed, unmotivated. I also work with transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, and lesbian and gay youth and adults.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Anabela Pereira

Anabela Pereira

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Throughout my career, I've worked with a broad range of concerns including relationship abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, divorce, family conflict, and parenting.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Nicole Beall

Nicole Beall

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“I believe lasting change happens when we address both the emotional challenges people face and the patterns that keep those challenges going.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Rachel DeMoura

Rachel DeMoura

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I've helped many individuals navigate challenges by offering a safe, non-judgmental space for healing where you can gain clarity on your emotions, recognize patterns in your relationships, and build the confidence to move toward positive change.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Takeisha Judkins

Takeisha Judkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to empower clients with the tools, support, and confidence to navigate challenges and achieve lasting mental well-being.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Diane Guardiani

Dr. Diane Guardiani

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Niantic, CT


If you're navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, or any of the many things that can weigh on you, you deserve a clinician who takes your history seriously and works with you — not around you. That's what I aim to be. I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 25 years of experience treating adolescents (12+) and adults, and I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Whether medication is part of the picture or not, my goal is to help you understand what's going on and find a path forward that fits your life.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Zhané Dimmitt

Zhané Dimmitt

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I hold space and I hold you accountable, because I believe you're capable of more than you may be giving yourself credit for right now.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin MacGregor

Justin MacGregor

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a safe and non judgemental space in which I'll work to help you build healthier boundaries, alter habits that no longer serve you, and learn coping strategies to manage life's stressors.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Karin Sidman-Croghan

Dr. Karin Sidman-Croghan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I often incorporate humor and friendly conversation into our work together, creating a comfortable space where therapy can feel less formal and more like a natural dialogue.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Katelyn Koning

Katelyn Koning

Therapist

Virtual • Ridgefield, CT


“My goal is to help you gain an awareness of the connections between your thoughts emotions, and body sensations.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Emily Ambeau

Emily Ambeau

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that prioritizing mental health is essential for building happiness and stability in life.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julian Arias

Julian Arias

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I focus on enhancing your self-awareness through exploration of your childhood upbringing, values and belief system, relationships, complex trauma...”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Danielson

Eric Danielson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I will walk alongside of you as a guide using an integrative approach to foster hope while you determine the destination of our course.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Kimberly Leak

Kimberly Leak

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I've spent my career working with people who are dealing with some of life's hardest circumstances — trauma, addiction, domestic violence, grief, chronic illness, and the day-to-day weight of anxiety and depression that doesn't announce itself. I bring both clinical training and real compassion to that work.

As a Black female therapist, I'm especially attuned to the cultural context that shapes how we experience stress, seek help, and heal. I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, BPD, domestic violence, and substance use, and I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors across Connecticut.

My approach is practical and trauma-informed — I meet you where you are, not where I think you should be. You've already taken a step by being here. We can take the next ones together.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clementina Pecor

Clementina Pecor

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I bring a warm but direct approach to my work and have genuine care for every individual I've had the pleasure to help.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Ifeyinwa Utoh-Ofodile

Ifeyinwa Utoh-Ofodile

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Berlin, CT


“Ify is caring, compassionate, and self-motivated, she is committed to providing client-centered and quality individualized care to people with mental health concerns.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Lilyvette Perez

Lilyvette Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm warm but direct, and I use treatments with strong evidence behind them: Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and Prolonged Exposure (PE) for PTSD.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sharonshay Hudson

Dr. Sharonshay Hudson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I understand that each individual's mental health needs are unique, and I create a safe environment to work closely with clients in developing personalized care.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Roberta Gelfand

Roberta Gelfand

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm direct, warm, and honest about what I see. I won't just reflect your words back at you — I'll help you understand where you came from well enough to stop being controlled by it.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Chrystal Beaujour

Chrystal Beaujour

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 7 years of experience working in behavioral health working with teens, adults, couples, and families.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Merit Nwosu

Merit Nwosu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Danbury, CT


“Our philosophy goes beyond medication alone, we take a holistic approach to mental health that includes the thoughtful use of supplements, vitamins, nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Shanae Henley

Shanae Henley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client centered. I create a supportive space where you can feel seen and heard...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Carlton Jean

Dr. Carlton Jean

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My services seeks to inspire hope and collaborate to develop concrete skills and approaches in addressing a wide range of issues and concerns for my clients.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Ellen Fischel

Ellen Fischel

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“You don't have to navigate life's challenges alone—and you deserve a space where you feel genuinely understood.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Valbona Avdija

Dr. Valbona Avdija

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with dual certifications in Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Practice, I provide compassionate, holistic care...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. James Lubin

Dr. James Lubin

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Dr. Lubin emphasizes the importance of conducting a thorough assessment and utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Kubra Aydin

Kubra Aydin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to see my clients beyond their diagnoses and to raise awareness of the societal and cultural challenges that may prevent them from fulfilling their true potential.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzette Fagan

Suzette Fagan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am not just here to listen—I am here to help you understand patterns, build emotional resilience, and create meaningful change in your life.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Carolina Carrera

Carolina Carrera

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am an LCSW with years of experience working with teens and adults helping them navigate managing stress, gain coping skills, and family conflict. I am here to work with you to conquer whatever goals you'd like to achieve.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kris Caceci

Kris Caceci

Therapist

Virtual • Southbury, CT


“My approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, humor, and a strong belief in the resilience of every person.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Women's issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keri Reilly

Keri Reilly

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience supporting individuals and families across diverse clinical settings. My career began in group homes working with adolescents and adults living with chronic mental illness, followed by work with the Department of Children and Families, Visiting Nurse Association and Crisis Intervention through the hospital Emergency Department where I developed strong skills in assessment, stabilization, and systems navigation.

For the past 10 years, I have specialized in Integrated Behavioral Health within a primary care setting, collaborating closely with medical providers to deliver whole-person, accessible mental health care.

I earned my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Marist College and my Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University. I utilize a range of evidence-based and client-centered treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), insight-oriented therapy, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. My work is grounded in helping clients build insight, develop coping strategies, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Vincenzo Torizzo

Vincenzo Torizzo

Therapist

Virtual • New Milford, CT


“I like to show clients that everyone has limitless potential, and that they are stronger than they may know.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Robert Amatruda

Robert Amatruda

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a person centered therapist with specialties ranging from trauma, CBT and ASD. I have a history working with ages spanning early childhood to middle aged. I provide a holistic approach that incorporates creative and unique interventions.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Makayla Cunningham

Makayla Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a personalized, down-to-earth approach to therapy, because I believe healing looks different for everyone.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Ryan Price

Ryan Price

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I offer counseling that empowers you to navigate life's challenges with resilience and strength. You can access professional support wherever you are, without the need to travel or disrupt your busy schedule.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Lucia Castellano

Lucia Castellano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I can assist with those struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, negative thoughts, illness, loss and letting go of old patterns to promote a healthier lifestyle.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Wilborne

Leslie Wilborne

Therapist

Virtual • Hamden, CT


“I describe my practice as one that is built upon the belief that people begin to heal at the moment, they feel heard.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Kara Riggott

Kara Riggott

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I feel that as the client you are the expert of yourself and focus on teaching you to be your own therapist.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Wolftrand

Michael Wolftrand

Therapist

Virtual • Southbury, CT


“My training in play therapy and ACT allows me to help people accept their challenging thoughts and emotions instead of combating them.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Velidow

Emily Velidow

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My favorite part of this work is offering space for people to unload the weight they carry and hope they can move on a little bit lighter.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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.