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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Stamford, CT

Stamford residents with UnitedHealthcare can find therapy providers through Headway starting at $0-$30 per session. We work directly with your insurance so you can focus on care while choosing from 631 qualified professionals.

Leslie Friedman

Leslie Friedman

Therapist

Virtual • Simsbury, CT


“I like all clients, young and old, to feel heard and understood by providing them with unconditional positive regard.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Samantha Nunes

Samantha Nunes

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Each session should feel like sanctuary, relief, and moving closer towards the life your highest self envisions.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Burhan Riaz

Dr. Burhan Riaz

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Enfield, CT


“My goal is to build a lasting, trusted partnership with you, supporting your journey toward a fulfilling life.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Lauren Ayello

Lauren Ayello

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental and trusting environment with a sprinkle of humor and directness when appropriate.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
LeAnna Longhi

LeAnna Longhi

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Life can be unpredictable—and sometimes overwhelming. Whether you’re adjusting to a major life change, navigating the challenges of parenting, or feeling weighed down by anxiety or depression, you’re not alone. I’m here to help you make sense of what you’re feeling and find your footing again. With over 13 years of experience, I work with adults and adolescents to explore what’s going on beneath the surface and help you build tools to move forward.

United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, OCD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Risa Lenney

Risa Lenney

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I do operate from a strength based position. I am going to help highlight what is going well and build on that.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shomari Beamon

Shomari Beamon

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families to address behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Michael Wiseman

Michael Wiseman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe the best mental health care begins with listening. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, ensuring you feel heard...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teresa Kennedy

Teresa Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapy approach is solution focused. I need to know what the problems are yet we don't stay focused on the problems.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Andrea Chik

Andrea Chik

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I like taking a more holistic approach and utilizing integrative care approaches with psychopharmacological treatment options.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Grisel Rivera

Grisel Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Middlefield, CT


Life can sometimes feel heavy, confusing, or simply different than you expected. There are moments when we feel overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or unsure of what comes next. Therapy can offer a place to pause, breathe, and feel supported without judgment.

I believe you deserve a space where you can be yourself, tell your story, and feel genuinely heard. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I meet you where you are and work alongside you to better understand what you're experiencing, build on the strengths you already have, and find ways to move forward.

Whether you are working through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to walk through it alone.

United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Larry Smith

Larry Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Therapy isn't about labeling you — it's about slowing things down, making sense of patterns, and building emotional tools that fit your real life.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Kristen Crossen

Kristen Crossen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. I've been practicing for 15 years, and my main focus is to help alleviate your pain, whether it be from depression, anxiety, trauma, or dissociation. I've excelled myself in and places great value on serving clients from diverse racial, gender, and sexual backgrounds. I am Deaf and fluent in American Sign Language.

United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Page

Elizabeth Page

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


HI! I'm Elizabeth! I'm an LMFT who graduated in 2018 fron Liberty University. I've worked in community mental health, psychiatric hospitals and private practice. I think I have the best job in the world and I absolutely love helping my clients find strategies and solutions that make sense for them! I typically work with teenagers and women who are going through life changes. They find themselves needing some additional help to solve problems or support to see it through.

United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Dr. Ashley Sansom

Dr. Ashley Sansom

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Using a patient-centered, holistic approach to care, she addresses both the physical and emotional aspects of health and wellbeing.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dori Gay

Dori Gay

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I founded and owned a facility for women in recovery from drugs and alcohol so I know how to help patients suffering from substance abuse disorder as well as their families who are impacted by addiction.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Mari Flatt

Mari Flatt

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My counseling approach combines primarily person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and solution focused techniques.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Lyle Williams

Lyle Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a therapist whose job is to help you feel better on your own terms through increased self-awareness.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Jennings

Catherine Jennings

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have over 20 years of professional experience helping clients manage stress and anxiety, navigate life changes, and build stronger interpersonal relationships.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Susan Valentino-Hersey

Susan Valentino-Hersey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hi! Welcome! Thank you for visiting my page! I am a Marriage and Family therapist with over 10 years in clinical practice. I focus my work on individuals and couple struggling with the stressors and impacts of building their families. I also specialize in infertility and treatment support, loss/grief work and parenting challenges.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
L. Iona Santos

L. Iona Santos

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is person-centered. In each session, I weigh the emotional with the rational using a blend of cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, holistic, and emotions-focused approaches.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne Marie Cox

Anne Marie Cox

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I embrace my sixties-era hippie chick persona and focus on providing a warm, open, accepting, and often humorous therapy space.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Naomi Parker

Naomi Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“With patience, directness, and a dollop of humor, I'm here to help you navigate the complexity of your inner and outer worlds.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Cornelius Anyanwu

Dr. Cornelius Anyanwu

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As a person of color and an immigrant, I hold a unique position in understanding cultural differences, values, and traditions...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Rachael Medina

Rachael Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who graduated from the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Southern Connecticut State University with my Master's degree.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Robert Tang Bau

Dr. Robert Tang Bau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe in educating patients about their conditions and treatment options, empowering them to actively participate in their own care.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sarah Cavarnos

Sarah Cavarnos

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I often utilize mindfulness techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in my practice.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. David Andersen

Dr. David Andersen

Psychologist

Virtual • Stamford, CT


“I first develop therapeutic relationships characterized by empathy, unconditional emotional support, and authenticity.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Jaritza Melendez Hernandez

Dr. Jaritza Melendez Hernandez

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I center my practice on providing a safe and nurturing setting to enhance all individuals' performance, and improve their life.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Allison-Evans, M.A, Lpc

Samantha Allison-Evans, M.A, Lpc

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Samantha utilizes Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) which is a type of psychotherapeutic treatment that helps people learn how to identify and change destructive or disturbing thought patterns that have a negative influence on behavior and emotions.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
John White

John White

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have worked with adults for 20 years and I have developed a strong grasp of the challenges that come along with trauma recognition and recovery, anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and men's wellness.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Meghan Rodriguez

Meghan Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I view therapy as a partnership. Finding a therapist you connect to is the number one priority and feeling safe in therapy so that you feel you can open up...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaclyn Semmeles

Jaclyn Semmeles

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Welcome to my page! I've been practicing clinical social work for 9 years. I graduated from Fordham University with a Masters in Social Work. My clinical experience ranges from individual therapy, group therapy, intensive outpatient therapy, to working with families in-home. My areas of specialty include working with patients with Anxiety, Depression, life transitions, and Borderline Personality D/O from ages 18-65+.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Najarian

Katie Najarian

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm interested in helping you slow those patterns down, understand where they come from, and develop a different relationship with the parts of yourself that may be contributing to distress.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deanne Sansone

Deanne Sansone

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“In our sessions, we will explore your thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Carpenter

Jacob Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am approachable and empowering with a strong motivation to support clients as they uncover their capacity for positive change.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Yolanda Liriano

Yolanda Liriano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“In your therapy journey with me you will be empowered with knowledge and tools to reach your treatment goals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanesha Morgan

Tanesha Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use a recovery oriented cognitive behavior therapy to help client realize their strength and abilities to overcome adversity...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Jessica Campbell

Jessica Campbell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have dedicated my career to empowering patients to achieve their optimal mental health and overall wellness through evidence‐based, compassionate care.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Shane Oakes

Shane Oakes

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Each client is unique, so I make a point to dive into each client's personal worldview and what they bring meaning to in their life, or lives.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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 United Healthcare plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — 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.