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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in West Hartford, CT

Seeking mental health care in West Hartford? Headway works with your Aetna insurance to connect you with experienced providers across neighborhoods like Elmwood and Faxon Park. Providers are available within two weeks, with copays around $30.

Chen Beckford

Chen Beckford

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is calm, direct, and action-oriented we're not just talking in circles, we're working toward real, felt change.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Lassiter

Cynthia Lassiter

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is warm, supportive, and centered around helping people feel more like themselves again.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Trauma
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Kelly Minor

Kelly Minor

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I began my career working with children and quickly expanded my expertise to include adults and couples. Throughout my 26 years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have seen the incredible power of the human spirit to overcome trauma and unexpected life struggles. Watching my clients transition from "surviving" to "thriving" remains the most inspiring part of my work.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, 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
Ethan Kelly

Ethan Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I approach defining the problem from a strength-based perspective. I have worked with clients across the life cycle and bring a psychodynamic and personal growth approach to improve functioning and outcomes in major life areas.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Pacific Giordano

Pacific Giordano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is a trauma-focused approach focusing on removing barriers past trauma poses to improve mental, emotional, physical and social well-being.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Laura Mariani

Laura Mariani

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


My name is Laura and I am here to help you find peace and healing in your life. I studied clinical social work at Boston College. Over my career I have worked with people facing difficult life changes, anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, parenting difficulties, grief among many other challenges. I have a specialty working with those with type 1 diabetes, or those parenting a child with type 1 diabetes.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brittney McPherson

Brittney McPherson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to provide a safe space for each individual to be open and honest in a safe and non-judgmental environment.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latiaha Lewis

Latiaha Lewis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


My name is Tia, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of behavioral health experience.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
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
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
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“My therapeutic style is approachable, humorous, and open-minded, tailored to meet individual client needs.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, 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
Jennifer Watkins

Jennifer Watkins

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that a strong, trusting rapport is most important in establishing a therapeutic relationship and will always spend the time needed to help each person I work with feel comfortable, regardless of how long it takes or what it looks like.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Jeffrey Trant

Dr. Jeffrey Trant

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that healing begins with a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard and understood.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Michelle Brooks

Michelle Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is relaxed, eclectic, and relationship-based. I work from a client-centered, strengths-based perspective...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Bennett

Jill Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • Shelton, CT


“My approach to treatment is interactive, strengths based, supportive, solution oriented and holistically supportive of body mind and spirit.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Audra Tolbert-Martin

Audra Tolbert-Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I provide a warm, caring, curious and compassionate space to explore your life so that you may live more consciously in abundance and choice.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Dalaise Hickey

Dalaise Hickey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal as a therapist is to partner with you to teach you the coping skills and techniques to manage in your daily life and accomplish the goals you have set during our work together.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Venesa White

Venesa White

Therapist

Virtual • Bristol, CT


Hello, and welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care. My practice focuses on supporting young and middle-aged adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD symptoms, and life transitions, as well as working mothers and new moms balancing the demands of family, career, and personal well-being.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Domenica South

Domenica South

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hi, I’m Nikki — owner of Dragonfly Haven Wellness LCSW PLLC. I’m looking forward to starting our work together.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker with a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University, earned in 2003. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of supporting children, teens, adults, and families through life’s challenges in both outpatient and school-based mental health settings.

I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, supported, and genuinely understood. My approach is warm and collaborative, while also helping to point out connections to support your growth. I draw from a blend of psychodynamic therapy, relational approaches, CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and Encompass co-occurring treatment to help clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change.

I’ve recently completed a certified integrative mental health provider course and somatic technique training to focus more on body-based approaches alongside traditional talk therapy to support healing as a whole-person process.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to do it alone. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are and knowing that I am here to work alongside you as you move towards change.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Austin

Andrew Austin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that YOU are the expert in your own life. Rather than me offer up solutions, I'll create a warm, positive environment to consider how to move forward regarding challenges.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Daniel Kaplin

Dr. Daniel Kaplin

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I trust that you have the strength, resources, and the capacity within you to overcome your life challenges.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Tiffany Lovelady

Dr. Tiffany Lovelady

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is conversational and down-to-earth- I want therapy to feel like an honest, supportive dialogue, not a clinical interview.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Jane Frumberg

Jane Frumberg

Therapist

Virtual • Norwalk, CT


“I help teens and adults move through the pain of trauma, anxiety, depression, and overwhelm so they can finally feel like themselves again — calm, connected, and in control.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taniesha Delph

Taniesha Delph

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My role as a therapist is to empower those facing various issues in their life; assisting clients to cope with difficult situations in a more adaptive way.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luz Mora

Luz Mora

Therapist

Virtual • Bridgeport, CT


“I understand how challenging life can be, from managing anxiety and depression to navigating important life challenges.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Nilda Perez

Nilda Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Through EMDR, I help process and reframe traumatic memories, reducing their emotional weight and easing anxiety and depression.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kamay Gaboda

Kamay Gaboda

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Clients can expect to have me as a trusted partner in their healing journey and walk away feeling capable and empowered.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cristal Hawthorne

Cristal Hawthorne

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is supportive and compassionate, providing a safe space to explore challenges, gain clarity and build practical skills to live a more balanced life.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara Aniballi

Kara Aniballi

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth — rooted in the idea that meaningful change happens when you feel genuinely heard and supported.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie St Martin

Natalie St Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is compassionate, culturally responsive, and grounded in helping clients build confidence, healthier relationships, and stronger emotional balance.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Maria Lopez

Maria Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a space where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered within their cultural context.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jenna Dearborne

Jenna Dearborne

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is to start building a relationship with my client and get to know each other on a human level to build trust.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Denise Leonard

Denise Leonard

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“You can expect to feel heard, respected, validated, and cared for, which, I hope, gives you peace, new hope, and a smile on your face.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Lara Novinski

Lara Novinski

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a practical, compassionate approach to therapy, meeting clients where they are and helping them build insight, coping skills, and meaningful change at their own pace.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Samantha Nunes

Samantha Nunes

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Each session should feel like sanctuary, relief, and moving closer towards the life your highest self envisions.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alicia Albertson

Alicia Albertson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in treating eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and body image concerns.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Energetic, 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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