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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Gainesville, FL

Connect with Aetna-accepting therapists in Gainesville through Headway's extensive provider network. With copays from $0-$20 and same-week availability, mental health support has never been more accessible or affordable.

Deborah Kelly

Deborah Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“The relationship we build in therapy matters to me. Feeling safe, respected, and genuinely heard is often what allows meaningful change to happen.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Cassandra Astolis

Cassandra Astolis

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Years of experience allow me to understand what needs to "shift" within the mind and body in order to feel calm, centered and capable in your life.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Alexys Guerra Diaz

Alexys Guerra Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I utilize a variety of interventions tailored to each individual's needs and personal goals in hopes of providing a safe space where healing from the inside out can take place.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Jill Nichols

Jill Nichols

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I believe that healthy relationships are one of the most important parts of emotional well-being. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I help individuals and couples strengthen communication, navigate conflict, process life transitions, and build deeper, healthier connections with themselves and others.


My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, and I work to make the process feel comfortable, approachable, and meaningful from the very beginning.


I have experience supporting clients with relationship challenges, anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, communication difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and personal growth. I work with adults, couples, and individuals who are looking to better understand themselves, improve their relationships, and create lasting positive change.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kelly Allen

Kelly Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Oftentimes the beginning of any new journey can feel intimidating and overwhelming. Taking that first step toward something unknown can bring uncertainty, vulnerability, and discomfort. As your counselor, my goal is to meet you where you are, creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted. I believe that healing and growth happen through genuine connection and collaboration. Together, we will identify realistic goals that align with your unique needs and values, while working at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Cindy Vanegas

Cindy Vanegas

Therapist

Virtual • Tampa, FL


“Have you ever questioned yourself after being made to feel like your feelings, needs, or experiences didn't matter? ... Experiences like these can affect your confidence, mental health, and ability to trust yourself.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrol Bissoondial

Carrol Bissoondial

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My focus on is mindfulness-based therapy which is an approach that emphasizes the practice of mindfulness as a means of improving mental well-being and promoting psychological healing.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Courtney Paxson

Courtney Paxson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in codependency and the effects of narcissistic abuse; I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, chronic illnesses and always come from a trauma informed lens.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Pamela Sykes

Pamela Sykes

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, respectful, and down-to-earth, and I aim to create a space where you feel genuinely heard and supported as you move forward.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Melissa Lahmeyer

Melissa Lahmeyer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Largo, FL


“As a breast cancer survivor, I hold a deeply personal understanding of the profound impact that medical crises, life-altering diagnoses, and chronic illness have on the mind, body, and spirit.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
James Gilligan

James Gilligan

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a therapist who believes meaningful change happens through a motivational, collaborative, and empowering process.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Danya Mckinney

Danya Mckinney

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in helping adults move from self-abandonment toward self-acceptance so they can better understand their needs, honor their strengths, and create a life that feels more authentic and intentional.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Anna Dotey

Anna Dotey

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is collaborative, compassionate, and solution-focused. Together, we'll build on your strengths, explore what's been getting in the way, and develop practical strategies to help you feel more confident and in control of your life.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Richard Rizo

Dr. Richard Rizo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


My practice style is open minded, solution focused, and direct to the point. I love to help any individual from a humanistic point of view. I am extremely empathetic, love to be honest and being honest with my patients is key in my every day practice.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ashley Burchell

Ashley Burchell

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My name is Ashley, and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist/Mental Health Counselor in NJ, NY, DE, and FL. I have experience working with individuals, families, and couples across the lifespan. I graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have been in clinical therapy work since 2017. Prior to that I was utilizing my psychology background in case management and social work support services in various settings, working with a variety of populations (including underserved people and minorities, and previously incarcerated individuals). It is truly my life's purpose to connect with others and I love empowering individuals on their personal journey.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Richard Fincke

Richard Fincke

Therapist

Virtual • Old Town, FL


“I am an interactive, solution-focused therapist. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Cuong Ton

Dr. Cuong Ton

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“Dr. Ton employs an empathetic and inquisitive approach, fostering a supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Lee Sloan

Lee Sloan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stuart, FL


“Utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy), I believe only a dynamic and individualized approach to each...”
Aetna + 15 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
John Poli

John Poli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Port St. Lucie, FL


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and strengths-based. We will work together as a team to identify your goals and the path to best get you there.”
Aetna + 18 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Shelly Mentus

Shelly Mentus

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I apply various therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)... to empower clients to change negative thinking patterns and develop practical solutions.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phillip-bernard Jeanty

Phillip-bernard Jeanty

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a fun-loving therapist who has been working in the mental health field for the past nine years, with experience in high-acuity psychological settings and a specialization in anxiety treatment.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Verla Barrow

Verla Barrow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“I provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel safe to explore difficult thoughts and emotions.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sophonie Gedeon

Sophonie Gedeon

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a bilingual licensed counselor (English & Haitian Creole) I use various approaches such as: psychodynamic, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral, solutions focused, family systems and gestalt method to help individuals move towards a...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Hazel Garcia

Hazel Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My two passions in life are being a therapist and traveling the world. I completed my master's in Mental Health Counseling at Nova Southeastern University. I love working with all individuals who need the extra help during the hardest times of their lives. I have professional experience with all ages. I have experience with anxiety, depression, high risk, stress management, trauma and more. In my professional journey I have worked in various environments including inpatient and outpatient.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jaisy Gutierrez

Jaisy Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Royal Palm Beach, FL


“I take an eclectic approach to therapy, tailoring sessions to each client's needs using experiential methods like play, sand-tray, psychodrama, EMDR and talk therapy.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edlyne Joseph

Edlyne Joseph

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“In our work together, we combine empathy with science to help you understand what's happening inside your brain.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Joseph

Joshua Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where we can work together to understand your needs and develop a personalized plan for healing and growth.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Lindsay Neill

Lindsay Neill

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I often use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to assist clients in managing emotions and mood fluctuations in a healthier manner.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Lisa Sussman

Lisa Sussman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is solution oriented. Regardless of what our history is, it should not define us and hinder our lives.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jenny Kirn

Jenny Kirn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Weston, FL


“I am a bilingual marriage and family therapist with twenty years experience working with individuals, couples, and families of various age groups and diversities.”
Aetna + 16 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nicole Pera

Nicole Pera

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I have a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Canisius College in the State of New York, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in NY and FL. I have extensive experience with dual diagnoses including co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. I additionally have significant experience counseling individuals through various life transitions. I have extensive experience working with family conflict and am certified in alternative dispute resolution techniques.

Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Aser Ones

Aser Ones

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I'm Aser Ones, a bilingual (Spanish and English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience. I earned my MSW from Barry University. My practice is 100% virtual, so I work with adults anywhere in Florida from the comfort of their own space. I'm passionate about helping people move through anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficult life transitions toward real, measurable change

Aetna + 16 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Powell

Michelle Powell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I create a safe, non-judgmental environment where we collaborate to set achievable goals, empowering you to build resilience...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Lauren Graham

Lauren Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I’m Lauren, an LCSW who provides individual sex therapy for adult women through telehealth. I help women who are struggling with low or absent sexual desire, desire differences within relationships, difficulty with arousal or orgasm, painful sex, sexual shame, and difficulty communicating about sex.


You may love your partner and still wonder, “Why don’t I want sex anymore?” You may feel pressured, disconnected from your body, embarrassed talking about sex, or unsure what you even want sexually. These concerns are more common than many women realize, and therapy offers a private, judgment-free place to understand what may be contributing to them.


My goal is not to tell you how often you should have sex or what your sex life should look like. Instead, we’ll work toward helping you better understand your sexuality, identify your needs, strengthen your sense of choice and agency, and create a sexual life that feels authentic and satisfying to you.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Cassie Mahan

Cassie Mahan

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I show up with warmth, respect, and genuine curiosity about who you are, not just what you're struggling with.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Mercedes Harrison

Mercedes Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is for you to leave each session with tangible tools, practical insight, and personalized resources that you can continue using and reflecting on outside of therapy.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Nakia Alford - Sunday

Nakia Alford - Sunday

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My greatest gratification is to assist others in excelling and reaching life goals and becoming mentally healthy.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
K'Nyia Trimble

K'Nyia Trimble

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“You can expect to leave aware of your contributions to the dilemma at hand and equipped with tools on how to reach your goals.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Gordon

Tiffany Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • West Palm Beach, FL


“I focus on supporting first responders, military personnel, law enforcement officers, and their families.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Melissa Belyea

Melissa Belyea

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a very open and client centered therapist. I believe in empowering clients to see what makes them unique.”
Aetna + 15 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous

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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