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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Jacksonville, FL

Access affordable mental health care in Jacksonville through Aetna with Headway's extensive provider network. Patients save an average of 75% on sessions, with copays ranging from $0-$25, plus the option for virtual or in-person visits tailored to your schedule.

Phylice Kessler

Phylice Kessler

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“With years of first-hand experience navigating the darkness, I'm able to utilize my counseling education, life-coaching skills and 25 years of yoga to help others heal and transform...”
Aetna + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Natalie Rothman

Dr. Natalie Rothman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I talk like a person in the room with you. You'll hear my real reactions, my questions when I get lost...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dorysel Diaz Diaz

Dorysel Diaz Diaz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that building a trusting therapeutic relationship is essential to helping clients achieve meaningful and lasting improvements in their mental health.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lee West

Lee West

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and supported.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Sharee Bailey

Sharee Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I bring a warm, affirming, and empowering approach to therapy, creating a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Erica DeSaussure

Erica DeSaussure

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience working in a variety of capacities in the mental health field.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Farnoush Termeforoosh

Farnoush Termeforoosh

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“The relationship between my clients and myself is one of the most important factors in seeing improvements in therapy.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


I'm a licensed psychologist working with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, significant life changes, or challenges with attention and focus. My goal is to offer a safe, affirming space to explore your life, your story, and what matters most to you — your experiences, your values, and where you hope to go. You are a complex, whole person made up of many parts — and there is room here for all of them.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Lacy Allen Watkins

Lacy Allen Watkins

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Lacy is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that specializes in working with clients with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), specifically working with many parents when there is perinatal or postpartum OCD and postpartum depression. Subtypes of OCD that she is most familiar with in addition to perinatal/postpartum OCD are Harm OCD, Contamination OCD, and Sexual Obsessions (such a Pedophilia OCD P-OCD). She has seen many clients with counting and checking related compulsions as well.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Badeau

Katherine Badeau

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical tools...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Lauren Butler

Lauren Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I’m Lauren Butler, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker who is passionate about helping people feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally supported in their lives. My work is rooted in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can be honest about what they’re going through and feel truly heard.

I have experience working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-esteem concerns. I believe therapy should feel collaborative, empowering, and practical—not intimidating. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, break unhelpful patterns, and build healthier ways of coping so they can move forward with more clarity and confidence.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Holly Garmon

Holly Garmon

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have specialized training and experience in perinatal and maternal mental health and support women throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and the evolving seasons of motherhood.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Home

David Home

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hello. Thank you for taking the time to invest in your healing and growth today. Whether you’re a newcomer to therapy/counseling or an experienced client, I feel it’s a brave and wonderful thing to do the work of mental-emotional healing. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, stress/anxiety, career challenges, LGBTQ+ related issues, grief and loss and trauma disorder such as PTSD.

Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sheryl Weir-Thompson

Dr. Sheryl Weir-Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion because growth and progress will not occur otherwise.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Michele Hancock

Michele Hancock

Therapist

Virtual • Jensen Beach, FL


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 26 years of experience. I have been providing mental health services to clients in Florida since 2013. I value building supportive relationships with both clients and professional colleagues.

I earned her bachelor’s degree from Catawba College in1993, where I double majored in Sociology and Clinical Psychology. I completed my Master of Social Work degree from Barry University in Florida in 1996.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Michelle Page

Michelle Page

Therapist

Virtual • Coral Springs, FL


“My style is warm, supportive, interactive, and solution-focused, while also creating space to process emotions, increase self-awareness, and gain insight into patterns that may be contributing to stress or emotional difficulties.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Veronica Guettler

Veronica Guettler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than a decade of experience caring for children, teens, and adults. My goal is to help each person better understand their symptoms and discover practical ways to improve their overall quality of life. I specialize in treating ADHD, behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood changes.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Antonio Hernandez Hernandez

Antonio Hernandez Hernandez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Medley, FL


I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression, and ADHD across the lifespan, and I work with adults and seniors navigating a range of mental health challenges — including bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorders, sleep difficulties, and more. My greatest strength is building genuine, trusting relationships with my patients. I take the time to listen without judgment, understand each person's unique needs, and create individualized treatment plans that help you feel supported and empowered throughout your mental health journey. Outside of work, I recharge by spending time with my family, traveling, and staying active outdoors.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Jordan Augustin

Jordan Augustin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“I am approachable, readily engage in communication, and maintain an open-minded perspective regarding treatment therapies that cater to the individual needs of all patients.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Melissa Zackery

Melissa Zackery

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“As a dual certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry and Primary Care, I merge medical proficiency with compassionate care in my practice.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Rhonda Heath

Rhonda Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pompano Beach, FL


“My approach to care is to meet you where you are. Ideally, you are ready for a holistic approach that focuses on supplements, therapy, TMS, and regular exercise.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Christina Cannon

Christina Cannon

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My therapeutic approach is to provide an empathetic, supportive, collaborative, and safe environment for those I serve.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Chelsea Dana

Chelsea Dana

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“For over 11 years, I've worked with adolescents and families navigating some of life's hardest chapters: trauma, depression, ADHD, and the family stress that tends to come with all of it.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Junior Peralta Pena

Dr. Junior Peralta Pena

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs, combining psychotherapy, education, and, when appropriate, medication management.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Clinkscale

Nicole Clinkscale

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


"Support for the woman who constantly cares for others. If you feel overwhelmed and stretched thin, I’m here to help you regain your balance and well-being."

My calling to this work comes from my own experience of holding everything in, carrying the weight of caring for others, and hiding my own exhaustion. For a long time, I understood what it meant to keep going even when I needed a break, to put others' needs before my own, and to believe I had to handle everything on my own.

Through my own growth and continued practice, I have learned the importance of self-care, self-compassion, and giving myself permission to slow down. I've learned that asking for help is not a sign of weakness, and that taking a break does not mean I'm falling behind.

These experiences have deepened my passion for helping other women who find themselves caught in the same cycle of giving, doing, and carrying-while quietly putting their own needs last. I believe you can care deeply for the people you love without losing yourself in the process.

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Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Monique Cohn

Monique Cohn

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • St. Petersburg, FL


I am Dr. Monique Cohn, a Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) provider.

My professional background includes extensive experience in supporting individuals and families navigating ADHD, developmental delays, learning difficulties, behavioral concerns, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. I am committed to a patient-centered approach that integrates compassion with clinical expertise. This includes individualized treatment planning and evidence-based interventions tailored to each client’s unique needs.

I collaborate closely with other professionals to promote lasting growth and well-being. Services are available both in-person in the St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay area, as well as virtually throughout Florida.

If you are seeking personalized support, I am here to help. Please contact me and learn more about how we can work together toward your goals.

Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iraldes Abreu

Iraldes Abreu

Therapist

Virtual • Boynton Beach, FL


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience supporting individuals through some of life’s most difficult challenges. As a U.S. Navy veteran, I bring a deep understanding of the unique stressors faced by service members, veterans, and their families. My work is centered on helping clients navigate PTSD, trauma, and the emotional impact of major life events with compassion, skill, and respect.

I specialize in trauma-informed care, substance abuse counseling, and client-centered therapy tailored to each individual’s needs. My professional background includes extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life transitions. As a bilingual clinician, I am committed to providing accessible, culturally responsive care to both English- and Spanish-speaking clients.

My therapeutic approach is collaborative, empathetic, and empowering. I integrate evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Narrative Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and trauma-focused interventions to help clients build resilience and achieve meaningful, lasting change.

My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. Whether you are processing trauma, navigating recovery, or seeking greater balance and clarity, I am here to walk alongside you. Together, we will work toward healing, growth, and a more fulfilling life.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Julie Hamoui

Julie Hamoui

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a self-love enthusiast committed to helping all humans learn how to build a healthier relationship with themselves.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rivka Wigder

Rivka Wigder

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I work to foster a curious, collaborative therapeutic space that helps you understand yourself more deeply, accept yourself more fully, and approach your life's challenges more intentionally.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Magnolia Hood

Magnolia Hood

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“When you leave your session with me, you will be able to track growth, have actual assignments, and/or be able to use the skills developed in the session.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Phillips

Tamara Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goals as a therapist are to improve your self-understanding and to empower you to take steps toward change, growth, and resiliency.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tony Bradford

Tony Bradford

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I walk alongside clients with hope, purpose, and compassion, helping them better understand what drives difficult cycles and how to respond in healthier, more manageable ways.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Darian Clark

Darian Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to create a compassionate, collaborative space where clients feel empowered to explore their inner world, reconnect with their values, and create meaningful change in their lives.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darren Lowe

Darren Lowe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winter Garden, FL


Born and raised in Central Florida, I attended UCF and Rollins College. I have spent time in youth ministry and have extensive experience in health care administration, business management and sales.


I'm married with 3 young kids and love outdoor activities, golf, coaching little league and spending time with friends and family.


I work with clients dealing with low self-worth or self-esteem, depression, anxiety, compulsive & addictive behaviors, unwanted sexual behaviors, social isolation & disconnection, spiritual & existential issues, couples & relational issues, and much more.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Michael Flatley

Michael Flatley

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Listening without judgement and collaborating for the best method that works for the client, years of experience, up to date on new methodology.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teresa Mack

Teresa Mack

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I work with clients in a collaborative way, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where they can explore their experiences and emotions openly.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Olivia Adamson

Olivia Adamson

Therapist

Virtual • Orlando, FL


“I believe change begins with understanding the problems that are affecting your life and identifying the patterns that keep those problems going.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Lynette Hector

Lynette Hector

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist my counseling sessions are geared to help you analyze your life's perspectives in order to gain freedom from mental and cyclical captivity which leads to relief and restoration.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kilondra Davis

Kilondra Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Myers, FL


“Trauma doesn't end when the experience is over. The ways we learned to cope, protect ourselves, & make sense of what happened can continue to show up in our lives.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Matthews-Hamad

Cynthia Matthews-Hamad

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My role is to be present with you, support you as you make sense of the experiences that have shaped you, and help you find your own insight, clarity, and direction.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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.