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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Albany, GA

Finding the right mental health support in Albany is easier with Headway's extensive provider network and Aetna insurance integration. Explore neighborhoods like Downtown Albany, Phoebe Putney Heights, and Dougherty Street while enjoying flexible virtual or in-person sessions.

Rebecca Clark

Rebecca Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Master's of Social Work from Western Kentucky University in 2007 and my Ph.D in Social Work from the University of Louisville in 2020. I have been working in the field for over 15 years. I specialize with people that are struggling with burnout as a result of career and/or a sense of a lack of fulfillment in life.

Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gina Marshall

Gina Marshall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

308 Commercial Drive, Savannah, GA

“I believe in the beauty of mental wellness! I know life is hard. It is my goal to make daily living easier.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Ataska Winsett

Ataska Winsett

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I integrate evidence-based therapies and performance-focused coaching to help you overcome life transitions, build clarity, and achieve your goals.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

KaNecia Harpe

KaNecia Harpe

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should feel safe, empowering, and collaborative. My goal is to meet you where you are while helping you develop the insight, skills, and confidence needed to move forward with clarity and purpose.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Grachelle Sherburne

Grachelle Sherburne

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I like a person centered & strengths based approach meaning you are in charge, we go at your speed so things should always be comfortable for you during therapy.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Christian Waller

Christian Waller

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hello there, my name is Christian Waller, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I think that when we're able to understand how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are mirrors of our meanings and experiences, we're able to explore a bit deeper for what drives us and what we want to do with that information.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Katherine (Katy) Morris

Katherine (Katy) Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe the better we know ourselves, the better able we are to honestly and authentically engage with those around us.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a partner in your wellness journey! My therapeutic style is warm, gentle, and supportive, while also being direct and accountability focused. I believe meaningful change happens when compassion and honesty work together. In our time together, we will explore what’s getting in the way of your well-being and identify practical, sustainable ways to improve your daily functioning and overall quality of life.

With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I bring a grounded, steady presence to the therapeutic space. I support clients through life transitions, emotional challenges, and periods of feeling stuck, always meeting you where you are while helping you move toward where you want to be. Therapy with me is collaborative, intentional, and centered on your goals, your values, and your lived experience. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and growth at a pace that feels both supportive and empowering.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Providence Health Plan

Dr. Joannah Ginsburg Ganz

Dr. Joannah Ginsburg Ganz

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I work with people who are truly ready to change, even if the path to change feels unknown. I offer accountability, compassion, words to the feelings & experiences, tools and help in communication.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Amber Dale

Amber Dale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I believe effective treatment begins with truly understanding you as a person—not simply focusing on a diagnosis or a list of symptoms.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Asajnae Mercadel

Asajnae Mercadel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


Hi, I’m Asajnae Mercadel, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in healthcare. My background in nursing has given me a strong foundation in understanding both the physical and emotional aspects of patient care. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and sleep-related concerns. I’m passionate about creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable being open and honest. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your mental health journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jennifer Robson

Jennifer Robson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe healing happens when we feel deeply seen, emotionally safe, and empowered to understand our experiences differently.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paige Whitten

Paige Whitten

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach to therapy is person-centered and client-directed. I view my clients as experts on their experiences.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Jennifer Salgado

Jennifer Salgado

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to empower you to move beyond the brokenness, setbacks, and obstacles that have weighed on your mind, heart, and soul.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Brittany Davis-Brentum

Brittany Davis-Brentum

Therapist

Virtual • Stockbridge, GA


“My goal is to provide a flexible and accessible therapeutic experience that meets clients where they are...”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Traci Bass

Traci Bass

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should be a collaborative experience where you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment, while also developing tools to help you move forward.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Shante' Ollivierre

Shante' Ollivierre

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“My mission is to provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can unpack what's on your mind, let go of what's heavy, and discover new ways to thrive.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephen Garlington

Stephen Garlington

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


If you have been feeling anxious, stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, frustrated, or weighed down by self doubt, you do not have to sort through it alone. For over 20 years, I have helped individuals, couples, and families work through anxiety, conflict, anger, and self esteem challenges. I am an LCSW with an MSW from the University of Maryland at Baltimore, and I bring both skill and warmth to this work.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Challenging, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Sikirat Abolarin

Sikirat Abolarin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is collaborative and holistic. I firmly believe that working together to understand your unique needs will enable you to move closer to achieving your overall wellness goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Ja'Lise Brown

Ja'Lise Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm an empathetic witness to your transformation! I'll challenge you when it feels like you're defensive, deflecting, or do know something you say you don't.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Creative, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valencia Robinson

Valencia Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to partner with you and create a safe and supportive space that allows you to address your concerns, improve your overall health and achieve your goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Gary Cain

Gary Cain

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“During the first session, you can expect me get to know your interest, hobbies then transition to us exploring the presenting problem.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Kenyotta Hannah

Kenyotta Hannah

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is compassionate, practical, culturally responsive, and focused on each client's individual strengths.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Morgan Taylor

Morgan Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Working together, it is important that you feel supported and heard through the compassion, empathy, and warmth I offer to improve your well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Trish Monahan

Trish Monahan

Therapist

Virtual • Roswell, GA


“I am focused on providing individuals the tools necessary to transition (work through) and overcome the obstacles which tend to keep them "stuck."”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Taria Langston

Taria Langston

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm passionate about helping young people navigate anxiety, behavioral challenges, and emotional changes in a supportive, welcoming environment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Rebeca Gibbons

Rebeca Gibbons

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to provide practical support and a space where you can better understand yourself, strengthen your coping skills, and create meaningful change that carries into everyday life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanae Farquharson

Shanae Farquharson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can finally exhale — a place where you do not have to perform, hide parts of yourself, or carry everything alone.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Marcia Phillips

Marcia Phillips

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

1804 Over Lake Drive Southeast, Conyers, GA

“In our first session together, we will start with a brief introduction, then dice into specific challenges you are facing.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Cathy Traynor

Cathy Traynor

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is grounded in existential analysis, helping you explore meaning, freedom, and connection in your life so you can live in a way that feels more authentic.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Shemika Hubbard

Dr. Shemika Hubbard

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Brianna Peek

Brianna Peek

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I take pride in providing a safety net for my clients whenever they take steps forward and backward.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenda Chavis

Brenda Chavis

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I bring a warm, steady, and collaborative approach to therapy, grounded in respect for each person's lived experience.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Susel DE LA Cruz

Susel DE LA Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and use other mindfulness-based practices to help you increase your quality of life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heike Seeholzer

Heike Seeholzer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1040 Cambridge Square, Alpharetta, GA

“I believe every person has inherent dignity, value, and capacity for growth, even when life feels painful or you feel stuck.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Aleza Horowitz

Aleza Horowitz

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My style is direct yet curious, and my practice is grounded in unconditional positive regard and a non-judgmental stance.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Westly Francois

Westly Francois

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and client-centered. I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)...”

Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD,

Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shaakira Ford

Dr. Shaakira Ford

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I prioritize a person centered, collaborative approach to support. Through patience, humor, and clinical expertise, you cultivate the life you envision and deserve.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Yourdeline Sertyl

Yourdeline Sertyl

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I work with high-achieving adults; such as healthcare workers, first-gen professionals, and caregivers, who have it together on paper but can't quiet their minds, stop people-pleasing, or rest without guilt.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Providence Health Plan

Andrea Lawson

Andrea Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am client-centered and use a collaborative approach with my clients; allowing for a safe and honest space to explore what challenges you may be facing.”

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

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