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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Athens, GA

Cigna members in Athens can access affordable mental healthcare through Headway, with copay ranges from $0-$40 per session. Our network of 2,512 providers offers flexible scheduling and free intake calls to find your perfect fit.

Fik Mulatu

Fik Mulatu

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I aim to provide a warm, non-judgmental environment where you can speak openly and at your own pace.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Natasha Vayner

Natasha Vayner

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm collaborative and direct. You won't get silent nodding from me — we'll talk, we'll figure out what's actually driving the pattern, and we'll build skills you can use between sessions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Melissa Kennedy

Melissa Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I involve clients in setting goals for themselves and creating coping skills that can easily be incorporated into their daily lives.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Audretta Jamison

Audretta Jamison

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hello, and welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care. My professional experience includes working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, grief and loss, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. I recognize that every person's story is unique, and I tailor treatment to meet each client's specific needs, strengths, and goals.

I earned my education from the University of Georgia, where I developed a strong foundation in social work practice, mental health treatment, and advocacy. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.

Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Semika Roach

Semika Roach

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Participatory, Warm

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

Kenisha Hardy

Kenisha Hardy

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe it's important to be open-minded & non-judgmental & provide treatment that reflects integrity & respect.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Love Asare-Bediako

Love Asare-Bediako

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe that we all have the answers to life's challenges within us; we may just need a little help to tap into our inner selves to bring them out.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Krystal Perez

Krystal Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm a licensed therapist who believes in meeting people with warmth, compassion, and genuine curiosity about their story.”

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

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Alexander

Kimberly Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“Sessions will be progressive, individualized, and focused on your goals and the concerns that brought you to this therapeutic environment.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Kim Whyte

Kim Whyte

Therapist

Virtual • Savannah, GA


Licensed Professional Counselor, with a M.S. in Counseling and Psychology, certifications in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Biofeedback, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Addictions and Life Coaching. Experienced working with diverse populations in outpatient clinics, military hospitals, offices, schools, the film and media industries.

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Melissa Green-Carter

Dr. Melissa Green-Carter

Psychologist

Virtual • Georgia


“With over 18 years of experience across military, forensic, and clinical settings, she understands how stress, anxiety, and life changes can impact both emotional and physical well-being.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Angelia Holland-Dunning

Angelia Holland-Dunning

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I've spent over 20 years helping adults and teens find their footing again. As an Air Force veteran, I understand firsthand the weight that military life can carry.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Peeper McDonald | Mixed World Therapy

Dr. Peeper McDonald | Mixed World Therapy

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My role isn't to tell you who to be or how to get there, it's to walk alongside you as you figure that out for yourself, offering support, perspective, and tools along the way.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Amaris Galloway

Amaris Galloway

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I strongly believe in using my abilities to choose the direction of my life. I believe the same for you.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Challenging, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Joseph Gandolfo

Joseph Gandolfo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

317 Creekstone Ridge, Woodstock, GA

“I challenge, inspire and support clients to embrace their innate potential, to believe in their dreams and goals, to make effective impactful decisions and to create their lives in positive ways.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Humorous, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Gail Foorman

Gail Foorman

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly.”

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

Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Tamara Hollingsworth

Tamara Hollingsworth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3563 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA

“I take the person-centered approach as each person is an individual and has unique needs and issues.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keisha Brown

Keisha Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“You are the expert in your life. I will partner with you and share my knowledge and insight to empower you to facilitate your own journey of healing.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Crystal Holt

Dr. Crystal Holt

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I like to keep therapy real. I don't believe in overwhelming clients with clinical jargon or making sessions feel scripted.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Ilene Cooper

Ilene Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Roswell, GA


“I would like to work with you to set goals you want for therapy in a nonjudgmental and safe environment.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Creative, Direct

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Christopher Morgan

Christopher Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I specialize in Relapse prevention skills teaching mindfulness distress tolerance skills, and also being trauma informed in a solution focused manner.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Brooke Bidez

Brooke Bidez

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Therapy can be a place to slow down, make room for what you are carrying, and reconnect with what matters to you.”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Dr. Connor Cochran

Dr. Connor Cochran

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a Doctorate in Nursing from the University of Tennessee–Knoxville. My experience working with diverse communities—including time spent in Georgia—has shaped my commitment to providing care that’s accessible, compassionate, and truly supportive.

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. My approach is personalized and evidence-based, with a focus on genuine outreach—building meaningful connections that help you feel understood, valued, and empowered.

My goal is to create a safe, comfortable space where you can openly share your experiences and collaborate on a treatment plan that supports your growth, stability, and long-term well-being.

Medication Disclaimer: I do not prescribe stimulants, benzodiazepines, opioids or other potentially addictive medications commonly encountered in psychiatric practice. My prescribing philosophy prioritizes safety, long-term wellness, and evidence-based care.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Laura Louis

Dr. Laura Louis

Psychologist

Virtual • Georgia


Dr. Laura Louis is a licensed psychologist, couples therapist, author of the book Marital Peace and world renown speaker specializing in helping couples strengthen their emotional connection, rebuild trust, and communicate more effectively even in the face of career stress, betrayal, or distance.

With over two decades of clinical experience and a doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Howard University , Dr. Louis has become a go-to expert for couples who are not just looking to survive their relationship, but to thrive in it. Through her private practice, conferences, retreats, and online programs, she equips couples with real-world tools that foster intimacy, resolve conflict, and support long-term growth.

Outside the therapy room, she is passionate about travel, love, and helping Black couples build lasting legacies together.

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

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Brenda Birdsall

Brenda Birdsall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

116 Peachtree Court, Peachtree City, GA

I want you to feel truly seen, heard, and understood. I will provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings so that you can move forward towards your life goals.

I received my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Carolina University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia, and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina.

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Area Britton

Area Britton

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I’m an independently licensed therapist in Alabama, and my background includes working full-time as a substance use counselor while also providing evening virtual therapy. I especially enjoy working with teens and adults, and I’m drawn to this work because I believe therapy should help people feel more free, more grounded, and more like themselves again. It means a lot to me when someone trusts me with the parts of their life that feel messy, painful, or overwhelming. I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be honest, feel respected, and begin building real momentum toward the life you want.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Joniqua Dorsey

Joniqua Dorsey

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Therapy can give you a place to put down some of what you have been carrying and understand your experiences without judgment.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jason Thompson

Jason Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


You wake up in the morning and wonder if today is the day you'll be exposed as a "fraud". Your twisting and turning on the inside. Everything inside you hurts. Your head is spinning with thoughts of what your life should be like. The voice's inside your head keep telling you you're a failure as a person, as a partner, and as a parent. You feel the the "weight of the world" pushing down on you. You're tired. You're tired of being tired. You are ready to reclaim your life.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Halley Griffin

Halley Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am especially passionate about helping women manage family/ relationship issues, stress, anxiety and motherhood to build fulfilling lives and meaningful relationships.”

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Cameron Mount

Cameron Mount

Therapist

Virtual • Carrollton, GA


Life brings seasons of change, and you don't have to navigate them alone. I work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, family issues, grief and loss, and relationship challenges, while also supporting concerns such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, panic disorders, stress management, trauma, identity issues, men's issues, and cultural or ethnic concerns. I welcome children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, and I strive to create a space where every person feels heard, respected, and understood. Whether you're facing a difficult transition, navigating conflict in your relationships, or looking for healthier ways to cope, my goal is to help you gain clarity, strengthen your relationships, and move toward lasting emotional well-being.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Ebonique Martin

Ebonique Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Every healing and growth process is unique which is why I specifically tailor the care to fit the individual served.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Kenneth Wilson

Kenneth Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I love working with the military and adult population. I have had training in Trauma, Anxiety, Anger, and Mood Disorders.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Jeri Green

Jeri Green

Therapist

Virtual • Alpharetta, GA


“I believe that empathy and the ability to relate to clients is a crucial component to the therapeutic environment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Tabitha Wilson

Tabitha Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should be a safe space to exhale—a place where you can bring your whole self, feel supported, and begin to make sense of the experiences that have shaped you.”

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

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Sabrina White

Sabrina White

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe that everyone deserves to feel empowered and understood, especially in difficult times. My approach is rooted in trust, empathy, and nonjudgmental support.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kendra Finley

Kendra Finley

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I use a client-centered, CBT approach to support you in understanding your thoughts and developing skills tailored to your goals and pace.”

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

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“Dr. Buchanan strives to meet each client's needs through empathetic communication and personalized evidence-based care.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roseline Umenyiora

Roseline Umenyiora

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Roswell, GA


“Most of my clients decribe me as compassionate, attentive, knowledgeable, experienced and versatile.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Rochelle Wilson

Rochelle Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Porterdale, GA


“My goal is to have my clients feel some sense of empowerment after each session beginning with the first.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawn Hadley

Dawn Hadley

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My counseling style is fully engaged and interactive. I am sensitive and compassionate when the situation calls for it, but I also believe in the importance of challenging you to foster growth.”

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

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

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

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