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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Brunswick, GA

Headway makes mental healthcare accessible for Aetna members in Brunswick by connecting you with experienced providers across the city's neighborhoods. Sessions start as low as $0 and average copays of $0-$45, with the flexibility to meet in-person or virtually whenever works best for you.

Kara Stewart

Kara Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Greetings! My name is Kara Stewart, I am a licensed professional counselor licensed in the state of Georgia and Virginia. I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years and have a passion for assisting others with finding their sense of wholeness and fulfillment. I obtained a M.S. in Counseling and Psychology with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I also have a M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with an emphasis in Christian Ministry. I specialize in trauma, grief, life transitions, and other mood disorders.

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

Creative, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Linda Gould

Linda Gould

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

119 Davis Road, Augusta, GA

“I'm a trauma therapist specializing in working with individuals to achieve posttraumatic growth. I'm trained in EMDR, BLAST Technique, mindfulness-based stress reduction, TF-CBT, and Grief Recovery Method.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josephine Driz

Josephine Driz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in GEORGIA | Author With over 29 years of global nursing experience and deep roots in psychiatric care, Josephine Driz, PMHNP-BC, offers compassionate, culturally informed mental health services for individuals across the lifespan — from children and adolescents to adults and older adults. Josephine’s practice is grounded in evidence-based care, clinical excellence, and heartfelt empathy. Whether you're struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, grief, or suicidal thoughts, she creates a safe and collaborative space where your voice matters and your healing is honored. Her professional journey includes work in hospitals, communities, and internationally — including several years in the Middle East, providing medical and mental health care across diverse cultural backgrounds. As a proud Filipino immigrant, Josephine brings a deep understanding of how identity, migration, and lived experience shape emotional wellbeing. She is the author of two transformative books: 1. The Ache You Never Named, a collection of real grief stories, mantras, reflections, and journal prompts for those grieving in silence. 2. Holding on to Hope, a suicide prevention, safety, and crisis planner, is designed as a practical lifeline for individuals and families in emotional crisis. Josephine is now accepting new clients at SYNAPTIC COVE MENTAL HEALTH. If you’re ready to begin your healing journey with a provider who truly listens and walks with you — you’re not alone, and help is here.

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ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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,

Dr. Sameer Dongre

Dr. Sameer Dongre

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Georgia


“Psychiatry can be complex and the goal of treatment is to manage the intensity, duration and frequency of symptoms to help individuals be more functional...”

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

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

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,

Austin Haedicke

Austin Haedicke

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My expectations for clients are to show up, be as honest as you can with me, and gentle / patient with yourself.”

Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues,

Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Chidimma Nzoiwu

Chidimma Nzoiwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

2470 Windy Hill Road Southeast, Marietta, GA

“I use the care approach that focuses on human aspects of care. This involves on how the words used and the non-verbal cues and responses are vitally important in creating encounters that are satisfying and enabling.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Jocelyn Lang

Jocelyn Lang

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative, with room for honesty, humor, and difficult conversations when they're needed.”

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

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Ashley Beck

Ashley Beck

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi, I'm Ashley, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Reiki II practitioner. I believe that somewhere underneath the anxiety, the self-doubt, and the patterns that keep repeating, there is a version of you that already knows the way. My job isn't to fix you. It's to create a space steady enough that you can actually hear yourself. Together we get curious about the thoughts that won't quiet down, the emotions that feel bigger than the moment, the behaviors that keep showing up even when you don't want them to, and what all of it is actually trying to tell you. I bring tools into our work that help you understand what's happening in your mind and body when you're overwhelmed, so you can actually do something about it instead of just surviving it. But more than any method or modality, I show up as a real person walking alongside you, trusting that you are the expert on your own life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Stress management,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar,

Martin Altman

Martin Altman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2255 Cumberland Parkway Southeast, Atlanta, GA

“I have specialized training in Expressive Arts Therapies that I use to help those with ADHD tendencies help themselves with their own creativity.”

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

Affirming, Creative, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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,

Andrea Whittaker, Lcsw, Pmh-C

Andrea Whittaker, Lcsw, Pmh-C

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I have the best job in the world. I specialize in perinatal mental health, infertility, anxiety, life transitions, and DV.”

Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Jenan McNealey

Dr. Jenan McNealey

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is collaborative and flexible, allowing therapy to meet you where you are while supporting where you want to go.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jessica Slovensky

Jessica Slovensky

Therapist

Virtual • Johns Creek, GA


“I have over 20 years of counseling experience and use result-driven skills and a healthy sense of humor to help you grow.”

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

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Dr. Ophelia Blackwell

Dr. Ophelia Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“She believes in the power of self-discovery and strives to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore, heal, and thrive.”

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

Affirming, Direct, Holistic

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

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 Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Maureen Onyewuenyi

Maureen Onyewuenyi

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to tailor a treatment plan and collaborative dialogue to help you recognize your ability to choose new paths and realize your full potential to thrive.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Elizabeth Nyako

Elizabeth Nyako

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

3915 Harrison Road, Loganville, GA

Hello and welcome! I’m a ANCC Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) License in GA, MD, and North Dakota. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across the lifespan. I hold a master’s degree in nursing with specialized training in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management, as well as psychotherapy.

My practice focuses on treating a range of conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, addiction recovery and perinatal mental health concerns. I integrate a client-centered approach that may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), supportive counseling, and lifestyle interventions alongside medication when appropriate.

I believe in building a strong therapeutic alliance rooted in trust, respect, and collaboration. Whether you're seeking support for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, I’m here to meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chiquita Turner

Chiquita Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe that each person is the expert of their lives, and I strive to meet each person where while creating a safe environment with no judgement and no preconceived ideas.”

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

Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Gera Irvine

Gera Irvine

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy is to help you understand the pattern, and then build something steadier in its place, at a pace that feels humane!”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Dr. Angelique Lawson,DNP,APRN,PMHNP-BC

Dr. Angelique Lawson,DNP,APRN,PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I approach my work with a personable and down-to-earth style, aiming to create a warm and supportive space for you.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Melissa Mason

Melissa Mason

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should help you better understand yourself, work through what's getting in the way, and create meaningful change in your life.”

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

Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Donna Mills

Donna Mills

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

1435 54th Street, Columbus, GA

“I provide individualized, patient-centered, holistic, evidence-based medical care that enables patients to feel heard.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Mindy Clark

Mindy Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can speak openly, feel understood, and explore what is keeping you stuck.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Oluwatoyin Sowunmi

Dr. Oluwatoyin Sowunmi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I am passionate about empowering clients through education, collaborative decision-making, and accessible care, including telepsychiatry services for your convenience.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Crystal Burwell

Dr. Crystal Burwell

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“She has worked with a variety of populations and specializes in treating eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, self harm, and highly sensitive people.”

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

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Makenzie Horton

Makenzie Horton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

200 Westpark Drive, Peachtree City, GA

“What are you ready to stop carrying? Most people enter therapy looking for ways to handle their symptoms.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Indira Thomasson

Indira Thomasson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I value building real, honest connections and believe that therapy works best when it feels like a conversation, not something forced or overly structured.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jerin Charuvil

Jerin Charuvil

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


Hi, I am Jerin. Great to meet you! I hold advanced degrees and specialized training in psychiatric mental health nursing, and I have experience supporting people from diverse backgrounds in hospitals and community health centers. I care deeply about this work and am committed to creating a space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself.

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Faith Merriweather

Faith Merriweather

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Together, we will work to build your self-confidence, enhance emotional regulation, and cultivate resilience to effectively navigate life's challenges.”

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

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Kelly Stauffer

Kelly Stauffer

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My passion lies in helping you navigate these experiences, fostering a journey towards authenticity and a life filled with purpose.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Demetrial Chandler

Demetrial Chandler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


Hi, I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping you feel balanced, heard, and supported. I have experience working with adults, children, and families across settings like inpatient, outpatient, and community care. My approach combines medication management with a compassionate, whole-person focus. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and life stressors, and I’m here to partner with you on your journey to better mental health.

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taya Sanders

Taya Sanders

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2997 Piedmont Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA

“I believe that every one of my clients, regardless of age, has innate inner wisdom, beauty, strength, and self-direction...”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Isaac Ogbuagu

Dr. Isaac Ogbuagu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is compassionate and collaborative—I take time to listen to your story, understand your needs, and work alongside you to create a treatment plan that supports both healing and long-term wellness.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Toccara Haynes

Toccara Haynes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“My approach is warm, solution-focused, and holistic. That means we may look at symptoms, stress, relationships, sleep, daily routines, physical health, work demands, and other parts of life that can affect how you feel.”

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

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dorthea Rogers

Dorthea Rogers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newnan, GA


“I am especially passionate about supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Duane Williams

Duane Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“Throughout counseling sessions with Mr. Williams, clients can anticipate being greeted with a sincere and empathetic approach.”

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

Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Benedicta Okoye

Benedicta Okoye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverdale, GA


“Dr. Okoye believes that it is important to consider biological, psychological, and social factors when addressing behavioral health concerns.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorder,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Johnson

Crystal Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is warm, practical, and insight-oriented. Some sessions focus on coping skills and stress management, while others go deeper into patterns related to perfectionism, trauma, identity, or feeling like you always have to be the strong one.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

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