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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Gainesville, GA

Gainesville residents with Aetna can connect with providers offering talk therapy and medication management through Headway. With copays ranging from $0-$25 and free intake consultations available, many clients save up to 75% on sessions while accessing flexible in-person or virtual care.

Anthony Rucker

Anthony Rucker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away

1655 Centerview Drive, Duluth, GA

“I work collaboratively with clients to develop practical tools and coping skills that support self-awareness, growth, and overall well-being.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Amna Ahmad

Amna Ahmad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away

3675 Crestwood Parkway Northwest, Duluth, GA

“My goal is to create a space where clients feel seen, understood, and supported while building the clarity and tools needed for meaningful change.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Marguerite Bonnet

Dr. Marguerite Bonnet

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

4720 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Berkeley Lake, GA

“I offer a compassionate and supportive space where individuals and partners can explore their deepest concerns about sexual health and relationships.”

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

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Arputharaj

Shannon Arputharaj

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

11200 Atlantis Place, Alpharetta, GA

“I want you to feel more confident and less anxious. I want your relationships with friends and family to improve, as the relationship with yourself becomes more compassionate.”

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

Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Guynn

Emily Guynn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

5755 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta, GA

“My hope is to create a supportive space to process change, navigate relationship challenges, and gain clarity about what matters most to you.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar,

Brent Harris

Brent Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

314 Maxwell Road, Alpharetta, GA

“Woody wants to help you with identifying goals, and confronting barriers... assist you with the shadows and uncertainty that come with self-exploration.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Ashleigh Dennis-Silas

Ashleigh Dennis-Silas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3915 Harrison Road, Loganville, GA

Hi, I am Ashleigh, a Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with over 15 years of professional counseling experience. During that time, I have provided Individual, Family and Group Therapy in both the community and agency settings. I have worked with diverse populations ranging from pre-school age youth to elderly adults. I have served individuals and families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, a broad range of emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. I have education in Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling and Special Education. I am a caring and compassionate provider who is person centered and solution oriented. I count it as a honor and privilege to be trusted to walk alongside others through their challenging moments.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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
Sarah Mixson

Sarah Mixson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

5755 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta, GA

“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can be honest about what's really going on without feeling judged or like you have to have everything figured out.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheran Bodry

Cheran Bodry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

485 Huntington Road, Athens, GA

“Cheran's approach to therapy is warm and holistic, looking at life design and how we can work together to move towards healing, cohesion, and joy.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Stephanie Abel

Stephanie Abel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

4402 Lawrenceville Road, Loganville, GA

“She is committed to creating a supportive, respectful space where clients feel heard and understood.”

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

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Amy Curtis

Amy Curtis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1041 Cambridge Square, Alpharetta, GA

When trying to do it all yourself is no longer working....stress, anxiety, depression and life transitions can feel heavy and burdensome. Would you like to put that down? You need understanding, insight and someone to dig in with what is going on within all the layers that make you...YOU. We all need help sometimes to work through expected and unexpected life events. You may be surprised at how you are responding or that you are researching treatment options period.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Oscar, Oxford


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Solomon

Alexis Solomon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1031 Cambridge Square, Alpharetta, GA

“My approach is collaborative, warm, and rooted in the belief that you already carry the ability to find your way- sometimes you just need someone steady beside you while you do.”

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

Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


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,

Maria Ngangha

Maria Ngangha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

555 North Point Center East, Alpharetta, GA

“Maria believes that giving an empathetic listening ear provides the atmosphere to allow emotional, physical, and mental healing internally and externally.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Heinzle

Erika Heinzle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1 Huntington Road, Athens, GA

“I also look at things through a lens of humor and grace because, let's be honest, it's rough out there.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denny Pettway

Denny Pettway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1 Huntington Road, Athens, GA

“I make no value judgments and consistently encourage clients to explore their own value systems to determine what course of action is right for them.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Tameika Cheek

Tameika Cheek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away

12150 Morris Road, Alpharetta, GA

“I understand the unique pulls and pressures many women face while navigating modern life, particularly those common to Millennial and Gen Z women.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Bugenhagen

Denise Bugenhagen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

678 Tom Brewer Road, Loganville, GA

“I aim to keep a first session structured and goal oriented but also relaxed with plenty of casual conversation and genuine humanity.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Carmita Rivers

Carmita Rivers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2795 Main Street West, Snellville, GA

“Therapy with me is like talking to a trusted confidante — someone who listens without judgment, helps you unpack what's weighing on you, and celebrates your progress along the way.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Lorna Bowen

Lorna Bowen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2140 McGee Road Southwest, Snellville, GA

“I will offer you unconditional positive regard to create a safe and nurturing therapeutic environment.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Grace Fomunung

Grace Fomunung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

4652 Lawrenceville Highway Northwest, Lilburn, GA

“I have acquired extensive valuable training that enables me to see rapid Medication Management results...”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Kaitlyn Pfannkuche

Kaitlyn Pfannkuche

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1551 Jennings Mill Road, Watkinsville, GA

As a relational, healing-centered psychotherapist, I work to help my clients discover their own guiding voice, to listen with intent, and to cultivate love and acceptance of their truest nature. In my work with adults, issues like sexuality, spirituality, existentialism, unconscious belief systems, family and partnership, and many more of life's great challenges guide the work of self-exploration.

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Olajumoke Akinyele

Dr. Olajumoke Akinyele

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

11285 Elkins Road, Roswell, GA

“My goal is to take the fear out of the process. I don't just write prescriptions; I partner with you to find the right regimen that fits your unique biology and lifestyle...”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Jacob Sobel

Jacob Sobel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3949 Holcomb Bridge Road, Peachtree Corners, GA

“I am dedicated to protecting your trust and providing you with emotional safety as you undertake the vulnerable yet enriching journey of therapy.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Melissa Goodwin

Melissa Goodwin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

601 Bombay Lane, Roswell, GA

“I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in real‐life change.”

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

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Nona Ghazban

Nona Ghazban

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

601 Bombay Lane, Roswell, GA

“I believe that the skills we develop along the way can help us navigate life's challenges with greater confidence, clarity, and resilience.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar,

Holly Stuckey

Holly Stuckey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1404 Bombay Lane, Roswell, GA

“Clients come to me seeking a therapist with a friendly, kind, motivational, and non-judgemental approach.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar,

Taylor Wyatt

Taylor Wyatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

500 Sun Valley Drive, Roswell, GA

“At the end of the day, the client is the one doing the hard work and they ultimately know what they need.”

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

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Brandon Register

Brandon Register

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person

1020 Barber Creek Drive, Watkinsville, GA

“Unlike some traditional forms of psychotherapy, the ultimate goal of CBT is for the patient to become their own therapist.”

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

Energetic, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar,

Josephanie Smith-Buffington

Josephanie Smith-Buffington

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

700 Old Roswell Lakes Parkway, Roswell, GA

“I specialize in sex and relationships, helping clients navigate challenges while honoring their identities, desires and boundaries.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Allison Pace

Allison Pace

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

11 business Center Drive, Toccoa, GA

“I use EMDR and CBT within a warm, collaborative framework, and I hold a Christian worldview that informs how I understand healing and hope.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jonathan Del Valle

Jonathan Del Valle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

10892 Crabapple Road, Roswell, GA

I’m Jonathan Del Valle, LCSW, a bilingual English and Spanish psychotherapist trained in EMDR. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, identity, and major life changes. I have a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ and Latino communities, and my approach is warm, conversational, culturally responsive, and centered on helping you feel comfortable being yourself in therapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Dr. Aisha Adigun

Dr. Aisha Adigun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

5385 Five Forks Trickum Road, Stone Mountain, GA

“I’m here to smash outdated mental health stigmas and create a safe space where you can show up fully, flaws, complexities, and all.”

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

Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Andy Simon

Andy Simon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1622 Mars Hill Road, Watkinsville, GA

“I believe in taking a strengths based approach that empowers the client to make changes at their own pace.”

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

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Cassidy Gaillard

Cassidy Gaillard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1001 Macy Drive, Roswell, GA

“I believe healing happens in relationship, understanding your story matters, and emotions are not problems to eliminate but experiences to learn from and move through.”

Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD,

Affirming, Challenging, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrick Aaron Brown

Patrick Aaron Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1010 Huntcliff Northeast, Sandy Springs, GA

Life experiences can affect our mood, mental well-being, physical health and emotional stability. They can shake our confidence and self-esteem. There is hope!

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

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LarVitta Bailey

LarVitta Bailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

10892 Crabapple Road, Roswell, GA

“My own journey through struggle and growth inspired me to help others reclaim their inner power, rewrite limiting narratives, and live with clarity and intention.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders,

Empowering, Energetic, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Providence Health Plan

Tawanda Scales

Tawanda Scales

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

200 Whitestone Drive, Canton, GA

Tawanda is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Georgia. A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Tawanda possesses a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Middle Tennessee State University and a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Ireshia Smith

Ireshia Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell, GA

“I am committed to creating a safe, uplifting, empowering, and supportive space where you can openly share your concerns.”

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

Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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