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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Aurora, IL

Access mental health care in Aurora with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of 2,497 licensed providers. Sessions start as low as $0-$25 per copay, available in-person or virtually with appointments often available within days.

Jenny Wise

Jenny Wise

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I focus on creating a warm, grounded space where clients feel understood and supported as they work toward meaningful change.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Adrianna Perez

Adrianna Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“While therapy does not erase the realities of the past or present, it can facilitate new ways of understanding, responding, and engaging with life.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
DeAyne Scaife

DeAyne Scaife

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe healing takes time, and a big part of growth is learning patience and compassion toward yourself.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Rachel Overstreet

Rachel Overstreet

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I combine professional training with lived experience, offering a space where you can show up fully.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara Morgan

Kara Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, direct, and nonjudgmental, and I strive to create a space where you feel heard, respected, challenged in helpful ways, and empowered to try new ways of coping and connecting.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Erik Levinson

Erik Levinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is rooted in the belief that while we cannot always control the circumstances we face, we can cultivate the resilience and self-awareness necessary to navigate them.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Cedric Bussie

Cedric Bussie

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help people understand how their thoughts shape their feelings and actions and together we work on shifting those patterns to build healthier habits.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aleysia Chambers

Aleysia Chambers

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I've spent years sitting with the overlap most people get told to separate — your mental health, your disability or diagnosis, and your working life.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Amber Foreman

Amber Foreman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, non-judgmental, and client-centered. I strive to create a space where you feel safe being honest about what you're experiencing while we work together to build tools that support real change in your daily...”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Bray-Klay

Samantha Bray-Klay

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Trina Springs-Rehder

Trina Springs-Rehder

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship challenges, women’s issues, and life’s difficult seasons so they can feel more at peace, confident, and connected to themselves and the people they care about. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or unsure of what comes next, you don’t have to work through it alone. Therapy can help you feel understood, find clarity, and create positive change.

Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Julie Zimmerman

Julie Zimmerman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My ability to use humor, immediately set one at ease, quickly discern "with" the client their growth areas, and help to construct appropriate measures for real steps and solutions is invaluable to raising one's self-esteem in the first session and...”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Brian Stella

Brian Stella

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I'm Brian. I specialize in helping with men's issues, anxiety, depression and relationships. I have experience working with individuals within the LGBTIQA+ community, Military/Veterans, and those who follow non-secular spiritual paths.

Life is a journey with many unexpected setbacks, life challenges and experiences. I am here to help you manage your journey. My practice is dedicated to providing quality mental health care to help people achieve goals or master skills aimed toward improving their quality of life. I've been practicing for 22 years.

Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Bridget DeLuca

Dr. Bridget DeLuca

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I feel it is important to establish a welcoming and comfortable environment and develop a collaborative relationship with my clients.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Shengmei Spigelmyre

Shengmei Spigelmyre

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I deeply understand the challenges of major life transitions, identity struggles, and relationship dynamics.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Cheryl Joseph-Lukz

Cheryl Joseph-Lukz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I value a therapeutic relationship built on mutual trust, warmth, and respect, and I believe in educating you so you can take an active role in your mental health and relational well-being.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Dr. Dana Eason

Dr. Dana Eason

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Dana primarily works with adults and is passionate about providing informed, compassionate care where you are a partner in your mental health journey.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Gloria Healy

Gloria Healy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered as we work together toward meaningful growth and lasting positive change.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Julianna Sliger

Julianna Sliger

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in helping adults just like you reclaim their well-being, build lasting self-esteem, manage anxiety and depression, and process all forms of grief.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Latosha Haywood

Latosha Haywood

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I'm Latosha Haywood, LCPC, with a Master in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from DePaul University and I'm really glad you're here.

Before I became a therapist, I spent years as a 911 call taker, showing up for people in some of their scariest, most overwhelming moments. That work taught me something I carry into every session: that people are so much stronger than they realize, and that having someone truly in your corner can make all the difference.

If you're going through something hard right now, whether it's the heaviness of anxiety or depression, the echoes of past trauma, or just feeling like life has knocked you off balance, I want you to know that you don't have to figure it out alone. My door is open, and you can come exactly as you are.

Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Sonya King-Thomas

Dr. Sonya King-Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring an open mind and genuine curiosity to every session, because your story deserved to be heard without judgment.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Macy Ferguson-Smith

Macy Ferguson-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


My name is Macy (she/they) and I believe that therapy is for everyone, at any time, regardless of stressors in our environment. I received my MSW from St. Louis University '17 and my Doctor of Education from Western Illinois University '25. I look forward to working with anyone who is seeking to better themselves, understand their way of thinking, and how to navigate the stress in their lives.

Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Courtney Caraher

Courtney Caraher

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Life moves quickly. Feeling like you can't catch up, exhausted by what is troubling you. You may feel ambivalent, emotionally drained, or unsure how to move forward. I work with adults who are navigating depression, addiction, and grief. Together, we’ll create a supportive space where you can talk about what you’re going through, regain stability, and start building a path forward with clarity and confidence.

Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jordan Jones

Jordan Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create a healthier, more fulfilling life.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christian Knighten

Christian Knighten

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hey! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who values peace, authenticity, and creating a safe space for healing. As someone who loves exploring, learning, and finding meaning in life's layers, I bring a calm, empathetic, and thoughtful presence to every session.

Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ana Cabello

Ana Cabello

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Her specialty is Guided Meditation, an easy yet efficient tool to overcome life challenges that can positively impact.”
Cigna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Stephany Trejos

Stephany Trejos

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m Stephany. I work with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stress that can feel overwhelming or hard to manage alone. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling emotionally drained, stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand, or unsure how to move forward.

I’m passionate about creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and genuinely understood. Clients often describe me as warm, thoughtful, and easy to open up to.

Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheila Dalton

Sheila Dalton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My number one intention is work side by side with you to help process your feelings, gain skills and achieve the desired results to live a healthy happy life.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Amy Skillings

Amy Skillings

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, and life transitions with compassion and clarity.”
Cigna + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Stephanie Syverson

Stephanie Syverson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that my role in counseling is to educate and empower my clients to realize that they are truly capable of helping themselves live their best lives if they want it.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Danzell

Nicole Danzell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide supportive, honest, and straightforward counseling in a warm, engaging, and down-to-earth environment.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Shelia Ransom Jenkins

Shelia Ransom Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, I’m Shelia Ransom Jenkins, MSW, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families through life’s challenges. I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach to therapy, creating a safe space where individuals feel heard, supported, and empowered.

I hold a Master of Social Work and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice, and my professional background includes work in community mental health, educational settings, and clinical leadership roles. I have experience helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship and family conflict, behavioral concerns, life transitions, and stress related to work, school, and personal growth. I also have specialized training in perinatal mental health, supporting individuals experiencing postpartum depression and related mood disorders.

My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, and strengths-based interventions, tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals. I believe therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, practical, and rooted in trust.

Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, navigating a difficult transition, or seeking deeper self-understanding, my goal is to support you with empathy, clarity, and encouragement as you work toward healing and lasting change.

Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Aimee Dinschel

Aimee Dinschel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is for you to not just feel supported, but to leave sessions with more clarity, confidence, and direction.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Lisa Rattiner Padilla

Lisa Rattiner Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I aim for my clients to leave their session feeling empowered & confident while recognizing their own strengths.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Melissa McMahon

Melissa McMahon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I want my clients to know that our time together is collaborative — I bring my expertise, but I also see you as the expert on your own life.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Hannah Huget

Hannah Huget

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm also a mom of two and have experienced infertility myself, so I can relate to many of the challenges that come with the perinatal journey.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Pedro Perez Aquino

Pedro Perez Aquino

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have a personality that shows up as warm, engaged, and ready to collaborate in my sessions with clients.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Joseph Vargo

Joseph Vargo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work to create a nonjudgmental, affirming environment where people can be honest about what they are experiencing without fear of criticism.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Schwendener

Susan Schwendener

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“We will work in a calm, nonjudgmental way to help you use your innate strengths and skills, and to build new practices that work for you.”
Cigna + 15 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Baksas

Jason Baksas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a background in nursing leadership and healthcare operations. After serving as a Chief Nursing Officer, I chose to transition into psychiatric care because I wanted to work more directly with individuals and families. I recently completed my PMHNP training and bring experience supporting people across the lifespan, from children through older adults. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, and addiction.

Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Inquisitive, Participatory

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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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Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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