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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Elgin, IL

Find Aetna-covered therapy in Elgin with Headway's network of 2,643 licensed providers. Many patients pay $0 per session with insurance, and providers offer virtual or in-person care with availability within two weeks.

Rebecca Maple

Rebecca Maple

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, collaborative, validating, and solutions-focused. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard and understood, while also gaining practical tools to create real change in your life.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Angel Johnson

Angel Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe meaningful change starts with understanding what is underneath the patterns that keep leaving you frustrated, overwhelmed, or stuck.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Leidys Janneau

Leidys Janneau

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, empowering, and solution focused. I will support you while also encouraging you to look at things in new ways and take meaningful steps toward your goals.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Davida Barner

Davida Barner

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in meeting clients where they are and working collaboratively to help them discover their strengths and reach their goals.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Susan Mellema

Susan Mellema

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I want to help people recognize their strengths so they can move forward and accomplish treatment goals.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Awopileda

Michael Awopileda

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I bring a structured, supportive, and non-judgmental approach. I will help you slow things down, make sense of what's happening, and identify tools that can help you feel more grounded and in control of your day-to-day life.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Misha Gilmore

Misha Gilmore

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Having gone through immense medical trauma, PTSD, care takers depression and paralyzing grief, I relate to my clients on a deeper level.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Diabetes, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abraham Luba

Abraham Luba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe the best care happens when we work together, so I make it a priority to ensure you fully understand your treatment plan every step of the way.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Mandi Hageline

Mandi Hageline

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I SPECIALIZE IN CHILD and ADOLESCENT populations but have many adult patients and am very familiar with adult ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and treatment resistant depression.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Julia Blum

Julia Blum

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-life experience. We'll work together to help you reconnect with yourself and make meaningful changes.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Tiffany Holden

Tiffany Holden

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Tiffany offers a compassionate and client-centered approach to treat a range mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational issues.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Yash Bedi

Yash Bedi

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a background that includes years of work with people navigating some of the hardest chapters of their lives — including incarcerated individuals, people struggling with addiction, and those carrying cultural weight that doesn't show up in a standard intake form. I'm South Asian, I grew up navigating two worlds, and that shapes how I show up for clients who've had to figure things out without a clear map. I don't do therapy with a clipboard. I'm direct, I'm real, and I'm genuinely interested in what's underneath the surface.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alvie Red

Alvie Red

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I especially enjoy working with people who feel stuck, are going through big life transitions, or are navigating mood-related challenges like anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Lolita Drummond

Lolita Drummond

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My aim is to ensure you feel heard and understood, and to help you leave the session with a sense of hope and direction for the path ahead.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Lovelyne Ngeche

Lovelyne Ngeche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Downers Grove, IL


“My approach to care is simple: I collaborate with my patients in developing a plan of care that leads to improved outcomes.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Leslie Wenning

Leslie Wenning

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which focuses on balancing acceptance and change while building practical skills for managing emotions, relationships, and stress.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Marcin Mika

Marcin Mika

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Barrington, IL


“I believe the best treatment starts with listening. My approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and focused on keeping care practical, personalized, and easy to understand.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
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.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Dr. Shontel Ray

Dr. Shontel Ray

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with people navigating depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, and my approach is open-minded, motivating, and solution-focused.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Rakesia Major

Rakesia Major

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have more than 25 years of social work experience, I offer compassionate, practical support through life's challenges.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Gifty Danso

Dr. Gifty Danso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to take control of their mental wellness.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Tricia Richards

Tricia Richards

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I believe meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and accepted. My goal is to create a warm, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where children and teens feel safe being themselves while working toward positive change.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 22 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in both school and mental health settings. I currently work in a school, helping students navigate social, emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges. I also have experience in an adolescent psychiatric hospital, where I supported teens struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.

I understand the unique pressures young people face today—from school stress, academic expectations, and fitting in with peers to family conflict, identity development, anxiety, depression, and parental stress. My approach is affirming, strengths-based, and solution-focused, combining empathy and a genuine sense of humor. I believe therapy doesn't always have to feel heavy and that laughter can be an important part of healing. Together, we'll build on your strengths to help you feel more confident, resilient, and empowered.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Carmecia Mcknight

Carmecia Mcknight

Therapist

Virtual • Orland Park, IL


“My goal is to help bring into awareness traumas, feelings, and thoughts by acknowledging the influence of varying relationships and systems in your life so that you can heal.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Christine Normando

Christine Normando

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm a warm, client-centered therapist who helps people navigate life's challenges with more clarity, resilience, and self-understanding.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Mistie Drews

Mistie Drews

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I also personally understand how difficult anxiety and life's challenges can feel, which helps me show up with empathy, honesty, and compassion.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Saiyd Joyce

Saiyd Joyce

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with adults who are ready to take an honest look at their lives and start making meaningful changes.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Alesha Jones-Johnson

Alesha Jones-Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is supportive, honest, and structured. I provide a safe space to talk, but I also help you build real-life skills — emotional regulation, communication, boundaries, and coping strategies you can actually use outside of sessions.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Vanessa Torres Garcia

Dr. Vanessa Torres Garcia

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to psychotherapy is flexible and based on respect, commitment and evidence-based practices.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Foster

Emily Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm and empathic, welcoming your whole self into the work. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to help you feel more grounded and supported...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gina Coleman

Gina Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a mother of children with special needs, I have a unique passion for supporting caregivers and or parents of children with behavioral and developmental challenges.”
Aetna + 17 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Amy Smith

Amy Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I view therapy as a partnership. I bring my clinical expertise and you bring a profound knowledge of who you are and were you want to go.”
Aetna + 16 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Dorothy Price

Dorothy Price

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My practice is especially attuned to the needs of people impacted by community violence, grief, or chronic stress, as well as those who've served others and are now ready to focus on themselves.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Amanda Pryor

Amanda Pryor

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. You can expect a mix of compassionate listening and clear, actionable strategies...”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Bridgette McClure

Bridgette McClure

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is collaborative, steady, and real — someone who helps you feel understood and genuinely supported in making change.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Haley Bichsel

Haley Bichsel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach blends solution-focused, trauma-informed care with evidence-based tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Shengtian Wu

Shengtian Wu

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm not here to rush you or hand you generic advice — I'm here to actually listen, ask good questions, and help you build tools that fit your real life.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Katherine Rack

Katherine Rack

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe healing begins when we create enough safety to honestly explore the experiences, relationships, and systems that have pulled us away from our authentic selves.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherise Nicholas

Sherise Nicholas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients understand the patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so they can begin to respond differently and feel more in control.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kim Olver

Kim Olver

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I focus on helping you understand yourself so you can create healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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Aetna 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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