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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Des Moines, IA

Access mental healthcare in Des Moines with UnitedHealthcare coverage through Headway's network of 113 licensed providers. Sessions start at around $25 copay, conducted in-person or virtually, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Rebecca Stern

Rebecca Stern

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Whether you’re dealing with a long-standing struggle or a new crisis, finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. I offer a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported from the start. Whatever you’re carrying, we’ll work through it together and find a path forward that helps you feel better.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Kristal Williams

Kristal Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then we will decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Jami Wood

Jami Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I'll hold a safe, shame-free space for us where we can explore new ways to address unhelpful patterns, move through uncomfortable feelings, and be kinder to yourself.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Ian Glickman

Ian Glickman

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“My style is respectful, supportive, friendly, and affirming. I believe therapy should feel like a safe place where you can speak honestly, feel understood, and begin reconnecting with your strengths, values, and goals.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Nataliya Grandt

Nataliya Grandt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Coralville, IA


“By blending natural supplements, Western medicine, and thoughtful deprescribing, I aim to empower you with choices that promote healing, resilience, and lasting mental wellness.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jessica Vandercoy

Jessica Vandercoy

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I take a person in environment approach and will walk along side you on a journey of self-discovery and healing.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Gina Strong

Gina Strong

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I view the therapeutic alliance as a partnership requiring mutual trust, respect, honesty, communication, and commitment to do the work.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Anita Green

Anita Green

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is individualized, designed to meet your unique needs and focus on what matters most to you.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Emily Watter

Emily Watter

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My work is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and the belief that every person holds the capacity for growth and healing.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Courtney Dombrowski

Courtney Dombrowski

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy is more than symptom relief. It's a space to slow down, reflect, and explore the messy, complicated parts of being human.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Watter

Emily Watter

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Florida, New Jersey, Iowa, and Massachusetts, with several years of experience supporting individuals through trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I earned my Master’s in Social Work and have since worked in both residential and outpatient settings, helping adults navigate complex emotional experiences and build lasting resilience.

I’m trained in EMDR therapy and integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. My style is warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental, creating a space where you can safely explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

I’m passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves, heal from the past, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.

United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Asheley Korf

Asheley Korf

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I've been working in mental health for over 15 years, helping people untangle stress, trauma, and the weight of expectations.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Brandi Starks

Brandi Starks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • West Des Moines, IA


You’re the one who usually has everything under control, but lately, the "strong" version of you feels like a mask that’s getting too heavy to wear. Whether you’re a mother wondering why you feel detached from the life you worked so hard to build, or a parent exhausted by the cycle of ADHD-related challenges—you don’t have to carry this alone.

I provide a warm, judgment-free space where you can stop surviving and start thriving. My approach is patient-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based, tailored to move you toward a life where you feel present, connected, and capable.

I specialize in:

  • Perinatal & Maternal Mental Health: Navigating the "new reality" of motherhood.
  • High-Achieving Professionals: Managing burnout, perfectionism, and "mental load."
  • Neurodiversity-Affirming Care: Supporting parents and children navigating ADHD and behavioral hurdles.

Why Work With Me?

I offer a "cozy" office experience in Houston, TX, and convenient virtual care across 7 states ( DE, FL, GA, IA, KS, MT, and TX). My goal is to make mental health easy, accessible and relatable.

United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Jennifer Hutchinson

Jennifer Hutchinson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I especially enjoy working with marginalized people: differently abled, LGTBQIA populations, people of color, and financially challenged individuals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“Expect to walk away feeling heard and valued, knowing you are being cared for by a knowledgeable and passionate provider.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Mark Hillenbrand

Mark Hillenbrand

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am trained in counseling interventions designed to positively impact stress, life adjustments and marital issues as well as psychological concerns such as addictions, depression and anxiety.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Stanley Okeyemi

Stanley Okeyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


I am Stanley Okeyemi, the founder of Brighter Light Behavioral Health Services. I am currently licensed as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in Texas, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Washington, North Carolina, Nebraska, Virginia and New York. I have been working in the mental health industry for 16 years, but licensed as a PMHNP for four years, with a vast amount of experience and affiliations with over 40 hospitals/clinics combined across the USA

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Maggie Austin

Maggie Austin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I take a holistic approach to psychiatry, considering a patient's entire well-being, including their physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual health.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Thomas Dennis

Dr. Thomas Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“With a background in healthcare and advanced training in pastoral counseling, I specialize in supporting people from all walks of life, coping with illness and disease, caregiver overload, grief and loss, family crisis, career change, and life...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grace Soistman

Grace Soistman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is not just symptom reduction but helping you understand how your brain works so treatment feels clear, collaborative, and sustainable.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Angela Revol

Angela Revol

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I believe that therapy is a space that belongs to you and is nurtured by your therapist for you. Through this healing environment, I give you the tools to change self-defeating behaviors.

United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Griffith

Jennifer Griffith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“You are not just a diagnosis; you are a unique individual whose mental, physical, and social health all impact your overall well-being.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Cooper

Jennifer Cooper

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Davenport, IA


“My approach to care is rooted in empathy, evidence-based practice, and a deep commitment to helping each person feel seen, heard, and supported.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Jenkins

Erin Jenkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bettendorf, IA


“My approach centers on empowering clients to develop assertive communication and establish healthy boundaries, both with themselves and others, to enhance their overall quality of life.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Katie Winer

Katie Winer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is gentle and direct, and while I have confidence in my knowledge about therapy, I treat every client as an individual and learn from every person who works with me.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Shannon Hilliker

Shannon Hilliker

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My hope is that clients will walk away from sessions feeling supported and cared for, with a compassionate and growing self-awareness...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Caroly Maharajh

Caroly Maharajh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I use a patient-centered care approach, making you an active participant in your mental health care.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keife Earley

Keife Earley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


“I combine medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and functional medicine principles to address mental health comprehensively.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Megan Tafolla

Megan Tafolla

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I take an action-oriented, collaborative approach to therapy... to offer meaningful insight to support clients' healing.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jessica McGinn

Jessica McGinn

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I use a adaptive style of therapy with those i work with... the techniques and approaches I use depends on the individual I am working with and what their individual needs are.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Tiffany Lemery

Tiffany Lemery

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe resilience isn't about pretending you're unaffected. It's about processing what you've carried so it no longer controls your life.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Jan "Rosalyn" Diehl

Jan "Rosalyn" Diehl

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I balance insight with actionable tools, so you're not just talking about your experiences—you're learning strategies you can use in your daily life to build confidence, strengthen self-worth, communicate more effectively, and trust yourself more...”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jacinta Wangui

Jacinta Wangui

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“With a background in treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions, I use a compassionate and personalized approach to care.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dominga Martinez

Dominga Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • West Des Moines, IA


“I'm a firm believer in the power of human connection, and I'm passionate about helping people find their voice and live a more authentic life.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jan Lebahn

Jan Lebahn

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I love my work and approach each session with passion to explore and enhance the strengths individuals possess.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Carlson

Christopher Carlson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I enjoy working with individuals within all of the clinical social work areas but specifically specialize within anxiety and depression.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Kadesha Evans

Dr. Kadesha Evans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore challenges, identify strengths, and develop personalized solutions...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Stephenie Szumny

Stephenie Szumny

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe that the foundation of effective therapy is a strong, trusting relationship between counselor and client.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Amy Wilhelmi

Amy Wilhelmi

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I specialize in couples and sex therapy, using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners reconnect emotionally and physically.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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 United Healthcare — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.