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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Iowa

Connect with 387 licensed therapists across Iowa through Headway, offering both virtual and in-person sessions covered by Aetna. With copays ranging from $0-$25, many patients save up to 75% on mental health care while accessing providers with availability within two weeks.

Brian Stella

Brian Stella

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


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.

Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Rebecca Garland

Rebecca Garland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like your current medication isn't working—I help adults get real relief with personalized, evidence-based care.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tara Huber

Tara Huber

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can be honest, move at your own pace, and learn practical tools to help in everyday life.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Mars Robinson

Mars Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am privileged to walk alongside my clients, whatever the need, on their journey to seek hope and healing.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jessica Coburn

Jessica Coburn

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“As a therapist navigating my own reality with Stage 3c Ovarian Cancer, Stage 3 Kidney Disease and unresectable Growing Teratoma Syndrome, I know firsthand how exhausting it is to carry this weight in a world that just wants you to "stay positive."”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Jennifer Shook

Jennifer Shook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burlington, IA


“I create a space where children and teens can be themselves, feel heard, and work through what's going on at their own pace.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Rhonda Aragon

Rhonda Aragon

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I don't waste time with surface work if you're ready to go deeper. My style is warm but honest—I will support you, challenge you when needed, and stay focused on what actually moves the needle.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Adrianna Valdez

Adrianna Valdez

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I blend the practical tools of CBT and Solution-Focused therapy with attachment and mindfulness approaches to help you regulate stress and shift unhelpful patterns.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Robert Holmes

Robert Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • North Liberty, IA


“My approach is strength based, person centered. You take control of a session, direct therapy, goals, and interventions to suit you that work for you.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristal Steeves

Kristal Steeves

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


If you've been told your anxiety, exhaustion, or emotional shifts are "just stress" or "just aging" — and something in you knows it's more than that — you're in the right place. I'm Kristal, a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting people through life's most challenging transitions. That career — rooted in crisis intervention, child welfare, and working alongside people experiencing homelessness — built in me a deep capacity to sit with complexity, pain, and change without flinching. That foundation now drives my specialized work with women navigating perimenopause and menopause. I bring both clinical expertise and lived experience to this work. I've walked this road myself — which means when you show up, you will be genuinely seen and heard, perhaps in a way you haven't been in a long time.

Check me out on the Grit to Growth Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTvAK4pRlkM

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lauro Guzman

Lauro Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I have a particular heart for men who were raised to "tough it out," and for clients balancing cultural identity and family expectations — people who aren't used to asking for help and want a therapist who gets that.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Dr. Steven Meek

Dr. Steven Meek

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Iowa


“During the initial visit you can expect a reassuring experience knowing that your evaluation and treatment are based in a full perspective, straight forward logic, non-judgmental safe process.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Camilla Buchanan

Camilla Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I've continued building my skills through advanced training in EMDR therapy and Brainspotting therapy to help people work through trauma.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Levin

Jonathan Levin

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe the purpose of therapy is to empower the client. This will allow them to tell their story and learn to believe in their full potential.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
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.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Necol Arens

Necol Arens

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to provide person centered empowering evidenced based interventions that allows for individuals to feel hopeful and heard.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Broomfield

Jennifer Broomfield

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can finally exhale, a space where you do not have to perform, explain away your feelings, or pretend you are okay when you are not.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kristilee Cappaert

Kristilee Cappaert

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Client's can expect to be heard and acknolwedged during the first session and walk away feeling acknolwledged and that what they are going through matters.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Joanie Defibaugh

Joanie Defibaugh

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hi, I'm Joanie! If you're feeling weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or painful life experiences, you don't have to navigate them alone. Trauma can leave you feeling stuck in the past, constantly on edge, or wondering why certain emotions and reactions seem so difficult to control. My approach is warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. I work with adults to better understand how past experiences continue to shape their lives today while helping them build the insight, confidence, and tools needed to move forward in a way that feels authentic and empowering.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Jamie Swan

Jamie Swan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Albia, IA


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I believe that mental health care is not one-size-fits-all...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Katia Bhagatram

Katia Bhagatram

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hello and thank you for looking at my profile. My approach to providing therapy is to Keep. It. Simple.

I focus on the mind-body connection to help you understand why things feel the way they do, how our brain and body interpret certain feelings and experiences, and then what you can do to try to manage those feelings and make situations feel more comfortable and under control.

I specialize working with adolescents, but welcome all ages and genders. My main areas of clinical focus are in mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Craig Dike

Dr. Craig Dike

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach to treatment is first & foremost an "evidence based approach"... utilize a variety of well researched principles & techniques to assist you in moving towards the life you want.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Elizabeth Rigsbee

Elizabeth Rigsbee

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy should happen in a judgment-free, empathetic atmosphere where you can feel safe to explore your wellness goals.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Olivia Ritter

Olivia Ritter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Des Moines, IA


“Honoring your role as the expert in your own life, I'm here to gently guide you in nurturing self-discovery, restoring balance, and reclaiming your well-being.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Eating disorders, OCD, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Kaleena Johnson

Kaleena Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Douglas

Andrea Douglas

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring evidence-based methods like CBT, SFT, and trauma-informed care to fit each client's unique needs.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Alberto Vital

Alberto Vital

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I have realized that I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, suicide, crises, trauma, and phobias.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenna Brown

Jenna Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I strive to create a compassionate, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, valued, and understood.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Madelyn Tiwari

Madelyn Tiwari

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Life doesn’t always give you time to catch your breath, whether you’re managing

anxiety and depression, moving through a stressful life transition, or facing a chronic

illness or end-of-life diagnosis. For over 12 years, I’ve helped adults and seniors find

steadier ground through anxiety, depression, chronic illness, end-of-life care, and the

stress of young adulthood, in a warm, empathic, and nonjudgmental space. If you’re

looking for a therapist to walk alongside you, I’d love to connect.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Lynn Murphy

Lynn Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about creating a supportive, compassionate environment where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and achieve meaningful change.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Inga Eanes

Inga Eanes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Council Bluffs, IA


“A large percentage of my clients can't identify their feelings. That then it gets expressed as depression or anger when they don't want to be.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Energetic, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


******Our office will reach out to schedule an appointment with you once you request a consultation. We provide appointments and not consults with providers.

Chelsia Burkes-Brown is a Board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has over eleven years of nursing experience in various settings, including inpatient psychiatric care across the lifespan. She is committed to providing both competent and compassionate care to her clients.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Christina Johnson-Gunn

Christina Johnson-Gunn

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in painful relationship patterns, carrying the effects of trauma, or facing a life transition that feels hard to manage, therapy can be a place to exhale. I work with adults who want support making sense of what they’re going through and finding practical ways to feel more grounded, understood, and in control. I also support clients navigating family dynamics, including experiences related to autism, adoption, and complex relationships.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Sean Weller

Sean Weller

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am focused on utilizing the best approach to assist my clients. My basis is CBT and REBT. I am also drawn to humanistic approaches, ACT, and Solution focused.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Robyn Klein

Robyn Klein

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I'm a social worker with over a decade of fieldwork with various populations in numerous settings. My breadth of experience affords me special insight into and a deep passion for infertility, perinatal and postpartum struggles, chronic illness, and military life. Working together is mutually beneficial: I get to put years of schooling and experience into practice, and you get to work towards improved overall wellness.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Shelley Clayton

Shelley Clayton

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I pride myself on the ability to meet clients wherever they are in their process; I can adapt to whatever therapy, interaction, or learning style works best for them.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kari Ross

Kari Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I am a counselor that will meet you where you are and challenge you to get to where you want to be, by being warm, understanding, and compassionate. I view trauma as a whole body experience and work with you at your pace. I have more than 10 years of experience working with those who have experienced trauma both as an advocate and therapist.

Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dan Caldwell

Dan Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I will provide a safe nonjudgemental space for you to process your thoughts, feelings, and emotions.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Katelyn Adducci

Katelyn Adducci

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I specialize in working with empathetic, deeply feeling, & creative individuals who struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, and feeling overwhelmed by their emotions.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

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

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