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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Kansas

Headway connects Kansas residents with 450 providers accepting Aetna insurance, with sessions starting at $0–$30. Get flexible virtual or in-person care and find your ideal match from our extensive network.

Amanda Pierce

Amanda Pierce

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I believe that kindness and honesty combined with training and experience is the mix that helps clients that have been stuck move beyond their pain, confusion and frustrations into a life and mindset that creates the space for happiness, peace and a...”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Katie Nelson

Katie Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Leawood, KS


The decision to seek counseling can be overwhelming. Finding the right fit and feeling like you are in a safe space can sometimes be a challenge. My goal as a therapist is to create a place where clients feel empowered, secure, and seen. I utilize an integrative counseling approach which allows me to tailor your treatment to your unique needs.

I work with clients of all ages and in all seasons of life. Especially those clients with ADHD or those who may be dealing with relationship issues, lack of self-esteem, anxiety, or depression. My top priority is providing clients with the best therapy experience possible as they work toward their personal goals.

You already took the first step toward the best version of yourself. I would be honored to walk with you on the journey toward a better, healthier you.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Kris Griswold

Kris Griswold

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“Kris uses a therapeutic approach that combines the best of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-centered Therapy, and neuroscience to create a holistic, science-backed method for emotional healing.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Nelson

Ashley Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“Ashley offers a client centered approach, delivering individualized therapeutic treatment to meet the needs of each client.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Sarita Boyette

Sarita Boyette

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I approach the therapeutic relationship with sensitivity towards you and your experience, a focus on what you desire from our time together, and respect for multi/cross-cultural factors and influence.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elijah Buchholz

Elijah Buchholz

Therapist

Virtual • Olathe, KS


Hello! My name is Elijah and I have been a licensed therapist for almost 20 years. I specialize in Anxiety/Panic treatment, Couples/Marital Counseling, and am strongly LGBTQ allied. I would love to connect and discuss more about your needs. I come from a Deaf family and am fluent in American Sign Language.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Centurion Johnson

Centurion Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lawrence, KS


“I am very passionate about helping those that have been disenfranchised, discarded and dismissed by society.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Ross

Jacqueline Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I believe that individuals have the strengths and tools needed to improve their lives, and I'm here to guide you in developing them.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
ShunQuita Greene

ShunQuita Greene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


My name is ShunQuita Greene and I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I specialize in working with teens and adults who struggle with mental health challenges

My practice is unique because I provide a holistic, client centered approach. I will also work with your medical treatment team to coordinate care and be an available resource.

I am passionate about this work because it is my belief that we are all capable of healing and becoming the best version of ourselves despite any challenges that we may encounter throughout our journey to wholeness.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lynn Ford

Lynn Ford

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“My practice is grounded in collaboration, transparency, and creating a safe, judgment-free space where clients feel heard and supported.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Armstrong

Jennifer Armstrong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


I have over 20 years of experience in healthcare. My career began as a pharmacy technician, then as an emergency room nurse, and later supervising behavioral health units at Mercy St. Louis before becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.This background allows me to understand mental health from both medical and psychiatric perspectives.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Elizabeth Allen

Elizabeth Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach to therapy services is based on nurturing a trusted partnership with my clients and outlining strategies together to achieve goals the client has set for themselves.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Brandi Starks

Brandi Starks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Overland Park, KS


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.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Erimias Adugna

Erimias Adugna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“I take a collaborative, clear, and supportive approach—helping clients set goals, explore options, and build practical strategies.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Annie Handley

Annie Handley

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client. I also offer EMDR to address painful memories and the lingering effects of trauma.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gary Ridings

Gary Ridings

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to help the client feel relaxed and comfortable in session and to help them determine and reach their goals of living a healthy and fulfilling life.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Grace Harmon

Grace Harmon

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“Using solution-focused treatment modality to empower her clients with the skills needed to cultivate healthy coping strategies, practice self-care, and effectively engage with their natural support systems and environment.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Michael Valverde

Michael Valverde

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I believe therapy works best when you feel understood, respected, and never judged. My approach is collaborative and practical, helping you develop skills that you can use outside of our sessions rather than simply talking through problems week after week. I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based approach that helps people respond differently to difficult thoughts and emotions while taking meaningful action toward the life they want to build.

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, or overwhelming stress, my goal is to create a space where you can be honest about what you're experiencing and feel supported as we work toward lasting change. I strive to balance compassion with directness, offering both validation and practical strategies to help you move forward in a way that aligns with your values.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ryan Hale

Dr. Ryan Hale

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I started out working in college sports as a trainer and eventually began consulting with athletes and coaches after graduate school. My career path later took me through 10 years with an ambulance service, 2 years as a community service officer and 4 years as a crisis counselor embedded with a police department. I've also spent a considerable amount of time teaching psychology as a college professor. Because of this rather unique skill set, I have a heart for athletes, rescue workers and students.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Susan Polino

Dr. Susan Polino

Psychologist

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to create a safe therapeutic space in which clients feel comfortable discussing their current concerns and personal history.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Carleen Roberts

Carleen Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I am practicing the art of human connection and compassion. I enjoy working with adult seeking to bring inner calm and contentment to their lives no matter the challenges being faced.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Iglesias

John Iglesias

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“Just as therapy helped me during pivotal moments in my life, I want to help my clients find the same support, healing, and personal growth that therapy gave me.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Carla Lopez

Carla Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I have been working with adolescents/children since 2010 when I first began teaching children with Autism and doing in-home behavior therapy.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leon Edwards

Leon Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal for the first session is to provide my clients with a free and non-judgmental space for them to begin sharing the emotional and mental health challenges that they have been experiencing.”
Aetna + 3 others
Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Bozzoli

Dr. Lisa Bozzoli

Therapist

Virtual • Leavenworth, KS


“Lisa specializes in helping people by providing hope as they are working through life's difficulties.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Dana Foster

Dana Foster

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“In leaving a medication management session, the goal is that you will feel empowered, informed and in control of your treatment plan.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Connor O'Shea

Connor O'Shea

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Shawnee, KS


“My goal with you, my client, is to give you the skills and insights to interact with and manage your emotions.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Kristen Collom

Kristen Collom

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“She works alongside clients to foster insight, resilience, and meaningful progress, helping them feel more in control and less defined by their struggles.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Joseph Beck

Joseph Beck

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


You're navigating something hard right now, whether that's anxiety, depression, grief, a major life transition, or stress that just won't let up. You don't have to figure it out alone. I'm Joseph, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience helping people move through uncertainty with confidence. My work is grounded in a simple belief: when we accept change and prepare for it thoughtfully, we transform it from a source of crisis into an opportunity for growth .

I work with adults who are managing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, chronic illness, caregiving stress, and life transitions such as divorce, retirement, or career shifts. I aim to create a calm, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment where you can be honest about how you’re doing—without feeling like you have to have it all figured out. My goal is not to tell you who to be, but to walk alongside you as you clarify what you want your life to look like and take steps toward it at a pace that feels right for you.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Sallie West

Sallie West

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is practical, grounded, and focused on helping you get unstuck in real time—not just talking about what's hard, but changing how you move through it.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Alisha Hall-Payne

Alisha Hall-Payne

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I practice from a Biblical yet practical perspective with a goal to provide a calm, peaceful non-judgmental atmosphere...”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Julie Rinard

Julie Rinard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Mission, KS


“My approach focuses on partnering with patients to create individualized treatment plans that combine thoughtful medication management with behavioral strategies and lifestyle modifications to support long-term well-being and meaningful outcomes.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Justin Grotheer

Justin Grotheer

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with individual adults. I support clients navigating ADHD, neurodivergence, emotional regulation, relationship patterns, identity, and life transitions. My work is trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, and grounded in the belief that therapy can help you better understand yourself, strengthen self-trust, and the clinical belief that any person can change course in life at any time.

I draw from approaches such as EFT, IFS, ACT, and integrative experiential techniques, tailoring our work to your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll explore emotions, patterns, and strategies that help you feel more grounded, resilient, and connected to yourself and the relationships that matter most.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deb Acers

Deb Acers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


“As a certified play therapist, I offer children tools to process and express their emotions effectively.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Roberts

Alyssa Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I aim to create a space that feels warm, genuine, and safe. I believe therapy does not have to feel intimidating to be effective, and I often use appropriate humor to help clients feel more comfortable while doing meaningful work.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Alexa Wright

Alexa Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I offer a warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach to therapy, meeting you with care wherever you are on your journey.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Julie Karanja

Julie Karanja

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lenexa, KS


Hi, my name is Julie Karanja, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have been in the helping profession for over 20 years and have worked at SOZO Therapy Group for more than three years. I consider it an honor to walk alongside individuals who take the brave step of beginning their therapy journey.

I enjoy supporting individuals through grief and loss, relational challenges—including betrayal trauma—and working with women and couples as they navigate their reproductive journeys. I have held a certification in Perinatal Mental Health for over five years, bringing specialized training and care to this area of my work.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Jason Stary

Jason Stary

Therapist

Virtual • Olathe, KS


“I also know what it's like to live with depression and anxiety, having addressed these issues in my own life.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Casey Smith

Casey Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


As a clinical therapist for 12 years I believe that having a good therapeutic experience can add to your life and those around you immensely. Getting started is often the hardest part so congratulations on taking this step! I work mainly with clients experiencing difficulty with relationships, including but not limited to romantic relationships or family. If you are needing help with changing unhealthy patterns and finding new ways of being in relationship this is my specialty. I also have experience working with neurodivergent issues with individuals and well as in relationships.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Sullivan

Kathryn Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I specialize in treating C-PTSD, focusing on the present and helping you heal relational wounds while building a healthier connection between your mind and body.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

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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