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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Lexington, KY

Find affordable mental healthcare in Lexington with Aetna through Headway's extensive provider network. With copays between $0-$35 and over 631 licensed providers available, you can access care that fits your schedule and budget, whether in-person or virtual.

Jo Elbert

Jo Elbert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“Clients can expect to leave each session with a sense of being truly heard, supported, and understood... My goal is for you to walk away with greater clarity, tools you can apply in daily life, and a renewed sense of hope and direction.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Michelle McBride

Dr. Michelle McBride

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


I’m Dr. Michelle S. McBride, DNP, PMHNP-BC, MBA, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Rush University in Chicago, IL. Before obtaining my doctorate, I was a board-certified psychiatric registered nurse, gaining extensive experience across various clinical settings, including inpatient psychiatry, psychiatric emergency services, community behavioral health, and forensic psychiatry (jail-based care).

I am experienced, confident in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including:

  • Schizophrenia & Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Eating Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Personality Disorders
  • ADHD
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • PTSD
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
  • Bipolar Disorders
  • Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
  • Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED)
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tonya Stephens

Tonya Stephens

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe that therapy and medicine go hand in hand and I believe in treating the person holistically.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Lindsey McAllister

Lindsey McAllister

Therapist

Virtual • Bowling Green, KY


“I have extensive experience working with men and women who have experienced trauma or struggle with substance use disorders.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Kimberly Laun

Kimberly Laun

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is supportive and solution-focused. I draw from years of experience across different levels of mental health care to help clients identify meaningful goals and take steady, achievable steps toward them.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Courtney Dix

Courtney Dix

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe you are the expert of your own life, and I am here to support you as you work towards your goals.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dreama Hedrick

Dreama Hedrick

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Therapy with me is a partnership. You bring your lived experience; I bring clinical expertise and a calm, supportive presence.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Alex Rentel

Alex Rentel

Therapist

Virtual • Pikeville, KY


“Clients can expect to feel a load has been taken off their shoulders and that they have been profoundly seen and heard.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shawn Foster

Shawn Foster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ashland, KY


I'm a veteran and therapist who finds peace in the natural world. I believe true growth comes from living your values and making real, experiential change. Whatever the space, I'll be there to encourage your growth with active listening, skill building, and action.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Julie Guynn

Julie Guynn

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Clients can expect to take away new skills sets, different viewpoints, challenges to unhealthy ways of coping and relating, validation, and acceptance.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kathie Turner

Kathie Turner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“I combine medication management with integrative therapies like nutrition, dietary supplements, counseling / lifestyle coaching and functional lab testing to create a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Adam Berry

Adam Berry

Therapist

Virtual • Louisville, KY


Hi, I’m Adam. I have a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Louisville, and I’ve spent my entire career in private practice over the past five years. My work focuses on helping people heal from trauma, and I’m trained in EMDR. I also work frequently with substance use concerns, depression, and anxiety.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ariel Brooks

Ariel Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I specialize in working with the unique concerns of the LGBTQ+ community and members of the global majority (aka "people of color").”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christy Ray

Christy Ray

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe in the power of hope and the possibility of change. I choose to stand with those who are struggling, to offer knowledge, compassion, and skill.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Joshua Elliott

Dr. Joshua Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I work with adults navigating grief, stress, life transitions, identity, relationships, and the effects of difficult or traumatic experiences, with particular experience supporting LGBTQ+ and gender and sexual minority clients.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Chandra Coles

Chandra Coles

Psychologist

Virtual • Louisville, KY


My mission is to remind others that the strength to rise after a fall already lives within them. Throughout my own journey, I’ve experienced many setbacks—moments when getting back up felt out of reach, and failure felt final. But over time, each fall revealed a lesson, and each step forward brought growth, clarity, and resilience. I possess a diverse clinical foundation, supporting individuals with developmental disorders, autism spectrum disorder, mood and personality disorders, depression, and anxiety. I’ve been honored to serve in multiple therapeutic roles, offering individual, couples, family, and group therapy to those seeking healing and meaningful change.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nancy Gilmer

Nancy Gilmer

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My theoretical approach is a blending of Eastern Philosophies of The Tao, Buddhism with Transpersonal Therapy and the Western Psychotherapies of CBT, Mindfulness Practice, & Existential coaching to work with you in the Here and Now.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Danielle Guminski

Danielle Guminski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Paducah, KY


In mental healthcare, true healing happens when you feel completely seen, heard, and met with grace. My mission is to partner with you to navigate life's complexities, balancing clinical excellence with deep empathy. I look at wellness holistically...focusing not just on managing symptoms, but on supporting your mind, body, and spirit so that you can thrive.

I believe that to encourage holistic wellness in others, I must practice it myself. When I am not working, you can usually find me spending quality time with my children, tackling a DIY home improvement project, or planning our next big roadtrip adventure. I have a deep love for long-distance travel, exploring historic highways, slowing down the pace of life and meeting strangers across America.

I have proudly served the healthcare community for over 25 years, working in an array of settings. For the past 8 years I have focused on mental health and helping others heal their mind, body, and soul with medication management, psychotherapy, and hormone balancing. I treat ages across the lifespan starting at age 4.

I specialize in treating ADHD/Autism, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Substance Use Disorders, and many other diagnoses by providing compassionate, evidence base care and diagnostic evaluations for a variety of mental health needs.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Lainy Barrick

Lainy Barrick

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I care a lot about creating a space where you feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are—no pressure to have things figured out.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Madija Sandy

Madija Sandy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wilder, KY


“I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in unhelpful patterns, offering a supportive and nonjudgmental space for growth.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Dr. Sukh Dev Singh Khalsa

Dr. Sukh Dev Singh Khalsa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgetown, KY


“With over 30 years of experience in the mental health field I specialize in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and tailored treatment plans...”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Kelsi Helterbrand

Kelsi Helterbrand

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Kentucky. I have been in practice for 18 years. For the last 12 years, I have worked with clients in an outpatient setting. I am passionate about helping individuals recover from eating disorders. While I specialize in working with people struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns, I also work with people seeking treatment for non-eating related issues such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and more.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Dr. L Jacobson

Dr. L Jacobson

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Louisville, KY


“My approach integrates evidence-based medication management with psychotherapy principles. I believe treatment is most effective when patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in decisions about their care.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Mary Miller

Mary Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should feel safe, welcoming, and supportive. My style is soft, caring, and down-to-earth, but I am also honest and direct when needed. I will gently challenge you to consider new perspectives while making sure you feel heard and respected. Together, we will work at a pace that is meaningful and progressive for you.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Calle Janson

Calle Janson

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported as you make sense of your experiences and move toward the life you want to create.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Olga Rodgers

Olga Rodgers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“My practice integrates medication management with supported psychotherapy using a respected, non-judgmental approach.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lauren Abasheva

Lauren Abasheva

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I view mental health as important as physical health. When an injury/illness occurs, seeking professional intervention, guidance, and support can improve overall wellness.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Anthony LaBraney

Anthony LaBraney

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I focus on creating a steady, supportive environment where clients can feel both understood and challenged in the right ways.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Christine Young

Christine Young

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“We believe that an ongoing combination of brief therapy and medication management is the most effective way of achieving this.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Thomas Haffner

Thomas Haffner

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“For two decades it has been my honor and privilege to share many a journey of healing, understanding and transformation.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Joseph Dabbs

Joseph Dabbs

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Through a person-centered, holistic, and trauma-informed therapeutic approach, trust is created to help individuals establish and attain their treatment goals.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Krystal Pfeiffer

Krystal Pfeiffer

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Hi, I’m a therapist who believes healing doesn’t have to feel stiff, awkward, or like you’re sitting in a room being judged by someone holding a clipboard.

My style is warm, down-to-earth, and often sprinkled with humor—because sometimes we need to laugh so we don’t fall apart, and sometimes we just need to laugh while we’re putting ourselves back together.

I specialize in working with people who don’t fit neatly into one diagnostic box—folks with dual diagnoses, complex histories, depression that doesn’t budge easily, and the “I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help” crowd. If you’ve been called “a lot,” “too much,” or “hard to treat,” you’re exactly my kind of person.

What therapy with me feels like:

Safe, supportive, and human—not clinical and cold

A place where you can be messy, honest, sarcastic, or quiet

Collaborative, with plenty of gentle challenge when you need it

Rooted in evidence-based strategies, but delivered in a way that feels real and doable

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Kelli Wright

Kelli Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Hi! I'm Kelli Wright, a licensed professional counselor with 19 years of clinical experience. I'm passionate about helping people get unstuck, overcome challenges, and develop skills to cope with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and more. I have advanced training in anxiety disorders and addiction.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nathaniel Heltsley

Nathaniel Heltsley

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


My ideal client is someone who has experienced trauma and/or struggles with substance use. They are looking for a safe and supportive environment to work through their issues and find healing and recovery. They understand the importance of addressing their mental health and are motivated to make positive changes in their life. Their goals include building coping skills, improving relationships, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Their desire for change stems from a desire to live a happier and healthier life, free from the negative impacts of trauma and substance use.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
April Rodriguez

April Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I love looking at strengths and resources available to a client in order to help them solve or improve challenges.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Susan Engler

Susan Engler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


“I provide a warm and accepting judgement free zone where clients can identify their own goals and I can support them in their journey.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jermaine Johnson

Jermaine Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I am a person-centered therapist. I use a Collaborative Approach and Narrative practices to lead conversations that are therapeutic in nature.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Mona Cattan

Mona Cattan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisville, KY


“I create a safe, respectful space to help clients identify and break through the barriers that hold them back.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Brenda Dillingham

Dr. Brenda Dillingham

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Many of my clients learn skills to navigate the most difficult of relationships through finding their inner strengths and confidence in themselves to make the best decisions.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shameka Sells-Moore

Shameka Sells-Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


Life can be overwhelming. As your therapist, I can help you deal with life's changes without judgement. My goal is to assist you with enhancing your life and discovering your purpose.

Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

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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