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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Baton Rouge, LA

Access mental health support in Baton Rouge with Cigna coverage, where sessions start at around $30 per visit. Headway connects you with 871 licensed providers across the state for flexible in-person or virtual care. Many patients save up to 75% on sessions while receiving support for talk therapy and medication management.

Gwendolyn Smith

Gwendolyn Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I am a good listener, non-judgmental and empathic. My counseling approach is eclectic using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Psychoeducation to name a...”
Cigna + 12 others
Anger management, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Tanice McGowan

Tanice McGowan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Healing flourishes when you feel seen, heard, and met with warmth and curiosity. My approach is trauma-informed and collaborative, with a focus on creating safety, fostering self‐compassion, and helping you move toward a more balanced, meaningful life. I work with individuals and couples, recognizing how stress, mood, and life circumstances shape emotional patterns, connection, and how your body responds to stress. I’m committed to offering a steady, thoughtful space where your values, boundaries, and goals guide our work at a pace that feels right for you.

Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Rachel Steward

Rachel Steward

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that finding the right support shouldn't feel stiff or overwhelming—it should feel like a genuine connection.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherelle Pickney

Sherelle Pickney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to help patients gain clarity, develop a healthier mindset, and create individualized treatment plans that support long-term emotional wellness...”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Nenette Keenan

Nenette Keenan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


With over 20 years of professional experience in the field of mental health, I’m here to guide and support you on your journey to healing and self-discovery. As a licensed therapist, I provide compassionate and intuative care to clients in Louisiana and North Carolina, via telehealth.

Take that first step—let's explore how we can work together to create a brighter, more balanced future. When you’re ready, I’m here for you.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Robert Saville

Robert Saville

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is direct yet warm; I believe in being honest and clear while also creating a space that feels safe, supportive, and non-judgmental.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Granger

Kathryn Granger

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have had the pleasure to collaborate with people from all walks of life and have experience engaging with individuals, couples, and families...”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Energetic, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaShena Haynes

LaShena Haynes

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I don't see myself as the expert on your life, but rather as someone who walks alongside you, helping you gain insight, build skills, and move toward the changes you want.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marlo Best

Marlo Best

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My journey through grief shapes my expertise in depression, anxiety, and PTSD—areas where I offer personalized support.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma
Creative, Energetic, Holistic
Yanada Essex

Yanada Essex

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to provide a space place where you can feel accepted and heard from the first session and throughout the therapy experience.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Hensley-Whitaker

Felicia Hensley-Whitaker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapy style is very warm and relational. I believe that everyone has a right to seek their highest level of functioning...”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Sherile Smith

Sherile Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“We do a brief check-in each session (similar to a temperature check.) Reviewing your sleep pattern, any appetite fluctuations and the like are essential to overall well-being and can provide valuable clues to your experience.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
BriAnn Williams

BriAnn Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should feel like a real, supportive conversation — not something overly clinical or intimidating.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Whitney Miller

Whitney Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Together we focus on practical skills you can actually use in your daily life, not just insights that stay in the therapy room.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
April Poolson

April Poolson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Scarlett Savoie

Scarlett Savoie

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My passion is helping people navigate these difficult moments and find a path toward healing and growth.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Evena Pierre

Evena Pierre

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have developed an even stronger passion for providing unparalleled behavioral health services to individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, and depression and for women who experience mental health conditions during pregnancy and postpartum.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Candace Castille

Candace Castille

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Candace is a dedicated clinician committed to fostering personal growth, healing, and resilience in individuals, couples and families.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dolores Cancino

Dolores Cancino

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe you will find that I have a relaxed, semi-structured style. The focus for a majority of my career has been trauma treatment.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Adam Rivas

Adam Rivas

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I see the counseling relationship as a process in which you, the Client, and I, the Counselor, have come to an understanding to trust one another and work as a team...”
Cigna + 14 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Ashley Bailey

Ashley Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Therapy saved my life. That experience birthed my passion to help others who find themselves struggling with life's challenges. Social anxiety, depression, work issues, grief, relationships- can really throw us for a loop sometimes. I specialize in helping adults with depression, anxiety, and life changes. I am trained in EMDR for the treatment of trauma-related symptoms.

Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Sade Beaulieu

Dr. Sade Beaulieu

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Dr. Beaulieu's theoretical orientation is an integrated approach however, she does incorporate a variety of other styles and techniques depending on the client's individual needs.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Shannon Jackson

Shannon Jackson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“From our sessions together, I want to set expectations and goals and start building trust between us.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Kechia Breedlove

Kechia Breedlove

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in empowering clients by helping them recognize their strengths, develop emotional resilience, and find solutions that promote lasting well-being.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Toni Byers

Toni Byers

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am particularly passionate about supporting women through significant life stages, including pregnancy, postpartum experiences, and fertility challenges.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Katelyn Bello

Katelyn Bello

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients to build on their unique strengths and interests, while also allowing them the opportunity to take the lead toward their own growth and healing.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzette Ermler

Suzette Ermler

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is one of openness and acceptance, focusing on each person's own resiliency and strengths.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Virginia Williams

Virginia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“At sessions with me, clients can expect to find a judgment free zone that is supportive and caring with unconditional positive regard.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Victoria Townsend

Victoria Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My aim is to create an environment that feels safe, grounded, and focused on real meaningful growth.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Arsenno Williams

Arsenno Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, supported, and able to move toward meaningful change.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Cindy Pechon

Cindy Pechon

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Having overcome many personal obstacles, I have first hand experience that allows me to truly empathize with others.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Terrie Ducote

Terrie Ducote

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide telehealth therapy exclusively for adults, offering a safe, down-to-earth space where you can talk openly without judgment or pressure to "just get over it."”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tunisia Nelson

Tunisia Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a MSW in social work and a BA in Psyhcology with a minor in African American studies. My educational background and career include extensive work with transitional age youth, teens, children and families and other disenfranchised populations.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tarsha Magee

Dr. Tarsha Magee

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am, Dr. Tarsha Magee, LCSW-BACS, I have over 25 years of experience in various settings. I provide mental health treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, and Grief, along with symptoms of stress, divorce issues, intimate partner violence and relationship problems. I provide individual, group, couples family therapy, EAP with Cigna and Optum ( United Health Care) consultation, training, psychoeducation, as well as clinical supervision.

Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Taylor Martin

Taylor Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I tailor each session to each individuals specific needs; everyone is unique and requires specific styles of therapy that works best for them.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Wilson Bernstine

Jessica Wilson Bernstine

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My military background helps me recognize silent struggles and create a space where you don't have to perform strength you can just be.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lawana Mabry

Lawana Mabry

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I take great pride in meeting my clients where they are, while helping them get to where they are trying to go.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kennyra Colson

Kennyra Colson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should give you something useful to take into your real life, not just a place to talk for an hour.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Sylvia Stogner

Sylvia Stogner

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I show up as a real person, not a blank professional wall. I bring genuine curiosity, directness, and care to every session.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Rechele Mays

Rechele Mays

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to teach you concrete skills to help you replace self-defeating thoughts with healthier ones.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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 Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — 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.