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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Ellicott City, MD

Access Aetna-covered mental healthcare in Ellicott City through Headway's extensive provider network. Flexible virtual and in-person sessions with copays around $25 help you save 75% on average while focusing on your care without financial stress.

Eric Ndichu

Eric Ndichu

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I meet my clients where they are, help them navigate any challenges they maybe facing in an empowering, supportive and strength based way.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Miles Goldstein

Miles Goldstein

Therapist

Virtual • Rockville, MD


I have had a wide range of experiences with all developmental stages. I help create a warm and accepting space where clients feel safe and supported. I draw from many years of experience and continue to enjoy learning new ways of helping individuals.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stephanie Vancek Castro

Stephanie Vancek Castro

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide a warm, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported while working through whatever brings you to therapy.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Paige Austin

Paige Austin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Therapy can be a space to slow things down, make sense of what you're experiencing, build healthier coping skills, and reconnect with yourself.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Bougher

Sarah Bougher

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and work toward personal growth.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angelica Batts

Angelica Batts

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Establishing strong rapport and a safe therapeutic alliance is foundational to my work, as meaningful healing begins with feeling seen and understood.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monique Boyd

Monique Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I work with adults and seniors in Maryland who are ready to go deeper; to understand what drives their emotional responses, how past experiences still shape the present, and what it would take for something real to change.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lindsay Smith

Lindsay Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


As a licensed clinical professional counselor, I strongly believe in prioritizing yourself and mental health. I've been practicing for the past 8 years working with a variety of clients in all different ages and backgrounds, but within most of my years in practice, I focus on adults in their 20s-40s who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain as they navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, family issues, and boundaries.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jenn L. Lechliter

Jenn L. Lechliter

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Stress & transitions come in many forms that can affect our mood and everyday functioning - but does not have to be our forever reality.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara Andela

Cara Andela

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I strive to build a supportive and safe therapy space to promote healing, growth, and wellbeing for my clients.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eberechi Uchegbue

Eberechi Uchegbue

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I will partner with you to establish a schedule that works to address your mental health needs in a manner that will help you get healthy as you can be and get your life back.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Taylor

Leslie Taylor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Great to meet you!

As a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe prioritizing mental health is integral to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’m honored to share that I have been helping people for nearly 25 years... and counting! I look forward to working with you and uncovering the solutions needed to help you live the life you desire and deserve!

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Selena Cooks

Selena Cooks

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


If you're carrying anxiety that won't quiet down, grief that feels impossible to move through, or a weight that makes everyday life feel harder than it should, you're in the right place. I work with adults and people across all stages of life who are ready to feel more like themselves again. My approach is grounded in warmth and a deep belief that you are the expert on your own life. There's no judgment here, only a supportive space where you can say what you've been holding back.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karelle Edwards-Perry

Karelle Edwards-Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to normalize caring for our mental health—not as an afterthought, but as an important part of growth, healing, and ultimately, performance.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leila Kandahari

Leila Kandahari

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I count it as a privilege to be invited to walk with individuals as they navigate some of their most vulnerable moments and significant life events.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Donna Baird

Dr. Donna Baird

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I create an open, warm and non-judgemental space where clients can share their experiences, gain insight and feel empowered to achieve their goals.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Dacia P Hastings

Dr. Dacia P Hastings

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I view therapy as a partnership in which clients are respected as the experts of their own lives, while I provide clinical insight, structure, and evidence-informed guidance.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ugochi Nwaobi

Ugochi Nwaobi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My treatment approach is a motivational interview style, solution-focused, and medications management to achieve the desired outcome.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Denisha Howard

Denisha Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and solution-focused. I start by meeting you exactly where you are, without judgment.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Kevin Schwarz

Kevin Schwarz

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel understood rather than "too much," "lazy," or misunderstood.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Naweichi Temu

Naweichi Temu

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a compassionate and client-centered therapist who believes in meeting the client where they are in their life journey.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Samuel Liebman

Samuel Liebman

Psychologist

Virtual • Lutherville, MD


“With 25 years of clinical experience, I bring both depth of knowledge and genuine curiosity about each person's unique story to every session.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Maya Harris

Maya Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I help clients understand how relationship injuries, family dynamics, trauma, and protective patterns shape the ways they relate to themselves and others.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eunice Perry

Eunice Perry

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bethesda, MD


As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide compassionate and evidence-based care for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and life transitions. I believe in creating a safe, collaborative space where you feel heard and supported. My approach combines clinical expertise with genuine empathy to help you reach emotional balance and overall well-being. I’m committed to helping clients build insight, develop coping strategies, and achieve meaningful change at their own pace

Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Gabriela Adonis

Gabriela Adonis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Throughout my graduate and professional experiences, I have had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds on issues including anxiety, self-esteem and identity, stress management, and life transitions. As a mother, I also have a passion for supporting expecting and new mothers as they prepare for and adjust to expanding their families. I prioritize developing a supportive, collaborative relationship with each client, helping them feel heard, understood, and empowered as they navigate life’s challenges.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deanna Nash

Deanna Nash

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm passionate about helping people feel understood, supported, and empowered in ways that honor their unique experiences.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Tashaniyi Byrd

Tashaniyi Byrd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bethesda, MD


“My care integrates psychiatric treatment with labs, pharmacogenetic testing, and nervous system restoration because I believe you deserve more than a prescription and a follow-up in 90 days.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Bobbi Simkins

Bobbi Simkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is centered on compassionate, patient-centered care, tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Jan Stillpass

Jan Stillpass

Therapist

Virtual • Silver Spring, MD


“I passionately believe in the inner wonder and strength within each of us, the potential we all have for creating the life we want...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Johnson

Lisa Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My clients are often navigating high stress, burnout, trauma, or life transitions—and they're ready for real support that actually works.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abimbola Shadare

Abimbola Shadare

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am dedicated to delivering culturally sensitive, non-judgmental, and client-centered mental health care.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Joshua Blum

Joshua Blum

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My path into this work came from trusting that sitting with people and asking the questions that matter most to them can genuinely change lives.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adeline Mangwa

Adeline Mangwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hagerstown, MD


“She believes a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment is essential for clients to make them feel comfortable and delve into their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Edyta Frey

Edyta Frey

Therapist

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“I specialize in promoting self-awareness, empowerment, and compassion to foster authenticity, hope, and accountability.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brendaline Nettey

Brendaline Nettey

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi! I’m Brenda Nettey! I have a deep passion for walking alongside individuals on their healing journeys. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, religion/spirituality, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Redd

Lisa Redd

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Guided by a belief in creating a compassionate and nonjudgmental therapeutic space, I partner with my clients to help them develop practical coping skills, foster resilience, and move toward meaningful personal growth.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Energetic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zainab Pierre

Zainab Pierre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Mrs Zainab Pierre, [MSN, PMHNP] is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Professional with extensive experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing a broad range of mental and behavioral health conditions across diverse populations. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and a passion for holistic care, she specializes in providing compassionate, patient-centered treatment for individuals coping with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use, and trauma-related conditions.

Mrs Zainab is skilled in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, crisis intervention, and care coordination, and works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for clients. Committed to advancing mental health equity, she also advocates for community-based solutions, mental health education, and stigma reduction.

She currently practices with United healthcare Washington DC and TRIPLEZEES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LLC and holds a BSN and MSN, bringing a blend of clinical expertise, cultural sensitivity, and genuine empathy to every therapeutic encounter.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Michelle Smalls

Michelle Smalls

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I became a therapist because I know firsthand that life can get complicated in ways that don't show on the outside.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Doreen Ackom-Owusu

Doreen Ackom-Owusu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“As a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide integrated, evidence-based care through medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle support.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Nicole Ventour

Nicole Ventour

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My passion is helping others overcome trauma by healing their wounded child parts due to my own healing journey.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, 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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