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

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Nwanneka Ndeche

Nwanneka Ndeche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Timonium, MD


“I believe every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their mental health journey.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Meg Fitzpatrick, Lcsw-C

Meg Fitzpatrick, Lcsw-C

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Towson, MD


I am a licensed Social Worker with more than 25 years experience working in the field of Mental Health. I have worked with individuals and families with a particular emphasis on crisis intervention and the impact of mental illness on the family system. My experiences have included assisting clients learn to manage mood disorders and anxiety and learn skills related to anger management, healthy relationships, parenting and boundary setting. I have extensive experience assisting individuals within the correctional system with learning skills needed for successful reentry into the community.

Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Avi Kutner

Avi Kutner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Timonium, MD


“I believe in empowering you with the tools and strategies you need to take control of your mental health.”
Cigna + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Lakeisha Barnes

Lakeisha Barnes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Towson, MD


“I provide a safe space for those feeling sadness and anxiety, offering medication management and supportive therapy tailored to your needs.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Narby

Kevin Narby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Timonium, MD


“I foster a supportive, collaborative relationship that brings about real change. At the same time, I try to bring humor and laughter into the therapy space, often through nerdy pop culture references.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Parkhurst

Stephanie Parkhurst

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“I draw on cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions and motivational interviewing methods while integrating mindfulness and breathing strategies.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Direct, Participatory, Warm
John Michalczyk

John Michalczyk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“It is my goal as a therapist to provide a safe and supportive environment for others so they may achieve personal well-being and productive relationships on the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual levels.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Grace Ashu-Ngang

Dr. Grace Ashu-Ngang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Beltsville, MD


“I am dedicated to listening and meeting you exactly where you are, working collaboratively to uncover solutions that truly empower you.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Cornelia Elad, Dnp-Pmnhp-Bc

Dr. Cornelia Elad, Dnp-Pmnhp-Bc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Beltsville, MD


“My approach is compassionate and patient-centered. I work with diverse clients across the lifespan to provide therapy, medication management, and practical life coaching.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Cheri Lally

Cheri Lally

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Cockeysville, MD


“I'm Cheri Lally, a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in Cockeysville, Maryland, working with teens, adults, and seniors.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Hughes

Elizabeth Hughes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Towson, MD


“I am direct, I engage, challenge, interact, request that you expound on your answers, use metaphors, avoid jargon, look for and point to connections and patterns to help you understand yourself better.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beatrice Tekeh

Beatrice Tekeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“Clients often tell me that they feel heard in our visits. Some leave feeling lighter or more focused.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Ernest Keyaka

Ernest Keyaka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“I approach each person as a whole individual with a unique story, not as a set of symptoms to manage.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
James Perritt

James Perritt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Severna Park, MD


“I worked as a Registered Nurse at a hospital for about 12 years on a unit that specializes in Mood Disorders, like depression and bipolar disorder, and Eating Disorders.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Yvonne Wambaa

Yvonne Wambaa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Hunt Valley, MD


“My goal is to create a safe, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to achieve lasting wellness.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Marshall

Chelsea Marshall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Glen Arm, MD


“My approach is empathetic and utilizes hands on activities to provide psycho education and explore oneself.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Olubunmi Salami

Dr. Olubunmi Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • College Park, MD


“My approach integrates compassionate medication management with empathetic support, aiming to reduce mental health stigma and bridge the gap between mental and physical wellness.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammerra Hewitt

Tammerra Hewitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Lanham, MD


“The goal is to meet each client where they are then guide them to anew path with open, direct and solution oriented therapy.”
Cigna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Grace Chikezie

Dr. Grace Chikezie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Lanham, MD


“With nearly three decades of experience in healthcare under my belt, including primary care and mental health services...”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Studham

Mary Studham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Severna Park, MD


“My mission and calling provides 26 years experience with empathetic acceptance and solution-oriented approach.”
Cigna + 6 others
Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Isabella Mate

Isabella Mate

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Phoenix, MD


“I am dedicated to promoting emotional wellness through compassionate, person-centered care that integrates psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Tracy Burris

Tracy Burris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Bowie, MD


“Our approach combines accountability, empathy, and evidence-based therapeutic techniques to meet clients where they are in their journey.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Narges Niaroji

Dr. Narges Niaroji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Rockville, MD


“I believe in establishing a partnership with each individual, focusing on developing a treatment plan that aims to achieve symptom remission while enhancing their quality of life.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Kevin Leary

Kevin Leary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Arnold, MD


“We come to appreciate that we are not merely products of our environment or our past, but active agents in shaping our future.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Leah Chiaverini

Leah Chiaverini

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Burtonsville, MD


“I have a particular interest in those who are grieving, an experience that is difficult for anyone, particularly a young person...”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Abdolazim Shahsavar

Dr. Abdolazim Shahsavar

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Timonium, MD


“Dr. Shahsavar is detailed oriented and believes in holistic approach in the treatment of mental health.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shakirra McKinley

Shakirra McKinley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Rockville, MD


“Shakirra is deeply committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment where individuals of color can feel heard, validated, and empowered.”
Cigna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Linda Kalle

Dr. Linda Kalle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Bowie, MD


“My clinical expertise comprises of using assessment tools, personal observations, and evidence-based practice measures to improve patient health outcomes.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Leilani Fryauff

Leilani Fryauff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Gaithersburg, MD


I work with people who are living with depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizo-affective disorder, adjustment disorder or are going through difficulties and need assistance moving towards a better way of life. I enjoy working with people to manage symptoms, stress and the everyday challenges of dealing with a mental health issue.

In my spare time I enjoy art, creativity, music, dance, acting and writing. I work with crystals, candles, oracle cards, but am also grounded in science. I do a lot of mindfulness.

I am a member of the MAMCD, the Maryland Association of Multicultural Counseling and Development as well as MASERVIC, the Maryland Association of Spiritual, Ethical, Religious Values in Counseling.

Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Ramonia Morant

Ramonia Morant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hyattsville, MD


“I'm a therapist who believes in progress, not perfection. With over 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents...”
Cigna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dorlin Bukirwa

Dorlin Bukirwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

In-person • 22 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


I specialize in medication management in treating mood, anxiety, psychotic, and substance use disorders. In the past, I worked as an RN in a dual diagnosis inpatient psychiatric unit. Recently, I have working in an outpatient private practice.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Joel Kanter

Joel Kanter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“My approach is practical and conversational as we explore together the stressors of daily living, relationship concerns, parenting issues, and in some instances, severe psychiatric disorders.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Allen

Karen Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Bowie, MD


“As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Njideka Emenyi

Njideka Emenyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Westminster, MD


“I am passionate about fighting the stigma of mental health and assisting others as they access their potential for growth and change.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Heaton

Jennifer Heaton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Kensington, MD


“I am passionate about empowering clients of all ages through a strength based approach as we work together to develop self understanding and gain the tools necessary to move towards the life fullfillment you are seeking.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bruce Kirby

Bruce Kirby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Rockville, MD


“I help men be more positive about themselves, and change their thinking and behaviors to be more effective.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, OCD
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Anita Roy

Anita Roy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Rockville, MD


As a licensed psychotherapist (LCPC), I am committed to providing compassionate and effective mental health support to individuals seeking guidance and healing in a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, as I believe in the inherent strength and resilience within each person. My background and experience in multiple cultures, helps me understand and effectively work with diversity. I have experience in community mental health centers, with a wide range of disorders. While I'm trained in several treatment modalities, I use Evidence Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and tools. and the one best suited to the client's temperament including. I continually engage in ongoing education and professional development to stay abreast of the latest research and therapeutic approaches within the field of mental health.

Cigna + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Heather Knox

Heather Knox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Arnold, MD


“I've been practicing for over 25 years, and work primarily with depression, anxiety, trauma / PTSD, and life changes.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arlene Vergara

Arlene Vergara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Rockville, MD


“My treatment goal for my client is to achieve strong social, academic, and professional growth to improve the quality of life.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Jessie Joachim

Jessie Joachim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Rockville, MD


Welcome—I'm glad you're here.

Acknowledging that you need help is a courageous first step, and finding the right space to share your struggles can feel overwhelming. I’m here to make that process a little easier.


I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. My approach is rooted in warmth, compassion, and respect. I work with individuals who are navigating a wide range of challenges, whether they stem from the past or are part of everyday life.


My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, and addiction. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to start, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, build resilience, and begin to heal.


You don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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