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

Access mental healthcare support through Cigna in Ellicott City and surrounding areas like Columbia and Savage. Headway patients save an average of 75% on therapy sessions while connecting with providers available as soon as next day.

Dr. Victoria Akinde

Dr. Victoria Akinde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“My approach is very warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, compassion, and kindness.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Valerie Mardi

Valerie Mardi

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, supportive, and collaborative, while also helping you challenge patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Yulanda Blackston

Yulanda Blackston

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I believe that every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued. I am passionate about creating a warm, nonjudgmental, and safe space where clients can be their authentic selves and feel supported throughout their healing journey. My commitment is to meet you where you are, honor your unique experiences, and walk alongside you as you work toward growth, healing, and lasting change,

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jamal Raheem

Jamal Raheem

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My experiences working with individuals dealing with behavioral health challenges range from ages four to ninety-nine, but I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Pamela Spring

Pamela Spring

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I help clients get curious about the thoughts and patterns driving their feelings and behaviors — and then work together to shift them in meaningful ways.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Stephanie Tio

Stephanie Tio

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe mental health care should never feel one-size-fits-all. I take an evidence-based, whole-person approach while getting to know you beyond your symptoms.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Emelia Agyei

Emelia Agyei

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that healing begins with understanding the whole person—mind, body, and environment—and creating a supportive space where you feel heard and respected.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Belinda Enang

Belinda Enang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is grounded in curiosity and genuine connection. I take time to understand your unique history, goals, and what you need most from treatment.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Trauma
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Clanege Francois

Clanege Francois

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over six years of nursing experience in inpatient psychiatry and veteran-focused care.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Ajayi

Victoria Ajayi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“She takes a comprehensive approach to mental health, addressing your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual requirements.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Sleep disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jonathan Ladd

Jonathan Ladd

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Looking for relationship help? To relieve the pain or find better ways to manage? The "secrets" of dealing skillfully with difficulties, differences and hurts, are not really secrets: you CAN learn these and many more relationship skills if you are curious, motivated and persistent. I'd like to help you: a) address and relieve your most pressing problems, b) set clear, realistic goals, and c) learn to avoid a tremendous amount of headache and heartache in the future.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Lisa Albury

Lisa Albury

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I strongly believe in a partnership with my clients that is supportive, considerate, and trustworthy.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Dr. Udachi Chima

Dr. Udachi Chima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


A highly motivated, result-oriented Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in nursing. Providing holistic, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Marita Formin

Marita Formin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lanham, MD


“I am committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Renee Perry

Renee Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I help women create space to breathe, heal, and reconnect with the parts of themselves that may have been overlooked...”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Karyn Felder Moore

Dr. Karyn Felder Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Every session is about inspiring you to be your best self in spite of your problem, diagnosis or trauma.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Babatunde Akinyemi

Dr. Babatunde Akinyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenbelt, MD


“He combines foundation in integrative practice that uses standard and specialty testing with genetics to unearth the cause of illness...”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dorcas Yahaya

Dorcas Yahaya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with addiction, and various mental health diagnoses such as depression, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, panic attacks, ADHD, OCD, and PTSD.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Tamara Spence

Tamara Spence

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My sessions will focus on creating a non-judgmental space where clients' feelings will be acknowledged and validated.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nasrene Nikpora

Nasrene Nikpora

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel understood, supported, and empowered.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bintou Kaba

Bintou Kaba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I am a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with training in both primary care and psychiatric mental health. I have extensive experience providing care in community, correctional, and integrated care settings, where I work with individuals managing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and other mental health concerns.

I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and respected. I value thoughtful assessment, clear communication, and collaborative decision-making to help clients better understand their symptoms and treatment options. My goal is to partner with each client to develop a personalized care plan that supports both mental and overall well-being.

Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Dr. Doris Onyima

Dr. Doris Onyima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Papetua Kimutai

Papetua Kimutai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care, focusing on creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and respected.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Awa Diakite

Awa Diakite

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in a collaborative approach, ensuring you feel heard and empowered throughout your journey to better mental health.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Matthew Bukowski

Dr. Matthew Bukowski

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I have extensive experience working with complex trauma, attachment issues, family, and spiritually and religiously-based trauma.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Candita Hinds

Candita Hinds

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that you are the expert of your own story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Odelle Kamani

Odelle Kamani

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is collaborative, respectful, and solutions-focused. I believe effective care starts with listening—understanding your concerns, your goals, and how your mental and physical health intersect.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
LaQuida Johnson

LaQuida Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


With over a decade of nursing experience, LaQuida “Love” Johnson, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, combines clinical expertise with a modern, whole-person approach to wellness.

I believe mental health care should feel personal, supportive, and free of judgment. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself and discussing what you’re experiencing openly. I take the time to listen, understand your concerns, and work with you, not just prescribe medication. I value education and shared decision-making, so you’ll understand your treatment options and have an active voice in your care. Most importantly, I recognize that healing looks different for everyone, and I’ll meet you where you are while supporting you along your journey.

Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Willard Vaughn

Willard Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I will challenge you and approach your topic of discussion with a unique blend of pragmatism and unconditional positive regard.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Zekarias Abessa

Zekarias Abessa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am an active listener, respect clients' thoughts acknowledge their concerns, and work with clients to tailor treatment plans to address their needs.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Kilburg

Hannah Kilburg

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Together, we'll explore what's getting in your way, strengthen your self-trust, and take meaningful steps toward a life that feels more grounded and aligned.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Diane Bertrand

Diane Bertrand

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a compassionate and collaborative therapist working with children, adolescents, and adults facing emotional, behavioral, and life-transition challenges.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Susan Martz

Susan Martz

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have a Masters in Social Work graduating from University of Maryland with a minor in gerontology... I have also worked with adults who have experienced loss, illness and grief.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Olufunmilayo Sogbesan

Olufunmilayo Sogbesan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to culturally competent and empathetic care ensures that every clients are heard and respected.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nneka Mcclane

Nneka Mcclane

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I take the time to understand each individual holistically, integrating medication management with therapy-informed techniques such as CBT, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation to create personalized and effective treatment plans.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Esther Williams

Esther Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I find that I especially bond with women and the unique concerns that we have such as motherhood, body- hormonal changes, career concerns - navigating the work force.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Ashly Rayne

Ashly Rayne

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I like to build a connection with my clients through regular conversations. This allows for some flexibility with how we approach treatment.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Marilyn Martin

Marilyn Martin

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Maryland


“Therapy and or medication, with courage and hard work and an empathic clinician by their side may give them the opportunity to make new and healthier choices in their lives.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
McKalah Hudlin

McKalah Hudlin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should be a collaborative experience where you feel heard, respected, and supported as you navigate life's transitions and challenges.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jane Njiiri

Jane Njiiri

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I’m Jane Njiiri, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Anchor Point Psychiatry & Wellness. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. I treat concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, substance use, and women’s mental health, using a mix of medication management and supportive therapy. My goal is to work alongside you to create a personalized plan that helps you feel balanced, confident, and empowered in your daily life.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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