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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Omaha, NE

Omaha residents with Aetna insurance can access flexible therapy and medication management on Headway. Our network of 163 providers is available for appointments within two weeks, helping you find the right fit for your needs.

Megan Townsend

Megan Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


Hi, I’m Megan. I’m a licensed mental health therapist with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, including the past decade providing therapy to adults who are ready for meaningful change. I hold a Master’s degree in Counseling.

I help high‐achieving teens and women feel lighter—less guilt, less overthinking, better sleep, and more ease in relationships. Together, we’ll build boundaries, confidence, and a calmer mind so you can actually enjoy your life instead of worrying your way through it.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Stress management
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Asheley Korf

Asheley Korf

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I've been working in mental health for over 15 years, helping people untangle stress, trauma, and the weight of expectations.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Michelle Hammock

Michelle Hammock

Therapist

Virtual • Neligh, NE


I have been practicing since 2017. I enjoying working with people from different walks of life. I use a mostly cognitive based approach to treatment but I also like to meet the client where they are in their present journey.

Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stanley Okeyemi

Stanley Okeyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nebraska


I am Stanley Okeyemi, the founder of Brighter Light Behavioral Health Services. I am currently licensed as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in Texas, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Washington, North Carolina, Nebraska, Virginia and New York. I have been working in the mental health industry for 16 years, but licensed as a PMHNP for four years, with a vast amount of experience and affiliations with over 40 hospitals/clinics combined across the USA

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Liz Sizer

Liz Sizer

Therapist

Virtual • Lincoln, NE


“I am a trauma focused therapist that is passionate about helping people identify triggers, barriers, or hang ups that are preventing them from living their most fulfilled and happiest life.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Staci Huston

Staci Huston

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, trauma, or health challenges start to take over. You may feel stuck, exhausted, or unsure how to move forward, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I work with adults and older adults who are navigating emotional stress, life transitions, and complex medical conditions. Together, we’ll untangle what’s weighing on you, build practical tools, and help you feel more grounded, in control, and hopeful again.

Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Renee Braune

Renee Braune

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and grounded, with a touch of humor to help create a space where you feel comfortable and truly seen.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Kenneth Downing

Kenneth Downing

Psychologist

Virtual • Nebraska


I’m a licensed psychologist with more than three decades of experience in psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and trauma-informed care. My background includes extensive work with adults, adolescents, and children across private practice, medical settings, and the VA’s PTSD clinic, where I provided both treatment and disability evaluations. I completed my doctorate at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in an APA-approved Counseling Psychology program and an APA-accredited internship with broad training in assessment, psychotherapy, and multidisciplinary collaboration. I specialize in trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, dissociation, family-of-origin issues, and helping people untangle long-standing patterns that keep them stuck. My style is warm, open-minded, and direct, meeting people right where they are while helping them move toward where they want to be.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Kathryn Temple

Kathryn Temple

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I support my clients to find their ideal work/life balance through body based mindfulness and an overall eclectic and holistic approach.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Shannon Carmona

Shannon Carmona

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for and enjoy the process along the way. It does not have to be all bad. There are reasons why you think a certain way, do not have control over emotions or repeat mistakes. Let us get to the bottom of those reasons.

I want you to find meaning/purpose in school, work, family and friendships. Give yourself the opportunity to feel confident living life; knowing you have the awareness and skills to adjust. As a parent, I want you to be free from the pain of worrying, knowing that someone is there to help your child work through their depression/anger and anxiety/stress.

During the 15+ years, I have helped children, adolescents and young adults find healing and understanding in distressed times; a good deal of my career has focused on the needs of this unique age group specifically specializing in mood disorders, depression, anxiety-related issues, and social skill difficulties.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Rocio Escobar

Rocio Escobar

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“My clients tell me they find my personality to be soothing. I strive to maintain mutual respect and trust to build a therapeutic relationship...”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Sada Okolo-Miles

Sada Okolo-Miles

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I utilize Unconditional Positive Regard to identify each persons needs and what interventions are needed to address the identified needs.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Burgin

Jennifer Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I strive to be different than other therapists and will go above and beyond to customize therapy just for you...”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Sarah Rolfsmeyer

Sarah Rolfsmeyer

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I believe therapy should feel safe, supportive, and real. My goal is to create a welcoming space where clients feel heard, understood, and respected.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Andrea Ward

Andrea Ward

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nebraska


I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner who is passionate about helping people feel more balanced, supported, and understood.I have experience working with adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use, and I believe mental health care should be compassionate, collaborative, and judgment free. My goal is to create a safe space where we can work together to find the right treatment plan for you. I offer medication management and supportive care tailored to your individual needs.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Marci L Zago

Marci L Zago

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore what's getting in the way and build practical tools to feel more confident and balanced.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ronald Ray

Ronald Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with teens and adults who are navigating challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about helping clients recognize their strengths, overcome obstacles, and develop a stronger sense of identity.

As a lifelong Missouri resident and educator, I am very familiar with the specifics that come with living in this area.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Reion Janeau

Reion Janeau

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“Through a collaborative approach, we will identify and build upon current strategies to navigate life stressors.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Mackenzie Gabreski

Mackenzie Gabreski

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I will meet you where you are at. It is not my job to judge you or tell you what to do. I am here to bear witness to your experience, to accept you for who you are...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Colette Alls

Colette Alls

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“My therapeutic approach is active, collaborative, and solution focused. I do not believe in just sitting back and silently nodding.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dianna Cooley

Dianna Cooley

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I believe in meeting people where they are and creating a safe, supportive space for exploration, healing, and growth.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Necol Arens

Necol Arens

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“My goal is to provide person centered empowering evidenced based interventions that allows for individuals to feel hopeful and heard.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Jocelyn Swan

Jocelyn Swan

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“My approach is compassionate, direct, and focused on helping gain clarity, rebuild confidence, and create healthier relationships.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Carlos Ayala

Carlos Ayala

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“My approach to healing draws upon evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and IFS to equip you with tools to manage difficult emotions...”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Christina Chismar

Christina Chismar

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I believe that the counseling process is not guesswork but a structured journey where we can identify a clear roadmap for your unique needs.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Carrie Gottschalk

Carrie Gottschalk

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping you better understand yourself while building practical tools for change.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jenna Lopez

Jenna Lopez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nebraska


“I enjoy helping others discover their most authentic self, learning to use self love, compassion and nurturing skills to cope with anxiety and overcome blocks...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dona Holland

Dona Holland

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I strive to create a safe space for exploration and growth, utilizing evidence-based therapies to empower individuals to achieve their mental health goals.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Haase

Crystal Haase

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nebraska


“I have an extensive psychiatric background working inpatient over 10 years with adult and geriatric populations.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Morris

Megan Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“Having been a first responder, I care deeply for the needs that come with working in that kind of job and for everyone who has experienced trauma and emotional crises.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Marlene Knerl

Marlene Knerl

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


Hello — I am Marlene Knerl and I look forward to meeting you. I moved to Nebraska from the west coast in the 1990s as a single mother with a desire to go to college and better our lives. I thought that Nebraska would allow for me to raise my two sons in a small town while simultaneously attending a University. First, I achieved a comprehensive degree in Psychology, then a MSed in Community Counseling.

Since becoming licensed as a counselor I have been working with individuals and families. Life can be difficult and helping people navigate the struggles is at times a challenge but nothing is more rewarding. I have always desired to help people and this profession has allowed for me to enact those intrinsic desires.

I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve what you desire.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Hugh Keating

Hugh Keating

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“Originally trained in Art Therapy Counseling; I emphasize my client's creative pursuits in the therapy process...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Diana Marie Castro-Strotman, Limhp

Diana Marie Castro-Strotman, Limhp

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I am an lgbtqia+ affirming therapist and community member. I specialize working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, with a specific focus on survivors of trauma.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jane Waweru

Jane Waweru

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Omaha, NE


“My goal isn't just to treat symptoms — it's to help you understand your own mental health and build real tools for managing it long-term.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Shawnda Connor

Shawnda Connor

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


Hello, my name is Shawnda Connor. I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). I grew up on a cattle ranch near Antioch Nebraska and graduated from Alliance High school. I completed my higher education at Grand Canyon University with my Bachelor’s in Psychology and Masters in Addiction Counseling. I help clients who have substance abuse or mental health or a combination of both diseases by utilizing evidence-based practices, trauma informed care, and harm reduction, I strongly believes in helping not only the individuals, but the families whose lives have been affected by mental illness or substance abuse by tailoring my therapeutic approach to you or your family’s needs. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and is a member of the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselors.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jason Swain

Jason Swain

Therapist

Virtual • Omaha, NE


“My approach to therapy is meeting you with unconditional positive regard, recognizing that you are the subject matter expert on you...”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Ashley Sullivan

Ashley Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


As a fully licensed therapist for 4+ years Ashley has had experience working with a wide range of clients. Recently she has begun to focus on women's health, ADHD and those with addiction issues.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Christina Johnson-Gunn

Christina Johnson-Gunn

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in painful relationship patterns, carrying the effects of trauma, or facing a life transition that feels hard to manage, therapy can be a place to exhale. I work with adults who want support making sense of what they’re going through and finding practical ways to feel more grounded, understood, and in control. I also support clients navigating family dynamics, including experiences related to autism, adoption, and complex relationships.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Barbara Bradford

Barbara Bradford

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“I have the ability to effectively communicate with others in a compassionate and professional manner.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Samantha Dehner

Samantha Dehner

Therapist

Virtual • Nebraska


“My approach to therapy is eclectic and collaborative, empowering clients to actively participate in their own healing process.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.