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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Portsmouth, NH

Finding quality mental health care in Portsmouth is easier with Headway. Aetna members can access therapy with copays as low as $0-$30 per session, with flexible scheduling and 400 providers available. Start with a free intake call.

Katherine Townsend

Katherine Townsend

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

1045 Elm Street, Manchester, NH

I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders and work with adults, who are looking for medication management, psychiatric evaluation, and ongoing psychiatric support.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Zafar Naqvi

Zafar Naqvi

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I don't just provide appointments, I provide solutions — all in the context of a caring, long-term partnership.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Esther Nkwanyuo

Esther Nkwanyuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I see clients across lifespan. From Ages 4 to 80 years of age. Working with different modalities simplifies and integrates different part of the puzzle.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Burton Burt

Burton Burt

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I have a wealth of experience in alcohol and drug addiction treatment, with a focus on employing a person-centered approach.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Grace Lindsey

Dr. Grace Lindsey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I believe good mental health care starts with feeling heard and understood, so I take the time to listen, ask questions, and understand what is happening in your life before developing a treatment plan.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Reneka Hawkins

Reneka Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“Through open dialogue and collaborative self-exploration, we'll uncover practical tools and insights tailored to your unique journey...”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Shannon Maglione

Shannon Maglione

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


I have worked in several clinical and therapeutic settings including working in private practice for several years, and having had the unique opportunity to work with underprivileged folks in a correctional setting both in an individual therapy and group therapy capacity. These unique experiences have given me the opportunity to work across a variety of settings and acquire a multidisciplinary approach for individuals with unique and specific needs.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Volkman

Sandra Volkman

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I believe a trusting and collaborative relationship between patient and therapist is the foundation needed for promoting growth and positive change.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oludotun Olubode

Oludotun Olubode

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, individualized care for adults 18 and older. ... With a background in nursing and community mental health, I look beyond symptoms to understand each...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Simcox

James Simcox

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


I’m a compassionate, solution-oriented therapist with 19 years of experience helping people navigate challenges, build insight, and move toward meaningful change. As a veteran, I have a deep appreciation for the experiences and perspectives of those who have served, and I especially enjoy working with veterans and their families.

My approach is grounded in talk therapy and genuine human connection. I take time to understand each patient as a whole person—not just the problem that brought them to therapy. I believe people often carry valuable insight and the beginnings of a solution within themselves. My role is to listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions, and help uncover the strengths, perspectives, and possibilities that can support their next steps.

While I have extensive experience working with individuals affected by addiction, I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and concerns. Together, we can identify practical, meaningful ways to create progress and help you feel more grounded, capable, and connected to the life you want to live.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Carla Fort

Carla Fort

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


You're here! Right here, right now! You may not be where you want to be yet, but you have already taken a step towards facing challenges with a strength you never knew you had. Besides, it doesn't hurt to get a little assistance on the way. I'm here to help you. Let me tell you something. Nothing is as remarkable as seeing positive change in my client! Helping you make even the smallest steps towards your goal every day brings me joy and I make sure to let you know when I've noticed your progress. Even when they seem too small to notice, I'll notice! You’ll be surprised how much a little positivity can help.

I am a licensed professional counselor and a certified rehabilitation counselor with additional experience in helping individuals get back to work to attain the highest success possible after experiencing any life changing issues. I have helped people with almost everything you can think of. I have helped those with mild and severe mental health concerns.

When I counsel, my style is energetic, compassionate, and supportive. I praise your progressions, and I can show you how to be proud of your efforts and steps in the right direction. I am client-centered and I want to listen to you and be as helpful as is humanly possible. I love to empower my clients. I can't wait to meet you!

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Challenging, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare,

Emily Blood

Emily Blood

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“First, curiosity is the fuel that powers learning, change, and growth. Second, a judgement free space that cultivates honesty and vulnerability is a fundamental part of a healthy human experience.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Creative, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christy Stinton

Christy Stinton

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience working with adults navigating some of life's hardest seasons — infertility, adoption, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the kind of grief that doesn't have a clear name yet. I'm faith-integrated in my approach, which means I honor the role spirituality plays in your life without ever making it a requirement. My clients describe me as warm, easy to talk to, and refreshingly direct. I don't do one-size-fits-all therapy — every treatment plan starts with your story.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerry Finnegan

Kerry Finnegan

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I believe that people do their best healing when they feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Teresa Hamilton

Teresa Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


I take a trauma-informed collaborative approach to working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and life transitions.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Meyer

Andrew Meyer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My approach is warm, direct, and grounded. I take time to understand what you are going through before we talk about next steps.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Nazifah Namaganda

Nazifah Namaganda

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I believe effective mental health treatment is never one-size-fits-all. You bring the expertise of your lived experience, and I bring diagnostic clarity and evidence-based treatment options to help you regain balance and mental clarity.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Elyse O'Rourke

Elyse O'Rourke

Therapist

Virtual • Manchester, NH


Hello! My name is Elyse, I am licensed as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor through the state of NH and hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rivier. My experience has mostly been with the “tween”, adolescent, and young adult population using a variety of solution focused, person-centered, DBT & CBT based approaches. Most recently I worked as a behavioral health clinician providing therapy to students within a high school setting. Prior to that I worked as a clinician on an assertive community treatment team for children and as a residential clinician with adolescents.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Tobin

Christine Tobin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Manchester, NH


“My goal is to help uncover the source of your health concerns and provide the best therapeutic options to re-establish balance & well-being in your life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Energetic

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

John Njuguna

John Njuguna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and substance use, offering expert medication management combined with thoughtful, personalized care.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Therese Binyame

Therese Binyame

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bedford, NH


“She ensures outstanding mental health care, medication management, empathy, with brief psychotherapy.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Michelle Houle

Michelle Houle

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I enjoy blending traditional counseling with holistic wellness; treating individuals through a relationship of mutual respect and trust.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Direct, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Laura Gabriel

Laura Gabriel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I take a warm, direct, and collaborative approach, and you can share at your own pace—there's no pressure to have everything organized or figured out.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Rhonda Heath

Rhonda Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Dover, NH


“My approach to care is to meet you where you are. Ideally, you are ready for a holistic approach that focuses on supplements, therapy, TMS, and regular exercise.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Nico Ravitch

Nico Ravitch

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I know that many people may feel uncomfortable seeking therapy. I was once that person myself. Maybe that’s why I connect especially well with the people who are nervous to come to me.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues,

Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Swanson

Margaret Swanson

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


I am Margaret Swanson, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LICSW) in both Vermont and New Hampshire. I specialize in trauma - informed care and work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, bipolar disorder, substance abuse and relationship challenges. My approach draws heavily on Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) - approaches I believe are especially powerful when trauma has made it harder to trust others and move forward. I know how it feels to be stuck. With the right support, meaningful growth is possible. I offer telehealth sessions.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trisha Cordeiro

Trisha Cordeiro

Therapist

Virtual • Bedford, NH


Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with birth to 18, young adults, families, and adults. I have a Master's in Human Development and a Master's in Social Work. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, family needs, crisis management, PTSD, and pre & postpartum needs. I have been in the clinical field for 13 years.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Mueller

Karen Mueller

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My style is positive, warm and interactive and I believe in treating all clients with respect, sensitivity and compassion, without judgement.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Emma Quimby

Emma Quimby

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My goal is to create a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves while developing a better understanding of their emotions, patterns, and experiences.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Wold

Elizabeth Wold

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“With a kind, compassionate, and down-to-earth approach, I help you discover the tools you already have inside to move forward and find relief.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna,

Sandy MacDuffie

Sandy MacDuffie

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


Hello- I am glad you’re here! I have ten years of experience as a social worker working with adults in a variety of settings, including community mental health and inpatient behavioral health.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Nataliya Valiaeva

Nataliya Valiaeva

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I've been providing therapy services since 2014, and I specialize in supporting people through trauma recovery, life transitions, and challenges like anxiety, ADHD, depression and burnout.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare, Providence Health Plan

Latrice Markison

Latrice Markison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


It can be difficult to find mental health support, and even more challenging to find the RIGHT support. Whether you are at the beginning of a journey, wanting to maintain a current course, or have tried various interventions and now want something different, I may be able to help. I work with clients to create care plans that support long term improvement and avoid overmedication that can destroy creativity and lead to the "zombie" effect. My goal is to shift the focus from "what is wrong?" to "how can things improve?"

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, PTSD, Sleep disorder,

Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Dorthea Rogers

Dorthea Rogers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Portsmouth, NH


“I am especially passionate about supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Alissa English

Alissa English

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“She is especially well known for her ability to connect with her patients, her kind and gentle demeanor, and enthusiasm for helping her patients live the lives they want and deserve.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Audrey Angelopoulos

Audrey Angelopoulos

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I tend to work with the more complex, less clear cut presentations, the cases where people are still figuring out what's going on...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Samuel Omolade

Samuel Omolade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


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Understanding Your Issues:

I understand that every individual is unique, and your concerns are as individual as you are. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Rita Asiegbunam

Rita Asiegbunam

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“Rita enjoys working with a diverse population of children, adolescents, and adults, by helping them feel confident while making sure their mental health goals are met accordingly.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Ann Akpaka

Ann Akpaka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I am passionate about mental health and strive to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness through advocacy and empowering individuals to take control of their mental health and a live fulfill life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Ericka Andrews

Ericka Andrews

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I offer a welcoming and supportive space during treatment that values the authenticity of each individual.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna,

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.

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