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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 397 providers available. Start with a free intake call.

Jessica Baker

Jessica Baker

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“With specialized training in psychodynamic and relational counseling, I am interested in helping others cultivate healthy, satisfying relationships...”

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

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Almy

William Almy

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I have been working in Human Service settings since 1983... trained by clinicians who were influenced by Self-Psychology - Object relations, Heinz Kohut, and Erik Erikson.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Men's issues, PTSD,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Dupont

Sara Dupont

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


You're the one people call when things fall apart. You're good at it — steady, competent, the person who knows what to do. And somewhere along the way you stopped having anywhere to put your own stuff.

So you can run the meeting, hold the crisis, answer the phone at 2 a.m. — and still not be able to make yourself open the mail. Competence and collapse live together far more often than anyone admits out loud.

I work with adults carrying that particular load: substance use and recovery, emotions that arrive at full volume with no dimmer switch, thoughts of self-harm or not wanting to be here, and the specific erosion that comes from caring for other people for a living. Helpers, clinicians, parents, first responders — people whose exhaustion doesn't have an obvious place to go. I work with teenagers too, often the ones in families like these.

My style is direct, warm, and collaborative. I'm not going to nod quietly for fifty minutes. We'll find what's actually driving things, build skills you can use on a Tuesday afternoon when it counts, and I'll tell you honestly what I'm seeing. You set the pace. I'll bring the structure.

ADD/ADHD, End of life care, Family issues, Substance use / addiction,

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kim Gagnon

Kim Gagnon

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I have worked in cancer care and long-term care planning with adults and their families who have dealt with advanced illness.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dawn Wyman

Dawn Wyman

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can be yourself and talk openly. I value building a genuine connection and believe therapy works best when it feels like a collaborative partnership.

I am both compassionate and practical in my approach. I will listen and support you, while also helping you look at patterns, gain insight, and develop tools you can use in your daily life. I aim to strike a balance between validating your experience and gently challenging you when it helps you grow.

I work primarily with adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship stress, and decision-making challenges. My goal is to help you feel more clear, confident, and able to move forward in a way that feels aligned with who you are.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Christopher Henderson

Christopher Henderson

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I believe that we all have an innate capacity to change, that we possess inner wisdom and untapped strengths...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

Enmanuel Ortega

Enmanuel Ortega

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“With extensive experience in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, mood disorders, and more, I am committed to helping clients achieve greater well-being and personal growth.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Deborah Abram

Deborah Abram

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I hope to help you see that the magic is in you and to guide you in maneuvering through life's challenges.”

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss,

Creative, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Fernanda Poyant

Fernanda Poyant

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I practice with radical genuineness and believe part of the healing process is the honest and respectful relationships that can be created in therapy.”

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

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jacqueline DiPersio

Jacqueline DiPersio

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My approach to therapy is grounded in a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and solution-focused perspective.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Zhenique Israelian-Dillon

Zhenique Israelian-Dillon

Therapist

Virtual • Concord, NH


“Using a psychodynamic or authentic approach my practice helps those suffering from an "out of control part" by attuning to their needs in the moment.”

Anxiety, PTSD

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hallick Lehmann

Hallick Lehmann

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Derry, NH


“I believe in a collaborative approach to mental healthcare, working closely with my clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals.”

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

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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

Meghan Santos

Meghan Santos

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I work collaboratively with clients to individually tailor sessions using evidence-based tools to address current stressors as well as deeper-rooted patterns that may be affecting quality of life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jennifer Baird

Jennifer Baird

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 20 years of experience helping individuals restore balance, build resilience, and reconnect with purpose. My approach blends evidence-based therapy with a compassionate, person-centered style that supports clients in navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges.

As a bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural therapist, I provide a space where every client feels seen, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.

Kokoro—a Japanese word meaning “mind, heart, and spirit”—reflects my belief that healing begins when the whole self is engaged with authenticity and intention.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Denise Rogers

Denise Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I believe that the client is the expert on their own life and experience and that their right to self-determination comes first.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Erika Hood

Erika Hood

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I provide psychiatric assessment and medication management, with attention to the whole person and the factors that may affect emotional well-being.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health,

Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Courtney Conerly

Courtney Conerly

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I believe in a collaborative approach to healing that prioritizes safety, connectedness, and authenticity.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Douglas Wenger

Douglas Wenger

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


I provide a space that is welcoming and a style that is adaptable to you and your needs. Let's go the path together to rekindle the spark in you and get you to where you deserve to be. I have been a licensed therapist for over 13 years and have more than 15 years experience. I work with individuals as well as couples and families. Drawing on my personal and professional experience, training and education to provide you with the care and support you deserve.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Gist

Barbara Gist

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


Hello! I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel comfortable exploring challenges, building on their strengths, and working toward meaningful change. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person's unique experiences and goals. I draw from evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, and years of experience helping individuals navigate mental health concerns, substance use challenges, life transitions, and emotional difficulties. My goal is to help clients gain insight, develop practical coping skills, and feel empowered to create lasting growth and healing

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

Challenging, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Paula Bynum

Paula Bynum

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“As a licensed therapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. ...Everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare,

Betty Yu

Betty Yu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Concord, NH


“My approach is direct, thoughtful, and solution-focused, with an emphasis on accurate diagnosis and evidence-based treatment planning.”

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

Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beth Capstaff

Beth Capstaff

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I specialize in working with high-performing women and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, and burnout...”

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

Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Sarah Clarke

Sarah Clarke

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“With over 10 years of experience navigating the complexities of the correctional system and high-stress environments, I specialize in supporting those facing life's most difficult transitions.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hayley Johnson

Hayley Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


Hi, I’m Hayley Johnson, MSN, PMHNP-BC. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16 years of experience in nursing, including medical, rehabilitation, home health, and behavioral health settings.

I work with adolescents and adults (ages 12+) experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and stress-related conditions. Many of my clients are high-functioning individuals who feel overwhelmed internally, struggle with focus or emotional regulation, or feel stuck despite trying to manage things on their own.

My background in both medical and psychiatric care allows me to take a comprehensive approach. I consider the full picture, including medical history, lifestyle factors, and when appropriate, possible contributors such as thyroid imbalance, vitamin deficiencies, or hormonal changes.

I am committed to providing thoughtful, structured, and evidence-based psychiatric medication management in a way that feels collaborative and respectful.

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

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Thomas Davis

Thomas Davis

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I’m Thomas, and I named my practice Cuan, which is Irish for harbor: a place to steady yourself before heading back out.”

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

Affirming, Creative, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandi Elsman

Brandi Elsman

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My approach is warm, accepting and straight forward. I use many treatment modalities, but focus on problem solving collaboratively with my client.”

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

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Gerardine Hickey

Gerardine Hickey

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I work with families who are looking to get back on the same page with clear communications, with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, LGBQ+, trauma, addiction, and issues with self-esteem and self-acceptance.”

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

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Muriel

Melissa Muriel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“The connection between the brain and body is central to my philosophy. ... My integrative, and holistic approach considers how sleep, nutrition, physical health, stress, trauma, and lifestyle influence mental well-being.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Emily Hyde

Emily Hyde

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I combine clinical expertise with a person-centered philosophy to help clients achieve symptom relief and return to living the life they want to live.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dimaris Rampersaud

Dimaris Rampersaud

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nashua, NH


“I believe that every person's story is unique, and I take the time to understand the individual behind the symptoms and diagnosis.”

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

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Alex Reiss

Alex Reiss

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I've been a psychiatric nurse for 17 years, and in that time I've walked alongside countless people through some of life's most difficult moments.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Antonietta Dean

Antonietta Dean

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My client will have a non-judge mental, inviting, safe and warm environment to explore their emotions, thoughts and reasons for coming in to see me.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Renee Touhey-Childress

Renee Touhey-Childress

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My style is warm, direct, and engaging. I use humor, creativity, and, when it fits, playfulness; because therapy works better when it feels human.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Galichet Julus

Dr. Galichet Julus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I am committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

JohnMichael Kimani

JohnMichael Kimani

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nashua, NH


“I use a holistic approach in order to treat the client as a whole, and encourage alternative treatment therapies as well.”

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

Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Vattey Ung

Vattey Ung

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


As a board certified and licensed clinical professional counselor, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to stability in life. Seeking help can be a hard initial step and I am glad you are here. I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background including trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, grief and relationship problems.

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

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Peter Jones

Peter Jones

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I help couples design and enact the relationships they want, both top down (thoughtful) and bottom up (integrating body based responses).”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare,

Jan Lorenz

Jan Lorenz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rollinsford, NH


“I listen with empathy in order to understand a person's needs and how I can help them to achieve their highest potential.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Laurie Eckles

Laurie Eckles

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I have over 20 years experience as a board certified counselor and have worked extensively with women, teens and children in various practice settings.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Temilola Oladotun

Temilola Oladotun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I provide culturally sensitive, patient-centered care rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and respect for the whole person.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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