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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 386 providers available. Start with a free intake call.

Dr. Raul Padilla

Dr. Raul Padilla

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Henniker, NH


Stimulants, Suboxone and Benzodiazepines are prescribed in this practice with DEA guidelines. Dr. Padilla is a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the New York tri-state area and has over 30 years of experience in healthcare. He treats children from 6 years old through adulthood, focusing on psychiatric medication management. He specializes in mental health and has extensive experience in the field of psychiatry. Dr. Padilla takes a “start low and go slow” approach to prescribing, paying special attention to medication potency and potential interactions with other medications prescribed by other providers. Dr. Padilla earned his Doctorate in Clinical Practice Nursing from Rutgers University–New Brunswick. He also holds bachelor’s degrees from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and the University of Miami, as well as an associate’s degree from Bergen Community College.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Madelyn Lesiczka

Madelyn Lesiczka

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My approach includes meeting clients where they're at... I empower clients to choose topics and set the pace of sessions without coming in with my own agenda.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Abimbola Afolayan

Dr. Abimbola Afolayan

Psychologist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“She specializes in working with emerging adults transitioning to adulthood and adults facing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Jennette Fisher

Jennette Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


Hello there. I’m glad you’re here. It means you’re looking for something to change, and you’re taking action to make it happen. I’ve recently taken action and returned to my professional roots, working directly with people looking for personal fulfillment, happiness, and hope. I’ve been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 18 years and serve clients in New Hampshire, New Mexico and Colorado through telehealth appointments. I’ve also worked in administrative roles establishing mental health access across the country.

I know how important mental, emotional and spiritual health is – individually and collectively. It’s the path to living our best lives. It’s what helps us thrive. And, it can change our world. I believe that we all have limitless potential and capacity to learn from what’s hard, and use it to become the best versions of ourselves.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Rivet

Jessica Rivet

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alton, NH


“I believe that every person deserves to feel heard and supported, and I strive to create a comfortable space where we can work together to understand your needs and develop a treatment plan that fits your goals.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Jo-Ann Anstett

Jo-Ann Anstett

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


Hello! Clients often describe me as easy to talk to, down to earth and compassionate. My natural positive energy helps my clients improve their lives by developing better cognitive and emotional skills.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Yu-Wei Wang

Yu-Wei Wang

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“Clients often describe me as compassionate and non-judgmental, dedicated to fostering a space where they feel understood and empowered to grow.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
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.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Latasha Mcilwaine

Dr. Latasha Mcilwaine

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I have years experience using CBT. Focusing on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to improve mental health and overall well-being.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Jennifer Churchill

Jennifer Churchill

Therapist

Virtual • Andover, NH


“I draw on my experience supporting adults, adolescents, and families in out-patient, educational, and in-patient settings.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Sondra Cullen

Sondra Cullen

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“A majority of my experience has been working in dual diagnosis facilities, which has provided me with considerable insight into mental health and substance abuse.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nazifah Namaganda

Nazifah Namaganda

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My journey into psychiatric nursing grew from a deep belief that healthcare should treat the whole person not just a list of symptoms with warmth, dignity, and real human connection.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Baker

Jessica Baker

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I believe everyone has the capacity to better understand their emotional life. With specialized training in psychodynamic and relational counseling...”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Robbins

Emily Robbins

Therapist

Virtual • Londonderry, NH


“With over 23 years of clinical experience, I specialize in working with first responders, veterans, active-duty military, and family members—those who carry the weight of service, trauma, and high-stakes responsibility every day.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Rachel Umberger

Rachel Umberger

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I strive to create a trusting therapeutic relationship where clients feel respected, empowered, and accepted.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alberto Chang

Alberto Chang

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I like to get to know my client's preferences and goals in order to work with them in formulating an approach to achieve their personal objectives.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
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...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Timothy Wheaton

Timothy Wheaton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I have worked extensively with veterans and individuals in high-stress environments, including first responders and working professionals.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Maureen Roianov

Maureen Roianov

Therapist

Virtual • Franconia, NH


I’m Maureen Roianov, a clinical social worker with 28 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mood challenges. I work with clients in both New Hampshire and Vermont, offering a calm, grounded space where you can feel seen, heard, and safe enough to explore what you want to work on as well as what’s possible. Together, we’ll not only focus on identifying the best way forward, but also on creating meaningful, lasting change in your life.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Brogan Carson

Brogan Carson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Littleton, NH


“My best work with others has been a creative process that connects you to yourself and others in meaningful ways.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Katie Maclean

Katie Maclean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My practice approach is openminded, holistic, and patient-centered to support patients with all mental health needs.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Mark Ballard

Mark Ballard

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I enjoy helping clients grow in understanding of what motivates and impedes their ability to make meaningful change in their life.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
John Lebow

John Lebow

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“Building upon people's strengths and helping identify their own solutions is the back bone of my work.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kierstyn Mao

Kierstyn Mao

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I specialize in trauma-informed Expressive Arts Therapy, in which I guide clients through visual intermodal art-making to promote reintegration of trauma and self-exploration.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Jessica Reed

Jessica Reed

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and supported as we explore patterns, build insight, and develop practical tools for change.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Maria Waterbury

Maria Waterbury

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


Seeing Patients in MA and NH. About me, For YOU! I'm a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and a Board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. My current specialty is treating patients with anxiety, depression and PTSD. Opioid use disorder with suboxone. As a provider I like to collaborate with my patients as to their desires and the direction they want to take on their journey to wellness. I like to take a conservative approach. In addition to any medications that may be prescribed, therapy is encouraged to all patients. I believe in mindfulness, exercise, and behavioral therapies.

Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Laura Howell

Laura Howell

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


Life can be overwhelming, and we all experience times of uncertainty, imbalance, or emotional pain. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. Seeking support is a brave and meaningful step toward greater well-being. For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of assisting adults and teens work through depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, chronic stress, grief, and trauma.

I’m here to help you access inner strengths and develop new strategies. Together we’ll create a plan to reach your goals.

Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yamileh Dure

Yamileh Dure

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I specialize in issues with executive functioning (including ADHD) and addiction (both substance and behavioral).”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Grief or loss, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
George Piers

George Piers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Keene, NH


“With nearly 30 years of experience, my psychotherapy practice is deeply informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness meditation, and a holistic mind/body approach...”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Lisa Gold

Lisa Gold

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


I like to create a environment of comfort, compassion ,humor and love with a system that is simple and easy to understand.Using various techniques and expertise, I will help you develop a practice and plan that allows you to manage, live a life of presence ,find a sense of freedom.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Diabetes, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Catherine A. Yu

Dr. Catherine A. Yu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Hampshire


“My appointments are supportive, practical, and tailored to help you feel better, build confidence, and function more fully in your everyday life.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Brooke Griswold

Brooke Griswold

Therapist

Virtual • Lebanon, NH


“I specialize in supporting women through the emotional ups and downs of the perinatal and postpartum journey, including anxiety, depression, identity shifts, relationship changes, birth trauma, and the pressures of "doing it all."”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara Hayes

Kara Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“By combining my expertise as a fitness instructor and personal trainer with my clinical background, I help clients build holistic strength—recognizing that mental wellness is deeply interconnected with physical vitality.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Lindsay Joe

Lindsay Joe

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I individualize care, helping you identify your goals and the things that are obstacles in achieving them.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zhenique Israelian

Zhenique Israelian

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“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.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elyse Samuels

Elyse Samuels

Therapist

Virtual • New Hampshire


“I'm committed to creating a warm, collaborative therapeutic relationship where every person feels safe, understood, and truly heard.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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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