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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Fairfield, NJ
Fairfield residents with Cigna insurance can access talk therapy and medication support through Headway's extensive provider network. With copays between $0-$30 and free initial consultations available, getting started with mental health care is convenient and affordable through both in-person and virtual options.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, AmeriHealth New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Christopher D. Nelson, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and U.S. Air Force veteran
providing psychotherapy to adults, families, and neurodivergent individuals. He earned his Master of
Social Work from Rutgers University and has experience across outpatient mental health,
substance-use treatment, assessment, crisis intervention, and case management settings.
Christopher works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief and loss,
caregiver stress, family challenges, life transitions, and concerns related to neurodivergence. His
therapeutic approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and goal-oriented, emphasizing practical
strategies to improve coping, emotional regulation, communication, relationships, and overall
well-being.
Drawing upon his clinical background and ten years of U.S. Air Force service, Christopher also
brings firsthand understanding of military culture and the unique experiences of service members,
veterans, and military families
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Grief or loss, Men's issues, OCD, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
I am a bilingual therapist and school counselor dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through challenging times. I create a safe, supportive, and judgement free space where clients feel heard and empowered. My approach is led by compassion, collaboration, and strength base to foster a healthy lifestyle.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Humana Medicare Advantage, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
My philosophy is to approach each person as an individual with his or her own ability/willingness/readiness to work through the issues at hand. I believe our thought process can be our own worst enemy at times and I work to assist the client to be more aware of the pitfalls of these negatively charged thoughts. I combine a range of therapeutic approaches based on your distinct needs of the client. I provide counseling services for those looking to reduce and manage anxiety and depression, develop affirmative overall functioning, and obtain assistance in confronting life trials.
I have worked with ages 5-99, in school settings, residential and out-patient settings as well as detention settings. As a School Counselor for the past 20 years, I have worked with students and parents to navigate through a myriad of familial, relational and school related issues.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage,
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
I am a Mental Health Counselor & National Certified Counselor with experience counseling all ages. I will work with you through a variety of transitional stages during your life- including life changes, relationships, daily stress, struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma, and all that life brings. I enjoy tailoring sessions towards the needs of each individual!
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Welcome! I’m Erica Ali, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over six years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover their inner strength. I earned my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nyack Alliance Graduate School of Counseling.
My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely, build resilience, and develop tools to support lasting mental wellness. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge or simply looking to improve your overall well-being, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward a healthier, more balanced life.
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,
I am a dedicated mental health professional passionate about providing comfortable and relatable therapeutic practices. As an alumna of Seton Hall University’s Master of Social Work program, I have a strong foundation in behavioral health and a commitment to fostering positive change within diverse communities.
With over three years of experience as a Registered Behavioral Health Technician, I have developed a deep understanding of behavioral interventions and client-centered care. My clinical training includes internships in school settings across various socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as in community mental health, allowing me to address a wide range of client needs with empathy and effectiveness.
I strive to create a supportive and approachable therapeutic environment, ensuring that my clients feel heard, valued, and empowered throughout their healing journey.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Stress management,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, OCD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health,
What type of therapy does Cigna cover?
Cigna 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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