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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in New Jersey

Headway helps New Jersey patients maximize their Aetna benefits with copays between $0-$30. Access 4,483 providers for talk therapy and medication management, with many offering free consultations and flexible scheduling.

Dr. Cheryl Loomis

Dr. Cheryl Loomis

Psychologist

Virtual • Morristown, NJ


“I use an integrative approach, including CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy, to help you understand how emotional, behavioral, and biological factors interact.”

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

Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Lauren deFressine

Lauren deFressine

Psychologist

Virtual • Ridgewood, NJ


“I approach therapy as a partnership, tailoring treatment to the unique needs of the client and taking a nonjudgmental, curious, and collaborative stance.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olubunmi Bilewu

Olubunmi Bilewu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strive to build strong therapeutic relationships and help clients develop practical strategies to improve their emotional well-being, resilience, and overall quality of life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,

Seventh Heaven Counseling Services

Seventh Heaven Counseling Services

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I specialize in treating depressive and anxiety-related disorders and mood disorders. I love helping couples and families to get to know each other on a deeper level, whether it's communication or intimacy. My style is empathetic, but also solution-based and goal-oriented. I believe in a holistic approach and uniqueness of each situation. I have a privilege to have an LCADC in my my practice. She has had years of experience working in substance abuse field, and she literally saved lives.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Vickers

Melissa Vickers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that healing is possible at any age and I am dedicated to helping individuals from children to older adults find a balance in their lives.”

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

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Dolores Bullock

Dolores Bullock

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Dolores' professional goal is to create a place where everyone can feel safe, supported, and cared for in their moment of need...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leanne Morton

Leanne Morton

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I create a safe and supportive environment and work collaboratively with my patients to set goals that will help them live their best lives.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD,

Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Cliff Koblin

Cliff Koblin

Therapist

Virtual • Kingston, NJ


“I believe that real, lasting change happens when people feel genuinely seen — not judged, not rushed, and not reduced to a diagnosis or a set of symptoms.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Faheem Nuruddin

Faheem Nuruddin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect to leave our sessions with greater clarity, a deeper understanding of themselves, and practical tools they can immediately apply to their daily lives.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Hunter Tarvin

Hunter Tarvin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hunter Tarvin, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey and earned her MSW at N.Y.U. She is deeply passionate about supporting individuals on their paths toward healing, growth, and greater self-understanding. Grounded in presence, empathy, and genuine curiosity, Hunter believes every behavior is rooted in emotion and unmet inner needs.


In addition to her clinical training, Hunter is a certified RYT-200 yoga instructor. She weaves yogic principles into her work to support mind-body awareness, emotion regulation, and a sense of calm and clarity. She meets clients exactly where they are and enjoys supporting those navigating life transitions, managing stress or anxiety, working through mental health challenges, or seeking personal growth.


In her free time, Hunter enjoys practicing yoga, being outside and in nature, trying new recipes, and spending time with her yellow lab, Phoebe.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edlira Gora

Edlira Gora

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal as a therapist is to provide clients with a warm and safe environment in which to explore thoughts and feelings about difficult life situations.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Luis Febus

Luis Febus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hoboken, NJ


“My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward improvement.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,

Lisa Brown

Lisa Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work collaboratively with clients to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, respected, and empowered...”

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

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Dr. David Berkovitz

Dr. David Berkovitz

Psychologist

Virtual • Nutley, NJ


“I have worked in a psychiatric hospital (15 yrs), worked as a consultant to the Department of Corrections of NJ (6 yrs), and in private practice with training in individual, child, marital, and geriatric psychotherapy with an eye on psychodynamic...”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Pius Efobi

Pius Efobi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My patient care background includes over a decade in direct patient care that includes acute, inpatient adult psychiatric care, outpatient mental health and substance use dsorders...”

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

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Dr. Oluwatosin Olunuga

Dr. Oluwatosin Olunuga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

151 New Jersey 10 East, Succasunna, NJ

“With years of experience in Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Schizophrenia, Clinical Depression, PTSD, and Substance Abuse, Tosin has served as a guide to many families in both inpatient and out patient settings.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Dominique Silvestri

Dominique Silvestri

Therapist

Virtual • Manasquan, NJ


“I enjoy solution focused therapy with a holistic approach. I really believe that the mind and body are connected, so it's important to heal both!”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues,

Challenging, Holistic, Humorous

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tinay White

Tinay White

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and goal-oriented, creating a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,

Brittany Reale

Brittany Reale

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a mother of two, she brings both professional expertise and personal empathy to her practice, helping clients navigate the complex emotional, mental, and identity changes that often accompany motherhood.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,

Yessenia Ayala

Yessenia Ayala

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


What if improving your relationships isn’t starting together, but starting with you? As a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I work with individuals who are curious about their relationship patterns and ready to create meaningful change from the inside out. You may feel stuck in recurring dynamics, find yourself questioning how your family background shapes your relationships, or want to communicate more effectively. Together, we create a space to gain clarity, better understand what’s driving these patterns, and begin making intentional shifts toward healthier, more balanced relationships.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna insurance

Donna Ray

Donna Ray

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“It is most important to me that you feel comfortable to build your trust, with a confidential, non judgemental and strength based approach.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gladys Ngu

Gladys Ngu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am passionate about assisting people to improve their mental health, enjoy a better quality of life, and build confidence.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jessica Pescatore

Jessica Pescatore

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have extensive experience working with individuals dealing with trauma, mood disorders and anxiety.”

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

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Moni Somoye

Moni Somoye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a holistic, patient centered approach that blends medical expertise with empathy and cultural sensitivity.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Sue Santos

Sue Santos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

150 Mountain Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ

“We believe therapy should feel supportive and compassionate while also providing practical tools, insight, and gentle challenges that help create meaningful change.”

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

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Lookadoo

Brian Lookadoo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My hopes for our first session together, through compassion, reflection, and active listening, is to build the necessary therapeutic rapport.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Richard Holligan

Richard Holligan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bayville, NJ


“My greatest privilege is creating a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where every individual feels seen, heard, and empowered to build a healthier, more fulfilling life.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,

Janet Osayamwen

Janet Osayamwen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“When you share your heart with me, I slow down, focus, and give you my real attention—no rushing, no assumptions, no quick "Why don't you just...?" solutions.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,

Salome Ugwu

Salome Ugwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe in creating an individualized plan of care that values client involvement inter professional, collaboration and evidenced-based practice.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Energetic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,

Ngozichukwu Lorna Okwara

Ngozichukwu Lorna Okwara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to work with my clients through their mental health journey while supporting them all the way to their recovery.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Curative

Marie Volcy

Marie Volcy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


My name is Marie. I am an advanced practice nurse dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward mental and emotional well-being. I hold an MSN from Walden University I have about 5 years of experience working in the mental health field as a nurse. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse populations, which has enriched my understanding and approach to therapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

Gavriel Pliver

Gavriel Pliver

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care. Rather than dictating treatment, I work in partnership with my clients to develop individualized plans that reflect their unique experiences, needs, and goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Shana Fontaine

Shana Fontaine

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“The healthiest people are the ones who walk through the door... the courage it takes to attend a therapy session, already serves to heal.”

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

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,

Dr. Gregory Gentile

Dr. Gregory Gentile

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that therapy should be tailored to your individual needs. I integrate concrete skills and coping strategies with empathy, validation, and exploration...”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pauline Ekeh

Pauline Ekeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Phillipsburg, NJ


“Each session with you is to help you achieve self-actualization, and I will offer unconditional positive regard (UPR).”

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

Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Nadine Lilly

Nadine Lilly

Therapist

Virtual • Morristown, NJ


“I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, and life transitions.”

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

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Curative,

Teresa Omwenga

Teresa Omwenga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maplewood, NJ


“She believes that every individual deserves to feel a sense of well-being and takes great pride in helping people navigate their mental health journey.”

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

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Coleman

Carol Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have worked in the mental health profession for 10 plus years. I work with adults and children who are struggling with anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Mendenhall

Michele Mendenhall

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to create a space where you can show up as yourself, feel heard and understood, and develop tools that help you move toward the life you want.”

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

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna,

Rebecca Causene

Rebecca Causene

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is strength-based. I pull from a variety of evidence-based modalities—including CBT, DBT, crisis intervention, mindfulness, and grounding techniques—to provide culturally competent care...”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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.