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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in New Providence, NJ
Headway connects New Providence residents with Cigna insurance to therapists and counselors across neighborhoods like Central, Mountainside, and downtown areas. Patients typically save 75% on sessions, with flexible scheduling and free initial consultations available.
I’m Dr. Obianuju C. N. Ogbonnia-Okoye, DNP, PMHNP-BC, APN, MSN, MBA, founder of BeYou Psychiatry Associates LLC. I provide compassionate, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, adults, and families through personalized telehealth services designed around your unique needs. I support clients facing anxiety, depression, stress, mood changes, and life transitions while creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you set meaningful goals, feel heard, and build lasting emotional wellness with care that fits your life and supports positive outcomes, with kindness at each step.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family 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, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, 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, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, 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, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, OCD, 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, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Bigy Thomas, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
You deserve a care plan that sees the whole person—not just a 15-minute prescription.
Taking the first step toward mental wellness can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. I believe true healing happens in a trusted partnership. In our sessions, you will find a safe, non-judgmental space where your voice is heard, your story is respected, and your personal goals guide every decision we make together.
How We Will Work Together:
- Care Beyond Medication: While precision medication management can be an effective tool, it is only one part of healing. I actively integrate evidence-based therapy skills (including CBT and Motivational Interviewing) to help you build practical, lasting coping strategies.
- Mind-Body Connection: With more than 25 years of extensive clinical nursing experience, I look closely at how your physical health, sleep, stress, and lifestyle influence how you feel mentally and emotionally.
- Culturally Sensitive & Personalized: Your background, values, and lived experiences matter. We will tailor your care to fit who you are and what you care about most.
Whether you are coping with anxiety, depression, mood changes, or major life transitions, we will work together at your pace to help you regain balance and feel empowered in your daily life.
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, 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,
Great to meet you!
Therapy should be a place where you don't have to censor yourself or worry about being judged. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, intimacy and sexual concerns, identity, self-esteem, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, affirming, sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and grounded in the belief that therapy should feel collaborative rather than clinical or intimidating. I especially enjoy helping clients better understand themselves, recognize patterns that are no longer serving them, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change in their lives.
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship issues, 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,
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PhD with 25 years experience working with adults, children and youth. My goal is to help you in your path towards feeling better, and experiencing an improved sense of confidence, self-esteem and functioning in your life. My specialties include adoption issues, LGBTQ issues and women's issues. I also specialize in depression, anxiety, elderly issues, disability, and stress reduction.
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health
Nice to meet you all. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue to grow as a clinician while supporting others. The first half of my career I spent working with adolescents in schools and in their homes as a therapist. I gained a deep appreciation for their resilience, insight and growth. I currently work with adults who have both mental and physical challenges providing compassionate, person-centered care.
Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Maternal mental health, Sleep disorder, 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, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Deeply experienced regarding addiction and its co-occurring disorders, as well as family and relationship dynamics.
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder,
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,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, Sleep disorder, 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,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, 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, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, 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, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, 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,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, 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,
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, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, AmeriHealth New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma,
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,
Experience working with youth and young adults who struggle with anxiety, school-refusal, emotional regulation and adjustment, Autism, gender dysphoria, social anxiety, trauma, and ODD. Has also worked with adults in various settings, with a variety of concerns and feels a special connection with the geriatric population. Believes patience and understanding is key to developing a positive therapeutic relationship.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Debra McKinney-Hill is a seasoned mental health and addictions therapist with over 20 years of experience guiding individuals, couples, and families through the challenges of mental health and substance misuse. Her extensive background includes working with a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to complex addiction recovery, always with compassion and a solution-focused mindset.
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, 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, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, 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, 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, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, OCD, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, 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,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, 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,
I have15 years of dedicated experience helping individuals overcome obstacles and thrive. "My goal is to help you reach yours."
Whether you are dealing with a major life transition, managing daily stress, or working through deeper emotional hurdles, I am here to help you find your footing. I’m Natalie, an LCSW with a decade and a half of diverse experience in the mental health field.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, 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, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship 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, 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,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, 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, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, AmeriHealth New Jersey, 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,
I am a highly seasoned clinician with years of experience in both mental health care and substance use services. My professional journey began in the substance use field, sand a deep understanding of the co-occurring mental health challenges many individuals face.
My clinical experience includes providing outpatient individual therapy and supporting individuals experiencing acute psychosis in inpatient psychiatric settings. After gaining many years of clinical experience, I expanded into leadership roles, providing clinical supervision and program oversight while managing co-occurring programs across New Jersey. I am also passionate about building the next generation of clinicians and serve part-time as an adjunct professor. I earned my degrees from Rutgers University School of Social Work and Honors College, where I was a member of the Phi Alpha Honor Society and graduated summa cum laude.
I bring a diverse background and extensive knowledge to my clinical practice, having worked across a wide range of mental health and substance use settings. Over the years, I have gained experience with many different diagnoses, from anxiety and depression to trauma and co-occurring disorders. My expertise spans multiple evidence-based approaches, including ACT, CBT, DBT, SFT, trauma-informed care, person-centered therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and psychoanalytic techniques. This breadth allows me to tailor treatment to each individual’s unique needs, strengths, and goals, ensuring a personalized, effective, and compassionate approach to care.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, 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, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
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,
What type of therapy does Cigna cover?
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