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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Newark, NJ

Headway helps Newark residents maximize their Aetna benefits for mental health care, with average savings of 75% on sessions. Providers across the city offer free consultations and availability starting tomorrow.

Jean Milides-Hennon

Jean Milides-Hennon

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“It is my goal of therapy to help clients change their lives through building rapport, understanding, listening, provide compassion in a nonjudgemental manner.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mimon Mamane

Mimon Mamane

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach begins with acceptance, nonjudgment, empathy, and guided strategies to rediscover strength, confidence, and motivation.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Hong Kim

Hong Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newark, NJ


“His in-person or virtual practice is a friendly and confidential space where he provides personalized medication management.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Atiles

Jennifer Atiles

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi! I'm Jenny! I'm a bilingual, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of New Jersey. I know that reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, and I’m so happy you’re here! I am passionate about helping people better understand themselves while breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, burnout, depression, stress, relationship challenges, or trauma, I offer a safe space for you to share your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, while feeling accepted, heard, and understood.

Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Gold

Tamara Gold

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel genuinely heard, supported, and empowered—with practical tools that help you create meaningful, lasting change in your relationships and...”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shany Shaji

Shany Shaji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to provide a comfortable, warm, and non-judgemental space for my clients where they can express their thoughts and emotions.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Chika Ojeyemi

Chika Ojeyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newark, NJ


“My goal is to offer a safe and supportive environment where we can work together to understand your experiences and develop a plan that helps you feel better.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jennifer Leighton

Jennifer Leighton

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


My name is Jennifer Leighton, LCSW. As a clinician, I have worked in a variety of settings including, psychiatric, outpatient mental health that provided individual, family, couples, and group counseling. I have extentive amount of experience working with individuals and families facing unique challenges of substance abuse and DCPP involvement.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jessica Chuako

Jessica Chuako

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style and approach to counseling is supportive and empathetic, providing a safe and nonjudgmental environment while building a positive therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jean Messeroux

Jean Messeroux

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe healing happens in spaces where people feel seen without being judged, and supported without being rushed.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Intisar Ibrahim

Dr. Intisar Ibrahim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Paterson, NJ


“My approach to treatment is collaborative and individualized, guided by clinical effectiveness and each client's unique response to care.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Beth Purdy

Beth Purdy

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Client's can expect a safe, supportive, non-judgmental experience where they feel heard, understood and validated.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Tolulope Kolawole

Dr. Tolulope Kolawole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Union, NJ


“I specialize in working in diverse settings including crisis centers and outpatient and partial psychiatric programs.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Jessica Martinez

Jessica Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi, I’m Jessica! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports individuals, children, and families through life’s ups and downs. I’m fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and passionate about making therapy feel comfortable and accessible for everyone. My goal is to create a warm, understanding space where you feel heard and supported as you work toward healing and growth.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Curtis

David Curtis

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I utilize various approaches depending on the situation. Typically I use a client centered approach like REBT, CBT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing.”
Aetna + 4 others
Substance use / addiction
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Bowman

Heather Bowman

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I provide a compassionate, inclusive, and trauma-informed space where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience, and develop tools for meaningful change.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Merilee Mason

Merilee Mason

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is individualized and collaborative, combining medication management with therapeutic support to help you reach your goals.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Viola Okoroanyanwu

Viola Okoroanyanwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I use an evidence-based, collaborative, and patient-centered approach to create a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Anna Ogle

Anna Ogle

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to provide a therapuetic experience that provides empathy, acceptance, confidentiality and also facilitates that process of you gaining clarity about your life journey.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffrey Scavone

Jeffrey Scavone

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


As a licensed mental health and addiction therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges, I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, stress, relationship dynamics, recovery from trauma, and personal growth. My approach centers on understanding each person's unique journey, with a deep commitment to addressing issues such as social anxiety, generalized anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, and recovery from addiction.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonia Hall

Tonia Hall

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


With 26 years of experience in behavioral health and crisis intervention, I specialize in helping individuals and families through some of life's most difficult moments: addiction, trauma, grief, and anxiety. Whether you are taking your first step toward recovery or carrying something you have held for years, I will meet you exactly where you are. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, truly heard, and ready to move forward. If that sounds like what you have been looking for, I would love to connect.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Erika Schreiber Samji

Erika Schreiber Samji

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic space where clients can feel heard and understood.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Fitzgerald Ajoku

Fitzgerald Ajoku

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My counseling style consists of meeting the client where they are in order to foster an environment of acceptance.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Amy Thompkins

Amy Thompkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a holistic, patient-centered approach and use evidence-based care to support the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Vanessa Lantigua

Vanessa Lantigua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Montclair, NJ


“My goal is to provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow into the next chapter of your life.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kay Sweeney

Kay Sweeney

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe therapy works! So my approach is to work with you to identify what matters to you in your life, the barriers that are getting in the way of living that out, and using evidence based and holistic approaches to support you to close that gap.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Chike Ogbonna

Chike Ogbonna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Short Hills, NJ


“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to care. I believe therapy works best when it's grounded in trust, respect, and an authentic connection.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ayanna McFarlane

Ayanna McFarlane

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to help clients move forward with confidence, clarity, and resilience—not just get through challenges, but grow from them.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Sunshine Rivas

Sunshine Rivas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Dr. Fausat Odubiyi

Dr. Fausat Odubiyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Moorestown, NJ


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, she may specialize in Schizophrenia and Mood Disorders, in addition to other conditions.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dayra Soto

Dayra Soto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that listening deeply to my patients and understanding their needs makes all the difference in providing effective and compassionate care.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Eitan Fabia

Eitan Fabia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University and completed specialized training in psychiatry.

I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, thought disorders, PTSD, OCD, and substance use disorders. My background includes working in both inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient settings, giving me a well-rounded understanding of medication management, symptom stabilization, and long-term recovery.

I believe in treating the whole person — not just symptoms — and I’m committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and supported

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nadiuska Vasquez

Nadiuska Vasquez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe therapy is a tool used to help guide people in achieving the life goals they set for themselves.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Levi Rapoport

Levi Rapoport

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I use Mindfulness to help people distinguish themselves from their thoughts and feelings, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy to change the way they feel by changing how they think, and to develop unconditional self-acceptance.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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Alba Reyes

Alba Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am an empathic, caring and compassionate individual. I always try my best to understand the needs of the individual(s) i serve with a listening ear and nonjudgmental attitude.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Casey Leopold Feldman

Casey Leopold Feldman

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Viewing therapy as a sacred space, I accept wherever you are in your journey and work with you to co-create an authentic, healing relationship necessary for growth both in and outside of the therapeutic space.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Williams

Angela Williams

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental space for individuals to be able to share their thoughts and feelings about what brought them to therapy...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Daniela Roma

Daniela Roma

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in working with college women and young adult women who are navigating anxiety, self-esteem challenges, relationship patterns, academic pressure, and major life transitions.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nneka Ikedinma

Dr. Nneka Ikedinma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hamilton Township, NJ


“I utilize a patient-centered approach in my practice and ensure that treatment is tailored to each individual patient's needs because everyone's mental health journey varies.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, 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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.