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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Ridgewood, NJ

Access therapy and medication support in Ridgewood through UnitedHealthcare with Headway. Our network of 2,133 providers offers flexible scheduling, free consultations, and copays ranging from $0-$35 to fit your mental health needs.

Grace Sterling

Grace Sterling

Therapist

Virtual • Union, NJ


“The goal is for clients to take away strategies and tools required to help alleviate symptoms that are affecting emotions.”

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

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

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

Kristie Ashe

Kristie Ashe

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have built my practice and experience working alongside clients experiencing Mental Health issues,the LBGTQIA+ community, Autism and Substance Use Communities.”

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

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Dionne Holt

Dionne Holt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believes in creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and empowered.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Jessica Vicari

Jessica Vicari

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


It is difficult turning to a stranger with your deepest problems. Therapy is a judgement free area for you to speak about whatever is going on in your heart, mind, and life without stigma. I always provide a welcoming and comfortable space for clients to feel as if they are talking to a friend.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dario Costa

Dario Costa

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Finding the right therapist is a personal journey, and I believe it's important that you feel understood, supported, and empowered from the very start.

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, and have been working in the field since 2019. I have experience helping children, teens, young adults, adults, and couples navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, attention difficulties, family changes, identity questions, grief, or relationship issues — you are not alone, and healing is possible.

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

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helen Leff

Helen Leff

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I hope to provide a safe, welcoming environment and provide you with psycho-sexual education and support.”

Anxiety, Relationship issues, Women's issues

Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Rodriguez

Stephanie Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I see therapy as a collaborative partnership, where your insights and experiences play a key role in guiding our work together.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kadijah Villafana

Kadijah Villafana

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“After a session, clients can expect to feel inspired to think outside the box of their normal way of thinking...”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kia Medley-Stephens

Kia Medley-Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma recovery, and everyday life issues.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Miller

Sarah Miller

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a Columbia University trained psychotherapist licensed and practicing in New Jersey and New York. I have worked in a variety of settings with clients in every age group from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds facing a wide variety of challenges. I've had the privilege of serving as a child advocate and crisis hotline operator for an emergency shelter serving survivors of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and sexual assault. I have experience working in a hospital setting with children and families struggling to cope with chronic illness. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and couples in the private practice setting for the past 6 years. I have a special sensitivity for adolescents and adults who have struggled with a dysfunctional family, codependency, abuse, neglect, self-harm, suicidal ideation, substance abuse/self-medicating, disordered eating, their spiritual/religious beliefs, their sexuality, loss, and grief.

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Ally Kaykov

Ally Kaykov

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I create a warm and welcoming environment. My clients are encouraged to discuss and achieve goals for personal growth and emotional balance.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Nathaniel Sobel

Nathaniel Sobel

Therapist

Virtual • Linden, NJ


“My goal in therapy is to create a space where clients feel seen, heard, and understood—offering warmth, empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Kristin Molinaro

Kristin Molinaro

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As someone who has experienced trauma firsthand, I understand how deeply it can impact every aspect of life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Shirley Lozano Nelson

Shirley Lozano Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am passionate about utilizing a strengths-based approach combined with mindfulness and trauma informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care,

Affirming, Direct, Warm

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

Richard Houseal

Richard Houseal

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My care approach is solution-oriented and short-term, but the results are aimed to be long-term through processing, reframing, and utilizing helpful and productive interventions.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Shannon Hollfelder

Shannon Hollfelder

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


My name is Shannon Hollfelder, LPC. I completed my Master's degree and internship at Caldwell University. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing (MI) to support growth and change in the clients I work with.

Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Loveline Awa

Loveline Awa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“Professionally driven to support mental health community and help overcome obstacles that patients encounter on day-to-day basis.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Allison Mandel-Giampietro

Allison Mandel-Giampietro

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a caring and empathatic therapist. I have experience providing therapeutic services to adults, adolescents, and older children. I have over 20 year’s experience working in the field. I am a great listener and offer a solution focused approach to working with my client’s. I also have experience working with couple’s and families.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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

Stephanie Rose

Stephanie Rose

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Accepting new clients!

Therapy isn't about perfection - it’s about showing up as you are, wherever you are. Whether you’re navigating grief, postpartum changes, or the weight of life’s stress, I offer a safe and compassionate space where you can feel supported, heard, and ready to move from survival mode toward healing.

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re used to caring for everyone else first. I see that kind of devotion as a quiet strength, and my goal is to help you begin caring for yourself too—even if it feels unfamiliar.

I have over 10 years experience in private practice and in home therapy, truly getting to know my clients, their families, and home lives with focus in anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, and stress management.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Thomas Berge

Thomas Berge

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I consider the treatment encounter as a partnership between the client and provider that employs therapeutic techniques including motivational interviewing...”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

Pamela Kulisek

Pamela Kulisek

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Our sessions together will be a collaborative relationship that offers opportunities of self-discovery for clients ready to work towards their own personal growth.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Cantwell

Alexander Cantwell

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience in the behavioral health field as a counselor and clinical supervisor. I specialize in depression, anxiety and life transitions. I am a mindful and compassionate listener that offers perspective and sometimes humor in sessions.

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

Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenda Nikelsberg

Brenda Nikelsberg

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to therapy is to create an environment and therapeutic relationship that is safe and secure, accepting, and supportive.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Dr. Nicole Roman

Dr. Nicole Roman

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I strongly believe in working together to achieve your goals. My main focus is working with adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression or overall stress. I accept insurance through headway and provide services via simplepractice telehealth.

Como Trabajadora Social Clínica Licenciada, creo firmemente en trabajar juntos para alcanzar tus objetivos. Mi enfoque principal es trabajar con adultos que enfrentan trauma, ansiedad, depresión o estrés en general. Acepto seguros a través de Headway y brindo servicios a través de la plataforma de telesalud SimplePractice.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Black

Lisa Black

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My path into the addiction field was not a coincidence. It was shaped by both personal experiences and the painful reality of watching addiction devastate people I care deeply about...”

Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcia McIntosh

Marcia McIntosh

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe every person is deserving of dignity, respect, and acceptance. Therapy is a place where individuals can experience these while also learning skills to ignite their innate positive potential.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christy St.Jean

Christy St.Jean

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My client-centered approach tailors each session to individual needs, helping clients gain clarity, develop coping strategies, and build resilience.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Rosenthal

Nicole Rosenthal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Skillman, NJ


“I believe healing starts with a trusting relationship. My approach is patient-centered, trauma-informed, and inclusive.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Coleen Serzanin

Coleen Serzanin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I prioritize personalized care by listening and understanding each patient's unique experiences and concerns.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Lakisha Cummings

Lakisha Cummings

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up with me because I'm easy to talk to, nonjudgmental, and genuinely invested in their well-being.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Ernestine Iheanacho

Ernestine Iheanacho

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I prioritize creating a secure and collaborative environment for mental health services, blending evidence-based treatment with empathy.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Emily Mertz-Tomlinson

Emily Mertz-Tomlinson

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in treating children and families who have experienced traumatic life situations, such as those with histories of domestic violence, and individuals with past abuse or neglect which may impacting their functioning.”

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

Affirming, Creative, Empowering

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Abisoye Otunuga

Abisoye Otunuga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood, while using evidence based approaches to support emotional well being, healing, and long-term mental health goals.”

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

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Christina Rodriguez

Christina Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, NJ


“I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, which means I aim to understand you as a whole person, including your physical, emotional, mental, social, spiritual well-being.”

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

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Donna Puglia

Donna Puglia

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As an Addiction Specialist you will learn coping skills that can assist in managing feelings that can sometime lead to lapses in substance use.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Men's issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Rachael Olaode

Rachael Olaode

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


I’m a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in mental health. I specialized in treating conditions like anxiety, depression, stress, and ADHD, using a holistic and compassionate approach

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Dr. Tina Anighoro-Okezie

Dr. Tina Anighoro-Okezie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Matawan, NJ


“I employ an integrated approach to care, viewing each client as unique to provide tailored treatment recommendations.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Jennifer Douglas-Kruk

Jennifer Douglas-Kruk

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I've proudly been in the mental health field for over 30 years, working with people who are either thinking about or wanting to make changes in their lives.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pauline Tyas

Pauline Tyas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I combine evidence-based medication management with supportive therapy, focusing on each client's unique needs, background, and goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Geneciobel Rodriguez

Geneciobel Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe therapy should be a safe space where you feel seen, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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 United Healthcare plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — 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.