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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Albuquerque, NM

Headway makes UnitedHealthcare-covered therapy accessible throughout Albuquerque, from Downtown to the Northeast Heights. Schedule your free consultation today and connect with providers offering both talk therapy and medication support within your budget.

Melinda Chernev

Melinda Chernev

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I create a supportive environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Joan Wong

Joan Wong

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Our sessions will be challenging, yet grace-filled; sometimes direct. I hope to share, to inspire, and to encourage you to begin making positive life-oriented choices...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Melanie Hunter

Melanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


My name is Melanie Hunter and I am a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) practitioner. I hold a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas State University. I began my career working with adolescents through a non-profit organization and then later, adults in employment settings. My work providing telehealth counseling with adults began in 2020.



United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Anna Murtagh

Anna Murtagh

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I use somatic work to assist in therapy with symptoms of anxiety and to assist clients in "getting out of fight or flight mode".”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Dr. Michael M Zavala

Dr. Michael M Zavala

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


Michael M. Zavala, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC is a Texas and New Mexico based Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner focused on holistic integrative psychiatry.

I help adults experiencing obesity, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and burnout/moral injury rediscover their sense of excitement and engagement with work, loved ones, and life by offering a specialized approach for those motivated to uncover the root cause of their symptoms, with medication as an option, NOT the only option.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ulysses Diaz

Ulysses Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I have served my community as a counselor, professor, mentor, therapist, and advocate for students, especially first generation and men of color.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Rebecca Cooper

Rebecca Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Las Cruces, NM


“I specialize in assisting adults, particularly those who have confronted challenging life events, in gaining a direct understanding of how their past experiences have influenced them.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Trinette Radasa

Trinette Radasa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


Hi! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist (ACNS) based in California. I received my Doctorate in Nursing Practice and FNP Certificate from University of Texas at El Paso, Masters in Nursing with ACNS focus and PMHNP Certificates from New Mexico State University. I treat adolescents and adults using various psychotherapy and medication modalities.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Sarah Sharp

Dr. Sarah Sharp

Psychologist

Virtual • New Mexico


“The brain is a complex chemical computer. If we can understand what is triggering chemical reactions in the brain and how to use those neurotransmitters to our advantage, then we can start to effect change in how we think and respond.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Dr. Sherry Cooper

Dr. Sherry Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I enjoy helping my clients work through difficult transitions in life and come out feeling the strongest they have every felt.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Johnna Vernon

Johnna Vernon

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I support my clients as they gain new understandings of themselves and the world in order to create an authentic and fulfilling life.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Matthew Diner

Dr. Matthew Diner

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I integrate insight-oriented psychotherapy with evidence-based interventions to help you better understand the patterns that influence your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and behaviors while developing practical strategies for navigating life's...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jeannette Rodriguez

Dr. Jeannette Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am a cross-cultural, neurodivergent, creative arts therapist who has been in practice for 20 years.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Barbara Martinez

Barbara Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


First off, Hello! I am an LCSW who has worked with individuals, couples, children, and adolescents. I've worked with a variety of clients from those who have been recently been in-patient, going through a life transition (i.e. divorce, grief, relocations), struggling with depression and/or anxiety, and who have experienced abuse and other traumas.


Choosing to be in counseling is an extraordinary act of self-discovery and self-love that I believe each person can benefit from.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan McKay

Susan McKay

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“By creating a "safe space" for client to share their areas for growth, and areas of pain, therapist will help work with client to feel unburdened and encouraged after sessions.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Brett Stephan

Brett Stephan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I listen carefully to understand how your symptoms impact your daily life. During treatment, I prescribe medications and use therapy techniques that can begin working right away.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Victoria Reyna

Victoria Reyna

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“We specialize in adult ADHD and AuDHD, the co-occurrence of ADHD and autism, from both clinical training and lived experience.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelby Garcia

Shelby Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


I believe that healthy change starts from within and my role is to be a guide during this process. Often times we feel we are stuck in a rut with no way out, but together we'll work on building self-empowerment, better self-care, and self-awareness. No matter what you're going through there's always room to learn and grow from the past to make a better future. I specialize in anxiety disorders, trauma and PTSD, and building self-confidence. I'm also trained in Brainspotting.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherry "Rae" Yingling

Sherry "Rae" Yingling

Therapist

Virtual • Sandia Park, NM


“I am an attachment focused therapist and practice a conversational, collaborative, person-centered approach.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Pamela Joy Abao

Pamela Joy Abao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach is personalized and collaborative. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in decisions about your psychiatric medications...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Vanessa Bretado Yagel

Vanessa Bretado Yagel

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I use an eclectic approach because not everyone fits the same mold. I have a toolbox full of tools that I am ready to teach you.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Melissa Flores

Melissa Flores

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Clients can expect to leave empowered with the tools they'll benefit from, the autonomy of implementing those tools as needed, and the mindfulness to know when coping techniques are needed.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Nathan Aish

Nathan Aish

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My core values are servitude and continuous improvement, and my approach to care integrates person-centered, trauma-informed, strength-based, harm-reduction, gender-responsive, and cultural humility practices.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Pino

Richard Pino

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My therapy isn't about endless reflection—it's about equipping you with effective execution skills to reshape your reality and achieve personal mastery.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Robert Wakeley

Robert Wakeley

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I strongly support Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on how our thoughts and beliefs create emotional reactions that lead to our behavioral choices.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Adriana Vizcaino

Adriana Vizcaino

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach to care is collaborative, supportive, and practical. I work with clients to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where they feel heard and understood, while also focusing on clear goals and real-life strategies for change.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Cristina Robledo

Cristina Robledo

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am a big believer that everyone is the "EXPERT" in their own life experiences and I am here to serve as guide in seeing different perspectives.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Lidia Atencio

Lidia Atencio

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NM


Hi! My name is Lidia. I've been a therapist for 16 years. I obtained my Master's Degree from New Mexico Highlands University. I have many years of experience working with individuals, children, teens, families and couples.

United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Arleen Erland

Arleen Erland

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Therapy with Lived Wisdom

With over 20 years of experience walking alongside individuals on their healing journeys, I bring more than clinical knowledge—I bring lived understanding. My work is rooted in the mind-body connection, because true healing doesn’t just happen in the mind. It happens in the nervous system, in the body, and in the deeper layers of the self.

Choosing a therapist is a sacred step. If you’re wondering how to choose, I invite you to ask: “Do they do their own work? Have they sat in the depths they’ll be guiding me through?”

I have. I’ve lived the unraveling. I’ve done the deep inner work. And I’ve found my way through.

Now, I offer a steady, compassionate presence to help you find yours. You don’t have to do this alone.

Let me walk with you.

United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Hali Neves

Hali Neves

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is to teach and support clients the skills they need to manage their thoughts and emotions independently so they don't need to rely on therapy.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Shandra Wilson

Shandra Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach to therapy is integrative and holistic as I tailor my therapeutic approach to the needs of the individual I'm working with by introducing strategies that help individuals achieve more meaningful results in therapy.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Lauren Sparks

Dr. Lauren Sparks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


In a world that too often depersonalizes healthcare, Dr. Sparks is committed to keeping the human and humane in healthcare. She is committed to individualized, relationship-based care despite the wider shift toward an impersonal, system-driven approach. You are unique. Your care should also be. Dr. Sparks is a doctorally prepared psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner as well as a therapist. She has a wide toolkit and based on patient preference she may prescribe medications, supplements, and/or lifestyle interventions. Sessions may include brief therapeutic support as well.

United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Ryan Short

Ryan Short

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is that every patient leaves their appointment feeling like they have been heard and understood.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Callee Moore

Callee Moore

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a background that spans mental health, geriatrics, home health, intensive care, and long-term rehabilitation. My personality is open, honest, and direct—I believe transparency builds trust. With over a decade of hands-on nursing experience and recent advanced training in psychopharmacology and CBT, I bring both empathy and expertise to our work together. My clients can count on clear communication, collaborative care, and a deep commitment to helping them thrive.

United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Blessing Benjamin

Blessing Benjamin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“Patients often describe my approach as non-judgmental, gentle and caring, with encouragement to challenge you to grow.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beatrice Onifade

Beatrice Onifade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe that every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and understood in a safe, judgment-free environment.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Theophlius Watson III

Dr. Theophlius Watson III

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Theo uses a kind and empathetic, yet direct, approach to help clients achieve their goals and reach their full potential.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Erin Smith

Erin Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


United Healthcare + 9 others
Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Francesca Jenkins

Francesca Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Francesca Jenkins has varied experience working with individual and families within the last 4 years.


Francesca has worked with populations as a school social worker , assisted living center, working as a case manger for the homeless and veterans.Francesca has worked with divorce, life transitions, eating disorders , substance abuse, panic disorders, anxiety, depression.

Francesca gives passion and support to her clients. She has experience working with clients from 13 yr old to adulthood.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm

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.