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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Albany, NY
Headway connects Albany residents with Aetna-in-network providers across neighborhoods like Downtown, South End, and Pine Hills. With copays between $0-$25 and 9,121 licensed providers available, flexible virtual or in-person care is within reach.
Hi there, I'm Marissa!
I support you in navigating your life and relationships. Do you often feel disconnected or unheard by your spouse? There is a way to feel connected and heard. Together, you can gain new perspectives and learn tools to heal from problems in your relationship. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself.
My focus
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship disconnection, infidelity, grief, trauma, self-esteem, and personal growth. You are not broken. You are healing beautifully. Your next level of growth starts here.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families. I hold a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, a master’s degree in School Counseling, and a bachelor’s degree in Social Science. My professional background includes providing therapy in private practice, school, home, and community-based settings.
I specialize in relationship concerns, family conflict, anxiety, emotional regulation, parenting challenges, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, and communication difficulties. I also work with couples who want to strengthen their emotional connection, rebuild trust, improve intimacy, and develop healthier ways of managing conflict.
My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client’s needs. I incorporate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, family systems interventions, and Gottman-informed techniques. I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful and lasting change.
Thirty years ago I walked into a psychiatric unit as a nurse — long before I became a therapist — and learned something no textbook teaches: people carry the weight of addiction, trauma, and grief alongside jobs, families, and survival. That weight doesn't announce itself politely. Today, I bring that clinical depth to therapy with adults and older adults who are ready to stop white-knuckling through and actually get somewhere. Whether you're managing a decades-long wound, fighting to stay sober, or facing a depression that just won't lift, I have likely sat with someone who felt exactly where you are.
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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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.








































