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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Albany, NY
Finding the right mental health support in Albany is easier with Headway and Cigna. Our providers across neighborhoods like Downtown, South End, and Pine Hills offer flexible scheduling and virtual options. With copays as low as $0, Headway works with your insurance so you can focus on your well-being without financial stress.
Hi, I’m Mollie Smetana, LCSW, a New York-based clinical social worker specializing in anxiety, relationship concerns, and eating disorders. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from New York University and have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating a range of challenges, including anxiety, body image concerns, disordered eating, self-esteem, and life transitions. I also hold additional training in eating disorders and body image through the William Alanson White Institute.
Hi, I'm Dr. William Yu, a board-certified psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience providing medication management and psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma-related conditions, and life transitions.
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.
● Provides supportive psychotherapy for clients dealing with a variety of mental health
concerns, trauma, and life events
● Develops and implements treatment plans
● Completes evaluative assessments and collaborates with psychiatrists to diagnose clients
● Attends weekly supervision and team meetings to facilitate personal growth
What type of therapy does Cigna cover?
Cigna 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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