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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Buffalo, NY

Getting mental health support in Buffalo is easier with Aetna and Headway's extensive network of 8,555 providers. Patients typically save 75% on sessions through insurance, with copay ranges from $0-$25. Schedule free intake calls and begin care within two weeks from neighborhoods throughout the region.

Courtney Kadish-Smith

Courtney Kadish-Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Depew, NY


My name is Courtney Kadish-Smith and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have worked in both mental health and addiction throughout my career. I have a passion for therapy and at the end of the day I am aware this is not an easy thing to commit too. Exploring into ourselves and working to get better is something that takes courage. I applaud you for reaching out in the first place and now we can take the step together towards making your life better.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Kristen Wojtaszek

Kristen Wojtaszek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Lindsey Bala

Lindsey Bala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Amherst, NY


Hi, I’m Lindsey, a psychotherapist who works with adult (18+) individuals navigating a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. I believe the most effective therapy is a collaborative process where we work together as a team to identify what’s not working and build practical, meaningful solutions that fit your life. My goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and actively involved in your own healing.

We begin by building a strong therapeutic alliance—creating a space that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and grounded in trust. From there, we explore your specific needs, patterns, and goals in a way that feels respectful of your pace and readiness.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Cassidy French

Cassidy French

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“My approach is collaborative and compassionate, and I use evidence-based practices like CBT, Mindfulness, and DBT with a trauma-informed lens.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Amy Pfeffer

Amy Pfeffer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Amherst, NY


“I help to empower my clients to resolve issues, achieve growth, and respond to challenges in a healthy way.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Sarah Sabatowski

Sarah Sabatowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I am a Certified EMDR clinician(trauma focused care). I will vary approaches used based on the needs of the clients I work with...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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Margaret Montgomery

Margaret Montgomery

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“Meg embraces an integrative approach to mental health and wellness. She draws upon traditional western medicine along with eastern philosophies.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

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Stacey Schmid

Stacey Schmid

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Lancaster, NY


“My approach is to encourage clients to self-identify goals, focusing on strengths, and solutions to build resilience and grow.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Women's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Paul Hurley

Paul Hurley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Williamsville, NY


If you’re feeling stuck in anxiety, depression, trauma, school stress, or family conflict, therapy can be a place to feel understood and start making meaningful change. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I support clients in building coping skills, improving confidence, and finding practical ways to manage everyday challenges.

Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

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Candyce Odamtten

Candyce Odamtten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Williamsville, NY


“I utilize a strength based approach. I believe you already have the tools to be successful and achieve your life goals but may need some assistance in recognizing and highlighting this within yourself.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Alicia Kohlhagen

Alicia Kohlhagen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I believe that safety and stabilization including trust building is an incredibly important step in therapy and aim to foster that and empowerment throughout treatment.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy McConnell

Cindy McConnell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Lancaster, NY


“I am committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and collaborative environment where individuals feel heard and empowered in their mental health journey.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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Carrie Lodestro

Carrie Lodestro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Lancaster, NY


“My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Lindsey Draper

Lindsey Draper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Hamburg, NY


“I will tailor my therapeutic technique to you. It is my job to listen, learn about your individual situation and provide you with the tools, techniques or resources to help; whether through psychoeducation, dialogue, coaching, or homework.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Mary-Elizabeth Belton

Mary-Elizabeth Belton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“Mary offers nonjudgmental compassion, approachability, creativity, insight, and humor through an eclectic mix of evidence based treatments approaches.”
Aetna + 15 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Kadijah Richards

Kadijah Richards

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Hamburg, NY


“My goal is to create a space where you can finally slow down, exhale, and feel understood without having to perform strength or hide what you're carrying.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Amber Blanchard

Amber Blanchard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Williamsville, NY


“I specialize in the treatment of trauma through the use of Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Robb

Michael Robb

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Hamburg, NY


I have a wide variety of experiences that I can draw upon to help you. I really enjoy helping clients become the best version of themselves! I can work with any and all issues that you might be experiencing.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Jenna Cirbus

Jenna Cirbus

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I have 13 years of experience. My work has focused on individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, negative self-talk and substance abuse.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Kendra Choinski

Kendra Choinski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Lancaster, NY


“My background in emergency medicine allows me to approach complex situations with calm, clarity, and clinical expertise.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jane Moeller

Jane Moeller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Williamsville, NY


“I believe that growth occurs through understanding how one's past circumstances can impact their present functioning.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Barry Chapman

Barry Chapman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • East Amherst, NY


“I believe in the importance of the therapeutic alliance and I utilize an open and sincere approach in an effort to build rapport and trust.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Kristine Sokolofsky

Kristine Sokolofsky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Alden, NY


Born and raised in WNY, attended SUNY Buffalo, obtaining my bachelor's in psychology and master's in Social Work there.

I enjoy working with people of all ages who are striving to move through and process the difficult life experiences, changes and transitions we all experience such as grief & loss, divorce, trauma, addictions of all kinds, parenting and behavioral problems in children and adolescents.

Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Dawn Gayadeen

Dawn Gayadeen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Lockport, NY


“I am passionate about empowering and helping people achieve their goals in a safe, non-judgmental, confidential environment.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Jacqueline Chavers

Jacqueline Chavers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Lockport, NY


“Not only am I a therapist, but I have also been a counseling client. I know what it may be like to process through EMDR and other trauma processing modalities.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Trauma
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Kelly Scumaci

Kelly Scumaci

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Lockport, NY


“I strive to provide person centered care. In which each client is treated with respect and dignity and provided with care that is specific to their own needs.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Heather Anderson

Heather Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fredonia, NY


“I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), and Solution-Focused Therapy.”
Aetna + 15 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Michelle Truax

Michelle Truax

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fredonia, NY


“I believe that every person and experience is unique and treatment should reflect upon the needs of the individual.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Kaleb Colosimo

Kaleb Colosimo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rochester, NY


Welcome - I'm so glad you're here! I know finding a therapist can be daunting, but it is so worth it when you find someone you can trust. Whether you are navigating a new challenge life has thrown at you or are choosing to tackle a longstanding problem, I would be honored to be part of your team. Clients from all walks of life are welcome. I value clients' diversity and aim to treat each individual as holistically as possible. If you are looking to grow yourself and your relationships into the best that they can be, I would love to meet with you and accompany you on that journey.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive

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Tammy Piazza

Tammy Piazza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jamestown, NY


“My approach combines motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and rational-emotive therapy along with training in trauma training to assist individuals work through different life situations.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jene Gardner

Jene Gardner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Olean, NY


“My approach combines cognitive-behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy and rational-emotive therapy...”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Sheila Collins

Sheila Collins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Olean, NY


“I believe people are most successful when they break down their goal(s) in small achievealbe steps and they have someone in their corner encouraging and supporting them through the process.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Osaze Ibhawa

Osaze Ibhawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jamestown, NY


“He works with individuals using an eclectic/integrative approach, and utilizes variety of interventions/techniques that includes, but not limited to, CBT, DBT, REBT, EMDR, MI and SFT.”
Aetna + 14 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Deborah Finn

Deborah Finn

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I view therapy as a partnership. My role is to help clients identify and gain insight into their specific situations and to explore new, different ways to think and respond.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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Christina Tanner

Christina Tanner

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief and trauma. I have extensive experience working with clients of varied cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds as well as diverse sexual and gender identities.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

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Rori Crosson

Rori Crosson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I deeply appreciate cultivating a robust therapeutic connection, ensuring individuals feel understood, respected, and nurtured throughout their journey.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Leiat Klarfeld

Leiat Klarfeld

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I focus on building genuine connections and trust...”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarina Goldstein

Sarina Goldstein

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I believe that increased insight and self-awareness are the starting points to a more fulfilling life.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Arana

Robert Arana

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“Transparency and open communication are fundamental to our approach, and we work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan as needed.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Catherine Coats

Catherine Coats

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My lived experience navigating the tension between the different hats you wear gives me a unique understanding of what it feels like to be caught between different identities.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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.