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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Syracuse, NY

Headway connects Syracuse residents to UnitedHealthcare-covered mental health support across neighborhoods like Eastwood, Strathmore, and Downtown. Flexible virtual or in-person sessions with copays between $0-$30 help you focus on your care.

Charles Bonerbo

Charles Bonerbo

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I believe it is my job as your therapist to create an environment where you feel safe and supported sharing your thoughts, emotions, fears and traumas so that we can work through them together.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Paul Pleskach

Paul Pleskach

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Licensed in mental health counseling - I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Theresa Bergold

Theresa Bergold

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Do you find yourself feeling anxious or overwhelmed with daily stress ? Does thinking of the past consume you and even steal your current happiness? Do you struggle with being alone or find yourself with limited support? There is hope for a future filled with peace, happiness and meaning. Your challenges don't define you. Let's work together to gain a better understanding of your experiences. I'm here to support you. You can achieve personal growth, self worth, emotional improvement and healing.

United Healthcare + 16 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Leder

Maria Leder

Therapist

Virtual • Woodbury, NY


“I integrate evidence-based modalities with mindfulness-based practices, bringing a gentle and compassionate presence to our sessions.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Kari Hancock

Dr. Kari Hancock

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York


“I take time to complete comprehensive psychiatric assessments and develop treatment plans that balance careful, conservative medication use with a strong emphasis on therapy and open communication.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Jessy Nwuba

Dr. Jessy Nwuba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I'm privileged to understand culturally conscious care, which has allowed me to help many families who have experienced trauma and cultural barriers.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Anne Hewitt

Anne Hewitt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My approach to treatment is grounded in the belief that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Kaleen Boyd

Dr. Kaleen Boyd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Valley Stream, NY


“I practice individualized pt. care. Every person has unique backgrounds and that's important to look at when planning treatment.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mitchel Eisenstein

Mitchel Eisenstein

Therapist

Virtual • Setauket- East Setauket, NY


As a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) with 17 years of hands-on experience, I've had the privilege of guiding countless individuals through life's toughest moments, helping them rediscover their inner strength and joy. I graduated from Adelphi University in 2007, where I honed my skills in evidence-based therapeutic techniques, but what truly sets me apart is my deep commitment to seeing each client as a unique person with their own story, dreams, and potential. My practice is built on a foundation of empathy, integrity, and genuine care — I don't just listen; I truly hear you, validating your experiences without judgment. Over the years, I've supported people from all walks of life, whether they're navigating the fog of anxiety, the weight of grief, or the complexities of relationships, always tailoring my approach to what resonates most with you. Clients often tell me they feel an immediate sense of relief knowing they're in a space where vulnerability is met with compassion and expertise. I'm passionate about holistic well-being, incorporating mind-body connections and practical strategies that extend beyond the session room into your daily life. What drives me? Witnessing those transformative "aha" moments when someone realizes they have the power to shape their future. If you're ready to invest in yourself and explore how therapy can unlock a more empowered, fulfilling path, I invite you to reach out — let's start this journey together and see how far you can go.

United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Wilmot Lambert

Wilmot Lambert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I am detailed oriented and provide a thorough assessment to build a therapeutic plan of action that is tailored to each client's needs.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annette Trincher

Annette Trincher

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is one of mindful exploration to assist you in gaining the awareness of how to be more present in your life.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Judith Preiato

Judith Preiato

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a LCSW with 12 years experience of working in a psychiatric emergency room in a teaching hospital in NY.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Elizabeth Johnson

Elizabeth Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Therapy should be unconditional, empathetic and pure to ensure the individual feels heard and validated.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tyrone Joseph

Tyrone Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a Black male therapist and dyslexic learner, I understand the impact of identity, difference, and resilience.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Joan Mahoney

Joan Mahoney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Smithtown, NY


“Joan firmly believes in fostering trusting and collaborative relationships with her patients, empowering them to actively engage in their treatment journey.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Amanda Sokolowski

Amanda Sokolowski

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use therapeutic techniques and provide tools to help you uncover and change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vennesha Hunter

Vennesha Hunter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My approach is evidence-based, cooperative, and compassionate. In order to help clients feel heard and empowered...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Michelle Kushmakova

Michelle Kushmakova

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi there! I'm Michelle, a licensed therapist dedicated to helping individuals achieve emotional well-being. With a background as a Mental Health Counselor from Touro College, I specialize in providing personalized therapy services for children to young adults.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Ayello

Lauren Ayello

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that promoting connection within the therapeutic relationship are the building blocks for positive outcomes...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Sheets

Tara Sheets

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I hope to embody a non-judgmental space for all clients to feel comfortable and safe to be themselves.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shmuel Bieler

Shmuel Bieler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“With a blend of expertise and genuine empathy, I will provide a safe space for your mental health journey.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
JoJo Dioanne Adsuara

JoJo Dioanne Adsuara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


“I strongly believe in tailoring my therapeutic interventions to cater to the unique needs of each person I encounter, guided by a firm belief in the inherent worth of every individual.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arelys Itwaru

Arelys Itwaru

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Astoria, NY


Hi, I’m Arelys! I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 15 years of nursing experience. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of caring for people from all walks of life, across different ages, cultures, backgrounds, and circumstances. Those experiences have shaped the way I approach mental health care: with curiosity, compassion, and an understanding that there is always more to a person than what brings them into the room.

I work with adolescents, college students, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and the challenges and transitions that life can bring.

I chose to specialize in mental health because I believe meaningful care begins with truly getting to know the person in front of me. Your symptoms matter, but so do the experiences, relationships, stressors, strengths, and circumstances that shape them. I want our time together to be a space where you feel comfortable being honest, where your concerns are heard, and where you never feel like you have to fit into a one-size-fits-all approach.

My goal is to build a genuine, collaborative relationship and create a treatment plan that makes sense for you—one that supports not only symptom improvement, but your ability to feel more like yourself and move forward with confidence.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ellis Hulse

Ellis Hulse

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I currently use a blend of different mindfulness-based cognitive behavior therapies and mind-body exercises to help people better cope with anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and grief.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Mary Obiyo

Dr. Mary Obiyo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • The Bronx, NY


“My dual background in family practice and psychiatric mental health allows me to take a whole-person approach to care.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brian Laguatan

Brian Laguatan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout your treatment journey.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
D Afflick

D Afflick

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I've been told that I am extremely patient, and I enjoy weaving humor into my sessions with patients.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Radil

Lauren Radil

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“In our work together, you'll find a space where your feelings are met with compassion, curiosity and acceptance.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kianna Cole

Kianna Cole

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My job as a therapist is to help you to determine who the best version of yourself is while building a path to get closer to that version.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susannah Mileshin

Susannah Mileshin

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I work to immediately dismantle patterns which perpetuate stress and unhappiness in close relationships while treating the nervous system dysregulation responsible for symptoms like anxiety, depressed mood or insomnia.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nancy Kloska

Nancy Kloska

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My client-centered, humanistic approach is rooted in positive psychology, focusing on your personal strengths and holistic well-being.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Yolanda Cardona

Yolanda Cardona

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe in practicing with a patient centered evidence-based collaborative approach. This approach encourages patients to clarify their own goals and ultimately leads to strengthening their confidence and skills to manage their health.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Gabby Ruiz

Gabby Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • New City, NY


“In our first session, we'll focus on building a trusting and supportive relationship as I take the time to genuinely listen to your story.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Physical health issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stella Okechukwu

Dr. Stella Okechukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • The Bronx, NY


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia, eating disorders in children, adolescents and adults.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Chinelo Nduka

Chinelo Nduka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My approach to care is to establish a strong clinical relationship with each client in a nonjudgmental space.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Angela Fowler

Angela Fowler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I'm skilled in de‐escalation and in slowing things down, taking time to think before making decisions so care never feels rushed.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Sutcliffe

Carol Sutcliffe

Therapist

Virtual • Kingston, NY


“I have worked extensively in the addiction field, with perpetrators of domestic violence and with those grieving the loss of a loved one.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hanson Qin

Hanson Qin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Working with me may feel like confiding your deepest pains to an empathetic friend who is nurturing, insightful, emotionally attuned, and ready to guide you towards living an authentic and liberated life.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Elatkin

Kristin Elatkin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I take a holistic approach to mental health, understanding that psychological, emotional, and physical well-being are interconnected.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Simmons

Crystal Simmons

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“You can expect that I will LISTEN! We will discuss your symptoms, how they affect you, your goals, and how I can help you reach those goals.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

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.