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Top therapists in North Carolina accepting new patients

Seeking mental health support in North Carolina? Headway offers 2,878 licensed providers accepting 70+ insurance plans, with sessions available virtually or in-person. Many clients pay as little as $0 per session through insurance coverage.

Ahmad Kittaneh

Ahmad Kittaneh

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello! I work with individuals seeking to find clarity on their mental health, maladaptive behaviors, and direction in life. With a PhD in clinical psychology and extensive training in mood disorders, substance use, and trauma, I help my clients to develop understanding of their cycle of falling into old unhelpful habits and find solutions that promote change.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
MaryCaroline Gibson

MaryCaroline Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize a conjunction of modalities including CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, and Person Centered approaches with a holistic lens.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hale Woods

Hale Woods

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My ultimate goal for all client outcomes is to provide the right skills, support, and psychoeducation needed for you to become your own therapist.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. LaShawn Faison-Bradley

Dr. LaShawn Faison-Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“She collaborates with the clients regarding their psychological or emotional issues to aid them in developing the strategies that will assist them to develop and implement changes that will assist them in progressing towards their goals and leading...”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Deiandra Wade-Anderson

Deiandra Wade-Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help individuals define their purpose and provide skills needed to attain those ambitions...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leandra Salley

Leandra Salley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where they can safely explore the patterns, pain, and pressures that have kept them feeling stuck.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ivette Harlin

Ivette Harlin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am dedicated to fostering a non-judgmental, warm, and positive psychological atmosphere that empowers you to strive towards becoming the best version of yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Heidi Troutman

Heidi Troutman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a strong background in Forensic Psychology and have worked in the mental health field since 2004.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, OCD
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Finney

Laura Finney

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I graduated from UNC-Charlotte in 2012. I am a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I have worked in a school setting for several years supporting the social and emotional needs of children. I have worked in the University setting as a college counselor and I also have experience working with adults in the community. I would love to walk alongside of you in your journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Johndro

Amy Johndro

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that therapeutic work is grounded in compassion, cultural humility, and a belief in each person's innate capacity for healing.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krystal White

Krystal White

Therapist

Virtual • Huntersville, NC


“Building a great rapport and trusting counseling relationship can be a vital step to seeing progress in therapy.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle Whittington

Danielle Whittington

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a therapist for the past 18 years I have dedicated my life to being the best at helping people go from stuck to thriving, anxious to calm, hopeless to hopeful.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ann Bezner

Ann Bezner

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a calm, steady presence and work in a way that helps you feel safe, supported, and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dewanda Coard

Dewanda Coard

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to provide a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
LaDavia Prescott

LaDavia Prescott

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I embrace a strengths-based and person-centered approach aiming to understand and meet the individual needs of each person.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly McGrady

Kimberly McGrady

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I will encourage always, challenge sometimes, and judge never. This is a safe space to get the support you need to create the change you want to see in your life and in yourself.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christopher McGinn

Christopher McGinn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has direct experience with adults managing issues with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and life issues.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jorie Luecken

Jorie Luecken

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I am dedicated to helping people find growth and healing so that they can experience all of the joy that life has to offer.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathryn Price

Kathryn Price

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! My name is Kathryn Price, and I specialize in working with clients that have experienced trauma, and disordered eating habits and/or negative body image. I also have experience in working with a variety of mental health disorders and substance use. I graduated with my Masters degree in Clinical Counseling, with an emphasis in Addictions in 2018 from East Carolina University, and have over 8 years of education and counseling experience in a variety of professional settings.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Karabinos

Andrew Karabinos

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide Person-centered therapy that is focused on aligning with you in accomplishing the goals you have envisioned for yourself.”
Anxiety, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Baker

Joseph Baker

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to establish a connection, whereby both the client and I will partner, addressing those aspects of life which present formidable obstacles, and/or repress growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alaina Presley

Alaina Presley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring training from Baylor University and evidence-based tools that actually work, alongside a genuine belief in your capacity to get through this.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ashley Medford

Ashley Medford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about helping people connect to their story. I help create a safe space for you to explore the themes and elements of your individual story and its impact.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stella Thepaut

Stella Thepaut

Therapist

Virtual • Waynesville, NC


“I believe everyone has the capacity to heal. I also believe in the inevitable good naturedness in every human being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Roger Heeren

Roger Heeren

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“My holistic approach to therapy, along with my warm and collaborative style, help clients develop and reach goals for healthier and more satisfying lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Stephanie Gooding

Stephanie Gooding

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can be honest, understood, and supported—not judged or told what you "should" do.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bridget Chandler

Bridget Chandler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My primary therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on challenging negative thought patterns and beliefs.”
Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Cooper

Courtney Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My practice centers neurodivergent adults — people living with ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and Anxiety — with a particular focus on Black, POC, and LGBTQIA+ clients navigating systems and identities that weren't designed for them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michelle Rogers

Michelle Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over 20 years of experience, I offer a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach for high-achieving adults who have been strong for a long time.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Erickson

Sarah Erickson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring a compassionate and empathetic approach to every session, ensuring a safe space for you to express yourself and explore the challenges you face.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bethany Otten

Bethany Otten

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“I believe it important for people to share their story to break stigma. With that said, I share mine.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adam Gray-Heim

Adam Gray-Heim

Therapist

Virtual • Raeford, NC


“Clients often tell me that I'm easy to talk to and that I help them feel human during times when they struggle to feel connected to themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Toddra Williams

Toddra Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that each person's story is unique, and I strive to provide a safe, compassionate space where healing and growth can happen at the client's own pace.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Celena Shivers

Dr. Celena Shivers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“My commitment is to service you with hope, courage, and purpose to improve your well-being while living with your diagnosis.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bani'ci' Townsend-Harrison

Bani'ci' Townsend-Harrison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“Mental wellness begins with unfolding that story and creatively fashioning those tools into resources for the future.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jocelyn Ortega

Jocelyn Ortega

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With a decade of experience and as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, we can build a therapeutic relationship by using CBT, DBT and EMDR to learn skills and practice techniques to get you moving forward again.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nia Grant

Nia Grant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello, my name is Nia Grant, and I provide counseling services to individuals and couples dealing with mental health concerns and common life stressors. I have been independently licensed for 16 years, and I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings with various populations. I have always been empathetic and able to see things from the perspective of others. I also have the ability to meet people where they are. So, I obtained a BA degree in Psychology in 2003 and a MA in Professional Counseling in 2005. I became independently licensed in 2009 and in practice ever since.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
David Bailey

David Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My experience has been with adolescents and young and emerging adults in psychiatric care, child-welfare, eating disorder treatment, and the prison system.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Sherrill

Nicole Sherrill

Therapist

Virtual • Lenoir, NC


“My clinical intention is for every client to feel heard during their therapy session and empowered enough to express their thoughts and feelings in a space that becomes their own.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Ashley Nelson

Dr. Ashley Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing begins within relationships. My work is grounded in the understanding that a child's emotional well-being is deeply connected to the well-being of their caregivers.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving North Carolina

Number of therapists serving North Carolina
There are over 2,881 therapists in North Carolina accepting new patients.
2,881+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 77%Relationship issues
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 47%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 87%Online only
  • 13%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 16%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Substance Use Disorder
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in North Carolina

Searching for therapists in North Carolina means choosing from a wide range of licensed therapists across urban, suburban, and rural areas. The right fit may depend on what you want support with, such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, or life transitions. As you compare North Carolina therapists, look for training and specialties that match your needs. A therapist’s profile can show whether they use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, or family therapy.

Your options for therapy in North Carolina may look different in Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, or smaller communities across the state. Some people prefer meeting with a therapist in person, while others choose virtual sessions for schedule flexibility or access to more therapists licensed in North Carolina. Beyond specialty, consider appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, session structure, and areas of focus before you book.

The cost of mental health care in North Carolina varies, and therapy can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists and counselors in North Carolina who match your preferences, take your insurance, and are accepting new patients. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to see your estimated cost before booking.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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