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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Apex, NC

Finding the right therapist in Apex is easier with Headway's Aetna network. With copays ranging from $0-$25, you can focus on your wellness while we handle insurance coverage and coordinate your care with experienced providers.

William Lehrer

William Lehrer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Durham, NC


“I specialize in a variety of issues including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Depression, and Anxiety.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Monissa Richards

Monissa Richards

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and I work alongside them to better understand their concerns, identify meaningful goals, and create an individualized plan for moving forward.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Crystal Parker

Crystal Parker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Wilson, NC


“I bring a calm, non‐judgmental presence and a collaborative style—you're the expert on your life, and I'm here to help you make sense of what you're experiencing and move toward the version of yourself you want to become.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Bassey Kalu

Bassey Kalu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Lumberton, NC


“I take a holistic and non-judgmental approach to help you feel comfortable; thereby enabling you to improve your life and achieve the goals that you have set for yourself.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Leigh Fernandez

Leigh Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“Clients describe me as upbeat, disarming and genuine. It is my honor to help you make progress in weeks, not months, and help get you back to thriving, not just surviving.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Energetic, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Fine

Thomas Fine

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I believe each encounter possesses a unique and sacred exchange between individuals. It is a privileged opportunity to encounter the other person, realizing his or her dignity and appreciating the grand life narrative which has been created thus far.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Ifeoma Alaribe

Ifeoma Alaribe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I am deeply committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Tracey Rodriguez

Tracey Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I take a non-judgmental, practical approach to addressing life's problems, intending to instill in you a sense of mastery and competence.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Jun He

Dr. Jun He

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“Dr. Jun He's practice offers a comprehensive approach for treating substance addiction. The treatment includes both medication management and supportive psychotherapy.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Azleena Azhar

Azleena Azhar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Durham, NC


Azleena Azhar works with clients from all cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds at Lifeologie Counseling Durham. She has extensive experience supporting survivors of trauma, abuse, and intimate partner violence, helping them develop their inner strengthand resilience. She incorporates present moment mindfulness, boundary setting, and transcendence to help clients navigate toxic relationships and narcissistic family systems.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Hart

Courtney Hart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Durham, NC


Courtney Hart, LCMHC, provides counseling for depression, anxiety, assertive communication, life transitions, and stress. She is passionate about working with all age groups- children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. She offers online therapy and also meets with clients in person at Lifeologie Counseling Durham.

Courtney has an empathetic style of counseling that feels warm and welcoming. She enjoys helping clients explore their values, beliefs, and boundaries. She helps clients identify thoughts and behaviors that may hinder reaching their goals. Courtney

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Creative, Warm

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Kristie Wimbush

Kristie Wimbush

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Raleigh, NC


Hello, I have a nearly 10 years experience in a mental health field, working with populations from all different backgrounds and cultures.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dawn Hall

Dawn Hall

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of good outcomes, and I am dedicated to creating a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Thomas Coogan

Thomas Coogan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I draw from evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Music Therapy, tailoring each session to fit the individual needs and goals of my clients.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Beverly Hicks

Beverly Hicks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I believe providing a safe, warm, accepting and non-judgemental environment creates a platform for establishing a relationship and exploring the client's challenges and desired goals.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Daran Edmonds

Daran Edmonds

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Carrboro, NC


I earned my Master of Social Work from UNC–Chapel Hill in 1999 and have more than 25 years of experience helping adults and families navigate emotional distress, relationship difficulties, and major life challenges. My background includes work as a psychotherapist and child welfare social worker.

I bring experience, steadiness, and genuine curiosity to my work. I am interested not only in what people are struggling with, but in how they came to experience themselves and their lives in the ways they do.

Through Headway, I provide insurance-based therapy to individual adults only. I do not see couples through insurance.

Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Stephanie Rubain

Dr. Stephanie Rubain

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“She provides client-centered, trauma-informed and culturally responsive and respectful services in the quest to meet a client where they are and to support them in their journey to wellness and a life worth living.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Shamika Milliken, Lcsw

Shamika Milliken, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I view each client as a unique individual and tailor my approach to meet your specific needs and goals.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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Florence (Lore) Owen

Florence (Lore) Owen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Garner, NC


“I have a passion for helping children and adolescents develop positive strategies toward becoming healthy adults.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Alvarez

Christine Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“Christine is passionate about partnering with individuals to assist them in finding healing and wholeness.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Victoria Edgington

Victoria Edgington

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I believe you are always doing your best, and that every struggle makes sense if we look at the full context of your life and experiences.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Jeter

Hannah Jeter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Durham, NC


“My goal is to honor that bravery, hold space for anything you bring to the table, and help you move forward in a safe and comfortable environment.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Park

Joseph Park

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Chapel Hill, NC


“My approach to therapy is grounded in evidence-based practices and shaped by a deep respect for each individual's unique history and experiences.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Gregory Connuck

Gregory Connuck

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away • Chapel Hill, NC


My name is Greg, and I'm an LCSW and psychoanalytic candidate at the Psychoanalytic Center of the Carolinas. Originally from New York, I studied History of the Middle East and North Africa at Oberlin College before moving to Asheville, North Carolina. For several years, I worked doing direct care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as in-home care for older adults in the general population. While caring for my clients in these settings, I became interested in psychoanalysis as a way to more thoroughly understand their experiences. I then attended the Social Work program at Western Carolina University, where I specialized in the treatment of substance use disorders, working at an intensive outpatient program and a state treatment center offering affordable detoxification and acute care. After graduating, I moved to the Triangle to pursue psychoanalytic training, and am now in clinical practice in Chapel Hill.

Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Leslie Cloninger

Leslie Cloninger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chapel Hill, NC


“I am a DBT therapist and find it expansive enough to deal with all the different areas of life and behaviors/emotions that create problems in living.”
Aetna + 6 others
LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Felipe Blue

Felipe Blue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Durham, NC


“I am empathic, genuine, open, and flexible. I respect clients as persons and as developing professionals...”
Aetna + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ollie Walker

Ollie Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Durham, NC


“I believe that identifying and honoring one's strengths, especially in the context of struggle, is important to growth and healing.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheryl Clark

Sheryl Clark

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Raleigh, NC


As a LCMHC, I try to create a safe , non-judgmental place to explore your issues and improve the quality of your life.

I work with trauma, chronic illness or care givers for chronically ill individuals, and those suffering loss of all types. I am trained in numerous modalities such as DBT, TF-CBT, and holistic therapies.

Please note: appointments booked through Headway does not guarantee availability. To be assured of an appointment time please contact me or text my admin, Amalia, at 919-771-6050.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Crystal Sterling

Crystal Sterling

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Durham, NC


I have 19 years of experience as a fully licensed therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and 25 years of social work experience


I have a passion working with children, adolescents, adults, and families and am skilled in the application of therapeutic interventions across a number of settings (i.e. schools, community mental health, social services, medical/hospital/PDC [Private Diagnostic Clinic], and private practice).


Trained in treating ODD, CD, ADHD, PTSD, Anger, Anxiety/Panic Attacks, Bereavement, Complex Trauma, Depression, Eating Disorders, Mood Disorders, Stress, and Personality Disorders (particularly Antisocial and Borderline)


I use intervention techniques such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Trauma Focused included), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Crisis Intervention


I am an alumna of North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Jasmine Potts

Jasmine Potts

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Chapel Hill, NC


“I believe in providing a safe and supportive environment where individuals can connect and be heard.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kristin Doyle

Kristin Doyle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Durham, NC


“As a queer person of color, I am deeply committed to creating spaces that are LGBTQIA+ affirming & anti-racist.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

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Jhazmere Preston

Jhazmere Preston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“During our sessions, you can expect to be in a judgment free environment. My goal is to assist you in finding the answers that help gain insight and instill a sense of hope.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Susan Johnson

Susan Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Durham, NC


“I believe the more effectively people communicate with and depend on one another, the more independent and confident they become.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Fahnestock

Victoria Fahnestock

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Chapel Hill, NC


“I bring a compassionate, curious, and nonjudgmental presence into our sessions, creating a space where you can feel safe to be fully yourself.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Michael Zurawel

Michael Zurawel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Knightdale, NC


“I know what it's like to feel hopeless and purposeless. Life is hard and without hope and sense of purpose, it's almost impossible to get through.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Katherine Pettaway

Katherine Pettaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Durham, NC


“I pride myself on treating people the way I want to be treated as well as listening with empathy, compassion and an open-mind.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Arthur Payne

Arthur Payne

Therapist

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


“I am down to earth and focused on assisting others to determine potential changes that they want to make.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Dr. Brad Heinz

Dr. Brad Heinz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Pittsboro, NC


“I favor a collaborative learning process in my work. Inspiring sources include Michael Singer's "Living Untethered", David Hawkins " Map Of Consciousness" ACIM, and the Enneagram.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Jim Condon

Jim Condon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Wake Forest, NC


I've been an LCSW for 25 years.

I'm an OIF/OEF Navy Veteran.

I'm experienced in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, couples and men's issues.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Cynthia Hickman

Cynthia Hickman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Sanford, NC


Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed with life, exhausted, anxious, or depressed? Have you experienced a stressful or traumatic life event? Perhaps you struggle with a chronic illness. Maybe you struggle with a difficult child or teen. Or maybe your partner has been unfaithful. Are you tired of feeling isolated and hopeless? You want- no, you need- things to change, but you don’t where to begin. Asking for help can be one of the most difficulty things to do, but I would be honored to help you discover your inner strength and begin your journey to healing and being who you are meant to be.


I have received training in Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) for managing bipolar disorders as well as certification as a clinical trauma professional. A nationally certified counselor, I am also a member of LPC Association of NC and the International Association of Trauma Professionals (IATP).


I am passionate about helping people triumph over trauma, learn mindfulness-based practices to reduce stress and manage anxiety, improve self-esteem, understand the relationship among our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors (CBT) and learn to tolerate distress in their lives.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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.

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