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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Asheville, NC

Asheville residents with Aetna coverage can explore therapy and medication management through Headway, where the average client saves 75% on sessions. Connect with available providers in neighborhoods across the city with flexible virtual or in-person care.

Darby Rosenberger

Darby Rosenberger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away

378 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC

“HI! I'm Darby Rosenberger, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Holly Testerman

Holly Testerman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

70 Woodfin Place, Asheville, NC

I am a License Clinical Addiction Specialist, License Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and a Certified Trauma Therapist II. I received my Master’s in Counseling from Longwood University. I have been working with those suffering from addiction and co-occurring disorders since 2011 in an outpatient and inpatient setting.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Lexie Arlt

Lexie Arlt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

29 North Market Street, Asheville, NC

“My approach to therapy has a focus on authenticity, and the journey of processing life experiences to uncover the best parts of you that have been there all along.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues,

Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


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Christy Clement

Christy Clement

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

13 Eagle Street, Asheville, NC

“My hope is that during our work together you feel safe, seen, and free to say whatever needs to be said to improve your life in ways that feel important to you.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare,


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Leah Madamba

Leah Madamba

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

13 Eagle Street, Asheville, NC

“I create a safe space for you to explore what you want, and then we work together to figure out the best way for you to get there.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


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David Legler

David Legler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

44 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC

“I use a real nice mix of brutal honesty, genuine empathy, and eye-watering humor to get guys talking about what's really going on.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues,

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Jacob Gregson

Jacob Gregson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

44 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC

“I balance compassionate emotional support with honesty and use evidence-based approaches proven to facilitate real change.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance

Samantha Osborne

Samantha Osborne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

12 1/2 Wall Street, Asheville, NC

“I'll teach you how to identify the thoughts and beliefs that create anxiety or insomnia, and I'll show you how to challenge your ideas to improve your mood.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Physical health issues,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


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Suzanne Lowe

Suzanne Lowe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

75 Church Street, Asheville, NC

“I am have a very eclectic approach to therapy and have many tools in my tool box. I can be direct, inquisitive, reflective, and quite sensitive, and generally feel into what the client needs and would be most helpful.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


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Jonathan Pack

Jonathan Pack

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

68 Grove Street, Asheville, NC

“My approach integrates psychodynamic work—helping us understand how past experiences continue to shape your inner world—with Gestalt techniques that keep our focus grounded in the here and now.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Challenging, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


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Campbell Dean

Campbell Dean

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

44 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC

Since 2015, have gained a wide breadth of experience ranging from wilderness therapy to residential treatment centers, working with clients aged 13-72. Recently, I was a Clinical Director working with dual-diagnosed boys and young men. I am trained in a Gestlat Approach, Brainspotting, and Relapse Prevention.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


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Christen Rinaldi

Christen Rinaldi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

31 College Place, Asheville, NC

“I believe healing happens when you stop performing and start listening — and then respond to what is discovered.”

Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna

Janan Leya

Janan Leya

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away

43 Edgewood Road, Asheville, NC

“I believe therapy should help you feel more grounded, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


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Sarah Barkley

Sarah Barkley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away

385 Kimberly Avenue, Asheville, NC

I have been in private practice for 20 years with my specialty focusing on individuals resolving historic traumas and women balancing all of the complications of womanhood in a fast paced, demanding world. My style is informed from my diverse experience. I have worked in adolescent residential treatment, FBI consulting, an expert witness and a graduate school professorship; all the while working with my private practice clients. In the last several years, I have been sought out as a corporate consultant and speaker to discuss how our negative experiences and traumas shape our behaviors as high intensity professionals.

The untapped magnificence I see in my clients never ceases to inspire and amaze me. Anyone who is willing to do hard work is already a gift to this World! I've grown bored of many things in my life but this work....never!

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues,

Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


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Thomas Cook

Thomas Cook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away

6 Locust Street, Asheville, NC

“My primary focus is to hold a compassionate, empowering, and non judgmental space where you can feel safe to explore all sensations, thoughts, and emotions that are present.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Brittany Koukol

Brittany Koukol

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.2 mi away

390 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC

Finding the right therapist is a big step, and I am here to offer you a caring, warm and collaborative space for healing, empowerment and growth. As both a Licensed Counselor and a Registered Art Therapist, my approach meets you exactly where you are, honoring your unique story with compassion and curiosity. I am able to offer traditional talk therapy, art therapy or a combination of both.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina


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Mellissa (Izzy) Duttle

Mellissa (Izzy) Duttle

Therapist

In-person • <1 mi away

29 North Market Street, Asheville, NC

“I use a trauma-informed approach, which means I focus on how past experiences may affect how you see the world and relate to others.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Brooke Swanson

Brooke Swanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away

65 Lees Creek Road, Asheville, NC

“I have a lifetime of experience in healing through creativity, including movement, art, meditation, emotional regulation, and exploration of joy and pleasure.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Brit Klepac

Brit Klepac

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away

65 Lees Creek Road, Asheville, NC

“I bring a creative approach to my therapy practice by blending talk therapy with drawing, painting, collaging, sculpting, and other art processes to help you experience, express, and understand your emotions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


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Heather MacLachlan

Heather MacLachlan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5 mi away

1293 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC

“I come from a strength's perspective, empowering clients to believe in their highest potential. I am fully present with deep listening, empathy, and compassion, so the clients I work with can believe in themselves and truly flourish.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Megan Williams

Megan Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away

216 McKinnish Cove Road, Asheville, NC

“My approach blends traditional therapeutic techniques with mindfulness, Internal Family Systems (IFS), art, and experiential practices.”

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Amy Robichaud

Amy Robichaud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away

900 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC

“I'd describe myself as genuine, supportive and direct. I approach therapy from a strengths based perspective and consider myself solution oriented.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Deana Haynes

Deana Haynes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away

480 Dix Creek Road Number 1, Asheville, NC

“My style is warm, empathic, and sometimes humorous—but always direct and focused on helping you meet your goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Sarah Thompson

Sarah Thompson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

34 Wall Street, Asheville, NC

“I’m a therapist who listens deeply, but I’m also not afraid to tell you the truth (with compassion — and maybe a little humor if it helps).”

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma,

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna


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Dr. Robin Avery

Dr. Robin Avery

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away

10 Glen Cove Drive, Arden, NC

“She teaches you skills to help you cope with what cannot be changed, and offers new, positive ways to perceive, act, and experience yourself and your reality that can be a wellspring of growth, positivity, and personal life enhancement.”

Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Rachel Fowler

Rachel Fowler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away

4 Olde Eastwood Village Boulevard, Asheville, NC

“I specialize in helping people who are deep thinkers or internalizers; people whose anxiety, neurodivergence, people pleasing or caregiving have caused them to feel stuck.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Challenging, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


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Carrie Schear

Carrie Schear

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away

204 Vehorn Road, Fairview, NC

“My approach to therapy is holistic in nature, giving attention to all aspects of a persons experience.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health,

Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


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Amy Borskey Duffer

Amy Borskey Duffer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away

1858 Charlotte Highway, Fairview, NC

“I love using movement and the connection to the body to explore our current states and different parts of ourselves...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


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Dr. Alexis Decosimo

Dr. Alexis Decosimo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away

9 Asbury Road, Candler, NC

“As an art therapist, I believe that artistic expression bypasses the limitations of language and opens a door to self-discovery.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Creative, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare,

Megan Powers

Megan Powers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away

268 Black Oak Cove Road, Candler, NC

“I always consider a person's body, mind, and spirit. I work to develop trusting relationships with my clients.”
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


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Jamie Clark

Jamie Clark

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away

367 Dellwood Road, Waynesville, NC

“I approach therapy with a strong belief in the resilience and capability of my clients to heal, change, and achieve their goals.”

Anger management, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, PTSD,

Affirming, Creative, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Michelle Stephan

Michelle Stephan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away

166 Branner Avenue, Waynesville, NC

I graduated with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton, Texas and have been working in the mental health field since 2018.

I completed my internship experiences at the Chaplain Family Life Training Center in Fort Hood, TX, and the Community Life Counseling Center in Belton, TX, from 2016-2018.

I have experience working in residential treatment, and a group practice setting in Asheville, NC before deciding to open Auden Counseling. I am licensed as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor by the North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Direct, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Hannah Ellis

Hannah Ellis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away

41 North Rice Street, Brevard, NC

“My goal is to foster an authentic connection and create a non-judgemental space to process big feelings.”

Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues,

Challenging, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Megan McCraw

Megan McCraw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away

118 South Grove Street, Hendersonville, NC

“I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and genuinely comfortable being yourself.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Avianna Marcelin

Avianna Marcelin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide a warm, supportive, and judgment-free environment where you can feel understood, valued, and empowered.”

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Erin Gora

Erin Gora

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing starts with feeling truly seen. You won't find judgment here — just a calm, warm space to be honest about what you're carrying.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Huffman

Stephanie Huffman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you reclaim balance, strengthen relationships, and build tools that empower lasting change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Janna Williams

Janna Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I'm Janna Williams, and my path to becoming a therapist is anything but traditional — and I think that's exactly what makes me effective. After 30 years with the State of North Carolina, I retired and did what most people wouldn't: I started over. I became a mobile crisis team responder, showed up for people in their hardest moments, and discovered exactly where I was meant to be. I hold a degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology from UNC Charlotte (Go Niners! 🤘) and earned my Master of Social Work from UNC Pembroke in 2022 (Go Braves! 🏹). My background spans the judicial system, child welfare, substance use, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention — which means I've seen a lot, and very little surprises or intimidates me. I'm here with you at Greater Vision Counseling Services, Southern Pines, and I am genuinely honored to be part of your story.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Kim Knoeller

Kim Knoeller

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Building a trusting relationship in which there is safety, genuine care, interest, and validation is at the core of good therapy and is my strength.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Sara Giles

Sara Giles

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Well, Hello There - I’m Sara, a Licensed Therapist with over 17 years of direct clinical experience helping people navigate life’s most difficult chapters.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

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