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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Boone, NC

Headway connects Boone's community to 2,691 mental health providers accepting Cigna. Whether you're in downtown Boone or surrounding areas, find affordable therapy with copays starting at $0 and free intake consultations available.

Kristen Skulicz

Kristen Skulicz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away

1064 Meadowview Drive, Boone, NC

“I strive to create a safe, respectful, informal space for people to slow down, and give themselves the time and energy they need to explore how they feel about their lives, untangle their thoughts, and identify what they would like to be working...”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Suzi Woodard

Suzi Woodard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away

1064 Meadowview Drive, Boone, NC

“I work holistically, with attention to patterns – thoughts, emotions, physical reactions and health, relationship reactions, communication and conflict, nutrition, physical activity or movement – and what we know is likely to be effective.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

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

Karen Piekarski

Karen Piekarski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.4 mi away

467 Laurel Branch Road, Vilas, NC

With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about guiding individuals on their journey to balance, mindfulness and joy. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations and addressing a wide range of mental health challenges. This journey has reinforced my belief that each person's path to well-being is unique and deserves a personalized approach.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Matthew Hartzog

Matthew Hartzog

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away

2208 U.S. 421, Boone, NC

“My approach is warm, collaborative, and holistic. I work to understand the full context of a client's life, including thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, and personal values.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues,

Holistic, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


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Dr. George Lindenfeld

Dr. George Lindenfeld

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person

22 South Center Street, Hickory, NC

“My primary focus is on bringing resiliency to a person's life enabling them to better cope with stressful circumstances.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Mullen

Nicole Mullen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2112 Arney Street, Lincolnton, NC

“I try to be personable, relatable, yet continue to be client-focused in sessions. I keep a judgement-free zone in sessions.”

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

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Ambrose Ukpebor

Ambrose Ukpebor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello, I’m Ambrose Ukpebor, DNP, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience supporting individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health challenges. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and have worked extensively in crisis and community mental health settings, helping individuals stabilize and move toward recovery. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on personalized treatment plans that may include medication management and supportive strategies. My goal is to create a safe, respectful space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered in your mental health journey.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Jaime Schmidt

Jaime Schmidt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My practice combines medication management and evidence-based psychiatric treatment with attention to the mind-body connection...”

Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Ross Greve

Ross Greve

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is to provide a warm, non-judgmental, and supportive space where we can work together as a team.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Lockey

Heather Lockey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a strengths-based approach, helping clients identify and use their strengths to meet their goals.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Shelton

Lisa Shelton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a safe, welcoming space where you can be yourself without fear of judgment.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Ashley Poole

Dr. Ashley Poole

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, practical, and results-driven—focused on helping you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and move forward with clarity and confidence.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Samantha Miller

Samantha Miller

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Please feel free to call me Sam. I'm originally from North Carolina and received my bachelor's degree in social work at Appalachian State. In 2022, I moved to Southwest Virginia and received my master's degree in social work from Radford University. Overall, I have 13 years of experience as a Social Worker in different capacities, including grief and loss, chronic illness, and burnout. My passion is working with adults and older adults navigating life changes.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Hiedi Gustin

Hiedi Gustin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that every person is the expert in their own life, and sometimes all we need is someone to truly listen, help clear our minds, and offer a fresh perspective.”

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

Creative, Empowering, Warm

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

Michael Dolan

Michael Dolan

Therapist

Virtual • Brevard, NC


“I successfully work with clients suffering a spectrum of debilitating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dimayquoaye Smith

Dr. Dimayquoaye Smith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that healing begins with feeling understood.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Ericka Jarvis

Ericka Jarvis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a therapist who believes that everyone deserves a place where they can slow down and be fully themselves without judgment.”

Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Sarah Consbruck

Sarah Consbruck

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Sarah brings a direct and trauma-informed approach to her sessions, ensuring that her clients feel understood and supported.”

Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues

Creative, Direct, Holistic

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

Melinda Barbour-Word

Melinda Barbour-Word

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My clients can expect a safe space to explore their struggles and triumphs, guided by hope and encouragement.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chad Redman

Chad Redman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a sanctuary of healing and growth. To help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”

Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction

Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Lee Trometer

Lee Trometer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I tend to keep our sessions on the looser side, not because I don't take your situation seriously, but because the looseness is part of the medicine.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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

Jacqueline Sabella

Jacqueline Sabella

Therapist

Virtual • Hampstead, NC


“I strive to create a safe, respectful environment where clients feel comfortable exploring challenges, strengthening their sense of self, and working toward meaningful, lasting progress.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Malee' Green

Malee' Green

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy works best when we work together to understand what is contributing to your distress while also recognizing the strengths you already possess.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

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

Natasha Salehani

Natasha Salehani

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My background as a Family Nurse Practitioner, combined with advanced psychiatric training, allows me to approach mental health care from both a medical and holistic perspective.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Kayla McEvoy

Kayla McEvoy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm also a United States Army Veteran with experience working directly with military members and their families.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Jessica Artis

Jessica Artis

Therapist

Virtual • Cary, NC


“Jessica's goal is to collaborate with you in finding solutions that align with your values and help you lead a more fulfilling life.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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,

Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Saphia Shaffie

Saphia Shaffie

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, mindfulness, and direct, solution-focused techniques.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Alston-Kelly

Cynthia Alston-Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My focus is to help you gain new insights, learn new skills, and achieve a sense of wellness, balance, and greater self-efficacy.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Allison DeJarnatt

Allison DeJarnatt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about mental health education and believe patients should feel informed, empowered, and confident in understanding both their treatment plan and prescribed medications.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Tiffany Sanders

Tiffany Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My deepest belief is that every person already carries resilience within them. My job is to help you find and build on what's already there.”

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

Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Cynthia (Quintana) Von Der Lehr

Cynthia (Quintana) Von Der Lehr

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I’m warm, but I won’t just nod along. I’ll be honest with you, kindly, and sometimes say the thing nobody else will.”

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

Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Zoe Karpee

Dr. Zoe Karpee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


"I Treat ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, or Burnout in North Carolina. I am Dr. Zoe Karpee, DNP, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Wellness Behavioral Health and Healing, PLLC. With over 17 years of dedicated healthcare experience, I provide comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care and holistic mental health services tailored for children, adolescents, and adults throughout all of North Carolina".

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

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

Patricia West

Patricia West

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Trish's approach to therapy centers on walking alongside her clients through their journey, one step at a time.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Summerlin

Mary Summerlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

415 Johnson Boulevard, Jacksonville, NC

“I am integrative in my approach to counseling and will use the interventions that will be most effective to address each difficulty that is presented.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Mutema Molongwe

Mutema Molongwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I value building genuine therapeutic relationships and believe that care is most effective when clients feel respected, informed, and actively involved in decisions about their treatment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittney Newton

Brittney Newton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about making mental healthcare accessible to everyone and being able to provide the skills needed to those in order to achieve a fulfilling and meaningful life.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care,

Challenging, Direct, Empowering

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

Lynn Bassett

Lynn Bassett

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I view our therapeutic relationship as the foundation of a positive outcome for you. I value establishing trust, genuineness, empathy and a safe place to share and heal.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Whitney McDonald

Whitney McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hey There! I'm Whitney, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey towards mental and emotional well-being. With of experience in the field, I bring a compassionate and non-judgmental approach to therapy.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Teresia Hood

Teresia Hood

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“My approach to the therapeutic process starts with You! Meeting you where you are while offering a nonjudgmental, supportive and empowering approach.”

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

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

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

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