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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Cary, NC

Find Aetna-covered mental healthcare in Cary with Headway's network of 2,886 licensed providers. Sessions start at $0-$25 per copay with flexible in-person and virtual options available within two weeks.

Lori Harrison

Lori Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and collaborative, with a focus on creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Teal Garvin

Teal Garvin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“I believe in assisting client in getting to the solution which can be found through facilitating a process of self-discovery.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Tina Scandul

Tina Scandul

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Grounded in empathy and collaboration, our sessions will be a safe space for you to explore your history, values, and aspirations without fear of judgment.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Juliana Mutua

Dr. Juliana Mutua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My journey started when i was a floor nurse in a teenager psychiatric word, after working over there for 5 years i decided to go back to school for my masters and got my PMHNP and after that completed my Doctorate.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Wade Caldwell

Wade Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I take a warm, empathetic, and direct approach to working my clients. I believe that people can be incredibly resilient when they put their minds to it. Together, we can tap into your potential to strengthen your competence and tackle your goals. I will fight for you to rid yourself of unhelpful patterns and narrow the gap to the life you desire.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Sadia Upright

Dr. Sadia Upright

Therapist

Virtual • Mooresville, NC


“My style is warm, energetic, collaborative, and refreshingly human—you can expect compassion and humor, but also honest conversations that help you move forward.”
Aetna + 5 others
Family issues, PTSD, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Jessie Gogg

Jessie Gogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Denver, NC


I am a LCSW and certified parent coordinator. I have been working in mental health since 2011.

I like to work with many different populations, but I have a lot of experiences with coercive control dynamics, teenagers, ADHD, Mood and Anxiety disorders and family divorce and blended family dynamics.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meagan Hensley

Meagan Hensley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a safe and collaborative space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Richzer Vincent Villamor

Richzer Vincent Villamor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I approach therapy and medication management with respect, curiosity, and a deep belief in the resilience of the human spirit.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Felicia N. Holman-Reid

Felicia N. Holman-Reid

Therapist

Virtual • Rutherfordton, NC


“I consider myself as a guide in a client's journey of learning about themself more, having improved interactions with others, and having a better grasp on life.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Marissa Cox

Marissa Cox

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Patience Ebini

Patience Ebini

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed, with a focus on helping clients understand their experiences, build resilience, and develop practical tools for meaningful change.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Shalana Keel

Shalana Keel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a board-certified Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of healthcare experience, I provide individualized care that combines evidence-based medication management with a compassionate, whole-person approach.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Monique Barrett

Monique Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kandace Koontz Perryman

Kandace Koontz Perryman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • High Point, NC


“I believe that the answers are all right there inside of us but we often have so much piled on top it is hard to find them.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Ashley Cunningham

Ashley Cunningham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“We will delve deeply into the issues during our initial session and collaborate to create a treatment plan.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Camellia Douglas

Camellia Douglas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with several years of experience and I specialize in treating young adults, adults, and seniors. My clinical background has afforded me the fulfilling opportunity to support the mental wellness of individuals from all backgrounds. I believe in evidence-based treatment- I specialize in interventional modalities, and I now conduct Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for depression in our Charlotte office.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Nelson

Jennifer Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I consider myself as a client-centered therapist, who believes in the health and wellness of the whole person and honoring autonomy.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Dr. Janet White

Dr. Janet White

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Janet is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Masters Addiction Counselor, National Certified Addiction Counselor II, NC: Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, International Clinical Certified Counselor, Supervisor, ICCS, NC/SC: Clinical Supervisor. and NC/SC: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor/Supervisor.

She has worked over 20 years with the population who has Substance use issues, chronic homelessness, mental health, medical, and behavioral issues. In addition, I serve the Faith based community, Christian counseling.

She is currently working with adults, couples and families. However my qualifications are in the area of adolescents, and adults; individuals, couples and family counseling; population of HIV/AIDS, Substance Use, Mental Health, Veterans issues, College students, Employee Assistance, and Trauma clients. In supervision, she qualified to supervise LPCs in North Carolina and South Carolina, as well as, SUD: LCASs, and CCSs in North Carolina and CCSs and CADCs in South Carolina.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Amy Cooper

Amy Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a soft place for hard conversations, a judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are and simply be human.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Jean Rafferty

Jean Rafferty

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I'm Jean, an LCSW-R with over 20 years experience helping adults and couples with anxiety, relationship issues and life changes. I provide a supportive dialogue to foster healing and growth, giving you practical tools for lasting confidence and self actualization.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fatmata Fofanah

Fatmata Fofanah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a holistic, patient-centered approach that considers not just symptoms, but the whole person—including physical health, environment, culture, and personal goals.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Bukola Adegbola

Bukola Adegbola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Yolanda Dandridge

Yolanda Dandridge

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I work from a body-based, movement lead and culturally rooted perspective that honors your lived experience, family story, and the communities you belong to.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Winter Albohaire

Winter Albohaire

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am here to provide a non-judgmental and safe space that guides you towards improved mental wellness.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Walter Adigwe

Walter Adigwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over two decades of experience in both critical care and psychiatric settings, I've learned the importance of treating the whole person—not just the diagnosis...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Sakiya Darden

Sakiya Darden

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, values and empowered.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Haley Moore

Haley Moore

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have experience with many different types of therapy models, and we will work together to determine what makes the most sense for you individually.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gladys Darden

Gladys Darden

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapy approach is to empower those I serve by helping them heal through supportive therapeutic services.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Wickham

Holly Wickham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My personal experience, as someone in recovery and who has been through my own therapy journey, combined with my breadth of professional experience helps me understand how mental health plays a role in all aspects of our lives.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Nicole Bembry-Elliott

Nicole Bembry-Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where you can be honest, explore your experiences, recognize your strengths, and work toward meaningful change.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Luke Hayslip

Luke Hayslip

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I'm Luke. I work with burned-out professionals, neurodivergent adults, LGBTQIA+ folx, and people navigating anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges — including healthcare workers and educators who spend their days caring for others but rarely turn that care inward. I use a trauma-informed, psychodynamic approach and bring my own lived experience as a queer and neurodivergent person to the work. I'm well-versed in non-monogamy, polyamory, and kink dynamics, and welcome clients who don't fit the mold of traditional therapy. I own and operate Radiant Waves Counseling and am licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Texas.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bethany Wilcox

Bethany Wilcox

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I specialize in helping courageous people process deep emotions and get through grief while finding purpose in life.”
Aetna + 16 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Barbara Darby

Barbara Darby

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I understand the unique challenges of military life, including deployments, transitions, trauma, reintegration, and substance use.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Jarem Bagnato

Jarem Bagnato

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“There is no magic wand in therapy to cure a patient of everything that ails them, but with a strong therapeutic alliance I can help those who want to help themselves.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Amanda Leggett

Amanda Leggett

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Every journey begins with connection. My approach is grounded in creating a safe, supportive space where healing and growth can flourish.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawanna Moore

Shawanna Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kernersville, NC


NOW ACCEPTING AND SERVING CHILDREN!! Have you ever felt lost or lonely while in a familiar or crowed place? Life throws many surprises at us, and while we cannot predict the outcome of any situation, we can take control of how we respond to certain situations. I first developed a passion for therapy when I hit a roadblock in my own life and was struggling to move past it. I specialize in helping people identify and achieve their personal goals by coping with the issues that are causing them distress, anxiety, and discomfort.


Unfortunately, life doesn't always allow us to be the best version of ourselves. With my help, you'll learn about acceptance and how to exert your power of choice over whatever life may throw at you. I take great pride in the progress and success of my clients.


My job is to give you the tools and techniques to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. After several sessions, you will become well-versed at handling issues whenever and wherever they arise. Let's work together to put your life back in focus. I look forward to working with you.

Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Marie Francis

Marie Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Jacksonville, NC


“I believe the stories we tell ourselves can either propel us toward solutions or keep us stuck in the problem.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monika Pursell

Monika Pursell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My specialties include complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and issues related to low self-worth and esteem.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.