Find a therapist in Chapel Hill, NC — covered by insurance


Top therapists in Chapel Hill, NC accepting new patients
Mental health care in Chapel Hill is accessible through Headway, serving neighborhoods including Carrboro, Downtown, and University areas. With 2,980 licensed providers and 70+ insurance plans accepted, patients save an average of 75% on sessions while finding the right fit for their needs.
Hi, I’m Shanice! I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor who believes therapy should be a space where you can feel heard, supported, and comfortable being yourself.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, and other experiences that can make life feel overwhelming. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices while recognizing that therapy is never one-size-fits-all.
For clients who desire it, I also offer faith-integrated counseling that creates space for Christian faith and biblical principles to be meaningfully incorporated into the therapeutic process.
An experienced LCSW, Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and educator, Sherry Smith provides holistic, logical and solution focused techniques to get you feeling better about your circumstances while facilitating solution focused methods proven to help.
If you are truly ready to feel better, and if you are truly ready for change, Sherry Smith is the therapist for you.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina with 10 years of professional work experience in both private practice and the hospital inpatient setting. I have experience in helping clients with stress, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, adolescent issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
I help people build better relationships with God, self and others. I have a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling. I have over 30 years experience in the field. I have been licensed for 12 years. I have worked with ages 4 - 104. My specialty areas are Christian Counseling, relationship counseling, self-esteem, anxiety, mild depression, adjustment to life challenges, grief/loss, marital, pre-marital, communication and parenting. I have been married with children for 37 plus years.
I know how hard it is to learn to talk about difficult things. That made me want to help others learn to do the same. I started by volunteering at rape crisis and domestic violence shelters. When I was at these places I did outreach in the community and ran support groups for both. For a time, I took rape crisis hospital calls to support people who had come in for sexual assault exams. This work that taught me to be comfortable talking about anything, at any time, with anyone. I have worked with all types of individuals from ages 12 and up. My first Masters was an intensive dive into Human Rights. My second Masters was in Counseling so I could work with individuals to help them beyond the crisis moments. My passion is to help people progress towards healing.
I believe that meaningful change starts with feeling truly seen and understood. I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges and stress. My approach is warm, humorous, collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices. Together, we will create a space where you can safely explore what's going on beneath the surface, build insight and develop practical tools to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety. depression, trauma, and disconnect in their relationships. I am a trauma focused clinician and work to meet clients where they are in their mental health journey.
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.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over three years of outpatient therapy experience who works with teens and adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I also have experience working with OCD and neurodivergence. I believe therapy should feel supportive, practical, and tailored to you. Reaching out can be the hardest part, so I’m really glad you’re here. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and able to handle what life throws your way.
Hello! My name is Jenna Aiken. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I work with clients in North Carolina via telehealth. I have a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a certificate in Addiction Counseling. I have an undergraduate degree in Psychology. My professional work experience includes private counseling practice, emergency department crisis assessment, community mental health, substance abuse treatment, and domestic violence prevention.
I focus my work on supporting mothers during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. I am currently in a certification program to increase my education around postpartum mental wellness. Since becoming a mother myself, I have come to believe that supporting mothers is vital to helping build healthy families, thriving communities, and a better world.
- Are you tired of just surviving each day?
- Feeling stuck and unable to escape the pain, dysfunction and trauma of your past?
- Awake all night and can’t shut off your racing thoughts?
- Are you struggling under the weight of imposter syndrome, social anxiety, the regrets of yesterday and anxiety about the future?
- Have you experienced loss and are having trouble letting go?
- Want to overcome the perfectionism, procrastination, paralysis cycle?
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Chapel Hill, NC



- 95%Anxiety
- 91%Depression
- 77%Stress management
- 75%Relationship issues
- 68%Trauma

- 93%Aetna
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 84%Cigna
- 73%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
- 66%United Healthcare

- 93%English
- 5%Spanish
- 2%American Sign Language
- 2%French
- 2%German

- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only

- 68%Woman
- 27%Man
- 5%Non-binary

- 41%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 32%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- 7%Licensed Psychologist
- 7%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Substance Use Disorder

- 95%Individual therapy
- 30%Family therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions


Find the right therapist for you
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 Chapel Hill
Searching for therapists in Chapel Hill starts with finding someone whose training fits what you want support with. People often look for therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, trauma, or work stress. As you compare Chapel Hill therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and experience with your concerns. A therapist’s bio can help you understand how they work, what sessions may feel like, and whether their approach matches what you’re looking for.
Chapel Hill is a smaller city, so the number of nearby in-person therapists may vary by location, schedule, and specialty. If you are also open to virtual care, you may see more options across North Carolina while still working with a licensed therapist. You can narrow your search by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before booking can also help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and practical details like scheduling.
Therapy in Chapel Hill can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your needs, check your insurance, view estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose from available virtual or in-person appointments. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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