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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Hickory, NC

Hickory residents with Aetna coverage can find therapists on Headway starting at $0-$10 copays per session. Choose from 2,835 licensed providers across neighborhoods like Downtown Hickory and surrounding areas, with appointments available soon.

Dr. George Lindenfeld

Dr. George Lindenfeld

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Di Natale

Melissa Di Natale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away

1939 Tate Boulevard Southeast, Hickory, NC

“She views patients as active participants in their healthcare journey, fostering open communication and mutual respect.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Donna Carver

Donna Carver

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away

1939 Tate Boulevard Southeast, Hickory, NC

“I pride myself on using a person centered approach. Everyone is different and responds to situations and treatment differently.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Colleen Collins

Colleen Collins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away

715 Fairgrove Church Road Southeast, Conover, NC

“I use a Person-Centered approach to therapy, which means we'll take time to build a trusting relationship...”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Direct, Humorous, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charles Orwig

Charles Orwig

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away

715 Fairgrove Church Road Southeast, Conover, NC

My name is Charles, and I focus on Couples Counseling, and helping individuals, and couples heal from betrayal, infidelity, porn, and sex addiction. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable being yourself. I'm a Navy veteran, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and someone who genuinely enjoys helping people navigate life's challenges. My style is down-to-earth, compassionate, and straightforward. I bring warmth, humor when appropriate, and honest conversations into our sessions.


I'm not the type of therapist who simply sits back and listens without engaging. I'll ask questions, offer feedback, challenge you when needed, and celebrate your progress along the way. I believe in meeting people where they are, without judgment, while helping them move toward where they want to be. Above all, I want you to feel that you're working with a real person who genuinely cares about you and your growth.


Are you struggling with broken trust, disconnection, repeated conflict, or the impact of secrecy and betrayal? Healing is possible. Together, we can work toward understanding what happened, rebuilding emotional safety and trust, strengthening connection, and creating a healthier relationship and more meaningful life.

Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD,

Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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

Julie Dollar

Julie Dollar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away

4170 Lb Propst Drive, Conover, NC

“My goal is to help you thrive in life and live the life you want. To help you unpack any baggage that is holding you back from living your best life.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Nicole Mullen

Nicole Mullen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away

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 Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jessie Gogg

Jessie Gogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away

2485 North Carolina 16 Business, 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.

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

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roxanne Hutchinson

Roxanne Hutchinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1251 Arrow Pine Drive, Charlotte, NC

“I believe change is a process that happens one step at a time. My approach is practical, collaborative, and tailored to where you are today.”

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

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

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

Christopher Mckillop

Christopher Mckillop

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their challenges and develop meaningful coping skills.”

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

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Cynthia McFadden

Dr. Cynthia McFadden

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, collaborative, and empowering — I'm here to listen without judgment and help you find real strategies for lasting change and peace of mind.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Cassetta Scott

Cassetta Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“As a mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience, I have helped both children and adults reframe their perspectives...”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

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

Rachael Luscombe

Rachael Luscombe

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic style is strengths based and solution focused, providing a safe and non-judgmental environment for children, teenagers, and adults alike.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Rudolph

Michelle Rudolph

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe place where you can be fully yourself while working toward real change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Direct, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Shurna Rabsatt

Shurna Rabsatt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about empowering people to find their inner strength and build healthier more fulfilling lives.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

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

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.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Doris Morgan

Doris Morgan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is collaborative, calm, and direct. I prioritize creating a space where clients feel heard and respected...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

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

Dr. Rosa Howard

Dr. Rosa Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


“I am a very understanding, positive and down to earth bilingual (English/Spanish) individual that will collaborate with you in your journey.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

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

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monique Barrett

Monique Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Erica Daniels

Erica Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes at your own pace.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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,

Eboney Graham

Eboney Graham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Black female therapist, and I bring that lens to everything I do — especially for women who've felt like they have to translate themselves to be understood.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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,

Kendra Hamman

Kendra Hamman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Im Kendra, I have a bachelors in fine art, and I received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2022. I draw on four years of working in community mental health with folks recovering from substance abuse and behaviors that no longer helpful or are directly harming relationships and mental health. I have lived experience with recovery and loving people struggling with addiction. I have been described as a warm, curious, compassionate, and empowering counselor. I offer trauma‐informed care that is inclusive to all humans, healing happens when you can show up as your authentic and full self!

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

Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Jasmine Gordon

Jasmine Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in meeting people where they are. I strive to build a therapeutic relationship with my clients while earning their trust along the way.”

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

Creative, Direct, Empowering

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Kirk

Michael Kirk

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


You don’t have to stay stuck in survival mode. Let's rebuild from the inside out! As a therapist, I work with men, teens, and couples who are tired of carrying pain alone — the kind that doesn’t always show on the outside. Whether it’s the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, or the pressure to keep everything together, I help clients slow down, make sense of what’s happening inside, and start building a life that feels calmer, stronger, and more intentiona

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Tammy Hamann

Tammy Hamann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2022 Fayetteville Road, Rockingham, NC

“I believe in creating a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard. My approach is rooted in person-centered therapy, emphasizing empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Veronica Cox

Veronica Cox

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of effective counseling, and I strive to create a supportive environment where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and achieve personal growth.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Megan Mikus

Megan Mikus

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a place where you can be honest without having to perform, defend, or have everything figured out.”

Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder

Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Jean Truesdale

Jean Truesdale

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


If you have been carrying something heavy, whether it is anxiety, grief, a substance use struggle, or the weight of a relationship that has felt unsafe, you deserve a space where you can set it down without judgment. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW from Walden University and years of experience in trauma, domestic violence, mental health, and substance use. I am genuinely warm, open-minded, and I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, help you reconnect with the strengths you already have, and build practical tools for real and lasting change. Whoever you are and wherever you are starting from, you are welcome here.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Demetria Quinn

Demetria Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work with children, adolescents, and their families to help rebuild rapport after family ruptures and to understand the link between childhood trauma and development.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Challenging, Humorous, Warm

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

Keisha Moss-Betteridge

Keisha Moss-Betteridge

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I practice an active, participatory style of therapy—you are the expert on your life story, and I am your collaborative partner.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues,

Humorous, Participatory, Warm

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

Dishonda Hopkins

Dishonda Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


With over a decade of experience, I offer tailored therapy for diverse challenges: Disruptive Behavior, Parental Stress, LGBTQIA Support, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Relationships, Grief, Life Transitions, BIPOC Concerns, and Personal Growth. I use a holistic approach integrating Trauma-Informed Care, CBT, and Behavior Therapy. Let's work towards healing and growth together!

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

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


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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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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