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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 2,881 licensed providers across neighborhoods like Downtown Hickory and surrounding areas, with appointments available soon.

Stanley Williams

Stanley Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As a therapist, my goal is to create a space where individuals, teens, and couples feel safe, respected, and truly heard. Whether you're navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or just trying to find a clearer path forward—therapy can be a powerful place to reconnect with yourself and your goals.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Alandria Hunter

Alandria Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • High Point, NC


“I take a holistic and integrative approach that honors the connection between mind, body, and environment.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Jones

Brittany Jones

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My desire is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment to aid in facilitating change and growth. Whether you're going through a life transition or relational strain, anxiety or depression, my goal is to empower you to find the tools within yourself to initiate a positive transformation within your life and relationships. Let's focus on navigating and guiding you through the change process to cultivate a deeper self awareness to discover a more peaceful state of mind.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Nicholson

Laurie Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over 20 years of experience within the neurodiverse and autism spectrum community, I bring deep expertise and compassion to every session, fostering a space where you can truly thrive.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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.”
Aetna + 5 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Courtney Truesdale

Courtney Truesdale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative, respectful, and personalized, creating a space where you feel heard and supported.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Prairie Conlon

Prairie Conlon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and goal-oriented—we'll work together to understand what's keeping you stuck while building practical skills you can use in everyday life.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Kelly Rossi

Kelly Rossi

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a person-centered, holistic therapist dedicated to empowering you through a neuro-affirming, strength-based approach.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Cynthia Dupree

Cynthia Dupree

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I meet you where you are, and we build from there. That might mean unpacking the roots of an addiction that nobody in your life understands.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Andrea Bates

Andrea Bates

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'll be a consistent presence on your therapeutic journey. My goal is to always meet you where you are.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Melonie Tarlton

Melonie Tarlton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring a grounded, real-world approach to therapy, paired with a sometimes dark but always empathetic sense of humor.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Wilson

Steven Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Oak Ridge, NC


“I use an eclectic approach to therapy, applying different styles of counseling, including cognitive behavioral, person-centered, positive image, reality, rational emotive behavioral, and others to better assist his clients.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Obasi Amare

Obasi Amare

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a therapist, Obasi sees therapy as guided self-observation where he assists the client in editing their narrative.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Dr. Twonya Collins

Dr. Twonya Collins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As a mental health therapist, I practice in Virginia, Delaware, Florida, and North Carolina, specializing in grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, anger management, and stress associated with life transitions.

Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Carla Moore-McNeil

Carla Moore-McNeil

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strenghts that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Melvin Gaddy

Melvin Gaddy

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I use collaborative and relational approach to therapy and am an active participant in our sessions not just a listener taking notes.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Owen

Jessica Owen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My greatest strength as a provider is in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that fosters communication and a sense of belonging and safety.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Misty Bamberg

Misty Bamberg

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Misty strives to ensure that her client's therapeutic takeaways include the recognition of individual strengths, development of coping skills and the active seeking of personal growth and empowerment.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Elizabeth Sinclair

Elizabeth Sinclair

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“With 20 years of experience across school counseling and community mental health, I provide a warm, nonjudgmental environment tailored to your unique biology and history.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Demetria Buie

Dr. Demetria Buie

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a space where all parts of you are seen and honored, whether you're carrying generational wounds, navigating a major life transition, or seeking greater alignment in your personal or professional life.”
Aetna + 6 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Misty Humphries

Misty Humphries

Therapist

Virtual • Southport, NC


“I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a person-centered approach, helping clients identify unhelpful thought patterns while feeling deeply heard and respected.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Belich

Megan Belich

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm challenging that I hold you accountable to doing the work that it is necessary to get better but I'm affirming that you feel supported.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ruth Eslinger

Ruth Eslinger

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


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.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Gwenshaunjala Dobey

Gwenshaunjala Dobey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am direct in my approach but warm and caring. I currently use EMDR to address current and past concerns.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather MacLachlan

Heather MacLachlan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


“I come from a strength's perspective, empowering clients to believe in their highest potential, so they can believe in themselves and truly flourish.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
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.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Ty'Kia Brown

Ty'Kia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a holistic, tailored approach to therapy, focusing on the unique experiences and needs of each client.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Mary Troedson

Mary Troedson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


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.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Lutz

Jennifer Lutz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach blends evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with practical, real-life tools to help you feel more grounded, confident, and steady as you move toward meaningful change.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mary Whalen

Mary Whalen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and work with adults who want a supportive, reflective space to better understand themselves and navigate life’s challenges. I support clients experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, parenting challenges, and major life transitions.

I also bring extensive experience working with children and teens which provides a valuable perspective in my work with adults who are parents. I enjoy working with parents who want to better understand their children, strengthen connection and feel more confident navigating the often complicated demands of parenting.

I offer teletherapy to adults located in North Carolina.

Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Taylor Toothman

Taylor Toothman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped with practical tools for healing and growth.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Porsche Collins

Porsche Collins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you understand "you" as well as focus on developing your internal and external strengths.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allie Kirvin

Allie Kirvin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a welcoming, affirming space where you can feel truly heard, supported, and safe to be yourself.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Harley Strickland

Harley Strickland

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Reaching out can be hard and I am here to help begin the process of healing and being there to help us become a better you. My goal and desire is to help teach you and provide you the essentials to overcome your obstacles. When life gets overwhelming at times, we forget to take care of ourselves. Depression and anxiety does not have to be a part of your everyday life.

Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Hamidah Winston

Hamidah Winston

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide a safe space in which you can be heard, encouraged, and challenged throughout your journey.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LeAnn Nicole Williams

LeAnn Nicole Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I tailor each approach to your unique needs, working collaboratively with you to achieve your personal goals and enhance your overall well-being.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Claudio Barrientos

Claudio Barrientos

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I emphasize awareness—stepping back from automatic reactions and relating differently to difficult thoughts and feelings—while keeping our work action-oriented and aligned with your values and goals.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Surayyah James

Surayyah James

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


My name is Surayyah James, and I’m a board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatry. Every person’s story matters, and I’m here to listen, support, and guide you as you work toward greater understanding and peace of mind. My practice is rooted in compassion and respect, offering a thoughtful blend of medication management, therapy, and mindfulness—all tailored to what truly works for you

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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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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