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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Hickory, NC

Headway makes mental healthcare accessible across Hickory neighborhoods by working directly with your Cigna insurance to reduce costs. Average clients save 75% on sessions, with copays starting at $0, and many providers offer free initial consultations to find your ideal match.

Malori White-Jefferson

Malori White-Jefferson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a strengths-based approach that empowers clients to recognize their resilience and rise toward meaningful, satisfying lives.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Energetic, Open-minded
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!

Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candra Edwards

Candra Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Candra Edwards is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 12 years of mental health experience. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families identify, confront, and resolve unique challenges in order to live more fulfilling lives. Candra specializes in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, peri/postpartum health, and grief and loss.

Candra completed her Master's degree in Social Work at East Carolina University.

Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Amy Brown

Amy Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a proud LGBTQ+ ally who believes therapy can be both meaningful and a little bit human (yes, laughing is allowed).”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Shepherd

Jennifer Shepherd

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I engage clients through the seeking of solutions and recognizing how the client has been successful in the past.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Michael Trout

Michael Trout

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use an eclectic approach in using the best aspects from different therapy techniques and styles to meet each client's individual needs.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Jeff Helms

Jeff Helms

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to counseling is eclectic as I use more than one style using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Reality Therapy.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jourdan Brickey- Self Reclamation Therapist

Jourdan Brickey- Self Reclamation Therapist

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is eclectic and trauma-informed, grounded in clinical training from NCAT and lived experience within today's social and cultural pressures.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Kimberly Lewis

Kimberly Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My ultimate goal is to help you increase skills which will enable you to successfully manage your current and future challenges.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Townes

Rachel Townes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is both an art and a science; it is a privilege to work with individuals who are discovering their own unique strengths as they face challenges and foster resilience on their paths toward wellness.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Kisha L. Bowser

Kisha L. Bowser

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With a focus on trauma-informed care, I bring compassion, authenticity, and integrity to each session.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Zayman

Brian Zayman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have experienced that, no matter how serious or deep the problem is, if my client keeps their sessions, talks, and listens there is always hope.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Hogan

Jennifer Hogan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist. I specialize in complex trauma, especially within relationships and attachment. This means that most of my clients struggle with anxiety, shame, depression, low self-esteem, people-pleasing, codependency, disordered eating, attachments and communication. My niche is working with "cycle breakers" who are navigating how to get unstuck from learned patterns that are no longer serving them. They are often adult children of emotionally immature parents. Dysfunctional patterns often begin long before adulthood and can be rooted in painful family dynamics and/or generational trauma.

Cigna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Smith

Mark Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I work with clients to collaboratively create an open and safe environment where difficult thoughts and feelings can be shared, explored, and faced without fear of judgment.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Kerry Paksoy

Kerry Paksoy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I consider myself a specialist in adults with ADHD, work-life balance, substance use, anxiety, and depression.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Latoya James

Latoya James

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a special passion for supporting women through the unique challenges they experience across different stages of life.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ana Zuber

Ana Zuber

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a first-generation college graduate, bilingual and offering sessions in both English and Portuguese, neurodivergent, and lived-experience-informed therapist...”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elvin Peace

Dr. Elvin Peace

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Drawing inspiration from the enduring principles of stoicism, my approach focuses on harnessing every individual's inner strength.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Jessica Smith

Jessica Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I would consider myself warm and welcoming to my clients. Throughout the years my clients have told me that they feel comfortable and safe with me...”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Mercer-Brown

Kimberly Mercer-Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and a commitment to creating a safe nonjudgmental space where you can feel truly heard and understood.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Tresha Threet

Tresha Threet

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect to set their own goals and utilize their own voice to work toward overcoming their challenges.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Desirrae Anderson-Harris

Desirrae Anderson-Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Patients can expect a "Judgement free zone" when entering therapy. They can expect a skilled therapist who is open minded and supportive.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Wendi Watson

Wendi Watson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Zebulon, NC


“Clients can expect a supportive, collaborative, and goal-oriented approach in therapy sessions with you.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kyler Robbins

Kyler Robbins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I enjoy positive dialogue with my clients and expect that they will walk away with hope and the ability to feel as though they are in control of their lives.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Mary Nashed

Mary Nashed

Therapist

Virtual • Chapel Hill, NC


“I help the client by making them the best version of themselves. What clients can expect to take away from me is complete empathy while telling them what they need to hear.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Shureka Guinoo

Shureka Guinoo

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use Holistic approach, integrating various techniques like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness etc. to tailor our sessions to your needs.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mildred Tillman

Mildred Tillman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence‐based care that helps clients navigate emotional, relational, and spiritual challenges with confidence and clarity.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Charnel Pone

Charnel Pone

Therapist

Virtual • Holly Springs, NC


“My approach is collaborative and practical; we won't just talk about the 'why,' we'll focus on the 'how.'”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Angie Castillo

Angie Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Growing up speaking Spanish as my first language, I know firsthand how much it matters to be truly understood, not just the words, but the culture, the family dynamics, and the unspoken things that shape who we are.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jennifer Hockenberry

Jennifer Hockenberry

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My clients and colleagues have described my approach as collaborative, empowering, compassionate, and intuitive.”
Cigna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Kate Von Voigt

Kate Von Voigt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in treating adolescents and adults who suffer from depression, anxiety, or trauma-related issues.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanata Edwards

Shanata Edwards

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I believe everyone deserves a safe space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges without judgement.”
Cigna + 11 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beth Mills

Beth Mills

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My greatest strengths as a provider are my ability to listen carefully to issues, build trusting therapeutic relationships, help clients identify patterns, and promote self-awareness and lasting life change.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mary Hall

Mary Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“As someone who genuinely loves what I do every day and deeply cares about the success and well-being of my clients, I customize my sessions based on each individual's needs and provide compassionate, heart-centered care.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Claire Thombs

Claire Thombs

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I hope to offer space for you that is welcoming, empowering, and will help you to work towards creating the life that you desire to live.”
Cigna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kellie Grady

Kellie Grady

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My empathetic, curious, and at times, humorous approach, combined with my training, specialization, and experience, enables my work to be completely individualized.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues, OCD, PTSD
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Rikli

Heather Rikli

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize several treatment modalities to help achieve your goals. My primary approaches included Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, and Solution Focused therapies.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Chris Nolan

Chris Nolan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in supporting clients in making informed decisions by providing information, feedback and guided evaluation of choices so as to promote overall health and well-being.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Kathleen Gomes

Kathleen Gomes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in the inherent ability of a person to heal and make the changes that will help establish a full and meaningful life.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Daniel Simpkins

Daniel Simpkins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My philosophy is that our thoughts control our feelings and our feelings control our actions. When we can change our thinking to be more adaptive, we can become the best versions of ourselves.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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 Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — 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.