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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Knightdale, NC

Access mental health support in Knightdale through Headway's extensive network of UnitedHealthcare-in-network providers. Whether you're in downtown Knightdale or surrounding areas, find providers with open availability soon, with copays between $0-$30 and options for virtual or in-person sessions.

Stephanie Gooding

Stephanie Gooding

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can be honest, understood, and supported—not judged or told what you "should" do.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Kayla McEvoy

Kayla McEvoy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm also a United States Army Veteran with experience working directly with military members and their families.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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

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.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Alston-Kelly

Cynthia Alston-Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My focus is to help you gain new insights, learn new skills, and achieve a sense of wellness, balance, and greater self-efficacy.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Cynthia (Quintana) Von Der Lehr

Cynthia (Quintana) Von Der Lehr

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I’m warm, but I won’t just nod along. I’ll be honest with you, kindly, and sometimes say the thing nobody else will.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oladayo Farodoye

Oladayo Farodoye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care that addresses each individual's unique needs and promotes optimal mental health and overall well-being.”
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Lynn Bassett

Lynn Bassett

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I view our therapeutic relationship as the foundation of a positive outcome for you. I value establishing trust, genuineness, empathy and a safe place to share and heal.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Brillion Adams

Brillion Adams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a trans-identified Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to providing a deeply affirming, trauma-informed sanctuary for the LGBTQ+ community across North Carolina and Florida.”

ADD/ADHD, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Antonio Romaguera-Rodriguez

Dr. Antonio Romaguera-Rodriguez

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“In my 10 years of clinical practice I have been dedicated to working with adults who struggle with trauma, anxiety, or depression using evidenced based practices.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Harding

Kristin Harding

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have learned that being able to feel more at ease can allow our defenses to lower. As a result, life and relationships become more enjoyable.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

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

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.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

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.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Saundra Burleson

Saundra Burleson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe it's important to approach therapy with a sense of curiosity and wonder and enjoy incorporating humor and relaxation techniques into my sessions.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Randine Nadeau

Randine Nadeau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is that we are a team working toward reduced suffering using empathy, wisdom and hopefully grace.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

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

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

Crystal Scarborough

Crystal Scarborough

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“In my Practice I use a whole person/person centered approach through a holistic lens, while incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility,

Affirming, Creative, Holistic

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


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.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Challenging, Humorous, Warm

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

Kristina Mills-Gregory

Kristina Mills-Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Goals are specific to the individual, and we will set goals together. Each goal will be to work towards the overall goal of feeling better.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

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 United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ijeoma Nwokoro

Ijeoma Nwokoro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I see each patient as a whole person—not just a diagnosis—and I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space where they can openly share concerns.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Robert Pritz

Robert Pritz

Therapist

Virtual • Boone, NC


“You will experience the growth you desire. As your therapist, I will commit myself to align with you and your desired outcomes.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“Board-Certified PMHNP dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to patients.”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Jada Albright

Jada Albright

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in working with high-functioning people who may appear to have everything together on the outside, yet internally feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

John Dyson

John Dyson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that people have the power within themselves to create the change they are seeking in their lives.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive

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

Crystal Okafor

Crystal Okafor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is for patients to leave feeling relief and assurance they have a partner to walk through this journey with.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Stephanie Freeman

Stephanie Freeman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Dr. Shukairo Baker

Dr. Shukairo Baker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“My approach to providing care is holistic and client-centered, ensuring that each individual receives tailored support based on their unique needs.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Brittni Adekoya

Brittni Adekoya

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe healing is an ongoing journey that looks different for each individual. I invoke a holistic approach and utilize approaches based in psychodynamic theory, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques. As part of the therapeutic process, I want to build a brave space with you, and empower you through your healing journey.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

Dr. Omotunde Adeyemi

Dr. Omotunde Adeyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cary, NC


“My practice is rooted in holistic, patient-centered care, and I am deeply committed to partnering with clients on their journey toward wellness.”

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

Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Tarisha McCullen

Tarisha McCullen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I like a positive, strength based, and cognitive therapeutic approach that helps individuals navigate the challenges of life, promote healing and growth...”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Etta Faison

Etta Faison

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize a Holistic approach to wellness, helping others by empowering them to become a healthier version of themselves, using the mind, body, spirit approach.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Mashonda Waddell

Mashonda Waddell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in working with women navigating trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the pressures of balancing motherhood and professional life.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

David Newson

David Newson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“You look like you have it together on the outside, but internally, things feel increasingly out of control.”

Men's issues, Substance use / addiction

Creative, Direct, Empowering

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

Melecia Smikle

Melecia Smikle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I focus on creating a safe space where you feel heard and supported, and I use evidence-based treatment strategies...”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Krista Khalik

Krista Khalik

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered as we work together to improve your mental health and overall well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Shannon Perry-Smith

Shannon Perry-Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away

215 12th Street, Butner, NC

“I like to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to help with accessing what you make need and how you can get to where you want to be.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Cynthia Jones

Cynthia Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away

1415 West North Carolina 54, Durham, NC

“Clients can expect to come away from the first session with a sense of hope and skills to start on the first steps of their own wellness path.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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

William Lehrer

William Lehrer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away

1415 West North Carolina 54, Durham, NC

“I specialize in a variety of issues including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Depression, and Anxiety.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

Crystal Sterling

Crystal Sterling

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away

711 Iredell Street, Durham, NC

I have 19 years of experience as a fully licensed therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and 25 years of social work experience


I have a passion working with children, adolescents, adults, and families and am skilled in the application of therapeutic interventions across a number of settings (i.e. schools, community mental health, social services, medical/hospital/PDC [Private Diagnostic Clinic], and private practice).


Trained in treating ODD, CD, ADHD, PTSD, Anger, Anxiety/Panic Attacks, Bereavement, Complex Trauma, Depression, Eating Disorders, Mood Disorders, Stress, and Personality Disorders (particularly Antisocial and Borderline)


I use intervention techniques such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Trauma Focused included), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Crisis Intervention


I am an alumna of North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

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

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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 United Healthcare plan

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