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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.

Erica Wilkerson

Erica Wilkerson

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I strive to create a safe, collaborative space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal, grow, and thrive.”

Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Stress management,

Affirming, Direct, Participatory

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

Dr. Latasha Mcilwaine

Dr. Latasha Mcilwaine

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have years experience using CBT. Focusing on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to improve mental health and overall well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

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

Kristin Hammond

Kristin Hammond

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I have a passion for working with people who struggle with chronic illness due to my own experiences with MS.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Rachel Rosenthal

Rachel Rosenthal

Therapist

Virtual • Brevard, NC


“I aim to be a steady light in the darkest hours, guiding individuals toward healing, balance, and renewed hope.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Asma Abu-Dahab

Asma Abu-Dahab

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My passion is about empowering individuals to live their best lives while working to normalize and decolonize mental health.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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


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Brittni Petersen

Brittni Petersen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a holistic approach to treatment one that views each individual as a whole, interconnected system.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sofia Romanowski

Sofia Romanowski

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I like to combine evidenced-based practices with holistic approaches to help others enhance the quality of their lives.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

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

James Hanrahan

James Hanrahan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work with adults with the goal of aligning values with actions. I also have extensive experience helping veterans, first-responders, and athletes navigate through PTSD, anger management, anxiety, depression, and male victims of sexual assault.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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

Chinenye Ikeme

Chinenye Ikeme

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide a warm, engaging and supportive psychological atmosphere for my clients to process their concerns.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Lauren Lalchand

Lauren Lalchand

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I believe that working as a team is an incredible way to help my clients achieve their goals and live the life they have always hoped for.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Christopher McGinn

Christopher McGinn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has direct experience with adults managing issues with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and life issues.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Michelle Bell

Michelle Bell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, heard, and genuinely supported. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment where clients can show up as their authentic selves. My approach is compassionate, direct when needed, and focused on helping clients build practical tools for everyday life while also exploring deeper emotional patterns and experiences.

I enjoy working with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, stress, identity exploration, and emotional overwhelm. I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC clients and creating an affirming therapeutic space where clients feel respected and understood.

I understand that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and my goal is to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward healing, clarity, and meaningful growth.

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

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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


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Anita Mohanty-Barnes

Anita Mohanty-Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My role is to collaborate with you on creating treatment goals and developing interventions that focus on building on your strengths...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Yolanda Cranford

Yolanda Cranford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm here to meet you exactly where you are—with respect, compassion, and a judgment-free space for you to express your thoughts and feelings.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues,

Affirming, Holistic, Humorous

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Byrne

Christopher Byrne

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I believe that the deepest healing happens when therapy is rooted in connection, empathy, and compassion...”

Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oscar,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Millan

Pamela Millan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I understand how difficult that choice can be. Please know that I am committed to making this as comfortable and non-threatening as I can.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Creative, Empowering

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

Chaney Landgraf

Chaney Landgraf

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

704 Cromwell Drive, Greenville, NC

“I am dedicated to getting to know you, your background, and your needs to create a custom plan to help you meet your health goals.”

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

Creative, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

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

Monica Valencia Echeverri

Monica Valencia Echeverri

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Monica employs an integrative approach that blends evidence based techniques with a person centered perspective.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Liz Minnich

Liz Minnich

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“We do more than just talking about your week. If you're ready to stop overthinking, overanalyzing, and over-functioning, I want to help you get there.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

LinTiya McCleary

LinTiya McCleary

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am LinTiya McCleary, your mental health counselor. I am a whole health advocate and I believe in order to achieve whole health, you must have a healthy mind. I value helping people to become the best version of themselves.

I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment, where you can openly express yourself. I am a "people first" counselor where I offer a space for you to be you no matter your beliefs. I am compassionate about helping people and promoting mental well-being.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Ashley Cunningham

Ashley Cunningham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“We will delve deeply into the issues during our initial session and collaborate to create a treatment plan.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Frances Patton

Frances Patton

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“My training in Gottman Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy gives me wisdom to understand what happens between relationship partners, and also in individuals.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

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

Michele McGrane

Michele McGrane

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where clients can feel understood and empowered to work through life's challenges.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Jeremiah Hopes

Jeremiah Hopes

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“My approach is structured, practical, and focused on results. We identify patterns, improve communication, and build tools you can use immediately in your daily life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taij Johnson

Taij Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“My approach is very client centered. I make every effort to meet the individuals that I counsel where they are...”

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

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Katasha Jarrin

Katasha Jarrin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


“I firmly believe that addressing mental health is a collective effort, involving not only the individual but also their support system.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Stacia Crick-Brommel

Stacia Crick-Brommel

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“Because my therapy is process driven, I help patients learn to let go of control, be in the moment and increase their ability to accurately identify and express feelings as a way to let go and move forward in emotionally healthier ways.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

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

Christopher Mullen

Christopher Mullen

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I personally have overcome many challenges in life including addiction, relationship issues, abuse, and trauma and I have dedicated my life to helping others.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marissa Cox

Marissa Cox

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues,

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

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

Reshana Dupree

Reshana Dupree

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wake Forest, NC


“I use a holistic, patient centered approach to ensure each individuals needs are met in the best way possible.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Dr. Lorna Samwed

Dr. Lorna Samwed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a client-centered and intergrative approach to support clients in fostering lastimg positive change to improve their quality of life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Ronald Whicker

Ronald Whicker

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goals for every client interaction are for you to feel: heard, respected, and validated as a person.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fungisai Chanakira

Fungisai Chanakira

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My background is in Biology, Health Promotion and Mental Health. As I approached my 30th birthday, I pledged to be free in ALL areas of my life which then spawned the journey of exploring the connection between spirituality and sexuality and I haven't looked back since!

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss,

Creative, Holistic, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shalene Pierce

Shalene Pierce

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I approach therapeutic work with a strength based lens. I believe in an honest, direct, and nuturing approach.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues,

Direct, Humorous, Warm

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

Ashley Lanier

Ashley Lanier

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“A client can expect to get tools to help cope with life stressors. I spend time exploring cause for current problems and forming solutions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna,

Vatara Scott

Vatara Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Cary, NC


“I believe our relationship is essential to your growth and value creating a strong therapeutic alliance so that you feel comfortable and fully supported in your journey.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hillary Stevens

Hillary Stevens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

206 North 4th Street, Wilmington, NC

“I approach therapy with a goal of improving your here and now, while taking into account the experiences and moments that make up your past.”

Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Stress management,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

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

Lisa McShane Lloyd

Lisa McShane Lloyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

108 North Franklin Street, Madison, NC

I am professional, compassionate, empathetic, and honest.

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

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Jenifer Shadrick

Jenifer Shadrick

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Throughout the counseling process, we will work together building a trusting therapeutic relationship as we identify, explore, and overcome personal barriers and challenges.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tenishia Santiago

Tenishia Santiago

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“Tenishia is a retired Navy Veteran, Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, that specializes in attention difficulties, mood challenges, anxiety, psychosis, personality disorders, sleep, OCD, military issues, and trauma.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Holistic

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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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.

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