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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Matthews, NC

Matthews residents with Aetna can now access talk therapy and medication management support through Headway. With over 2,846 licensed providers available and copays ranging from $0-$15, you can prioritize your mental health without financial stress.

Dr. Angela Seabrooks

Dr. Angela Seabrooks

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I aim to create a safe space for you to process through the challenges surfacing, while ensuring you feel heard and understood.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Kourtney Carter

Dr. Kourtney Carter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe mental health should be embraced, prioritized, and treated with the same importance as physical health.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bryana Berry

Bryana Berry

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m Bryana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in practical, results‐focused therapy for adults navigating anxiety, trauma, stress, and major life transitions. I’m certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), which allows me to provide structured, evidence‐based support for clients who want clear guidance and meaningful change.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bassey Kalu

Bassey Kalu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lumberton, NC


“I take a holistic and non-judgmental approach to help you feel comfortable; thereby enabling you to improve your life and achieve the goals that you have set for yourself.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Tovon Hamilton

Tovon Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I'm passionate about walking alongside individuals as they navigate life's transitions, heal from trauma, manage anxiety, and pursue emotional and spiritual wellness.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Donna Harvey

Donna Harvey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am known to be very warm and empathetic in engaging clients. I have the ability to create a nonjudgmental and trusting environment that most clients feel safe in discussing personal issues.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nanette Strang

Nanette Strang

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have 8 years of working with diverse individuals with Mental Health and Substance Abuse diagnosis in individual, couple, family, and group therapeutic settings.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Elizabeth Reed

Elizabeth Reed

Therapist

Virtual • Elizabeth City, NC


“I bring a warm, direct, and deeply experienced approach to therapy. I am an independently licensed clinical social worker and supervisor with more than 26 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationship stress, life...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Luis Garcia

Luis Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported. My goal is to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore life's challenges, gain insight, and develop practical tools to move toward lasting emotional wellness.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with experience providing psychotherapy to adults across a variety of settings, including outpatient private practice and senior living communities. I work with individuals (adolescents to seniors) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, chronic pain, relationship concerns, life transitions, and stress-related challenges.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Kathleen Quinn

Kathleen Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in general mental health, as well as infertility, pregnancy loss, premenstrual disorders, and perinatal or postpartum experiences.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Patrick Hefferan

Patrick Hefferan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have over 14 years of clinical experience in treating children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families using individual and family therapy.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sherri Brown

Sherri Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I built this practice for people who've been strong for a long time and are finally ready to put that weight down.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Anna Goodwin

Anna Goodwin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that the foundation to all therapy is to develop a trusting and non-judgemental relationship.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jarem Bagnato

Jarem Bagnato

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“There is no magic wand in therapy to cure a patient of everything that ails them, but with a strong therapeutic alliance I can help those who want to help themselves.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
David Newson

David Newson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in addiction recovery, substance use disorders, and behavioral addictions, including gambling and pornography.”
Aetna + 7 others
Men's issues, Substance use / addiction
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Amy Richardson

Amy Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Winnabow, NC


As a licensed clinical social worker, I believe that working towards solutions is key to finding happiness in life. I have been practicing for eight years mostly with children and families within the foster care system, but have recently focused on helping the adult and geriatric population who are struggling with making meaningful changes in their lives.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kasey Saunders

Kasey Saunders

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goals are to meet you where you are, listen to you, and to understand what you are wanting to accomplish from our time together.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marielle McDermott

Dr. Marielle McDermott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe mental health treatment is most effective when we look at the whole person—not just symptoms.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghann Roberts-Clawson

Meghann Roberts-Clawson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Sessions with me feel like a conversation, not a clinical exercise. You'll always feel heard, never judged.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
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.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Britt Boggs

Britt Boggs

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am compassionate, non-judgmental, and direct. I will use evidence-based techniques to support you in building coping skills.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Erin Gora

Erin Gora

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Erin Gora, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience supporting individuals and families through the challenges of aging, illness, caregiving, grief, and life transitions. Her background includes work in behavioral health, dementia care, palliative care, and medical social work across hospital, hospice, and community settings.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Abraham

Ashley Abraham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help clients feel understood, empowered, and supported as they move toward meaningful and lasting change.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Courtney Jost

Courtney Jost

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that the client is the expert on themselves. With that said, I intend to walk alongside you in your therapeutic journey.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Christopher Mullen

Christopher Mullen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Rice

Michelle Rice

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I focus on your individual needs by combining various concepts from diverse therapy models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Mindfulness.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Zierman

Christopher Zierman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my ability to listen to and understand the perspectives of my clients.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Tina Cooke

Tina Cooke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in building authentic, caring connections with my clients, empowering you to boost your confidence and effectively manage future stressors.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Gary Bailey

Dr. Gary Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Burlington, NC


“As a certified EQi- 2.0 professional, I am dedicated to equipping clients with the concrete tools they need to overcome life's challenges.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Michael Farley

Michael Farley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I like the approach of finding solutions and living a life aligned with one's values, rather than focusing on problems...”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Krempasky

Angela Krempasky

Therapist

Virtual • Forest City, NC


“I believe that prioritizing mental health is important to a person's wellbeing and can be a challenging, yet rewarding first step in that process.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jose Martinez

Jose Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe therapy begins with trust, respect, and a genuine human connection. I strive to create a warm and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves. Together, we can explore the challenges you are facing, recognize your strengths, and work toward meaningful changes that support your well-being and the life you want to build.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Nicholas Chamberlain

Nicholas Chamberlain

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in and enjoy working with children and adolescents struggling with defiance, conduct issues, trauma, and emotional difficulties.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Keel

Tara Keel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in helping individuals gain awareness and insight, encourage action, foster healing, cultivate change in their lives, and support them as they work towards desired outcomes.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Taylor Belton

Taylor Belton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a place where you can show up exactly as you are — without pressure or judgment — and have the space to sort through what's on your mind.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Gilda Suiter

Gilda Suiter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Gilda works from a solution focused and person-centered approach. Clients learn strategies to support them in moving forward.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Cratch

Jessica Cratch

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“In our first session together, we will get to know each other and discuss the presenting concern that led you to seek therapy.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Aleasha Mitchell

Aleasha Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, steady space where you can slow down, process honestly, and build practical tools for everyday life.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Alonda Callender

Alonda Callender

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a compassionate place for individuals to sort through whatever is keeping them from experiencing life's best.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.