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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Matthews, NC

Access therapy with Cigna coverage in Matthews, where you can connect with 2,752 licensed providers for virtual or in-person sessions. With copays as low as $0-$25, Headway makes mental health care affordable while you focus on your wellness journey.

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.

Cigna + 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.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
James Wuwert

James Wuwert

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I specialize in evidence-based treatment for OCD, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Claire Thombs

Claire Thombs

Therapist

Virtual • Kings Mountain, NC


“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 + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Westin Gillis

Westin Gillis

Therapist

Virtual • Boone, NC


“I typically begin with an introductory session in which I both hear about your story and your reasons for seeking therapy.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Lashaunda Hanna

Lashaunda Hanna

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I operate from a Cognitive-Behavioral approach but I also utilize a multi-modal approach to counseling which is solution focused, holistic, and person-centered.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Chelsi Steen

Chelsi Steen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you feel seen, empowered, and equipped with tools to live a happier and fulfilling life.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Laura Tomaszewski

Laura Tomaszewski

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I consider myself open-minded and nonjudgmental; there is nothing that you can say that will shock me or make me think less of you as a person.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Eman Moustafa

Eman Moustafa

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Consider EMDR, a modality that uses the brain's natural processing genius to move through upsetting issues blocking your flow and happiness.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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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.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Tamieka Pennycooke

Tamieka Pennycooke

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and client-centered—I meet people where they are and honor their lived experiences.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
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

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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
Chelsea Korynta

Chelsea Korynta

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strongly believe that everyone deserves joy and fulfillment, no matter what hand you've been dealt.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Richardson

Felicia Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, insightful, and solution focused. I create a safe space where you can explore your life experiences...”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Hannah Jeanfreau

Hannah Jeanfreau

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and understood while we work together toward meaningful change.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Eboney Graham

Eboney Graham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Black female therapist, and I bring that lens to everything I do — especially for women who've felt like they have to translate themselves to be understood.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Clay-Wakefield

Katie Clay-Wakefield

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


I got my MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2009 and have since worked mostly in community mental health. I'm excited to move more fully into working with women in transitional spaces of life looking for support and validation about their desires and next steps. I also work with preschool age children in their homes or school to help behavioral and relationship issues.

Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Moore

Matthew Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Wake Forest, NC


I believe therapy is a collaborative process built on trust and transparency. My experience working in healthcare and in larger systems has only strengthened this belief. I look forward to joining you in your journey and supporting your growth.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzanne Dumas

Suzanne Dumas

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that we are gifted with brains that can heal from within. Holding space for that healing, I will walk with you every step of the way.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
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...”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Logan Ikenberry

Logan Ikenberry

Therapist

Virtual • Chapel Hill, NC


“I view therapy as a supportive and collaborative process where you feel truly seen, valued, and understood.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
William Jones

William Jones

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Vulnerability can be a scary thing and having an environment where you can be vulnerable and not be judged is important in the therapeutic setting.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Nellie Bellows

Nellie Bellows

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) with more than 13 years of experience in mental health and substance use treatment.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Humorous, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Travis Smeltzer

Travis Smeltzer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Travis's goal is to dig deep with you, helping you make connections, and release what no longer serves you.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nancy Bacher

Nancy Bacher

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is solution-focused and strength-based. Together, we would spend less time analyzing problems and more time identifying goals, building on existing strengths, and creating practical steps toward the life you want.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Eva Watts

Eva Watts

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to Therapy is eclectic, which means in plain language is that I use a variety of treatment approaches to reach my clients, no matter their situation or circumstance.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Elizabeth Patrick

Elizabeth Patrick

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in anxiety treatment and am passionate about helping clients break free from fear, self-doubt, and overthinking.”
Cigna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miya Buford

Miya Buford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is person-centered, culturally sensitive, and grounded in meeting you exactly where you are.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Roseline Nwadigo

Roseline Nwadigo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative and person-centered. We'll work together to identify your strengths, build resilience, and move toward meaningful growth.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandon Dill

Brandon Dill

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is grounded in client-centered therapy and integrates Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and somatic processing techniques.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Seawel

James Seawel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a personable, client-centered approach informed by evidence-based research to help clients reach their goals.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Richard Houseal

Richard Houseal

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My care approach is solution-oriented and short-term, but the results are aimed to be long-term through processing, reframing, and utilizing helpful and productive interventions.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Tamedra Biernacki

Tamedra Biernacki

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and that therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm

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Dr. Jill Calderon

Dr. Jill Calderon

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style of therapy is casual but direct. I believe in a holistic, collaborative style of therapy that allows the client to gain knowledge of their diagnoses...”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Janell Dickerson

Janell Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Welcome to the first step to your healing journey!

Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about coming home to yourself. If you’re ready to feel more grounded, more seen, and more aligned with who you really are, I’d be honored to walk that path with you.

I am passionate about helping people find clarity, healing, and a deeper connection to themselves. I work with adults and older adults navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, identity exploration, and life transitions—and I offer a space where you don’t have to hold it all alone. I was drawn to this work because of my own journey. Growing up, I often found myself holding space for others—listening deeply, asking questions, and offering comfort. Over time, I realized that being present with people in their pain, and witnessing their growth, was not just something I cared about—it was something I was meant to do. That sense of purpose continues to guide me today.

Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Carl Cogdell

Carl Cogdell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strongly feel that successful therapy is achieved primarily through the therapeutic relationship and this relationship is forged through trust and open honest communication.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Heather Parker

Heather Parker

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I love to learn and understand the people I meet with and assist them with creating a plan of care specific to their needs.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Ada Allaire

Ada Allaire

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! I’m Ada Allaire, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oregon and North Carolina. I earned my Master of Social Work degree with a certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Georgia. I’ve worked with adolescents, teens, and adults helping them manage anxiety, depression, phobias, school stressors, parenting stressors, and the challenges life throws our way! My background includes medical and community-based settings. I bring a warm, down-to-earth style with a little humor to make therapy feel approachable.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory

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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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