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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Sanford, NC

Access mental health support in Sanford with Aetna coverage through Headway's network of 2,811 licensed providers. With copays as low as $0-$20 per session, you can focus on your care while we handle the insurance details. Flexible virtual and in-person sessions available with providers who have openings within two weeks.

Sara Giles

Sara Giles

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Well, Hello There - I’m Sara, a Licensed Therapist with over 17 years of direct clinical experience helping people navigate life’s most difficult chapters.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Erin Gora

Erin Gora

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing starts with feeling truly seen. You won't find judgment here — just a calm, warm space to be honest about what you're carrying.”

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

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Davis

Melissa Davis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe people already carry a lot of wisdom within them, and therapy is a place to uncover it together.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Jenny Betancourt

Jenny Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I use evidence-based methods like CBT and solution-focused therapy, but I tailor each session to you, because no two people are the same.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Michaela Wik

Michaela Wik

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a welcoming, supportive space where clients feel safe being fully themselves without fear of judgment.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues,

Affirming, Challenging, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Kirsten Dillon

Dr. Kirsten Dillon

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a licensed clinical psychologist with many years of experience treating PTSD and helping people recover from traumatic experiences.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Etheridge

Chelsea Etheridge

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, NC


“I use guided meditation and art activities to help prepare our minds to enter the safe space of therapy and regulate in order to end therapy and enter back into daily life.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Creative, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Darlene Anderson

Dr. Darlene Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am Dr. Darlene Anderson, A Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the state of North Carolina, a Nationally Recognized Board Certified Counselor (NCC), and an approved Supervisor for Virginia Board of Counselor residents. I have worked with clients through various issues and concerns, which includes depression, anxiety, substance issues, low self esteem, relationship issues, family conflict, codependency issues, trauma, stress, grief and loss, and life transitions.

I have 30 years of experience working with young adults, individuals, couples, and families in various settings such as community mental health facilities, home, schools, hospitals, detention centers, and private practice. I graduated with my bachelors degree from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, my masters degree in Counseling from the University of the District of Columbia in Washington, DC, and my doctorate degree in Social Work from Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland.

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

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Allison Gould

Allison Gould

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am direct, honest, compassionate, and empathetic. I enjoy working with clients on taking a collaborative approach in reaching therapeutic goals.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wayne Alston

Wayne Alston

Therapist

Virtual • Greenville, NC


“My approach is warm and direct. I'll listen closely, challenge you when it helps, and adjust to what you actually need — not what the textbook says you should.”

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

Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Saralynn Brown

Saralynn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe each person is the expert in their own life, and my role is to collaborate with you to identify your goals, recognize your existing strengths, and develop practical tools to support growth and healing.”

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

Affirming, Challenging, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Mikus

Megan Mikus

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a place where you can be honest without having to perform, defend, or have everything figured out.”

Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder

Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Keisha Moss-Betteridge

Keisha Moss-Betteridge

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I practice an active, participatory style of therapy—you are the expert on your life story, and I am your collaborative partner.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues,

Humorous, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

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 Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Jean Truesdale

Jean Truesdale

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


If you have been carrying something heavy, whether it is anxiety, grief, a substance use struggle, or the weight of a relationship that has felt unsafe, you deserve a space where you can set it down without judgment. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW from Walden University and years of experience in trauma, domestic violence, mental health, and substance use. I am genuinely warm, open-minded, and I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, help you reconnect with the strengths you already have, and build practical tools for real and lasting change. Whoever you are and wherever you are starting from, you are welcome here.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Tara Cantrell

Tara Cantrell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is solution-focused and goal-oriented, helping you identify practical steps that create meaningful and lasting change.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Jasmine Gordon

Jasmine Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in meeting people where they are. I strive to build a therapeutic relationship with my clients while earning their trust along the way.”

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

Creative, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Bell

Christine Bell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I help adults and adolescents work through anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relational stress using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Direct, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffrey Frye

Jeffrey Frye

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, respected, and accepted for who you are.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Cox

Veronica Cox

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of effective counseling, and I strive to create a supportive environment where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and achieve personal growth.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

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 Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Meagan Barksdale

Meagan Barksdale

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is open-minded, unbiased, and nonjudgmental. I bring warmth, humor, practical skills, and solution-focused tools into therapy while avoiding toxic positivity or generic, one-size-fits-all counseling.”

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

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patience Ebini

Patience Ebini

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed, with a focus on helping clients understand their experiences, build resilience, and develop practical tools for meaningful change.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Paige Harris

Paige Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a licensed clinical social worker with a Master’s Degree from the University of Tennessee and seven years of experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating OCD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and adjustment‐related challenges.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabrielle Lahowitch

Gabrielle Lahowitch

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I work to cultivate a space where clients feel understood, supported, and emotionally safe. I aim to help clients build clarity, confidence, and a deeper connection to themselves and their relationships.

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Nadine Cannon

Nadine Cannon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing is not one-size-fits-all, it's a personal journey that can include words, movement, art, and moments of quiet reflection.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues,

Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Dr. Grace Korir

Dr. Grace Korir

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring genuine warmth to every session and enjoy getting to know the people I work with, not just the challenges they're facing, but their whole lives and what matters most to them.”

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

Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Lem Scott, Dnp, Pmhnp

Lem Scott, Dnp, Pmhnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“My style is collaborative, deeply empathetic, and flexible, ensuring that our work together is always tailored to your unique needs and circumstances.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saphia Shaffie

Saphia Shaffie

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, mindfulness, and direct, solution-focused techniques.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ashley Poole

Dr. Ashley Poole

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, practical, and results-driven—focused on helping you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and move forward with clarity and confidence.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Carly Parker

Carly Parker

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a warm, compassionate, and safe space where you can slow down, feel heard, and process what you are experiencing without judgment.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Russell Davenport

Russell Davenport

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

10935 Winds Crossing Drive, Charlotte, NC

“I tend to take a laid-back, relaxed (but professional) stance when working with clients to make the therapeutic process as welcoming and comfortable as possible!”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Rachel Ross

Rachel Ross

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides a compassionate, honest, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Autumn Littlebrant

Autumn Littlebrant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I am Autumn! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated in 2022 with my Master of Social Work. I have experience providing individual, family, and group therapy in community-based, inpatient, and outpatient settings. My background includes working with adolescents in the foster care system, supporting individuals who have experienced sexual assault, and helping clients of various ages navigate life’s challenges.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Judy Njoroge

Judy Njoroge

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I integrate mindfulness practices, supportive therapy, and evidence-based medication management to assist patients in achieving balance...”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Toddra Williams

Toddra Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that each person's story is unique, and I strive to provide a safe, compassionate space where healing and growth can happen at the client's own pace.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna

Michael Kirk

Michael Kirk

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


You don’t have to stay stuck in survival mode. Let's rebuild from the inside out! As a therapist, I work with men, teens, and couples who are tired of carrying pain alone — the kind that doesn’t always show on the outside. Whether it’s the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, or the pressure to keep everything together, I help clients slow down, make sense of what’s happening inside, and start building a life that feels calmer, stronger, and more intentiona

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Taylor Clark

Taylor Clark

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a casual therapist that offers supportive service with the goal to improve the quality of lives.”

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

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

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 Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

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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.

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