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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.
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD, PTSD, Stress management,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Hi, I’m Emily Long, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, families, and school communities across North Carolina. My background includes extensive work in school mental health, behavioral support, crisis intervention, and helping individuals navigate emotional and life challenges with compassion and practical support.
I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Tulane University and my professional experience has centered around supporting children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral concerns, trauma, school-related stress, ADHD, and family challenges. I also work closely with adults who are experiencing burnout, stress, compassion fatigue, life transitions, or feeling overwhelmed by the demands of work and caregiving.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Transgender issues, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Hi, I’m Jamelia Shahid-EL a LCMHC and school counselor with 10+ years of experience. I offer affirming, down-to-earth therapy for children navigating anxiety, identity, burnout, and life transitions. My space is inclusive, trauma-informed, and rooted in care.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Panic disorders, PTSD, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
I graduated from UNC-Charlotte in 2012. I am a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I have worked in a school setting for several years supporting the social and emotional needs of children. I have worked in the University setting as a college counselor and I also have experience working with adults in the community. I would love to walk alongside of you in your journey.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
I bring warmth, authenticity, and a calm, steady presence to the therapeutic relationship. While my focus is on children and teens, I also support adults who are navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, and major life changes.
I’m intentional about creating a space where clients of all ages feel understood and supported. While working with children and teens, I work to build trust through patience, playfulness, and developmentally appropriate communication. For adults, I offer a grounded, collaborative environment where they can explore challenges openly and at their own pace. Parents often share that they appreciate my ability to connect with their child while also offering clear communication, guidance, and compassion throughout the process.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
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, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
I enjoy working with people who are interested in returning to the truth of who they are. I value people. Intuition is often within my work with people. I am honored to walk with people in their orientation to healing and health in the ways important to them. Harmony in mind, body, and spirit.
A holistic trauma informed approach with a culturally grounded orientation to care is my offering. I love to incorporate breath work and somatic work in with talk therapy all while centering values.
I respect the courage of getting to this point. It’s reasonable that we all would benefit from support so I am happy to walk you home to you, the truth of you that deserves liberation, healing and health because your life has value and I’m so glad you’re here. You deserve it all.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
As a therapist, my goal is to create a space where individuals, teens, and couples feel safe, respected, and truly heard. Whether you're navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or just trying to find a clearer path forward—therapy can be a powerful place to reconnect with yourself and your goals.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Robin Trivette
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away
515 Keisler Drive, Cary, NCADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
I earned my Master of Social Work from UNC–Chapel Hill in 1999 and have more than 25 years of experience helping adults and families navigate emotional distress, relationship difficulties, and major life challenges. My background includes work as a psychotherapist and child welfare social worker.
I bring experience, steadiness, and genuine curiosity to my work. I am interested not only in what people are struggling with, but in how they came to experience themselves and their lives in the ways they do.
Through Headway, I provide insurance-based therapy to individual adults only. I do not see couples through insurance.
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar, Oxford,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
Linda Hydro, PMHNP-BC, is the owner of Nurtured Balance Wellness, PLLC, where she provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults ages 18 and older in North Carolina, Washington, Arizona, and Oregon. She specializes in psychiatric evaluations and medication management for anxiety, depression, ADHD, women's mental health, pregnancy, postpartum mental health, perimenopause, and other life transitions. Linda offers in-person appointments in Cary, North Carolina, as well as secure telehealth visits throughout North Carolina, Washington, Arizona, and Oregon.
With more than 25 years of experience in women's health and mental health care, Linda understands that emotional wellness is deeply connected to every stage of life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulty focusing, hormonal changes, pregnancy, postpartum adjustments, or feeling unlike yourself, she provides a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where you can be heard and understood.
Linda believes that effective psychiatric care begins with listening. She takes time to understand each person's unique experiences, medical history, lifestyle, and goals before developing an individualized treatment plan. When appropriate, treatment may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, education, and practical strategies to support long-term emotional wellness.
Her goal is to help every patient feel respected, empowered, and confident in their treatment while building a collaborative partnership focused on lasting improvement and a better quality of life.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
I am a licensed psychologist providing services across the lifespan, although my training has provided me with a strong understanding of child and adolescent development, school based difficulties, and learning differences. I completed my doctorate in School Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and my pre-doctoral clinical internship at the Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities (CIDD). My master’s degree was completed in Counseling & Guidance at New York University. I specialize in treating children and teens with neurodevelopmental disabilities, including ADHD and autism.
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, flexible, and informed by evidence-based practices. I provide individual psychotherapy for children and adolescents to address a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, stress-related difficulties, academic challenges, emotional difficulties, behavioral challenges, and relationship challenges.
Together, we'll consider what isn’t working and develop insights for how to change. I combine multiple treatment techniques, including CBT, DBT, and other behavioral/solution-focused approaches. I would be happy to speak with you about ways we may be able to work together to meet your needs. You are welcome to call or email to set up an initial consultation.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management,
Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
What type of therapy does Aetna cover?
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