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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Sanford, NC
Find affordable mental healthcare in Sanford with Cigna coverage through Headway. With copays as low as $0-$45 per session, access 2,695 licensed providers for talk therapy and medication management. Many providers offer free consultations and availability within the next two weeks.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Curative, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Stress management,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
I’m a seasoned therapist with over 25 years of experience supporting people in finding meaningful, holistic ways to improve mood, clarity, and overall well-being. My approach is rooted in Adlerian psychology and focuses on personal empowerment, present-day strengths, and forward movement rather than remaining anchored in the past. I value depth, connection, and practical insight, and I strive to create a space that feels human, supportive, and collaborative. Above all, I believe healing happens most readily through genuine connection, empathy, and being truly seen.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, 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,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Humana Medicare Advantage, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, 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, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues, Stress management, Transgender issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
I, Ifeoma Okani, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). I specialize in working with individuals who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, insomnia, adjustment disorders, OCD, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addiction. Many of my clients are juggling multiple roles and seek a safe, culturally sensitive space where they feel truly heard and understood. Their goal isn’t just to feel better but to reconnect with themselves, heal from past pain, and thrive emotionally. They want personalized, compassionate care that supports meaningful growth, not just symptom relief. I help by providing a safe, culturally sensitive space where you’ll feel heard and supported. Using compassionate, evidence-based care, I offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy tailored to your needs. In our early sessions, we’ll build trust, explore your concerns, and create a personalized plan to support your healing. My practice is unique because I focus not only on symptom relief but on helping clients reconnect with themselves, heal deeply, and thrive long-term. I’m passionate about supporting others so they never feel alone in their struggles. I am committed to providing the support, insight, and clinical expertise you need to restore your peace and well-being.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, 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,
I look forward to working with you! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Chemical Addictions Specialist with 20 plus years of experience in providing mental health treatment.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, 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, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, 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,
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Transgender issues, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Payal Patel
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person
8307 University Executive Park Drive, Charlotte, NCADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues, OCD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Optum Medicaid NC, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, 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,
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
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