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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Wake Forest, NC

Access mental healthcare in Wake Forest through Headway's extensive network of 2,847 providers accepting Aetna. Schedule sessions virtually or in-person with copays approximately $30, and many patients report significant savings through insurance optimization.

Somer Welch, Mpsa, Msw, Lcsw

Somer Welch, Mpsa, Msw, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I will not sit silently while you do all the work or occasionally ask, "How does that make you feel?"”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Teal Garvin

Teal Garvin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“I believe in assisting client in getting to the solution which can be found through facilitating a process of self-discovery.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Deana Flynn

Deana Flynn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lumberton, NC


“Deana's philosophy is that optimal wellness is patient centered and focuses on whole person wellbeing.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Kristel Byrd

Kristel Byrd

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I am neurodivergent therapist who provides Teletherapy. As a former military brat and spouse, working mother, single mother, trauma survivor, I've intimately understood the complexities of life's transitions.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Kenya Brown

Kenya Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“With over 20 years in the mental health and intellectual disability fields, I provide a supportive, down-to-earth approach where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melani Green

Melani Green

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you find clarity, build self-awareness, and move forward in a way that feels authentic and empowering.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Laura Frohboese

Laura Frohboese

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I enjoy working with those who have experienced relationship issues, emotional neglect, and codependency.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Elizabeth Rigsbee

Elizabeth Rigsbee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I believe therapy should happen in a judgment-free, empathetic atmosphere where you can feel safe to explore your wellness goals.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Rosa Howard

Dr. Rosa Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


“I am a very understanding, positive and down to earth bilingual (English/Spanish) individual that will collaborate with you in your journey.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Bertee Thomas

Bertee Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a person-centered, solution-focused clinician who believes that every individual has the innate potential to overcome life's challenges when supported in the right environment.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Dr. Shawn Faust

Dr. Shawn Faust

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“You should feel that your appointment was a collaborative experience where you learned about the medications, what they will help, and why one medication was chosen over other alternatives.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Shannon Fain

Shannon Fain

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm passionate about walking alongside people on their journey, offering a compassionate and nonjudgmental ear to help navigate life's challenges.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Heather Corsello

Heather Corsello

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mooresville, NC


“I encourage my clients to develop coping skills, build resilience, and cultivate self-awareness to better understand how patterns of behaviors may impact their lives...”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sakina Alston

Sakina Alston

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Mooresville, NC


“I'm focused on helping individuals age 13-85 with exploring how and why their mental health is impacting and preventing true progress in their lives.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Shaakira Simmonds

Shaakira Simmonds

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“She specializes in working with pregnant and postpartum moms, as well as individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Julie Reibsane

Julie Reibsane

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that every individual has the potential for growth and change, and I am committed to guiding you through the challenges you may face.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Sharon Brown

Dr. Sharon Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that patients should have the opportunity to express themselves during provider visits in an effort to assess their needs and work together in creating the collaborative treatment plan.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Andrew Karabinos

Andrew Karabinos

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide Person-centered therapy that is focused on aligning with you in accomplishing the goals you have envisioned for yourself.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keya Dunn

Keya Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to build strong therapeutic relationships with my clients to create a safe and supportive environment where they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Lori Ivey

Lori Ivey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is client based on individual needs combined with science and research for treatment modalities.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Melissa Snodgrass

Melissa Snodgrass

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I create a supportive, compassionate, nonjudgmental space that is open, safe, and even includes humor when it feels helpful.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jodie Roberts

Jodie Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Jodie specializes in grief counseling for individuals and couples. She understands the complexities of grief and believes in supporting her clients through their unique healing journey.”
Aetna + 4 others
Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Danielle Taylor

Danielle Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I have over 10 years of experience as a social worker assisting those with chronic mental health struggles. I specialize in anxiety, OCD & phobias, mood disorders and general work with adults experiencing challenging life stressors, change or loss. No matter what life stage you are in, therapy can help you cope and learn to thrive.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherri Osborne

Sherri Osborne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is never to dumb and numb a person to where one can't cry at a sad movie or when someone passes away.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Kaleesa Turnage

Kaleesa Turnage

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“You can expect to be listen to and challenged in sessions with me. I create a safe and friendly environment.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ashley Eldridge

Ashley Eldridge

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


I approach sessions as an experienced professional and a real person. My goal is to create a space where you can show up as your full, uncensored self—say the hard things, the messy things, even the things you’re not sure how to put into words—and still feel accepted, heard, and supported. Many people reach out to me feeling overwhelmed by everyday stress, big world events, or the sense that things keep changing without much warning. It can feel like there’s no escape from stress, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Therapy can be a place to slow down, breathe, share humor, & talk things through with someone who’s really listening. My career spans 20+ years in mental health, addiction treatment, and disability services.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ajiroghene Onwawoma

Ajiroghene Onwawoma

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“A thoughtful blend of various therapeutic techniques that addresses your needs and focuses on your overall wellbeing.”
Aetna + 3 others
Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Joshua Deena

Joshua Deena

Therapist

Virtual • Cary, NC


“I take a very casual and conversational approach to therapy, in that I like to keep my sessions as an ongoing conversation between client and therapist.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Elana Campbell

Elana Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a client-centered, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to help each person realize and reach their own, individual goals.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Connie Mann

Connie Mann

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“My passion is supporting women during pregnancy and postpartum as they face challenges like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and perinatal mood disorders.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mandy Ruckman

Mandy Ruckman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a warm, collaborative, and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable sharing openly, being vulnerable, and feeling emotionally safe and supported throughout the therapeutic process.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamekia Powell

Tamekia Powell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashlea Staunch-Humphries

Ashlea Staunch-Humphries

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Ashlea utilizes client-centered therapeutic methods to uncover the root causes of distress and transform negative patterns arising from trauma, loss, depression, anxiety, medical issues, and relationship conflict.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Emily Peterson

Emily Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I approach therapy with patience, collaboration, and compassion... tailor each session to meet clients where they are, using evidence-based strategies to fit their individual needs and preferences.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keturah Ross

Keturah Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Greensboro, NC


“I'm a licensed mental health therapist dedicated to creating a warm, affirming space where clients can feel safe to explore, grow, and heal.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Warren Christian

Warren Christian

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“The client can expect to be considered a partner in the therapeutic relationship and a sense of accomplishment towards reaching life goals and challenges.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Jessica Curtis

Jessica Curtis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I combine this with cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused techniques to help clients move towards their values and live more effectively.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mai Lee Vue

Mai Lee Vue

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe meaningful growth begins within a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, and authenticity.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Bohley

Tara Bohley

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in North Carolina in Colorado. I have a BA in Psychology from Indiana University, and an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy from Indiana State University.

My therapy practice experience is diverse and spans fifteen years. I enjoy working with people within the context of their relationships and my expertise is helping individuals, couples, and families find emotional clarity and a path to contentment.

Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Participatory
Melissa Swanson

Melissa Swanson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“By combining somatic and cognitive tools, we'll identify triggers, unpack the false stories your mind tells you, and create a personalized plan with practical techniques to manage anxiety effectively.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, 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.