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Top therapists in North Carolina accepting new patients

Seeking mental health support in North Carolina? Headway offers 3,030 licensed providers accepting 70+ insurance plans, with sessions available virtually or in-person. Many clients pay as little as $0 per session through insurance coverage.

Dylan Hines

Dylan Hines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Durham, NC


“I am especially passionate about supporting members of the queer (LGBTQ+) community and neurodivergent folks through mental health care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Natika Smith

Natika Smith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process. Rather than offering quick fixes, I work with you to explore the deeper patterns, emotions, and stories that shape your experience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kindle Higgins

Kindle Higgins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect to experience an accepting environment where they are met with compassion and caring...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Laura Davis-Perry

Laura Davis-Perry

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Being able to sit down and work through the issues that arise in life with someone can be beneficial to successfully rebounding and moving forward.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Claire Thombs

Claire Thombs

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
John Tobias

John Tobias

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My work is curious and warm, but it doesn't stop there: the point is to help you get clear on what actually matters to you and start taking real steps toward it.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ginger Hannigan

Ginger Hannigan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Making a decision to gain a better sense of purpose and defining (or redefining) greater harmony and alignment is the greatest gift you can offer to those around you and yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Annette Feerst

Annette Feerst

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work at facilitating a safe space for clients to explore their emotions and experiences, empowering them to achieve personal growth and healing.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Jacobs

Sarah Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect to leave session feeling empowered, less anxious and as though they are strong enough to take on whatever life may throw them next.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Theodore Gilbert

Theodore Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that the most important factor of successful treatment starts with establishing a genuine therapeutic relationship.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lynda Rostar

Lynda Rostar

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a space where you can be yourself, feel understood, and know you don't have to have everything figured out.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yazlyn Jacobs

Yazlyn Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With a calm, grounded presence and a results-driven approach, Yazlyn helps high-functioning adults navigate depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Lynanne Romano

Dr. Lynanne Romano

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I've focused on serving adult populations dealing with ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, and various other mental health issues.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Pruitt

Heather Pruitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burlington, NC


“I integrate tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lillian Davis

Lillian Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Chapel Hill, NC


“My therapeutic style is eclectic, as I believe that there is not just one way to approach life, and similarly, there is not just one therapeutic lens that sees everything.”
ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tandy Hale

Tandy Hale

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Bern, NC


“I am a nationally Board Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina, and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) with over fourteen years of clinical experience...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Sherille Lecque

Dr. Sherille Lecque

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a wealth of clinical and life experience which helps me relate to others from multiple perspectives, I am also a mother of two young adult daughters.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Anethia Moore

Anethia Moore

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ivonne Garcia

Ivonne Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I understand how hard it can be to prioritize yourself and release old habits that impact self-esteem and relationships.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jillian Grant

Jillian Grant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is person-centered and strengths-based — focused on empowering clients to build resilience, recognize their inner strengths, and develop practical tools to meet their personal goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lori Harrow

Lori Harrow

Therapist

Virtual • Davidson, NC


“Together, we will work toward reducing distress, strengthening resilience, and creating lasting change—not simply helping you feel better, but helping you feel more capable, hopeful, and empowered in your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Perry Lavin

Perry Lavin

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“The therapeutic relationship is the foundation of any good therapy. For that reason, I foster a relationship that is based in both compassion and challenge.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Skelley

Alexis Skelley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapy style is compassionate, collaborative, and outcome-focused, meaning my goal is to help you find relief for your struggles and achieve your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Nicole Deaver

Nicole Deaver

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, burnout, and life transitions — as well as parents of neurodivergent children who need a space of their own to process, recharge, and be supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rachel Siegel

Rachel Siegel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Rachel — a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about supporting people as they navigate life’s complexities and transitions. My work centers on helping individuals explore identity, heal from trauma, and build more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others.

I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, LGBTQIA+ clients, pregnant and postpartum people, and those from culturally diverse and immigrant backgrounds. Together, we can unpack the ways family dynamics, culture, and personal history shape your story — and create space for new, empowering narratives to emerge.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
James Jones

James Jones

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I have been a counselor for over 2 decades. I am skilled in Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral therapy and other modes of therapy noted on my website the can be seen via the Google search.

I am Non-judgmental, actively listener and compassionately supportive to all of the clients serve. I do virtual service to accomadate to my clients schedules. I am experienced with age population from adolescents, teenagers, young adults med-age adults and seniors.

I am a License, Clinical, Addiction, Specialist (LCAS) that serves all co-occurring clients.

I am also a Christian single and couple marriage counselor for clients in search of this particular need.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ebonie Potter

Ebonie Potter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect a coaching and collaborative relationship. You have goals to meet and my job is to help you meet them.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meagan Hensley

Meagan Hensley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a safe and collaborative space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Vanessa Gonzalez

Dr. Vanessa Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Mooresville, NC


“I don't believe in one-size-fits-all therapy or "quick fixes." Instead, I offer a thoughtful, steady space for self-understanding, self-compassion, and sustainable change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Camilo

Laura Camilo

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a bilingual clinical social worker dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of trauma, depression, and anxiety. My practice is built on a fundamental belief: you possess the internal power to reflect on your life, understand yourself from new perspectives, and integrate meaningful changes.

I am the co-director of Cohoba, a nonprofit operating as a community arts and mental health hub in the VAPA Center: you can visit www.cohoba.org for more information.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Christopher Townsend

Dr. Christopher Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I've been doing this for 25 years and have worked with people of various ages on issues like depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and conflicts over identity development.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helena Johnson

Helena Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Helena A. Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in the Research Triangle. She has earned her Master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Couple Counseling. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Child Development and Family Relations She is dedicated to working with an array of individuals and couples helping them heal difficult relationships and sexual dysfunction. She is also trauma certified.


ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Miranda Bradshaw

Miranda Bradshaw

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My goal for each session is for every client to leave feeling more empowered in their ability to handle the ups and downs in life.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Pamela Hamilton

Dr. Pamela Hamilton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Forest City, NC


“In today's society, life can bring many challenges and stressors. I am here to listen to your life story and together we will find the best solution for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cambria James

Cambria James

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a warm and person-centered therapist, I believe in partnership with a client to meet them where they are and work towards their goals together.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ashley Witherspoon

Ashley Witherspoon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“The way that we pour into others is definitely a superpower and we deserve to pour into ourselves as well!”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janet Reading

Janet Reading

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“By making changes that YOU decide are healthy, you can become the person whom you love and respect, as well as attain the life you want.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jakira Miller

Jakira Miller

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm passionate about supporting clients as they work toward their goals and create meaningful change in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving North Carolina

Number of therapists serving North Carolina
There are over 2,957 therapists in North Carolina accepting new patients.
2,957+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 78%Relationship issues
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 48%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 87%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 16%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in North Carolina

Searching for therapists in North Carolina means choosing from a wide range of licensed therapists across urban, suburban, and rural areas. The right fit may depend on what you want support with, such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, or life transitions. As you compare North Carolina therapists, look for training and specialties that match your needs. A therapist’s profile can show whether they use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, or family therapy.

Your options for therapy in North Carolina may look different in Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, or smaller communities across the state. Some people prefer meeting with a therapist in person, while others choose virtual sessions for schedule flexibility or access to more therapists licensed in North Carolina. Beyond specialty, consider appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, session structure, and areas of focus before you book.

The cost of mental health care in North Carolina varies, and therapy can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists and counselors in North Carolina who match your preferences, take your insurance, and are accepting new patients. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to see your estimated cost before booking.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.