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Top therapists in North Carolina accepting new patients

Seeking mental health support in North Carolina? Headway offers 2,807 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.

Philip Deluca

Philip Deluca

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have over 40+ years of experience and 50,000 sessions to tap into in order to help you where you are stuck.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Alfano

Heather Alfano

Therapist

Virtual • Hendersonville, NC


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and solution-focused, helping you find practical ways to move toward greater calm and resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Bell

Sara Bell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lincolnton, NC


“I have been working in the therapy field for over 9 years. I have worked with children, teens, young adults, and adults.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Serena Faison

Serena Faison

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize a Holistic approach to wellness, helping others by empowering them to become a healthier version of themselves, using the mind, body, spirit approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rachel Lauber

Rachel Lauber

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Tennessee and hold my clinical licensure in the state of North Carolina. I have spent much of my career serving those at end of life and also have experience assisting caregivers, those in transitional phases of life, and those who are bereaved. As a mother, I am invested in the wellness of all mothers and women and feel deep appreciation for the way mothers show up for countless others before themselves. I look forward to learning how I can walk alongside you in this journey.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mary Jones

Mary Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing begins with feeling heard, respected, and supported, and my goal is to create a calm, safe space where recovery and growth can take place.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jasmine Potts

Jasmine Potts

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chapel Hill, NC


“I believe in providing a safe and supportive environment where individuals can connect and be heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jesse Battle

Jesse Battle

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a team approach that includes empathy, motivation, and laughter to build a relationship to support you in becoming your best you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susanne Loar

Susanne Loar

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I am a holistic practitioner of psychodynamic and somatic psychology who strives to help people gain confidence, fulfillment and joy in their daily lives.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keyonne Spencer

Keyonne Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Like an artist with a palette of therapeutic techniques, We tailor our sessions to fit your unique needs, fostering a space where vulnerability becomes strength and pain transforms into resilience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
April Savage

April Savage

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I, the therapist don't provide answers, but guidance on your journey to reach your destination that could be constantly changing and shifting as you evolve in to the you that you always wanted to be.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tammy Hamann

Tammy Hamann

Therapist

Virtual • Rockingham, NC


“I believe in creating a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard. My approach is rooted in person-centered therapy, emphasizing empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng

Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My counseling approach will help clients attain self-realization, set and accomplish goals, and elicit self-efficacy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“Board-Certified PMHNP dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to patients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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, Relationship issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Brown

Amy Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a proud LGBTQ+ ally who believes therapy can be both meaningful and a little bit human (yes, laughing is allowed).”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Thabit Al-khateeb

Dr. Thabit Al-khateeb

Psychiatrist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Dr. Al-Khateeb enjoys building strong, trust‐based relationships with patients and is passionate about patient-centered care...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tracey Julius

Tracey Julius

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My goal is to help you identify challenges, improve coping and determine the next steps toward meaningful, lasting change.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in various settings. I am dedicated to supporting clients by fostering a collaborative, trusting and empathetic environment.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
John Dyson

John Dyson

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I believe that people have the power within themselves to create the change they are seeking in their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kimbely Davis

Kimbely Davis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is compassion-focused and intersectional. Your race, culture, family history, and lived experience are so impactful and that context belongs in our work together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
James Hanrahan

James Hanrahan

Therapist

Virtual • Indian Trail, NC


“I work with adults with the goal of aligning values with actions. I also have extensive experience helping veterans, first-responders, and athletes navigate through PTSD, anger management, anxiety, depression, and male victims of sexual assault.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kate Tise

Kate Tise

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is direct and real — I use humor when it helps, I'll tell you what I notice, and I genuinely care about your progress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. R. Dietrich Stewart

Dr. R. Dietrich Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“What I believe truly defines my work is the way I integrate my broad clinical background with various techniques from different therapies such as cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, reality-based therapies, professional...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scott Spiers

Scott Spiers

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I help adults who feel trapped in the cycle of drinking, relapse, and self-blame—especially those who resist traditional treatment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashley Coleman

Ashley Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Greetings! I commend you on taking first step! My name is Ashley Coleman. I earned my Bachelor's of Social Work at Benedict College and my Master's of Social Work at University of South Carolina.

I bring authenticity, compassion, and a down-to-earth approach to each session!

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Sampson-Schneider

Vanessa Sampson-Schneider

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a queer-identified African American cisgender woman. My pronouns are she/her. I hold a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling degree. I have over 12 years of experience effectively treating mental health and substance abuse concerns in LGBTQIA2S+ persons (sex positive; kink affirming), BIPOC and other PGM folx, and femme-identified persons.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adrianna Wilson

Adrianna Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a genuine, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapist who truly values the strength it takes to seek support.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Meriah Ward

Dr. Meriah Ward

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I create safe, inclusive spaces for healing and self-understanding through evidence-based care that goes beyond symptoms to address the whole person.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Audra Vance

Audra Vance

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My passion is working with people and helping them to be the best they can be. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina and a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina with 24+ years of therapeutic experience. My experience started in Mental Health Clinics, but I have been working in private practice for over 15 years. I help people with a variety of concerns to include stress, anxiety, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal O'Gorman

Crystal O'Gorman

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“I want to help you overcome whatever is causing stress in your life, so that you can feel more self confident and improve connection to what really matters.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jason Robertson

Jason Robertson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that you are the expert of your own story, and my role is to support you in uncovering your strengths, building resilience, and finding meaningful solutions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Lippel

Jennifer Lippel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe building a therapeutic relationship with each client is key to developing the person-centered treatment plan that will be able to grow and produce desired outcomes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Michael Chapman

Michael Chapman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Franklin, NC


“Psychoanalytic therapy is an evidence-based approach that seeks to create lasting, meaningful change rather than simply reducing symptoms.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Pritz

Robert Pritz

Therapist

Virtual • Boone, NC


“You will experience the growth you desire. As your therapist, I will commit myself to align with you and your desired outcomes.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Colin Bergeson

Colin Bergeson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenville, NC


“I believe we are all unique in our own circumstances. I do not believe a one size fits all approach works and I use a variety of treatment approaches to find the right fit for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Holly Wickham

Holly Wickham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My personal experience, as someone in recovery and who has been through my own therapy journey, combined with my breadth of professional experience helps me understand how mental health plays a role in all aspects of our lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alicia Montgomery

Alicia Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Building a therapeutic relationship with the client is key to being effective in meeting the client's needs.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlotte Windley

Charlotte Windley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Concord, NC


“I'm passionate about using cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and blending different therapies to tailor treatment to my clients' needs and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cynthia Von Der Lehr

Cynthia Von Der Lehr

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to provide a space that is compassionate and non-judgmental, where you can learn about yourself, promote self-growth and reduce suffering.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists serving North Carolina

Number of therapists serving North Carolina
There are over 2,781 therapists in North Carolina accepting new patients.
2,781+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 77%Relationship issues
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%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
  • 3%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 86%Online only
  • 13%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 15%Man
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Substance Use Disorder
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 19%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.

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