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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Dayton, OH

Mental health support is accessible across Dayton neighborhoods including the Oregon District, Riverside, and Oakwood through Headway's partnership with Aetna. Patients save an average of 75% on sessions, with copays between $0-$25 and providers offering free consultations.

Daray Ukaegbu

Daray Ukaegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away

924 Erbe Avenue, Dayton, OH

“My approach is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental. I take time to listen and understand not only your symptoms, but also how they are affecting your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Jessica Smith

Jessica Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away

2555 South Dixie Drive, Kettering, OH

“My clinical focus is on providing personalized, evidence-based medication management designed to meet each individual's unique needs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Casey Smedley

Casey Smedley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away

1353 Woodman Drive, Dayton, OH

“I want to make sure that I'm tailoring counseling to fit your unique needs. With that, I'll adjust my style and direction to suit each client.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Lewis

Brittany Lewis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away

4130 Linden Avenue, Dayton, OH

“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore challenges, build self-awareness, and develop practical tools for lasting change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Creative, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Buchy

Tara Buchy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

907 West 5th Street, Dayton, OH

“I believe therapy should feel like a supportive space where you can be open, reflect, and grow without judgment.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Douglas Hickey

Douglas Hickey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away

1905 Woods Drive, Beavercreek, OH

“I am passionate about providing a supportive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to hold space for clients so they can navigate life challenges.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Keith Vukasinovich

Keith Vukasinovich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away

201 West Franklin Street, Dayton, OH

“I believe that therapy is best conducted from a holistic approach. We think, feel, and act our way to a better tomorrow.”

Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Cassie Kooser

Cassie Kooser

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away

6822 Loop Road, Dayton, OH

“I specialize in working with youth and young adults with a history of trauma, especially those that face societal challenges due to poverty, race, disability and gender.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Julie Swain

Julie Swain

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away

7071 Corporate Way, Dayton, OH

“Julie is a caring and compassionate mental health therapist whose passion is to help her clients overcome challenges and experience healing so that growth and connection are possible.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Kaitlyn Clinard

Kaitlyn Clinard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away

7061 Corporate Way, Washington Township, OH

“I believe therapy works best when clients are met where they are, not where they are "supposed" to be.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Kimberly Vogel

Kimberly Vogel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away

261 Regency Ridge Drive, Dayton, OH

“I am honest and direct, while also encouraging and empathetic. You can leave therapy feeling like you have more direction and feeling empowered to make the changes you are hoping to see.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Michael Blue

Michael Blue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away

76 South Tecumseh Road, Springfield, OH

“My counseling approach is rooted in helping people understand their story, make sense of their pain, and move toward healing with greater clarity, purpose, and direction.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Campbell

Brittany Campbell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away

220 South Breiel Boulevard, Middletown, OH

Hi there! My name is Brittany Campbell, LISW-S. I have been in practice as a therapist since 2019 and working in the mental health field since 2012. I went to Liberty University for a BS of Psychology and USC for a Master of Social Work. I have focused study in attachment. I also specialize in OCD treatment. Whether you find yourself emotionally over controlled or dysregulated, I have techniques to help. One of the most interesting parts of my job is that I get to share in a portion of your story and hopefully help you to find meaning and purpose in it. I can't wait to talk soon!

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Tracey Tindall

Tracey Tindall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away

2985 Pearl Drive, Franklin, OH

“I use a holistic approach, looking at what has happened in your life and to you, rather than what is wrong with you.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Brenda Pinson

Brenda Pinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away

405 Public Square, Troy, OH

“I have 16 years of experience working with adults and older adults in areas including anxiety, depression, life transitions, coping skills and self-esteem.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Neacol Robinson

Neacol Robinson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away

2213 North Limestone Street, Springfield, OH

“My approach to treatment is warm, empathetic, and collaborative, with a focus on helping clients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their care.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Dr. Karen Harris, Pmhnp

Dr. Karen Harris, Pmhnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

8050 Beckett Center Drive, West Chester Township, OH

“Medication is a valuable tool that can help restore emotional balance, improve overall well-being, and support your journey toward healing.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Martyn Whittingham

Martyn Whittingham

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person

9410 Montgomery Road, Montgomery, OH

Hi! I am a licensed psychologist in Ohio with a Ph.D. from Indiana University. I was born in England but have lived in the USA for several decades. I specialize in individual and group therapy. I am the founder of focused brief group therapy, which is now used across the USA and internationally. I have several national awards for group therapy and am a Fellow of American Group Psychotherapy Association and the American Psychological Association.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynda McConn

Lynda McConn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

9403 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash, OH

“Compassion and curiosity is my approach with each client as we work together on what you would like for yourself in and from therapy and in your relationships with yourself and others.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
George Schulz

George Schulz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person

4230 Tuller Road, Dublin, OH

“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel seen, understood, and supported as you work toward genuine peace and confidence.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Vonda Willis

Vonda Willis

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Life's challenges bring us to our knees. A Clinical Counselor helps. 36+ years of work with courts, hospitals & schools helps. "Been there, ... I get it". In my early 20’s, while working F/T at UC, I learned Clinical Counseling (diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders) while completing my Doctorate in my 20’s at UD. Clinically trained by UC (adults) and CCHMC (ages 0-18). Specially trained in Trauma, DBT, EMDR and law. Supreme Court of Ohio approved PC, GAL and Mediator (starting in ‘89 with Airing Institute - Beech Acres, Co-led Divorce Mediation). Collaborative Law FRS. ADHD Assessment & Accommodations Plans.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Laura Steveson

Laura Steveson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented — you're in the driver's seat of your therapy, and my role is to encourage, support, and cheer you on.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Alberto Carstonorto

Alberto Carstonorto

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I listen without judgment, encourage you steadily, and help you recognize the thought patterns that may be getting in your way.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Ashley Hinkle

Ashley Hinkle

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Alyssa Hicks

Alyssa Hicks

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and have been working with adolescents, adults and families for 15 years. I graduated from Baldwin-Wallace University in 2009 with a B.S. in Psychology. I pursued my Masters of Social Science Administration (MSSA) from Case Western Reserve University, graduating in 2011, and I have worked in various settings including schools, mental health agencies, private practice, telehealth, and online crisis support. My treatment approach is strength-based while other navigate anxious feelings, identify confusion, depression, and stress management.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Sharehan Syesh

Sharehan Syesh

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I like to pride my approach on the interlocking of mind, body, and soul. When one area is in imbalance all become imbalanced.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Stacey Laverock

Stacey Laverock

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am an LCSW, psychotherapist, with 12+ yrs experience in the Mental Health field. I have worked in many different Mental Health Settings such as: Residential, IBHS, Drug/Alcohol, and Community Based. Specializations include: CCTP, EMDR, and Anxiety, Depression.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Arin Wade

Arin Wade

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“No matter the experience, my goal of counseling is to engage those experiences with a supportive, strength based, experienced, and compassionate clinician.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Sema Contreras

Sema Contreras

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in working alongside my clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, identify the core of their challenges, and build practical tools to manage and move through them.”

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Aqueelah Wheatley

Dr. Aqueelah Wheatley

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland Heights, OH


“The goal is not to fix you (because you are not broken), but to introduce you to the person you always knew you had the potential to be.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD,

Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Jory Watson

Jory Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe enough to be honest about what is hurting, what feels heavy, and what you want to be different.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Physical health issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Samuel Balla

Samuel Balla

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“His approach to therapy is client-centered, meaning he believes the client knows best whether the treatment is benefiting him or her.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Vivienne Nkengafac

Dr. Vivienne Nkengafac

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“Ms. Nkengafac maintains a friendly, empathetic, and non-judgmental attitude during consultations, ensuring patients express themselves freely.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Daniel Eble

Daniel Eble

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy predominantly in my counseling, I use this with a Mindfulness and Person Centered approach.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Helene Muhirwa

Helene Muhirwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

649 Main Street, Groveport, OH

“My passion and goal is to help you back to your normal self so you can feel not as overwhelmed and unmotivated, but eager to tackle life as it presents.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Linda Marcel-Rene

Linda Marcel-Rene

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My practice is sex-positive, relationship-affirming, and grounded in the belief that therapy should make room for who you actually are rather than expecting you to fit into someone else's idea of what your life or relationships should look like.”

Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+,

Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Othesha Nash

Othesha Nash

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and patient-centered. I believe the best outcomes occur when patients feel heard, understood, and actively involved in their treatment decisions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Energetic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Jacqueline Veler

Jacqueline Veler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oak Harbor, OH


Jacki Veler, MSN, PMHNP, FNP, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 16 years of nursing experience. She earned her MSN as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Spring Arbor University in 2021 and her PMHNP Graduate Certificate from the University of Toledo in 2022. At NewHeart Mental Health and Wellness in Oak Harbor, Ohio, she delivers in person and remote outpatient psychiatry and addiction treatment for adults and children across the entire lifespan. She also provides inpatient psychiatric care at a behavioral health hospital.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Jennifer Catlin

Jennifer Catlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

137 Commerce Park Drive, Westerville, OH

Do you desire healing from past events, struggling in life, overwhelmed and not feeling like you're reaching your potential? Every person is unique, and I honor that by emphasizing your God-given strengths and providing you with tools for success in life. You are the expert on your life, but sometimes having a supportive partner in exploring your life can help. If you're close to the Westerville, New Albany, and Lewis Center areas, I'd love to meet you in person. I can also see you online. This comes in handy with Ohio winter weather.

I believe all people are capable of change and growth, with the right support and encouragement. I'll be there to empower you to overcome growth barriers and be there to rejoice in your successes. I'm honored to be that collaborative partner. I invite you to reach out, take that first step towards wholeness in your life.

Due to Headway changes, please go to this Headway link to schedule: https://care.headway.co/providers/jennifer-catlin?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=172280

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Laurel Bourgeois

Laurel Bourgeois

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“I want to meet you where you are at in your journey to wellbeing and both gently support and challenge you to be your very best self.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

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