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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Independence, OH

Access affordable therapy and medication management through Cigna in Independence, where patients typically save 75% on sessions. Headway connects you with available providers within two weeks for personalized mental healthcare.

Kassandra Johnston

Kassandra Johnston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Cuyahoga Falls, OH


“Clients can expect to leave sessions feeling validated, empowered and certain they are on the right track to elevating their lives.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Otimbum Wilson

Otimbum Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Euclid, OH


“Your goals are what are important to me and will be the foundation of our therapeutic journey together.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Carrie Singer

Carrie Singer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Stow, OH


“It is possible to grow and thrive after traumatic events and I am here to provide hope for others to do so.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Rochelle Tatarka

Rochelle Tatarka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Fairlawn, OH


“My approach is direct, warm, holistic, and personable. I practice a variety of evidence-based modalities...”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Jeannine Taylor

Dr. Jeannine Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Akron, OH


My name is Jeannine Taylor. I earned a Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy and a Doctoral Degree from Kent State University. I also am Assistant Professor of Family & Community Medicine at Northeast Ohio College of Medicine. I enjoy helping people balance work and family; navigate the challenges before, during and after divorce; and cope with changes associated with midlife and later life. I also help clients make career decisions and establish educational goals.

PLEASE NOTE: I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW COUPLES AS OF MARCH 6, 2026; HOWEVER, I AM ACCEPTING NEW INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Myung Jin Purves

Myung Jin Purves

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 mi away • Cleveland, OH


“My main area of focus is EMDR Therapy with couples and individuals. With couples, I focus on relational trauma, such as infidelity, abuse, or loss of a child.”
Cigna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Charlene Hogue

Charlene Hogue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Westlake, OH


“My approach to therapy is to meet the client where she/he/they is/are with a person-centered approach, and to accompany them on their journey of self-discovery through increased self-awareness to develop understanding and self-empowerment.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Colby

Ryan Colby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Akron, OH


“My goal is to help you understand yourself in greater depth, heal old wounds, and pursue purposeful growth.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Billingsley

Sarah Billingsley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Akron, OH


“I work from the perspective that childhood and family experiences frequently impact our ability to function in adulthood.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Woolf

Caroline Woolf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Akron, OH


“My goal is to walk alongside clients through warm, collaborative conversations that honor their backgrounds and values, providing space for both big emotions and concrete tools to use between sessions.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsey Fascione

Lindsey Fascione

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Westlake, OH


“My approach to care is rooted in the understanding that each individual is unique, and that conventional treatment alone may not always be sufficient to promote healing.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Michele Hawkins McHenry

Michele Hawkins McHenry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Akron, OH


“My intention is to walk with you on your journey, providing insight and helping to identify areas to improve and strategies to do so.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Michelle Koewler

Michelle Koewler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Medina, OH


“You'll be met with empathy, authenticity, and genuine presence, because therapy should be a place where you feel safe and seen.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Emma Smith

Emma Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • North Ridgeville, OH


“My style is collaborative and relationship-focused, blending empathy and humor to help my clients feel empowered.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Michele Norman

Michele Norman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • North Ridgeville, OH


“Approachable, empathetic, extremely open-minded, easy to talk to and weird are some of the ways I've been described in the past by previous patients.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Becky Lester-Black

Becky Lester-Black

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Sheffield, OH


“I consider myself to be a change agent and my areas of expertise include trauma, grief and loss, end of life issues, parenting concerns, anxiety, and depression.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Melissa Ayers

Melissa Ayers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Sheffield, OH


I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor in Ohio with experience supporting children, teens, and adults through challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, trauma, and life transitions. I aim to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jessica Rivera

Jessica Rivera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Grafton, OH


“I guide you in creating a path to ease suffering and emotional struggle through a holistic approach.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Whitten

Jennifer Whitten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Elyria, OH


“As an empathetic, down-to-earth therapist, I believe in walking alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Kathryn Nagy

Kathryn Nagy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Willoughby, OH


“I offer compassionate and specialized therapy, with a focus on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juliana Branch

Juliana Branch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Elyria, OH


“I create a positive, warm, safe, non-judgmental environment that helps build trust in the therapeutic relationship.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Hout

Courtney Hout

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Wadsworth, OH


“My hope is that in working together I can provide you with the skills necessary to feel confident in your ability to manage what is going on in your life.”
Cigna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Damion Boyd

Damion Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Wadsworth, OH


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment utilizing care, sensitivity, with a little humor that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah McCall

Sarah McCall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Grafton, OH


“I work with children, teens, and adult women who are struggling with anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, self-esteem, life transitions, and the pressure to be everything for everyone.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Liesa Kaye

Liesa Kaye

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Green, OH


As an Independent Clinical Social Worker, I believe prioritizing your mental health is the key to finding your joy. I have been in practice for 11 years focusing on individuals navigating the impact of anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, working with couples, and parent mentoring.

Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Monter

David Monter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Uniontown, OH


“I believe in a strength based and client centered approach, where your needs and goals are at the forefront of our work together.”
Cigna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Sitko

Jamie Sitko

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Hiram, OH


“I collaborate with you integrating Assessment, Client-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Psycho-Education, and Mind/Body techniques.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Kayla Flowers

Kayla Flowers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chesterland, OH


“I always say that everyone could use a counselor at some point in their life because life is just hard.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
April Young

April Young

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Akron, OH


“I bring a lot of psychoeducation to my sessions. My clients love being able to understand why their brain and body are reacting or doing the things that they are doing.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Michael Tolloti

Michael Tolloti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“My style is kind, direct, goal-oriented, and strengths based, supporting you in gaining insight and helping you work toward meeting your goals.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Oshaughnessy

Lisa Oshaughnessy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“I want to help you feel better. Plain and simple. I want you to know that together we are going to get better.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bernadette Sisk

Bernadette Sisk

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized. I believe treatment works best when clients feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions about their care.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Renee Leber

Renee Leber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berlin Heights, OH


“I intentionally cultivate a relaxed and grounded atmosphere in sessions because therapy should feel like a space where you can exhale and just be.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Megan Marcinowski

Megan Marcinowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ashland, OH


“My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and hope as we work toward meaningful change.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Isabella Foley

Isabella Foley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canfield, OH


“My style is warm, curious, and grounded. I value both insight and practical change, and I try to meet each client where they are rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iyesha Bush

Iyesha Bush

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Clients often describe my style as warm, honest, and practical. I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative process where you feel safe enough to explore difficult experiences while also gaining tools that help you feel stronger and more...”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Amy Prichard

Amy Prichard

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


20+ years helping youth, adults and families work through grief and trauma, restore relationships, and build healthier thought and behavior patterns. Specializing in helping clients in transition or facing a dilemma.

Licensed Counselor & Certified Coach with lived experience as Ohio Hall of Fame DI basketball player & coach, espn color analyst, C-level corporate executive, non-profit leader, cancer survivor, later in life adoptive parent, and member of multi-racial family.

Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Storey Sorensen

Storey Sorensen

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am a trauma specialist and I believe we grow in unexpected ways when trauma stops being the primary driver of thoughts and behavior.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Sandy Kurka

Sandy Kurka

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy is a place where you can talk about anything you need to discuss or even "dump the whole bucket out".”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Alyssa Greening

Alyssa Greening

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Alyssa works with adolescents and adults, guiding them through anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and the lasting effects of trauma. With specialized training in trauma-informed care, CBT, and trauma processing, she helps clients build coping skills, strengthen boundaries, and navigate family dynamics with confidence and resilience. Alyssa takes a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy, creating a safe space where clients can explore, heal, and grow at their own pace. When she’s not in session, Alyssa enjoys hiking with her two golden retrievers, expanding her plant collection, and spending time on the golf course.

Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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 Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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