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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Charleston, SC

Headway helps Charleston residents using Aetna access mental health support with flexible in-person and virtual sessions. Connect with providers across the city with copays between $0-$40, and many offer free initial consultations to find your ideal fit.

Thearica Bright-Mickle

Thearica Bright-Mickle

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Thearica is a warm and encouraging psychotherapist known for her compassionate, client-centered approach.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Nikki Wooten

Dr. Nikki Wooten

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Dr. Wooten has been licensed as a clinical social worker since 1998 and a college professor since 2009. She has practice experience with children and families who have had traumatic experiences, including military and veteran populations. Dr. Wooten takes a non-judgmental, solution-focused approach to helping relationships. She is an active listener who strives to empower clients and affirm unique experiences. Dr. Wooten is an Army veteran with over 33 years of experience. She has worked as a social worker at Navy Family Advocacy and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My counseling style is warm, direct, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Tawanna Frazier Lumpkins

Dr. Tawanna Frazier Lumpkins

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My style is warm, steady, and collaborative, and I bring years of experience in behavioral health along with advanced training in trauma and emotional wellness.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Harley Strickland

Harley Strickland

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Reaching out can be hard and I am here to help begin the process of healing and being there to help us become a better you. My goal and desire is to help teach you and provide you the essentials to overcome your obstacles. When life gets overwhelming at times, we forget to take care of ourselves. Depression and anxiety does not have to be a part of your everyday life.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Savannah Fyfe

Savannah Fyfe

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“With 18 years in behavioral health, I help adults manage anxiety, recover from substance use, and navigate major life transitions with practical, real-world strategies.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Knowles

Brooke Knowles

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach is to work with you to help you achieve your goals. I consider myself warm and affirming- I'm definitely not a tough-love kind of person.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Brandy Greenwell-Dorrian

Brandy Greenwell-Dorrian

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has been practicing since 2013. I provide virtual therapy for women, LGBTQ+ adults, and neurodivergent clients who are navigating anxiety, burnout, identity exploration, and the lingering impact of past relational or religious wounds and other trauma.

I focus on helping thoughtful, sensitive adults better understand their inner world, build healthier boundaries, and feel more aligned in their daily lives.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Tracey Julius

Tracey Julius

Therapist

Virtual • South 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.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Claudia Gallenstein

Claudia Gallenstein

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor and Spanish speaker with a passion for supporting people from diverse backgrounds in improving their mental health.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Jean Claffey

Jean Claffey

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I’ve spent over 25 years helping people work through anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and challenges related to military or veteran experiences. Many of the people I work with are tired of feeling stuck in distressing thoughts or emotional patterns and are ready to experience more peace, confidence, and control in their daily lives. My goal is to help you elevate your life experience — not just get through the hard parts.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Nicolette Burnette

Nicolette Burnette

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My therapeutic approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with person-centered and solutions-focused therapies...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Warren Keith Sikes

Warren Keith Sikes

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Our sessions look like a conversation, with challenges and suggestions emerging as your therapeutic needs are revealed.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Jennifer Lutz

Jennifer Lutz

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach blends evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with practical, real-life tools to help you feel more grounded, confident, and steady as you move toward meaningful change.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Robert Pritz

Robert Pritz

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“You will experience the growth you desire. As your therapist, I will commit myself to align with you and your desired outcomes.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Darrius Humphrey

Darrius Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Nikki Smith

Dr. Nikki Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“My military career taught me the meaning of resilience, dedication, and leadership under pressure and solidified my desire to focus on mental health with the same disciplined commitment and sense of duty to every single patient I treat.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Angela Davis

Angela Davis

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe that each person is the expert on their own life and possesses unique strengths, experiences, and insights.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Cavanagh

Nicole Cavanagh

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is to partner with clients in meaningful ways to promote healing, resilience, and growth—supporting them in maximizing their potential and moving toward greater health, balance, and overall well-being.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dayna Jones

Dayna Jones

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I also have extensive experience working with children and adolescents in developing healthy coping skills...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Dr. Johnice Moore

Dr. Johnice Moore

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My practice is grounded in collaboration, where your voice, values, and lived experiences guide the process of healing and growth.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sondra Booth

Sondra Booth

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Barbara O'Connor

Barbara O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, process your feelings, and be genuinely supported and understood.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Megan Cunningham

Megan Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • Aynor, SC


“I believe mental health care is apart of our overall well-being and should feel supportive, genuine, and transparent.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Irulan Henderson

Irulan Henderson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach to care is grounded in evidence-based practices, including medication management, psychotherapy, and mindfulness.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Mia Bush

Mia Bush

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My style is engaged and solutions-oriented, offering thoughtful feedback while helping clients set meaningful goals and feel empowered to work toward lasting change.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Linda Wickens

Dr. Linda Wickens

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Hi, I’m Dr. Linda Wickens, a doctoral-level therapist and coach who works with individuals navigating stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and patterns that keep them feeling stuck while preventing forward movement and growth. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or frustrated that change feels harder than it should.

Therapy and coaching with me are never one-size-fits-all. We work collaboratively to create a plan that is specific to you, your goals, and your capacity, adjusting pace and structure as your needs evolve. I focus on helping clients understand their patterns, build emotional awareness, and develop practical skills they can actually use in daily life.

I hold a Doctorate in Social Work and am a fully licensed clinical social worker, with over nine years of experience in the mental health field. My work integrates evidence-based therapy with a coaching-informed lens when appropriate, allowing sessions to be both supportive and goal-oriented while still making space to explore the past and its impact on the present.

Clients often describe my style as warm, direct, and collaborative. As part of my concierge model, clients work directly with me rather than an assistant, and I remain accessible to my clients outside of sessions through secure communication when needed. I believe growth happens through understanding, compassion, and honest conversation, and that progress is most sustainable when care feels personal, intentional, and consistent.

Please Note: I do not provide couples or marriage counseling. I do not treat adolescents under the age of 21. Additionally, I am not able to treat clients who are experiencing active suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors. If these services are needed, I encourage seeking a provider who specializes in these areas or contacting appropriate crisis resources if immediate support is required.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Coleman

Jennifer Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I myself have overcome trauma and worked through various issues in counseling which made me a stronger counselor empathizing with my client.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alexis Skelley

Alexis Skelley

Therapist

Virtual • South 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.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Kellie Cousino

Kellie Cousino

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Are you tired of being judged for not doing things the "normal" way? Has the world attempted to dim your light?”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Karon Hopkins

Karon Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Columbia, SC


“He has learned to approach individuals with empathy, active listening, and cultural humility, recognizing the importance of meeting people where they are while valuing their unique perspectives.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Charlotte Chrisp

Charlotte Chrisp

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach emphasizes building on your personal strengths and empowering you with tools and skills to overcome life's barriers and crises.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Shaquora Drayton

Shaquora Drayton

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


My qualifications and competence in the area of Counseling are founded on my education, work experience, and additional training in areas relating to the field of counseling. I have over five (5) years’ experience providing services to a wide range of populations including adolescents, adults and couples in school, outpatient, nonprofit, and virtual settings. My specialties include providing counseling services to adults, adolescents, and families surrounding depression, anxiety, trauma, life changes, and emotional regulation.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Cameron Gates

Cameron Gates

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I like to start from where the client is, identify the issues that are most significant to the client, set our goals, build our plan together and do check ins at the beginning of each session.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudel Wisdom-Bartley

Claudel Wisdom-Bartley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is that at the end of the session, you feel heard, respected, and hopeful, with a better understanding of your mental health.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Williams

Lori Williams

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Lori's approach is warm, direct, supportive and open minded. She seeks to partner with her clients with the goal of assisting them in creating healthy responses as they navigate through the unpredictability of life.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Marvin Davis

Marvin Davis

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am an Army veteran with extensive experience working with veterans, military personnel, civilians, individuals with disabilities, adolescents and juveniles, incarcerated populations, and individuals facing addiction-related challenges.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Danielle Whittington

Danielle Whittington

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“As a therapist for the past 18 years I have dedicated my life to being the best at helping people go from stuck to thriving, anxious to calm, hopeless to hopeful.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shatarra Salley

Shatarra Salley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Greer, SC


“My approach to providing care is meeting each individual patient where they are at and helping them become the best version of themself.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, 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.

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