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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, SC

Connect with Aetna-covered therapists in Columbia's neighborhoods including Five Points, Forest Acres, and Shandon. Headway's network of 1,430 providers offers flexible sessions with copay ranges from $0-$30, letting you focus on your care without worrying about costs.

Dr. Ericka Hofmeyer

Dr. Ericka Hofmeyer

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am practical and patient, I look for empowerment and ways to grow resiliency, joy, and meaning in our lived experiences.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Erin Cantalini

Erin Cantalini

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I have been a therapist for 13 years. My training is in Expressive Arts Therapy, Somatic Work and Systems Therapies. I have worked in a variety of settings from outdoor education to residential and IOP. Most of my background has been in supporting individuals or families with children with complex developmental needs and neurodiversity. I love working with folks of all ages and backgrounds and am an ally.

Personally, I love crafting, cooking, paddle boarding and traveling to National Parks with my husband and two small children.

Thanks for taking the time to get to know me, and I look forward to knowing more about you!

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Energetic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brynton Lett

Dr. Brynton Lett

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe that the client is the expert on their own life. I approach counseling as a guide and co-pilot on your journey.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Watt

Kimberly Watt

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are. I help individuals, couples, teens, women in midlife, and LGBTQIA clients navigate trauma, church trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions with compassion and practical support. My approach is collaborative, honest, and focused on helping you create meaningful, lasting change.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara Swisher

Cara Swisher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Summerville, SC


“I'm warm, approachable, and down-to-earth. I believe every person who walks into my office is worthy of love, respect, and kindness.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Cally Allen

Cally Allen

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Therapy with me is collaborative and warm, while also extending curiosity and compassion to explore parts of you shaped by past patterns and experiences.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
DreNeka Boyd

DreNeka Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I provide a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and supported.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
TaKesha Brown

TaKesha Brown

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is to meet you where you are -provide a safe space, where you feel heard, understood and empowered.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Lonnie Bain

Lonnie Bain

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I approach therapy sessions with a sense of curiosity. I seek to build a foundation of trust with clients, to provide a space of safety with no judgement.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Alethia King

Alethia King

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


My name is Alethia King, and I am a License Clinical Mental Health Counselor and an Advanced Certified Grief Specialist. I specialize in working with adults who struggle with grief and anxiety issues. I have 24 years of clinical experience. I help by providing education and support in the grief process. I utilize empathy and compassion during this difficult time. In our first few sessions, you can expect a relaxed atmosphere where we share your loss and how you have been coping with your loss.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rhonda Ford

Rhonda Ford

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Denise Jones

Denise Jones

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina with over 25 years of experience working with teenagers and adults. I am also a Rostered Therapist for Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have provided services in an outpatient mental health clinic, Telehealth and a juvenile justice detention facility. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, trauma and anger management.

Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Stephane Yambaka

Stephane Yambaka

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am a psychodynamic therapist. Those are the foundations I approach my work with. I am also humanistic and seek to work on our counseling relationship by first establishing a rapport.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Madelyn Tiwari

Madelyn Tiwari

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Life doesn’t always give you time to catch your breath, whether you’re managing

anxiety and depression, moving through a stressful life transition, or facing a chronic

illness or end-of-life diagnosis. For over 12 years, I’ve helped adults and seniors find

steadier ground through anxiety, depression, chronic illness, end-of-life care, and the

stress of young adulthood, in a warm, empathic, and nonjudgmental space. If you’re

looking for a therapist to walk alongside you, I’d love to connect.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Tamara Wright

Tamara Wright

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with a strengths-based and insight-oriented lens to help you understand patterns, process experiences, and develop healthier ways of coping and connecting.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, 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
Stephanie Alford

Stephanie Alford

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I utilize a variety of therapeutic methods, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques...”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Michell Herring

Dr. Michell Herring

Therapist

Virtual • North Charleston, SC


“I am licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience, and I'm here to support you on your journey to a healthier, more fulfilling life.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tara Dixon

Tara Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“In therapy—somewhere that's meant to be a safe space to explore feelings—many still censor themselves, judging their feelings as "right" or "wrong" or "important" or "insignificant."”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Casey Cline

Casey Cline

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Using both creative expression and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I help clients better understand their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and build confidence as they navigate anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and work or...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Marjorie Gentry

Marjorie Gentry

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach is trauma-informed, warm, and grounded in real-world strategies you can use between sessions.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Travis Sutton

Travis Sutton

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My hope is that you feel safe and empowered to move forward collaboratively towards positive change in a space that allows us to practice evidence-based CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) that meets your goals.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kathy Wyant

Kathy Wyant

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Hello and thanks for being here!

Even though you might realize how important your mental health is, getting help isn't always easy or comfortable. In my years as a counselor I've come to realize that healing begins with being seen and heard. I would like to meet you where you are and help you move forward on your wellness journey.

Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Turkessa Allen

Turkessa Allen

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am a strong believer in meeting my clients where they are in order to recognize what they want out of the process and what they're willing to do to be a part of their own solution.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Kipfinger

Samantha Kipfinger

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative. In session, you can expect a calm, low‐pressure space where you don't have to perform, fix everything, or share more than you're ready for.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Eating disorders, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Patrick Argiro (Cousin Pat)

Patrick Argiro (Cousin Pat)

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and understood while also being challenged in ways that promote growth and accountability.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented
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 + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Allison Kenney

Allison Kenney

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


My goal is to meet you where you are, learn your goals, and support you

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jan McKiver

Jan McKiver

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My role is to help you navigate those moments with practical tools, thoughtful guidance, and steady support.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Badeau

Katherine Badeau

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical tools...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Thakur

Jennifer Thakur

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My hope for all clients is that they leave a session with me feeling heard, validated and empowered.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Nina Lopez

Nina Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am passionate about providing a safe space for people to do the hard work of self-reflection and find meaning and strength within themselves.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Simmons Hobson

Alisha Simmons Hobson

Therapist

Virtual • North Charleston, SC


“My goal is to meet you where you are, honor your right to self-determination, and empower you to uncover underlying concerns...”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Anna Campbell

Anna Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice with experience in supporting individuals and families through life's most challenging moments. My background includes case management, child and family services, and hospital-based social work within a Level I trauma center. I specialize in helping clients navigate crisis, trauma, and emotional distress with compassion, clarity, and evidence-based care.

l earned my Master's in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. My therapeutic approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and emotionally focused therapy to help clients build emotional awareness, strengthen coping skills, and foster healthy connections.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Doris Harrison

Doris Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is to create a supportive, relaxed, and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore challenges, build insight, and move toward meaningful change.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Cassie Carroll

Cassie Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Hi! My name is Cassie. I am a licensed clinical social worker in both GA and SC. I am devoted to helping individuals grow and overcome their obstacles in life. I have worked with clients from all walks of life. I am able to work with anyone.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Dr. Janet White

Dr. Janet White

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Janet is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Masters Addiction Counselor, National Certified Addiction Counselor II, NC: Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, International Clinical Certified Counselor, Supervisor, ICCS, NC/SC: Clinical Supervisor. and NC/SC: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor/Supervisor.

She has worked over 20 years with the population who has Substance use issues, chronic homelessness, mental health, medical, and behavioral issues. In addition, I serve the Faith based community, Christian counseling.

She is currently working with adults, couples and families. However my qualifications are in the area of adolescents, and adults; individuals, couples and family counseling; population of HIV/AIDS, Substance Use, Mental Health, Veterans issues, College students, Employee Assistance, and Trauma clients. In supervision, she qualified to supervise LPCs in North Carolina and South Carolina, as well as, SUD: LCASs, and CCSs in North Carolina and CCSs and CADCs in South Carolina.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Matthew Hilsmier

Matthew Hilsmier

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


My name is Matt, I'm a Licensed Clinical Therapist. I've spent the better part of 30 years working with people who have found themselves facing real challenges in life: Whether that be difficult life situations or transitions, families under pressure, schools in crisis, or youth struggling to find themselves. What I've learned is that every person can find their own strength and resiliency, even when it doesn't feel that way. I work from a holistic view, not just what's going on with you as a person, but how you relate to the people and environment around you. Change is possible, I would be honored to help be a part of yours.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Maria Vora

Maria Vora

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenville, SC


“As someone who has lived across cultures and witnessed the healing power of compassionate support, I bring a deep sense of empathy and cultural understanding into my work.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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