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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, SC

Find UnitedHealthcare-covered therapy in Columbia with Headway's network of 332 licensed providers. Sessions start with free consultations and copays range from $0-$40, with many clients saving 75% on mental health care through insurance.

Sarah Zell

Sarah Zell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

1313 Elmwood Avenue, Columbia, SC

“I am committed to helping clients develop and maintain better relationships with their friends, neighbors, family members, and co-workers.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Karon Hopkins

Karon Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away

3971a Southeastern Way, 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.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Anu John

Anu John

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


PMHNP with 7 years of experience and +16 years. of experience in the mental health field.

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

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Brandie Chaney

Brandie Chaney

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Brandie utilizes a relational approach which focuses on the role relationships play in shaping our daily experiences.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Stacey Shaw

Stacey Shaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

607 Briarwood Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC

“My approach is collaborative and strengths-based. Together we work to better understand how your brain works and develop practical strategies...”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Sean Pierce

Sean Pierce

Therapist

Virtual • Myrtle Beach, SC


“I enjoy helping people help themselves. Most of the time we aren't way off, we just need course corrections.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes,

Creative, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna,

Lutricia Chambers

Lutricia Chambers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“I specialize in mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, crisis stabilization, and the psychiatric needs of clients with complex medical conditions.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Brad Carsten

Dr. Brad Carsten

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chapin, SC


“I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, which means I help people navigate the rollercoaster of mental health with a blend of science and empathy.”

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

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna,

Charles Blickle

Charles Blickle

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My counseling style is collaborative and individualized. I work with each person to understand their concerns, identify goals, and develop strategies that support their emotional well-being.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Ashna Wallace

Ashna Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Clients and colleagues would describe me as warm, welcoming, and supportive of everyone that sits across from me.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

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.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Amrita Richards

Amrita Richards

Therapist

Virtual • Mount Pleasant, SC


“Trauma can leave you feeling disconnected or overwhelmed, but through evidence based therapy, your brain and body can begin to heal.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shukairo Baker

Dr. Shukairo Baker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, SC


“My approach to providing care is holistic and client-centered, ensuring that each individual receives tailored support based on their unique needs.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Jill Bedell

Jill Bedell

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I specialize in working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and trauma.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna,

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.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Quinn

Angela Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I have provided counseling services for the past ten years and have had the privilege of being able to help people work through trauma, build their sense of self-love...”

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

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna,

Narumi Amador

Narumi Amador

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Rather than telling you what to do, I like to explore all the possibilities, empowering you to make informed decisions that resonate with your heart.”

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

Affirming, Creative, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Chelsea Green

Chelsea Green

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe that no one is beyond repair or without hope, and with support and re-connection to what matters most we can hold tight to a vision of wholeness and wellbeing.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Creative, Participatory, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latricia Harvey

Latricia Harvey

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am very patient centered and utilize a lot of strengths and solution focus approach. With careful assessing, active listening, empathizing and providing autonomy; I have seen challenges translated into strengths and clients lead a rewarding life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Ashley Elkins

Ashley Elkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

926 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC

“I'm solely here to support you. Whatever your goals are for your treatment is what we will work on. I'm the bus, but you're the driver.”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Samaria Witherspoon

Samaria Witherspoon

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Hello! I'm so excited that you are here. Welcome to the start of something new! My name is Samaria Witherspoon, but I’m commonly known as Sam. I am an author, professor as well as the founder of Hidden to Healing, LLC providing individual, couples and family counseling to those that are struggling with trauma, anxiety, overall life satisfaction, depression, aggression, grief, substance abuse, and behavioral and emotional issues.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamye Soffer

Jamye Soffer

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I do a lot of work with trauma, grief, death and dying and sexual trauma. I also spend a great deal of time working with teens.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Moore

Kevin Moore

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“No psychobabble, goal-oriented, explore, talk, plan, focus on ones thinking, and develop an understanding of how one got to where they are.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Hayes

Amanda Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Helping others find hope is my favorite part of what I do. I am professionally licensed in both Georgia and South Carolina. My experience includes both in patient clients and private practice. I have much experience working with severe and persistant mental illness as well as less severe mental issues. such as coping, stress, anxiety, adjustment issues, communication issues etc. I have experience working with all populations to include children and adults.

Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues,

Affirming, Holistic, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Elcie Elysse-Ardain

Elcie Elysse-Ardain

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Clients will have their feelings validated and they feel heard. They will learn coping strategies to assist them with life's challenges.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Sharmane Grady

Sharmane Grady

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I want to help every client feel empowered and know that they are being provided with skills to be successful.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Maternal mental health,

Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Denise Rallis-Frutos

Dr. Denise Rallis-Frutos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“I get great satisfaction out of helping others gain insight and a new perspective, manage their emotions...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna,

Matthew Horton

Matthew Horton

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I aim to be present in session by offering a combination of validation, challenging (where appropriate), and humor (also where appropriate).”

Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues,

Direct, Humorous, Participatory

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Ondria Spivey

Ondria Spivey

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I work hard at creating a safe and welcoming space where clients can feel seen, heard, and supported...”

Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelsey Albano

Kelsey Albano

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe in the power of self-exploration and the profound impact it can have on mental well-being.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna,

Quintella Riley

Quintella Riley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am a warmth and compassionate mental health provider. My approach is usually displaying these traits with every client I encounter.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Alexandra Koszeghy

Alexandra Koszeghy

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am a big believer in the power of love, laughter, and real talk. My approach is rooted in empathy and encouragement—with a good dash of humor and heart.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Renee EB-Walton

Renee EB-Walton

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My training enables me to facilitate personal growth and self-discovery, helping individuals access their inner resources to overcome challenges and reduce suffering.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renete Washington

Renete Washington

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Refined Beginnings Counseling takes the focus off of issues and highlights solutions. Refined Beginnings Counseling LLC supports an environment that is least restrictive, provides for confidentiality, and convenience by offering tele-mental health services in Florida and both tele-mental health and office visits to clients in Georgia.

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Danielle Quat

Danielle Quat

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I specialize in working with women, young adults, members of blended families, and individuals with international life experiences.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. J'haria Dallas

Dr. J'haria Dallas

Therapist

Virtual • Columbia, SC


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and real. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Alexus Griffin

Alexus Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe you possess the resources and strengths to create positive change in your life. My role is to empower you to tap into those resources and find solutions that work for you.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janice Truszkowski

Janice Truszkowski

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach is very conversational. I'll really listen to you so I can help guide you to your own healing.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hutton England

Hutton England

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach is warm, curious, and collaborative. I often draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS)...”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Tiffany Lynch

Tiffany Lynch

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe strongly in the importance of offering support, enhancing motivation, and instilling hope, this approach guides my work and reflect my empathetic nature and my goal of fostering positive change.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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 United Healthcare plan

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

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.