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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Mcallen, TX

Whether you need support in McAllen's North 10th Street area, downtown, or surrounding neighborhoods, Headway's providers accept Aetna insurance. With copays ranging from $0-$30, flexible virtual and in-person sessions are available to fit your schedule.

Bridgett Farrell

Bridgett Farrell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have a background in working with adolescents in the juvenile justice system who struggle with a variety of issues including family conflicts, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and gang involvement.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Tiffany Cole

Tiffany Cole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe the best care starts with a genuine connection... I combine clinical expertise with a warm, down-to-earth approach that helps clients feel comfortable from day one.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Participatory
Nicole Sanich

Nicole Sanich

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy should be a safe, open, and supportive space where you can learn, grow, and reconnect with the best version of yourself.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Gonzalez

Andrea Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


With more than 20 years of experience, I've had the opportunity to support individuals and families through many different seasons of life. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling to find balance, or simply ready for something in your life to change, my goal is to provide a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood.

As a mother of four, I also understand firsthand how demanding different stages of parenting and family life can be. My experience has strengthened my passion for supporting parents, women, young adults, and teens as they navigate life's challenges. Together, we'll build on your strengths, improve communication and coping skills, and develop practical strategies that can help you feel more confident and equipped moving forward.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Valerie St Germain

Valerie St Germain

Therapist

Virtual • Conroe, TX


“I am passionate about supporting adults who have experienced trauma, utilizing motivational interviewing to instill hope and help them realize their capacity for change.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Catherina Lawson-Dunlap

Catherina Lawson-Dunlap

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Friendswood, TX


“In her compassionate work with individuals and families, Catherina focuses on identifying patterns of interaction and underlying emotions and thoughts that drive behaviors.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Blanca Garcia

Blanca Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use evidence-based, trauma-informed practices that emphasize corrective emotional experiences within a safe and supportive environment.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Kendra Essim

Kendra Essim

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I like to think of therapy as a conversation where you can show up as your authentic self with no judgement in order to reach your fullest potential.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Cody Cowan

Cody Cowan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that most clients have the resources to overcome most of their difficulties, but that they can benefit from guidance to help them make good use of those resources.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Tamala Crawford

Tamala Crawford

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or feeling overwhelmed, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. I am passionate about supporting teens and adults through life’s challenges.

I help with things like stress, anxiety, life transitions, and emotional struggles, and I believe in meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work to build coping skills, strengthen your confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change. My goal is to help you feel empowered, balanced, and better equipped to navigate everyday life.

Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jo Love

Jo Love

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe healing happens when people are given the space to process their experiences without judgment while also building practical tools for growth and emotional wellness.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kira Ruben

Kira Ruben

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My hope is to provide you with the realistic tools, insight and perspective to know that even when you FEEL there is nothing but darkness, loneliness and hopelessness, you possess the power to strive for, overcome and maintain serenity through it...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ashley Lott

Ashley Lott

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to make my clients become a better human being in some area of their life whether its to be a better parent, partner, child or professional.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Samantha Webb

Samantha Webb

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


I earned my M.Ed. in Counselor Education from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA. My path into the counseling field has been shaped by a deep passion for both the healing process and holistic wellness. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work in various levels of care, including residential and intensive outpatient settings, where I gained invaluable clinical experience and a deeper appreciation for mental health care..

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roderick Smith

Roderick Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use an interactive, cognitive behavioral approach, offering tailored, practical support to help you overcome challenges and achieve personal growth.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Inbal Gurari

Inbal Gurari

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help you develop greater clarity, self-trust, and confidence in your own perceptions, needs, and decisions.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Morales

Emily Morales

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that healing happens in safe, nonjudgmental spaces where clients can show up fully as themselves.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Moya

Leslie Moya

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I bring practical and effecient tools that you can use from the very first session and beyond our work togther.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Johnson

Amanda Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Sherman, TX


“I empower you with practical tools to explore the deepest parts of yourself, heal across time, and step into a more authentic, fulfilled life.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Carla Casillas

Carla Casillas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Midlothian, TX


“I prioritize safety and regulation first. Before any reprocessing, I make sure clients have grounding skills and emotional stability.”
Aetna + 7 others
Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Valerie Lewis

Valerie Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am focused on building a great relationship with clients that is focused on working together towards the goals that the client has set for themselves.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Seantia King

Seantia King

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I balance empathy with honesty and practical tools so that therapy feels both emotionally supportive and genuinely helpful in your everyday life.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Erin Nemons

Erin Nemons

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is supportive, honest, and person-centered. I believe healing happens when people feel safe, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Karina Cole

Karina Cole

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


If you are struggling with anxiety or dealing with a major change in your life, I can help. You have choices when it comes to your career, relationships, and family. I will speak with you openly about your feelings and help you to gain new perspectives and solutions. I work closely with men and women facing many situations, including how to deal with a complicated relationship, family and work problems, or the loss of loved ones. My approach to healing combines traditional therapies with holistic approaches, while drawing on the individual’s spiritual practices and developing new coping strategies Now accepting new clients in New York and Texas!

Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Corbitt

Stephanie Corbitt

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I tailor therapy to fit your needs—whether you want immediate coping tools or long-term transformation.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Melina Castillo

Melina Castillo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grapevine, TX


“I believe clients are the experts in their own lives, and my role is to support, empower, and guide them as we work together to identify strengths, explore challenges, and develop practical solutions.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Gregory Nitz

Gregory Nitz

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a real conversation — open, collaborative, and free from preconceived notions about who you are or where you should be.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Andrea Morris

Andrea Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a compassionate, supportive space where clients can feel safe, understood, and empowered to heal.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Benjamin Wheeler

Benjamin Wheeler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My counseling approach, whether conducted in person or online, utilizes Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Amarachi Fapohunda

Amarachi Fapohunda

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Yilou Alyssa Gingrich

Yilou Alyssa Gingrich

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work with children through play-based therapy approaches as well as holistic mindfulness interventions.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brian Schwartz

Brian Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


help teenagers and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and the lasting effects of trauma. For more than 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals through some of life’s most difficult and overwhelming experiences.

My approach is warm, compassionate, and holistic, recognizing that healing involves caring for the mind, body, and spirit. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered as you work toward greater healing and emotional well-being.

Whether you are coping with trauma you have experienced firsthand or the effects of secondary trauma, you don’t have to navigate the journey alone. Together, we can identify your strengths, develop healthy coping strategies, and move toward greater hope, resilience, and well-being.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jennifer Plunkett

Jennifer Plunkett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“I am passionate about helping individuals become the best versions of themselves by creating a safe and supportive environment.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mayra Hernandez-Aguilar

Mayra Hernandez-Aguilar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Seguin, TX


I am a bilingual counselor providing supportive services in both English and Spanish, with a focus on personal growth and resilience; I help individuals and families navigate life transitions, cultural adjustment, and complex grief. My compassionate guidance empowers clients to find balance and lasting emotional well-being.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Basher Salem

Basher Salem

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


“I utilize a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, mindfulness techniques, and Brief Strategic Family Therapy "BSFT".”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Laura Sparkman

Laura Sparkman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“She uses a combination of therapy orientations tailored to the individual including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Family Systems Therapy to instill hope...”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Okwesa

Kate Okwesa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I'm a board-certified psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner offering direct, simple, and comprehensive mental health services and personalized care for high-functioning professionals dealing with anxiety and mood disorders.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Steven Balarin

Steven Balarin

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


If you've been struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, anger, or behaviors that keep getting in the way of the life you want, you don't have to figure it out alone. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) with 18 years of experience helping people rebuild their lives through criminal reentry. Today, I work with children, teens, adults, and couples who are looking for real change. Over the years, I've learned that no one is defined by their past, and I believe every person is capable of growth when they're given the right support.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Riana Fletcher

Riana Fletcher

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am deeply affirming of LGBTQIA+ identities and especially enjoy working with queer, trans, and gender-expansive clients.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Michele Walty

Michele Walty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Round Rock, TX


“I firmly believe that healing comes from within, which is strengthened by a willingness to lean into God and an openness to collaboration.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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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