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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Virginia

Headway provides Virginia residents with access to thousands of providers accepting Aetna, enabling you to find the right fit for your needs. Sessions available as early as tomorrow with copays between $0-$35, letting you prioritize your wellbeing without financial stress.

Dr. Lisa Poirier

Dr. Lisa Poirier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Manassas, VA


“I specialize in the medication management of mood disorders including major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder; anxiety disorders...”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Darleen Wodzenski

Dr. Darleen Wodzenski

Therapist

Virtual • Vienna, VA


“Our approach is respectful, gentle, compassionate, evidence-based. We incorporate serious brain-based mental health modalities into a caring person-centered format to support healing.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Patricia Geel

Patricia Geel

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic style is engaging and collaborative exploring with each client the strengths they already have to find solutions.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanne Assarsson

Joanne Assarsson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


As a licensed clinical social worker with a master’s degree from The National Catholic School of Social Services, I bring extensive experience from my work in university-based teaching hospitals and ambulatory care clinics. My practice focuses on supporting adults and their caregivers through challenges such as anxiety, depression, complex medical conditions (acute and chronic), medical trauma, loss, grief, and significant life transitions.

I have a specialization in guiding individuals and their caregivers through the cancer journey, encompassing every phase—from diagnosis and treatment to recovery, survivorship, and end-of-life care. I have also worked extensively with patients undergoing stem cell transplants, CAR-T and immunotherapy.

My training and experience also includes helping individuals manage disorders of the brain-gut interaction. Support, education and strategies address the connection between the mind and gastrointestinal health. Recognizing that everyday stressors can greatly affect your well-being, I adapt my clinical approach to suit a variety of life situations, always tailoring care to meet your unique needs.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Megan Darkins

Megan Darkins

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is laid back, and I approach therapy with warmth, compassion, and a little humor sprinkled in.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Lisa Price

Lisa Price

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Solution Focused, and person-centered approaches to meet you where you are.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Chapman

Ashley Chapman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi there—I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University. I work with adults facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, past trauma, relationship struggles, and substance use. My style is warm, supportive, and down-to-earth. I use tools from CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based approaches, but most importantly, I meet you where you are—no pressure, no judgment.

I believe therapy works best when it feels like a real, human connection. You don’t have to be in crisis to reach out, and you don’t have to have everything figured out to begin. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just trying to understand yourself better, I’m here to help you explore what’s going on and find new ways to cope and move forward.

On a personal note, I know what it’s like to go through hard seasons and come out the other side. That lived experience helps me show up with empathy and honesty. If you're looking for someone who will listen without judgment and walk with you as you work toward real, lasting change—I'm here.

Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Amanda Cole

Amanda Cole

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My ambition is to combine the technical experience gained from the science of psychology with my desire to fulfill my professional, ethical, and Christian commission: To utilize my skills and training to give hope to the hopeless, heal the sick, and...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sam Swartzendruber

Sam Swartzendruber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


“I provide a confidential space in which you'll receive unconditional support and validation - things we all need, but don't always get.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shana Owens

Shana Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have a very casual approach to therapy that allows my clients to feel heard,learn about themselves in a healthy way and empowered to meet their personal therapeutic goals.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. LaShawn Faison-Bradley

Dr. LaShawn Faison-Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“She collaborates with the clients regarding their psychological or emotional issues to aid them in developing the strategies that will assist them to develop and implement changes that will assist them in progressing towards their goals and leading...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Gurjot Toor

Dr. Gurjot Toor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Leesburg, VA


Welcome!! I’m glad you’re here and ready to take this step toward your wellbeing.

As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s unique needs. I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and other mood or stress-related conditions. In addition to these focus areas, I also support clients dealing with trauma, grief, panic disorders, OCD, relationship and family issues, maternal mental health, and cultural or identity-related stressors.

Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, I value inclusivity and cultural understanding in my work. My goal is to make clients feel truly seen, heard, and supported as they take steps toward emotional well-being and resilience.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Garcia

Kimberly Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I especially enjoy working with first-generation adults and adult children of immigrants navigating anxiety, trauma, relationships, boundaries, and life transitions.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Nevin

Kathryn Nevin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a trauma survivor myself, I have great respect for those who wish to embark on the journey of healing.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Nicole Kleiman

Nicole Kleiman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and I pull from Internal Family Systems Therapy, CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Melanie Parks

Melanie Parks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Arlington, VA


“My therapeutic goals focus on providing high-quality mental health care through a holistic approach.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Harris

Carrie Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Richmond, VA


“Within our first session, you can expect someone who will display and empathy, compassion, patience and strong communication and active listening skills.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joyce Brownell

Joyce Brownell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm passionate about providing a supportive, nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can flourish.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Romanayah Opincar-Hughes

Romanayah Opincar-Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I assist individuals with coping skills for internal resolution, trauma integration and mindful living to achieve a greater sense of presence and choice.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Matthew Sandford

Matthew Sandford

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is to really get to know someone. I believe productive therapy happens in the context of a safe relationship.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Dr. Kelley Olds

Dr. Kelley Olds

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 25 years of clinical experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, and families find clarity, resilience, and lasting change.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Patricia Ortez Aparicio

Patricia Ortez Aparicio

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a collaborative, non-judgmental approach to counseling that focuses on identifying each family's unique strengths and challenges.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Seffrin

Theresa Seffrin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“After more than 20 years of learning and helping people through thousands of sessions, I have developed a holistic and compassionate approach...”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gregory Pate

Dr. Gregory Pate

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Burns

Sarah Burns

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process centered on a secure and trusting relationship between client and therapist.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maiszie Meade-Mills

Maiszie Meade-Mills

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“My motto is "the way out is in." I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, and a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider.”
Aetna + 15 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Thaddeus Garland

Dr. Thaddeus Garland

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Arlington, VA


“I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist and I have been treating patients across the lifespan for over 15 years.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nneka Wogu

Nneka Wogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy and medication management should be a collaborative journey. You are the expert on your life.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Christy Hines

Christy Hines

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and incorporates a strengths-based approach in her work with clients.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Candice Bullock

Candice Bullock

Therapist

Virtual • North Chesterfield, VA


“She has over 5 years' experience working as a Qualified Mental Health Professional - Child (QMHP-C) where she worked with children and adolescence between the ages of 5 and 15.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sharline Mashack

Sharline Mashack

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Richmond, VA


I’m Dr. Sharline Mashack, a board-certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I specialize in treating patients with conditions ranging from ADHD to schizophrenia. I use a holistic approach combined with evidence-based practices to develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide psychotherapy.

As a military spouse, I’ve had the opportunity to work in several areas of the healthcare system, learning from experienced leaders along the way. I earned both my Master’s and Doctorate in Nursing.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Ann Fornes

Mary Ann Fornes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Virginia Beach, VA


“I use EMDR to help reprocess painful memories, and I integrate Inner Child Therapy with IFS (Internal Family Systems), also known as parts work, a powerful and effective approach for relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Lively

Melissa Lively

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe you are the expert of your own life. My role is to create a supportive space where we work together...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Peggy Blaylock

Peggy Blaylock

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients often tell me they feel seen and valued in our work together. I bring warmth, curiosity, humor, and straight talk into the therapy room...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
April St. John, Lpc, Lmft

April St. John, Lpc, Lmft

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide biblically grounded, emotionally safe therapy for Christian women navigating anxiety, burnout, faith struggles, and life transitions.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ingrid Middleton

Ingrid Middleton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“In my practice, I utilize a comprehensive approach that integrates various therapeutic techniques to address the complex needs of my clients.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Lawrencia Oppong Peprah

Lawrencia Oppong Peprah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to helping individuals across the life span achieve mental health balance and resilience. My approach combines medication management with supportive therapy, always tailored to your unique needs.

Clients often describe me as compassionate, collaborative, and practical. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, or life transitions, I provide evidence-based care in a welcoming environment where you can feel heard and supported.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
LeRoger Parrish

LeRoger Parrish

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


“I utilize evidence-based techniques and approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, self-compassion, and motivational interviewing...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Morton

Sandra Morton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to motivate and facilitate my clients goals utilizing evidenced-based interventions, a broad range of experience, humor, a bit of intuition, and a few tricks of my own.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Tyler Cole

Tyler Cole

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to help people move beyond feeling stuck and build lives that feel more meaningful and aligned with their values.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

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.

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