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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Springfield, VA

Headway connects Springfield residents with Aetna-covered mental health providers across neighborhoods like Kingstowne, Cardinal Forest, and North Springfield. Sessions start as soon as the next day, with copays between $0-$40, and the average client saves 75% through insurance optimization.

Michael Lucas

Michael Lucas

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I create a nonjudgmental, grounded space where you can slow down, understand what's really going on beneath the surface, and start making choices that feel more aligned with the life you want.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Peace Peters

Peace Peters

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tysons, VA


“I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based treatment modalities so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Rebecca Hunter

Rebecca Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I approach therapy like a conversation—with curiosity, care, and a focus on what's actually helpful to you.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
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
Richard Harris

Richard Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that the individual person is the most important and that your relationship is 80% of the therapeutic process.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darren Felts

Darren Felts

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in the power of creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard and understood.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Phyllis Braxton Arnason

Dr. Phyllis Braxton Arnason

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Alvarez

Katherine Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Arlington, VA


“My style is both supportive and direct. I provide a safe, structured environment while also gently challenging unhelpful patterns.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Weese

Laurie Weese

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Broadway, VA


“My approach is client-centered and collaborative the client. Together, we will use therapeutic tools and techniques that focus on your own inner strength, abilities, and resources to reach your goals.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Olasunkanmi Abiodun

Olasunkanmi Abiodun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“My focus is not just on symptom management, but on helping you uncover the root causes of your struggles.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Tessa Fletcher

Tessa Fletcher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and mood disorders with a compassionate, client-centered approach.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, 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
Funmilayo Olugbemi

Funmilayo Olugbemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My treatment method consists of a person-centered approach with evidenced-based medication management; and while working as a team, I provide a combination of psychiatric medication, supportive/talk therapy, and encourage lifestyle changes.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Tonya Sims

Dr. Tonya Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“With over twenty years of experience in mental health, I have learned that true healing begins with connection.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Joseph Warren, II

Dr. Joseph Warren, II

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy has the power to transform your beliefs, feelings, and relationships when you have the right support.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Priscilla Witwer

Priscilla Witwer

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience in mental health and substance use services, and have a postgraduate Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy. I work with adults, with a particular passion for supporting women, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC individuals, as well as those navigating post-psychedelic integration.

Our therapeutic partnership begins with the understanding that you are a whole person — not a diagnosis, a symptom, or a set of circumstances. Together, we will explore how the intersections of identity, lived experience, trauma, mental health, and substance use shape your inner world and outer life across biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Michelle Shimizu

Michelle Shimizu

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm Afro-Latina, a mom, and someone who deeply understands what it means to navigate life at the intersection of multiple identities.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yama Bundu

Yama Bundu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fredericksburg, VA


Hi! I'm Yama, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of clinical and administrative experience spanning adult-gerontology, post-acute nursing, and advanced psychiatric care. My background is deeply interdisciplinary, which means I bring a broad, well-rounded perspective to every person I work with.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Mary Rice

Mary Rice

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a warm, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Khalil Collier

Dr. Khalil Collier

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can develop greater self-awareness, build resilience, and make meaningful changes that align with their values and goals.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clifford Marsh

Clifford Marsh

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Most clients describe me as empathetic and easy to talk to, based on online reviews from clients I have worked with.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Luda Wilner

Luda Wilner

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm a somatic therapist who believes that healing happens when we feel safe enough to come home to ourselves, in our bodies, in our stories, and in our truth.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Bigler Tafolla

Megan Bigler Tafolla

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take an action-oriented, collaborative approach to therapy... to offer meaningful insight to support clients' healing.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Olga Sears

Olga Sears

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


Hi, I’m Olga Sears, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adults navigate life’s challenges with compassion and understanding. I provide holistic, evidence-based care for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, and ADHD. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard, respected, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward healing.

Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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
Dr. Janita Daggy

Dr. Janita Daggy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Staunton, VA


“As an individual with a complicated history, I understand the importance of healing the person as a whole spirit, soul, and body at one's own pace.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Silvia Phoebus

Silvia Phoebus

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is direct but supportive — I believe in honest conversations, gentle accountability, and building emotional strength without shame.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Kristina Mills-Gregory

Kristina Mills-Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Goals are specific to the individual, and we will set goals together. Each goal will be to work towards the overall goal of feeling better.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Chidinma Eze

Dr. Chidinma Eze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“I am a dual-board certified family and Mental health nurse practitioner. I believe in holistic care when providing care to my patients.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Charles Barwon

Charles Barwon

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm and relational. I use evidence-based care. I specialize in helping manage anxiety, depression, and emotional problems with compassion and care.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Ndichu

Eric Ndichu

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I meet my clients where they are, help them navigate any challenges they maybe facing in an empowering, supportive and strength based way.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Troy Waller

Troy Waller

Therapist

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


Dr. Troy A. Waller, a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than two decades of experience, provides services across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. He focuses on trauma recovery and offers consultation to government agencies and hospital regarding stress, anxiety, and mental health concerns.

Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Moronke Aboyewa

Moronke Aboyewa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I create a warm, empathetic space where you feel safe to explore, question, and process life circumstances without judgment.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Meagan Barksdale

Meagan Barksdale

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is open-minded, unbiased, and nonjudgmental. I bring warmth, humor, practical skills, and solution-focused tools into therapy while avoiding toxic positivity or generic, one-size-fits-all counseling.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Indu Pillai

Indu Pillai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My diverse clinical background has shaped a compassionate, patient-centered approach grounded in empathy, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Grace Akinpetide

Dr. Grace Akinpetide

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arlington, VA


My practice is rooted in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care designed to help you navigate and improve your mental well-being. I believe in a comprehensive treatment model with evidence-based medication management and tailored interventions.

I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and the mental health complexities of chronic medical illness. My expertise also extends to sleep disorders, stress reduction, and dual diagnosis.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Ashley McBride

Ashley McBride

Therapist

Virtual • Portsmouth, VA


“My approach to therapy is holistic. We can laugh, cry, be serious, or silent. I'm here to meet you where you are, without judgment...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tristyn Joffe

Tristyn Joffe

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Personal Statement

Trauma has a way of convincing you that you're stuck, broken, or always waiting for the next bad thing to happen. The good news? None of that has to be your forever. I work with young adults who are tired of just surviving. Whether you're dealing with PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, relationship patterns that keep repeating themselves, or emotions that seem to have a mind of their own, we'll figure it out together. My therapy style is anything but robotic. I show up as a real person, and I invite you to do the same. Therapy with me is collaborative, creative, and tailored to who you are.

Aetna + 5 others
Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Davis

Felicia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi, I’m Felicia, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life’s hardest seasons.

I specialize in helping people navigate trauma, grief, medical stress, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, honest, and grounding — I create a safe space where you can be fully yourself while also receiving real support and guidance. My goal is to help you feel seen, stronger, and more equipped to heal.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, 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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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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