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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in West Virginia
Connect with 171 licensed providers across West Virginia through Headway. Aetna members pay $0-$25 per session with insurance coverage for virtual or in-person talk therapy and medication management.
What led me to become a therapist...
When I was a child, my mother taught me a poem called “Children Learn What They Live.” It had a big influence on me – so much so that I knew at age 15 that I wanted to work with kids.
When I was a junior in college, the unimaginable happened, as I lost my teenaged brother. That tragedy affected me profoundly, igniting a passion for turning life’s lemons into lemonade.
I had a mission: to help people who are suffering but don’t know how to change it.
I completed my counseling training at Marshall University and am a licensed professional counselor who truly believes in the power of connection and growth. My goal is to create a safe, caring, and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted. Together, we’ll work to uncover your strengths, explore life’s challenges, and move toward the changes you want to see. I use evidence-based therapies and personalized treatment plans to meet your unique needs and goals. Whether you’re facing life transitions, relationship struggles, or simply seeking personal growth, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and well-being.
I became a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner because I genuinely believe that everyone deserves support that feels real — not rushed, not clinical, and never one-size-fits-all.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist based in southern West Virginia. I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, self-worth challenges, life transitions, and family stressors.
I am especially passionate about helping children and teens develop emotional regulation skills and helping adults build confidence, boundaries, and a stronger sense of identity.
As someone who serves rural communities, I understand the unique pressures families face — close-knit systems, generational patterns, limited resources, and the desire to “handle things on your own.” Therapy with me is a place where you don’t have to carry everything alone.
My Philosophy
I believe people are not “too much” — they are often carrying too much.
Therapy is not about fixing you. It’s about helping you understand yourself, regulate your emotions, and build a life that feels more steady and aligned.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides online mental health therapy services to West Virginia women ages 18 and over. I enjoy working with women of all ages, those dealing with high stress occupations, infidelity, relationship difficulties, PTSD, OCD, life transitions, and bipolar disorder. My office is a safe place to process your pain and explore your fears.
Hi, I have over 20 years' experience with 5+ of those years in telehealth. I am licensed in VA and WV. I focus on working with individuals over 18 and couples. Please view my website to get a more detailed information on my therapy approach, who I am and what I do, at www.tammyshowell.com - I look forward to meeting you!
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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