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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Birmingham, AL

Access mental health support in Birmingham with Aetna coverage through Headway's network of 658 licensed providers. With copays ranging from $0-$40, you can connect with a therapist for virtual or in-person sessions as soon as next day, letting your insurance do the work while you focus on your care.

Brooke Hill

Brooke Hill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.2 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“My goal is to help you feel heard, empowered, and equipped to move forward with confidence and healing.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Rekita Jackson

Rekita Jackson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.4 mi away • Birmingham, AL


Hello. My name is Rekita Jackson and I am the owner of 2nd Chances Better Choices Counseling and Consulting Services. I'm a Licenced Professional Counselor and also hold certifications in Grief Couseling and Anger Management. I have over 20 years of experience in helping people within the behavioral / mental health community.

I specialize in individual, family and group counseling. My particular interests are working with individuals who are struggling with personal life stressors, depression, anxiety, anger, grief, substance abuse and re-entry counseling.

Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Lauren Foster

Lauren Foster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.4 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alabama who is passionate about creating a warm, supportive space where clients feel truly seen and heard.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Roy Chambers

Roy Chambers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Birmingham, AL


Hello everyone! My name is Roy Chambers IV. I work with children, adolescents, and adults while specializing in trauma, depression, anxiety, adhd, grief, and stress. I have 7 years of experience with children, adolescents, and adults.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Sciacca

Katherine Sciacca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • Mountain Brook, AL


“The therapy room is our laboratory. It is a place where we explore possibilities, deconstruct illusions, and release what we no longer want to carry with us.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Andria Bradley

Andria Bradley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“I believe therapy is not about fixing who you are, but about creating space to know yourself more deeply, heal from painful experiences, and develop tools to build a life that feels meaningful and aligned with your values.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Whitney Shelton

Whitney Shelton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Vestavia Hills, AL


“I take a laid-back, approachable style to therapy, creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself no pressure, no judgment.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Shari Nehemiah

Shari Nehemiah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Vestavia Hills, AL


“I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space while also encouraging growth and accountability.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jordyn Diggs

Jordyn Diggs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Vestavia Hills, AL


“Your sessions with me will offer an opportunity to think out loud, process your thoughts, receive feedback and gain insight on your mental health.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Tara Lawton

Tara Lawton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Hoover, AL


“My style is open, nonjudgmental, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership—one where you feel safe to be vulnerable, explore difficult emotions, and take steady steps toward growth.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Karen Blackburn

Karen Blackburn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Hoover, AL


“I feel honored to work with adults 45 and older, supporting them through life transitions and the deep challenges of grief.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Maegan McRoberts

Maegan McRoberts

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“We won't just sit around talking about your stress. We will actively map out your unhelpful thinking patterns and build concrete behavioral strategies to reset both your mind and your body.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rickeyta Snell

Rickeyta Snell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Vestavia Hills, AL


Hi there!

I’m a mental and emotional wellness therapist dedicated to helping you find greater fulfillment in life. Embracing your unique experiences with curiosity and respect, I acknowledge you as the expert of your life in our work together. I have a BA in psychology from Auburn University and a Master's in counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Additionally, I have extensive training and experience in marital/premarital counseling, couples counseling, and relationship issues.

Aetna + 4 others
Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin White

Kristin White

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Hoover, AL


“I integrate evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a warm and empathetic style, empowering clients to find clarity and balance in their lives.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Graham

James Graham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“Through trauma-informed narrative therapy, I aim to hold a broad and open space for you to share your story.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Verrick Taylor

Verrick Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“My desire is to support and empower each individual with awareness, skills, and courage to transition to more preferred positions in living.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Martina Dailey

Martina Dailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“I create a space that values each individual's unique perspective, encouraging open communication and a collaborative approach to treatment.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Chernell Bizzell-Barnett

Chernell Bizzell-Barnett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Vestavia Hills, AL


“My approach to therapy is to tenderly and respectfully help individuals start an authentic healing journey.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Haley Goerke

Haley Goerke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Hoover, AL


“As a new mother, I have become passionate about working with new moms as they navigate the profound transition into motherhood.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bailey Parker

Bailey Parker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Hoover, AL


“My goal is to create a warm, safe, and encouraging environment where you can feel comfortable being open and vulnerable while also feeling supported and empowered.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Susan Rohwedder

Susan Rohwedder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Birmingham, AL


I am a licensed professional counselor. I have been working in the mental health field for over six years. I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I love working with people from all walks of life.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jasmine Nichols

Jasmine Nichols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“I often use an integrative approach to treatment. That means that I adapt interventions from different theories and treatment modalities based on the clients needs and presenting problems.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jennifer Thompson

Jennifer Thompson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“Working with adults, children, and families for over 30 years has given me the opportunity to see individuals overcome many challenging situations and gain valuable tools to cope with life's stressors.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Danna Perdue-Melton

Danna Perdue-Melton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Hoover, AL


“My approach is a combination of behavioral and client-centered... I assist you in developing skills to work through your problems and find your own solutions.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brion Carlson

Brion Carlson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Birmingham, AL


Are you feeling stuck between who you are and who you know you were meant to be? I help clients grappling with meaning, mortality, authenticity, and purpose. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I specialize in depression, anxieties, and addictions that have these deeper existential roots. I help people struggling with shame, loneliness, heartbreak, aging, illness, grief, and loss of meaning build a life worth living and a Self worth living it. I believe in building new skills. But my ultimate aim is to help you find and liberate your higher Self.

Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Japonica Bryant

Japonica Bryant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I believe therapy is not just about coping—it's about transforming how you see yourself and what you believe is possible.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Stoudenmire

Janet Stoudenmire

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Bessemer, AL


I am Janet P. Stoudenmire-Smith, owner of Alabama Wellness and Recovery Services and a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S). I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, families, veterans, and court-referred clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management concerns, substance use issues, family conflict, stress, and life transitions. My goal is to help clients find healing, hope, and wellness.

Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tiffany Dupree

Tiffany Dupree

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“She is passionate about caring for the whole person to improve physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Whitnee Brown

Dr. Whitnee Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Hoover, AL


“I am passionate about providing quality evidence-based care. In addition to medication management, my goal is to empower clients to gain insight, develop coping skills, and make positive changes in their lives.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Karmel Mayo

Karmel Mayo

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Helena, AL


Are you longing for a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported? When anxiety, PTSD, depression, life transitions, etc. begin to weigh heavily, it can feel difficult to move forward. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental environment where healing and hope can begin to take root.

I am a graduate of the University of Alabama’s Master’s program in Rehabilitation Counseling, with a focus on recovery, and I bring additional experience from working in foster care and educational settings. This background informs my trauma-aware, person-centered approach.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Alexandria Cottrell

Alexandria Cottrell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Pelham, AL


“With understanding of how intersectionality and identity shape mental health, I help clients identify and apply self-care practices and build self-compassion.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mandy Carter

Mandy Carter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Alabaster, AL


Your Story. Your Purpose. Your Identity. Healing isn't about becoming someone new—it's about uncovering who you've always been. Life has a way of shaping us. Painful experiences, trauma, loss, relationships, and fear can leave us carrying beliefs and protective patterns that once helped us survive, but now no longer serve us. Together, we'll explore your story, heal unresolved wounds, challenge limiting beliefs, and reconnect with the authentic identity that's been there all along.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Dotti Bailey

Dr. Dotti Bailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Alabaster, AL


“My practice focuses on understanding the neurobiology of the brain and how trauma impacts the mind–body connection.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Crystal Crim

Crystal Crim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Alabaster, AL


“I believe that each person has a story that deserves to be heard; I want to help people share their stories.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Rashada Smith

Rashada Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, AL


“My background in community mental health and military service has shaped my calm, grounded, and compassionate approach.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Maggie Fowler

Maggie Fowler

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe healing happens when you feel truly seen and supported. I work with young adults and adults navigating eating disorders, substance use, mood disorders, and women's health challenges through a holistic approach that honors your whole self -...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Kennedi Lawson

Kennedi Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach to therapy is treating it like the journey it is. I have a mindful, guided approach that I hope will make you comfortable and promote grace and gratitude...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Savanna Shackelford

Savanna Shackelford

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have a particular passion for working with teenagers — meeting them with patience, respect, and a belief in their capacity to heal and grow.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
LaNitra Lee

LaNitra Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Hi, and welcome — I'm really glad you're here. I've been a licensed therapist for 8 years, and in that time I've sat with people through just about every kind of hard season: anxiety that won't let up, depression that makes everything feel heavy, the pull of substance use, anger that's costing you relationships, or a life transition that's left you unsure of who you are right now. Wherever you're starting from, you don't have to sort it out alone.

I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, anger management, relationship struggles, and the specific pressures that come with men's and women's issues. I earned both my undergraduate and graduate degrees from Troy University, and what grounds my work is a simple belief: change is possible for anyone willing to be honest with themselves — and I'll be right there alongside you for it.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bree Beech

Bree Beech

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy, focusing on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where they can speak openly.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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.