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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Manchester, CT

Aetna members in Manchester save an average of 75% on mental health care through Headway. Access talk therapy and medication management with flexible scheduling and free initial consultations from many providers.

Dawn Williams

Dawn Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I have 30 years of experience in the behavioral health field and supporting clients with evidence based skills and lived experience. Together we can explore your goals, struggles and successes. I specialize in anxiety, depression, substance use/misuse issues, stress and life transitions. My main approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Motivational techniques to help guide your self discovery. Professionals looking to navigate work related demands, I provide coaching and direction to maximize professional and leadership skills to meet your potential. We will work at your comfort level in a supportive environment of exploration and change.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Guillermo Diaz

Guillermo Diaz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Close personal experience with mental illness brought me this field and I bring unique insight and a deep passion for helping others on their mental health journeys.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Challenging, Direct, Humorous

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Mia Becton

Mia Becton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I create a safe space for you to share your story. I believe that each person is unique so my counseling approach will be tailored to what you need!”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Laura Tyson

Laura Tyson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work with teens and adults who are feeling anxious, stressed, depressed, unmotivated. I also work with transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, and lesbian and gay youth and adults.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Ryan Sforza

Ryan Sforza

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My framework consists of: Relational Psychodynamic/Interpersonal, CBT, and Life Course Approaches with the sensitivity drawn toward Trauma Informed Therapy practices.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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Jill Bennett

Jill Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • Shelton, CT


“My approach to treatment is interactive, strengths based, supportive, solution oriented and holistically supportive of body mind and spirit.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Priscila Podesta

Priscila Podesta

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I love to see people come home to themselves so they can fulfill the purpose closest to their hearts in this life.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Dr. Jeffrey Kilstein

Dr. Jeffrey Kilstein

Psychologist

Virtual • Stamford, CT


“I work with students, professionals, and parents to clarify the conflicts in their lives and build practical skills that increase confidence and competence in daily life.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Scully

Mary Scully

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Over the many years that I have cared for those who suffered terrible trauma, I've come to appreciate the strength of survivors and their ability to heal.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Lilyvette Perez

Lilyvette Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm warm but direct, and I use treatments with strong evidence behind them: Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and Prolonged Exposure (PE) for PTSD.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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Mari Flatt

Mari Flatt

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My counseling approach combines primarily person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and solution focused techniques.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Saul Zalta

Saul Zalta

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am an incredibly empathetic therapist who's joy is to provide a safe space to my clients. I utilize a variety of counseling theories in order to provide services. I am engaging and inquisitive and enjoy invoking humor within the sessions when appropriate.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Vincenzo Torizzo

Vincenzo Torizzo

Therapist

Virtual • New Milford, CT


“I like to show clients that everyone has limitless potential, and that they are stronger than they may know.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Christa Jacaruso

Christa Jacaruso

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use hypnotherapy, EMDR, and other evidence-based tools to get to the root of what's keeping you stuck, not just manage the symptoms.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ukashah Shabazz

Ukashah Shabazz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work collaboratively with clients to help them understand themselves and others more deeply and move toward growth that feels meaningful and lasting.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Dr. Shakira Espada-Campos, Dsw, Lcsw

Dr. Shakira Espada-Campos, Dsw, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Everything great that happens in therapy is because of the collaboration between the client and the therapist.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Allison Duggan

Allison Duggan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a certified oncology social worker (OSW-C). I specialize in supporting individuals who are coping with a cancer diagnosis, have a loved one with cancer, or are grieving. I have been in the field for nearly a decade, but have worked in the oncology, palliative care and bereavement space for the past 6 years.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Stefanie Westcott, NP

Stefanie Westcott, NP

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a holistic approach to psychiatric care with consideration of the biologic and psychosocial factors that make you who you are.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Sleep disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Robin Angoy

Robin Angoy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a spiritually driven and professionally trained Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist; licensed as a Professional Counselor, working for over 20 years.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Dr. Brandi Morgan

Dr. Brandi Morgan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Communication is a very important skill and remains the basis of my treatment as I seek first to understand then to be understood.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Pascale

Angela Pascale

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable, empowered, and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Nicholsen

Jason Nicholsen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm a psychotherapist and licensed clinical social worker who believes therapy should feel like a collaborative, honest, and supportive space—not another place where you feel judged or like you need to have it all figured out.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Vitoria Basora

Vitoria Basora

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I personalize each treatment plan for each individual, not based on a one-size-fits-all, robotic, regimen.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Susan McGowan

Susan McGowan

Therapist

Virtual • Fairfield, CT


“I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and primarily use positivity to encourage and empower individuals to make changes.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Venesa White

Venesa White

Therapist

Virtual • Bristol, CT


Hello, and welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care. My practice focuses on supporting young and middle-aged adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD symptoms, and life transitions, as well as working mothers and new moms balancing the demands of family, career, and personal well-being.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Diehl

Brian Diehl

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Using supportive language, a belief that change is possible and the inherent power of the human spirit, I will walk with you though the changes you seek.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Anabela Pereira

Anabela Pereira

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Throughout my career, I've worked with a broad range of concerns including relationship abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, divorce, family conflict, and parenting.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Ogechi Ebere

Ogechi Ebere

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I don't believe in one-size-fits-all care, so I take the time to truly get to know you and what you are going through before we build a treatment plan together.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Hannah Jackson

Hannah Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotions and experiences.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlene Carr

Charlene Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, the elderly, and individuals navigating mental health challenges and grief and loss.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Ellen Goodrich

Ellen Goodrich

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I believe therapy should feel supportive, practical, and empowering. Clients often describe me as warm, direct, and easy to talk to. I work with adults who want to better understand their emotions, patterns, and relationships, and I focus on helping clients build skills they can actually use in daily life. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start—just a willingness to show up.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Francis Capalbo

Francis Capalbo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that all of us have personal strengths that can be employed in the service of therapy, and that one of my jobs is to encourage clients to recognize their resilience and to build on same.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Stephanie Gaete

Stephanie Gaete

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Life can be a lot. Between juggling work, friends and family life, anxiety and sadness can sneak up on you. Therapy isn’t about lying on a couch while someone silently nods, it’s about having a real convo with someone who gets it. Together, we’ll work together out how to quiet the noise, boost your mental health, and build habits that make life feel less like survival mode and more like you actually living it. Life throws curveballs — and when we don’t fully process them, they can sneakily pile up as stress, anxiety, or that heavy feeling you just can’t shake. That’s where therapy comes in.

My mission is simple: create a space where you can express yourself, shake off the weight you’ve been carrying, and explore who you’ve been, who you are, and who you want to become. A safe zone for real talk and growth. EMDR (a way of helping your brain re-file old memories so they don’t keep hitting the panic button), systems theory, person centered theory.

Therapy with me isn’t about lying on a couch in awkward silence. It’s modern, collaborative, sometimes even a little fun — because growth doesn’t always have to feel heavy. I’m open-minded yet structured and here to make the process feel less like a chore and more like a genuine reset.

For insurances I do not accept: Out of network provider: 4 questions to ask insurance representative: Does your plan include "out-of-network" coverage for mental health? What is your annual deductible for mental health benefits? What is your co-insurance? (What percentage does the plan cover?) Is there a limit on sessions?

Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

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Natasha Bush

Natasha Bush

Therapist

Virtual • Bristol, CT


“I firmly believe that you shouldn't feel judged for your interests, lifestyle, or identity; rather, you should have the opportunity to embrace them...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Margaret Miller

Dr. Margaret Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Greenwich, CT


“Margaret believes firmly in the power of the patient-provider relationship when it comes to providing care.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Biehl

Emily Biehl

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a dedicated and compassionate licensed independent clinical social worker with a Master's in Social Work from Boston University.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Smith

Laura Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should provide a supportive space where you can gain insight into your experiences, identify meaningful goals, and develop practical tools for creating positive and lasting change in your life.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Creative, Humorous, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Vanessa Willis

Dr. Vanessa Willis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My work is rooted in curating a safe collaborative space for patients to be heard, supported, validated, and empowered to experience holistic healing.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolina Carrera

Carolina Carrera

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am an LCSW with years of experience working with teens and adults helping them navigate managing stress, gain coping skills, and family conflict. I am here to work with you to conquer whatever goals you'd like to achieve.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicola Pinto

Nicola Pinto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Life can be very tough at times, yet with available resources and support you can get through it. Are you diagnosed with or seeking a diagnosis and treatment of a mental health disorders? Are you struggling with substances use addictions? Are you struggling with family difficulties, work place related stress, maintaining strong family and friendship ties? Are you parent of or a person diagnosed with ID/DD? My varied skill set and work experiences as both a mental health nurse practitioner and clinician will be strong assets to you. Let's work together to get through this.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

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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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