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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Port Charlotte, FL

Access mental healthcare in Port Charlotte with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of 8,548 licensed providers. Sessions start at around $30 copay and can be conducted in-person or virtually. Find the right provider for your needs with free intake consultations available.

Gabriel Benaim

Gabriel Benaim

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach focuses on helping you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and body, so you're not just managing symptoms, but actually shifting the patterns behind them.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Jonathan Belolo

Jonathan Belolo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boca Raton, FL


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself, explore what's keeping you stuck, and work toward meaningful change.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin McPeak

Justin McPeak

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


Justin McPeak is a warm, approachable, and patient-focused psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 11 years of experience in the healthcare field. He holds board certifications in psychiatry, family medicine, emergency medicine, and critical care, which gives me a broad clinical perspective. While his career has spanned several specialties, he found his true passion in mental health. He is deeply motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people he serves.

Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Athina Smalios

Athina Smalios

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, grounded, and compassionate, and I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can be fully honest without fear of judgment.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Joseph Lalia

Dr. Joseph Lalia

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Florida


Board-certified in Adult and General Psychiatry in 2016. Fellowship trained in Forensic Psychiatry. Since 2016, I have worked in the field of addiction, forensics, and private practice, as a clinical and forensic psychiatrist.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Walter Thamsten

Walter Thamsten

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Welcome! Taking the first step toward seeking support can be one of the hardest — and most meaningful — parts of the journey. I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals from all walks of life and have found that our greatest challenges often open the door to growth and change. My background is in mental health counseling, with experience supporting clients through substance use concerns, relationship and marital issues, adolescent behavioral challenges, and mood disorders.

Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael Cohen

Rachael Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“When you work with me you get a direct but gentle approach by someone who is not afraid to challenge you to see different possibilities and perspectives.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Joshua Neri

Joshua Neri

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Having a confidential & non-judgmental space to share is essential in the counseling process & my top priority.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Paola Helberg

Paola Helberg

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about helping people feel more like themselves again.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Karoline Wannasudhi

Karoline Wannasudhi

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is systemic, which means I look at you in the context of your relationships and the systems around you — because we don't struggle (or heal) in a vacuum.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Tziporah Helwaser

Tziporah Helwaser

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I take a holistic, individualized approach that considers the whole person, not just symptoms, and I work collaboratively with clients to develop treatment plans that align with their needs and goals.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Andrew Richey

Andrew Richey

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, collaborative, and direct. I believe you already have the tools to heal—I'm here to help you find and use them...”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gissele Ponce

Gissele Ponce

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I show up as a real person, not a blank slate. Our conversations are collaborative, trauma-informed, and rooted in the belief that healing happens in safe, honest relationships.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Maria Victoria Tellez Alvarez

Maria Victoria Tellez Alvarez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My approach focuses on compassionate, personalized care to help individuals and families achieve lasting mental wellness.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brandi Winkelman

Brandi Winkelman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach and styles are a blend of solution focused, narrative, and strength-based orientations with a splash of humor and a base of curiosity.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Julnyca Cadet

Julnyca Cadet

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that every step taken toward positive change is significant, and I am here to guide and empower you along the way.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julian Laverde

Julian Laverde

Therapist

Virtual • North Port, FL


“I believe healing happens in a safe, supportive environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared openly without judgment.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Vanessa Balous

Vanessa Balous

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orange City, FL


“I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Rachel Davis

Rachel Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“My approach is direct, honest, and entirely collaborative. We face challenges head-on using evidence-based science, but our sessions will always feel like a natural conversation focused on practical strategies for your actual life.”
Cigna + 15 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jiovanna Hernandez

Jiovanna Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Therapy is not aimed to solve all of our problems, but to empower us to manage and cope with the problems that come our way without feeling completely out of control.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Madiane Perez

Madiane Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that a fulfilling life is not something you find—it is something you intentionally create, and it is never too late to begin the redesign.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Larisa Perez Isasi

Larisa Perez Isasi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I work closely with adults and older adults—many of whom are facing not just mental health concerns, but also medical conditions that complicate their care.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Wendia Joseph

Wendia Joseph

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lake Mary, FL


If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply not like yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it on your own. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, life transitions, or emotional burnout, therapy can help you regain clarity and control. Together, we’ll focus on understanding your full experience—not just symptoms—so you can move toward lasting, meaningful change and feel more grounded in your daily life.

Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Lakitha Thomas, Lpc

Lakitha Thomas, Lpc

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental support for women navigating infertility, anxiety, and the complex emotional challenges of reproductive health.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Swirski

Angela Swirski

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I help teens and young adults in Connecticut and Florida navigate anxiety, emotional overwhelm, self-esteem struggles, academic stress, peer conflict, and life transitions while building practical coping skills in a supportive, nonjudgmental space.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keyonne Spencer

Keyonne Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Like an artist with a palette of therapeutic techniques, We tailor our sessions to fit your unique needs, fostering a space where vulnerability becomes strength and pain transforms into resilience.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Ti-Onna Watson

Ti-Onna Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients can expect a collaborative and supportive space where they feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Dr. Meili Rego

Dr. Meili Rego

Therapist

Virtual • Cutler Bay, FL


“My clients have said I am compassionate, kind, understanding, and validating. Sometimes one of those is all it takes to elicit change.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Millian Okafor

Millian Okafor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I am very approachable and non-judgmental in all my interactions with my clients, I show empathy and I am a good listener.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Elizabeth Goodman

Elizabeth Goodman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My greatest strengths as a therapist include empathetic listening, creating a non-judgmental space, and tailoring therapeutic approaches to meet individual client needs.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Given

Rachel Given

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My job isn't to fix you; it's to walk alongside you as you figure out what healing looks like for you.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Carllisa Williams

Carllisa Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Jacksonville, FL


“I believe healing happens in safe, nonjudgmental spaces where clients are encouraged to show up fully as themselves.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Alexandria Lodick

Alexandria Lodick

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I’m Alexandria a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of professional experience helping adults and seniors navigate life’s challenges.

I believe that healing begins when you decide to bet on yourself and to trust your own strength, courage, and capacity for change. My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, safe, and supported as you work through life’s transitions and rediscover your sense of peace and purpose

Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sherron Eddy

Sherron Eddy

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nadia Bhatti

Nadia Bhatti

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Together, we create space for greater self-awareness, because awareness creates choice and choice makes meaningful change possible.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Osvaldo Vazquez Bueno

Osvaldo Vazquez Bueno

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I always like to create a rapport with clients who I provide the service to. To me engagement, listening and compassion are very important keys in order to achieve the best outcome in the therapeutic relationship.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Zakia Frederick

Zakia Frederick

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and involved in your treatment decisions.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jane Asamoah-Barnieh

Jane Asamoah-Barnieh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and move toward lasting emotional well-being.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Deborah Kelly

Deborah Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“The relationship we build in therapy matters to me. Feeling safe, respected, and genuinely heard is often what allows meaningful change to happen.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Hillary Vercosa-Kaufman

Hillary Vercosa-Kaufman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a naturally warm, inquisitive, and creative person which you will experience within the therapy space.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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 Cigna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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