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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Buford, GA

Access UnitedHealthcare-covered mental health support in Buford through Headway's extensive provider network. Patients typically save 75% on sessions, with copay options from $0-$35, and many providers offer same-week or next-day availability.

Jan Abbott

Jan Abbott

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“One of my greatest joys is helping clients, especially those who may be resistant or unaware of the changes they need.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Energetic, Open-minded, Participatory
Kiara McCoy

Kiara McCoy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


I’m Kiara, a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I specialize in working with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and life stressors. My background includes years of nursing in emergency, psychiatric, and behavioral health settings, which helps me understand clients from both a medical and mental health perspective. I create a supportive, respectful space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered in their healing.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Diera Parham-Carruthers

Diera Parham-Carruthers

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I take a straightforward and direct approach to therapy, incorporating evidence-based techniques to guide each session.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nicole Johns

Nicole Johns

Therapist

Virtual • Stone Mountain, GA


“I have been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and have a particular joy helping women walk through many stages of life.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Melissa Brown

Melissa Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I have 12 years’ experience counseling all backgrounds and ages including men, women, mothers, professionals, veterans, and teens who have dealt with anxiety, depression, addiction, family and career issues, etc. My clients often tell me that I have a unique way of explaining ideas and perspectives to them that makes it easy for them to understand and apply.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Clayton Andrews

Clayton Andrews

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Clayton specializes in working with clients living with Sickle Cell Disease and helping them navigate the traumas associated with the disease.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Lannon

Kelly Lannon

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“For the past 11 years, I have gained professional experience working with Veterans Affairs in Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Creative
Steven Band

Steven Band

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“We formulate a few goals of importance to you, then make sure they are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time sensitive...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Quinteisha Hundley

Quinteisha Hundley

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“The therapist "co-creates" the client's new reality, choosing from a number of storylines that the client is in control of choosing.”
United Healthcare + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Thomas

Alicia Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach when working with clients includes creating a customized plan based on your individual needs.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Teresa Smith

Dr. Teresa Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I will make every attempt possible to provide you with a warm, caring, and supportive environment following a strength based approach to manage and cope with life's challenges.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Dr. Crystal Burwell

Dr. Crystal Burwell

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“She has worked with a variety of populations and specializes in treating eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, self harm, and highly sensitive people.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nona Ghazban

Nona Ghazban

Therapist

Virtual • Roswell, GA


“I strongly believe that effective therapy is a two way street. It takes a cooperative effort by both the person receiving therapy and the therapist.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Olufunke Adewunmi

Olufunke Adewunmi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Loganville, GA


“I'm committed to meeting you where you are—offering empathy, education, and support as we navigate the path to healing together.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Dr. Vanetta Williams

Dr. Vanetta Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I bring both clinical expertise and real-world experience into our work together. I understand that many people come to therapy feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start and I meet clients with patience, respect, and honesty.

I believe therapy should feel collaborative, culturally responsive, and grounded in safety. I don’t rush the process or expect clients to have everything figured out. We move at a pace that feels sustainable, while still working toward meaningful change.

Clients should also know that I value direct communication and transparency. I will offer reflections and tools when helpful, but I will always honor your autonomy and lived experience. I do not believe in pathologizing survival responses, especially when they are shaped by trauma, systemic stress, or long-term caregiving roles.

Above all, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered, a space where you can breathe, reflect, and begin to shift from surviving to living with greater clarity and intention.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latechia Hogue

Latechia Hogue

Therapist

Virtual • Avondale Estates, GA


“I hold space for my clients to feel whatever they feel and make room for my clients to share without feeling judged.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trina Mcinnis

Trina Mcinnis

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Exploring our past provides us with insight and motivation to change the present, and look forward to the future we choose.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Samantha Fuchs

Samantha Fuchs

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I have a collaborative, down-to-earth style that helps you make sense of where you come from, how it's showing up now, and what's getting in your way.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Westly Francois

Westly Francois

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and client-centered. I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)...”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Key

Jennifer Key

Therapist

Virtual • Conyers, GA


“Keys to a Healthy Relationship goal is to give individuals the tools that will help them become whole; mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Infertility, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Keila Stephens

Keila Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I take a realistic approach to help you through life difficulties and explore ways to help you make positive and necessary changes.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Dr. Terrie Allen

Dr. Terrie Allen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverdale, GA


“Each session we will unpack from current and past life behaviors in order to build a better outlook and develop stronger tactics towards healing.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Physical health issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Camira Ferguson

Camira Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • Chamblee, GA


“I am supportive and reliable. You can count on my empathetic, dialectical behavioral therapy and person-centered approach to every conversation we participate in.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Turner

Robert Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Douglasville, GA


“My goal is to walk with you through your healing journey as you take steps towards accepting but not allowing challenging events to define who you are...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Busola Adegunwa

Busola Adegunwa

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“In our sessions, we will create actionable plans to enhance your time management, organizational skills, and follow-through.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Missy Washington

Missy Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I pride myself on being approachable and relatable, ensuring you feel at ease whether we meet face-to-face or from home.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Akeiah Oliver

Akeiah Oliver

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alpharetta, GA


“My approach is structured, collaborative, and practical. I combine medication management with a deeper look at sleep, stress, hormones, and daily habits, because these all impact how you feel and function.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Regina Holley

Regina Holley

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I prioritize establishing a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for self-exploration and personal development.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Susel DE LA Cruz

Susel DE LA Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and use other mindfulness-based practices to help you increase your quality of life.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Gordon

Andrew Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Therapy can make you feel vulnerable. However, vulnerability is where silent suffering ends and healing begins.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Alexandria Ernest

Alexandria Ernest

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I really enjoy supporting and helping people work through their core issues and work towards finding and living their true selves.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Kendra Lewis

Kendra Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I am a National Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinician Counselor Supervisor, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional based in Atlanta GA. My areas of expertise include Veterans, depression, and complex trauma. I have a passion for working with clients experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, complex trauma, career/life transitions, PTSD, and depression. I received my B.S. in Psychology from the University of Georgia and MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alex Ayvazian

Dr. Alex Ayvazian

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach blends existential and depth-oriented therapy with evidence-based modalities, including Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and narrative therapy, to guide clients toward lasting change.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Dionne Reid-Hayles

Dionne Reid-Hayles

Therapist

Virtual • Buford, GA


“My approach to therapy begins by meeting you exactly where you are, while thoughtfully honoring your unique experiences, strengths, and challenges.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oritsegbubemi Uwaifo

Oritsegbubemi Uwaifo

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I help client develop healthy coping skills to manage issues or symptoms that brought them to therapy using therapeutic tools and techniques.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandi Starks

Brandi Starks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Decatur, GA


You’re the one who usually has everything under control, but lately, the "strong" version of you feels like a mask that’s getting too heavy to wear. Whether you’re a mother wondering why you feel detached from the life you worked so hard to build, or a parent exhausted by the cycle of ADHD-related challenges—you don’t have to carry this alone.

I provide a warm, judgment-free space where you can stop surviving and start thriving. My approach is patient-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based, tailored to move you toward a life where you feel present, connected, and capable.

I specialize in:

  • Perinatal & Maternal Mental Health: Navigating the "new reality" of motherhood.
  • High-Achieving Professionals: Managing burnout, perfectionism, and "mental load."
  • Neurodiversity-Affirming Care: Supporting parents and children navigating ADHD and behavioral hurdles.

Why Work With Me?

I offer a "cozy" office experience in Houston, TX, and convenient virtual care across 7 states ( DE, FL, GA, IA, KS, MT, and TX). My goal is to make mental health easy, accessible and relatable.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Paige Whitten

Paige Whitten

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Through exploring a deeper understanding of yourself and your personality, you can make necessary changes to feel more fulfilled in life.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Charlisa Watson

Charlisa Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Decatur, GA


“With extensive experience serving children, families, veterans, and individuals navigating trauma, grief, or addiction, Charlisa brings both professional expertise and lived understanding to her practice.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Jeremy Bryan

Jeremy Bryan

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am known for my refreshingly direct and open therapeutic approach, aimed at empowering clients to take proactive steps toward their goals.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Renee Atwood

Renee Atwood

Therapist

Virtual • Gibson, GA


“Renee has also worked with individuals suffering from grief, divorce, and issues pertaining to aging.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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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