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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Aurora, IL

Access mental health care in Aurora with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of 2,097 licensed providers. Sessions start as low as $0-$25 per copay, available in-person or virtually with appointments often available within days.

Jerry Blecha

Jerry Blecha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


“I have worked extensively with alcoholics and adult children of alcoholics and run groups for the adult children of alcoholic population.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Lisa Pearson

Lisa Pearson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bourbonnais, IL


“It's a priority of mine that each individual I meet with leaves a session feeling heard, respected, and their feelings validated.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mihaela Vladu

Mihaela Vladu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


Thank you for taking the first step in sharing your story—your Mental Health Matters, and you deserve to be heard, supported, and understood.

Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16+ years of experience in healthcare, dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting mental wellness and regain control of their lives.

I provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care in a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My approach focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—while working collaboratively with you to reach your goals.

I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including younger/older adults, children aged 6 and up, women dealing specifically with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD. As a certified ADHD specialist, I provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve focus and daily functioning. I also have extensive experience treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, panic disorder, OCD, and other complex mental health conditions.

Areas of Expertise:

• Dual-Diagnosis Care (SUD + mood/anxiety​/​psychotic disorders)

• MAT: Buprenorphine​/​Suboxone inductions & maintenance; relapse-prevention planning

• Alcohol​/​Opioid Withdrawal & Detox protocols (court order MAT program, inpatient, outpatient, and halfway houses)

• Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis

• Residential​/​PHP​/​IOP programmed care & step-down planning

• Trauma-informed care, veteran populations, and complex comorbidity

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brandi Lander

Brandi Lander

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockton, IL


“My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, helping individuals identify their resilience, build on their existing strengths and move toward becoming the best version of themselves.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Tricia Cervantes

Tricia Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Princeton, IL


“I am committed to creating a supportive, compassionate space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered in their healing.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alexandria Aasen

Alexandria Aasen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in overcoming executive dysfunction and improving a variety of performance aspects including school, career, sport, and overall daily functioning.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Regina Jones-Ogunsuyi

Regina Jones-Ogunsuyi

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi - I'm Gina, a licensed LCSW in Illinois with 15 years of professional work experience and a MSW from the University of Chicago. I have experience in helping clients (teens and adults) with stress, anxiety, chronic illnesses, midlife crisis, trauma, abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I use several treatment modalities to include Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma Informed Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Counseling. I also offer clinical supervision.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peter Hopkins

Peter Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I approach clients with compassion and validation. We work together to improve life and expand your joy, even in difficult situations and suffering.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Thomas Dennis

Dr. Thomas Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • Galena, IL


“With a background in healthcare and advanced training in pastoral counseling, I specialize in supporting people from all walks of life, coping with illness and disease, caregiver overload, grief and loss, family crisis, career change, and life...”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rotunda Gorman

Rotunda Gorman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a licensed mental health therapist with 17+ years of experience specializing in substance use disorders, mental health, anxiety, depression, and co-occurring conditions.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miguel Toledo

Miguel Toledo

Therapist

Virtual • Rockford, IL


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered—without judgment.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jennifer Gurski

Jennifer Gurski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have been a licensed provider for 16 years, working with people with severe mental illness, relationship and family issues and substance abuse.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Rodriguez

Mary Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe everyone has a story that needs to be heard and worked through so they can be the best version of themselves.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Pharalyn Robinson

Pharalyn Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that healing and growth begin with courage - the courage to show up, be seen, and nurture the parts of yourself that are ready to bloom.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Herbert Lomax

Herbert Lomax

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a passionate therapist who strives to empower my clients

I utilize an eclectic therapeutic style that allows me to meet the client where they are to help them accomplish their goals

Being a therapist is more than a job to me. It is a calling



Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Morgan Colbert

Morgan Colbert

Therapist

Virtual • Harrisburg, IL


“I specialize in integrating mental health with physical wellness, emphasizing the connection between the mind and body.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Eshana Watson-Gholar

Eshana Watson-Gholar

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic style is grounded in empathy and empowering clients to explore their strengths and embrace personal growth.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Blanche Murphy

Blanche Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My hope is that clients obtain a sense of clarity that includes increased self awareness and empowerment...”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Chelsea Hopson

Chelsea Hopson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a black woman who grew up in urban contexts, I aim to help people thrive, especially those who belong to marginalized communities.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Grisel Gerena

Grisel Gerena

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe we all have the strength to get through life's toughest battles—sometimes we just need support in reconnecting with our inner resilience and grit.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheila Dalton

Sheila Dalton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My number one intention is work side by side with you to help process your feelings, gain skills and achieve the desired results to live a healthy happy life.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Holloway

Taylor Holloway

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My work focuses on helping clients unpack shame, rebuild self-worth, and develop a healthier relationship with themselves and others.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Joseph Fattori

Joseph Fattori

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Using a client-centered approach, I emphasize empathy, positive support, and non-judgment in my work.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Danielle Jones

Danielle Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe the therapist and client relationship is the foundation for meaningful healing and growth.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Schwendener

Susan Schwendener

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“We will work in a calm, nonjudgmental way to help you use your innate strengths and skills, and to build new practices that work for you.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Copes

Elizabeth Copes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Listening, hearing, relating, not judging, using kindness, empathy, understanding, finding strengths...”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Nicholas Zajak

Nicholas Zajak

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is collaborative, insight-oriented, and grounded in the belief that increased understanding leads to greater agency, resilience, and long-term growth.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Michele Shelly

Michele Shelly

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi my name is Michele and I have been in the social work field for almost 11 years. I have my Masters in Social Work from Lewis University. I am licensed in Illinois as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have certifications in treating Trauma, Shame Informed care and Anxiety disorders. I have a background in domestic violence and crisis intervention. I have worked at a Therapeutic day school and worked with adolescents who had an behavioral plan and/or a 504 plan or IEP. I have enjoyed working in Private Practice therapy for 7 years and working with many diverse populations and diagnoses. I also have worked in an Inpatient Behavioral Hospital doing individual therapy, case management, and facilitating family therapy sessions. Most recently I have been focusing on Trauma Informed care and specializing in anxiety orders. I work with primarily Military service members and their family members. Whether you are looking to manage big life stressors or small ones, low moods or regulate anxiety I am looking forward to helping you start this journey.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Kiersten Sippio

Dr. Kiersten Sippio

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“As someone who is neurodivergent myself, I bring both professional training and genuine empathy to my work.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trayvon Gavin

Trayvon Gavin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a warm, down-to-earth therapist who is passionate about helping others grow and move toward the life they want.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Rousonelos

Amanda Rousonelos

Therapist

Virtual • Buda, IL


“The goal of therapy is to provide a comfortable, understanding environment where clients can explore struggles along with setting goals to strive for positive outcomes in their relationships, work, and school.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Olabisi Iranloye

Olabisi Iranloye

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with extensive experience supporting individuals through a variety of mental health and life challenges. I currently provide therapy in outpatient settings and bring over 12 years of experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, helping individuals navigate career-related concerns. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Doctorate in Christian Counseling. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and life transitions, and I am committed to creating a supportive, respectful, and nonjudgmental space for every client.

Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Rosey Puloka

Rosey Puloka

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is relational, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. Sessions are more conversational than clinical.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Irena Bartnick

Irena Bartnick

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My priority is to create a safe, compassionate environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dallas Cressell

Dallas Cressell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I consider my style to be laid-back but intentional... focused on empowering and collaborating with client's toward their personal goals.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emma Kunin

Emma Kunin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you feel accepted, empowered, and supported.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Flor Eldridge

Flor Eldridge

Therapist

Virtual • Johnston City, IL


My name is Flor Eldridge. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I can help equip you with techniques necessary to cope with your life challenges. I’ve been in the helping field for over 15 years. I have experience working with all ages and all walks of life.

When I am not working, I enjoy time with family and friends, and traveling.

Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Valerie Barnes

Valerie Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Orland Park, IL


“I believe that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, and I strive to meet each person where they are with respect for their unique story, identity, and pace.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Tristin Capelle

Tristin Capelle

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Together, we work to understand your current symptoms, interpersonal dynamics, and how these patterns affect your daily life.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Saira Lopes

Saira Lopes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where they can talk openly about what's been going on in their lives.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Cigna plan

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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