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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Buffalo Grove, IL

Find mental health support near Buffalo Grove with Aetna through Headway's extensive provider network. Providers offer free consultations, with availability as soon as the next day, and sessions typically cost around $30 with insurance coverage.

Veronica Whitmire

Veronica Whitmire

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Naperville, IL


“I believe it is important for all people to have a safe, non-judgmental, authentic space to feel validated and to help bring balance and healing to their life.”
Aetna + 10 others
Grief or loss, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Habibat Owolabi

Habibat Owolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Naperville, IL


“Clients describe my style as warm, approachable, and empowering. Together, we'll work toward growth, healing, and lasting change.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mary Ford

Mary Ford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I strive to create a calm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel genuinely heard and understood.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen Tamillow

Maureen Tamillow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I try to match the clients needs when doing the therapeutic process... people grow the best by working in a structure that matches their pace and their best way of learning.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Chronic conditions, OCD, Physical health issues, Substance use / addiction
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Maggie Zofkie

Maggie Zofkie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“I believe clients who are willing to show up honestly, even when it feels uncomfortable, will get the most out of their therapy experience.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Gary Spring

Gary Spring

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“I've spent over 16 years helping people work through anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life changes, and I focus on helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and how to start making changes.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Zoeniche Carpenter

Zoeniche Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Westmont, IL


“With years of working in various settings such as community outreach programs, domestic violence shelters, and health department programs, I engage in treatment with a trauma-focused and person-centered lens.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tamara Denton

Dr. Tamara Denton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Woodridge, IL


“I feel an important factor to success is building a safe environment and trusting relationship between the counselor and client.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Oluwakemi Udeogu

Dr. Oluwakemi Udeogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Elgin, IL


“Integrating faith-based approaches into her practice, Dr. Udeogu acknowledges the importance of spiritual health in the healing process.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Ngozi Eboru

Ngozi Eboru

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Naperville, IL


“I strongly value collaboration and partner closely with my patients to support meaningful, lasting progress.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Amanda Laukant

Amanda Laukant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • La Grange, IL


“I'm a neurospicy human myself which means I understand firsthand that brains don't always work the way they're "supposed" to.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Dr. Nina Appadurai

Dr. Nina Appadurai

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Naperville, IL


“I focus on teaching my clients coping tools so they are able to respond in a way that is productive and in their control, rather than react which leads to a spiral of further stress and anxiety.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
David Bauer

David Bauer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“Every session will be about your journey of self discovery in pursuit of becoming the best version of yourself.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Stephanie Michalski

Stephanie Michalski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe in building a strong therapeutic rapport to create a safe, trusting environment for your unique healing journey.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Cameron Stamm

Cameron Stamm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Chicago, IL


Cameron works to empower clients as they move towards their goals of their healing journeys. She values care, and trust within the therapeutic process to create a safe space for clients to foster growth with intentionality. Cameron's support is backed by ove 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and parents, families.

Cameron specializes in integrating relational, play-based, somatic, narrative, feminist, and values based work. She is committed to inclusive, culturally responsive care and her collaborative approach centers mutuality, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Mallory Cybulski

Mallory Cybulski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work exclusively with women and the LGBTQIA+ community. While I may specialize in men's issues when it comes to my personal life, it is not an area of my clinical expertise.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Higgins

Ryan Higgins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I am not a therapist that "just listens". I believe therapy is more beneficial if I am engaged and openly communicate my assessment of your situation.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Amy Fujino

Amy Fujino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Crystal Lake, IL


“I approach each session by processing my client's needs, plan with them and love teaching skills and strategies that allow food for thought.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Dr. William Jones

Dr. William Jones

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Depth psychology emphasizes the importance of exploring both the conscious and unconscious aspects of the mind.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Donna Newbold

Donna Newbold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist who offers a safe and inclusive space to process what is holding you back from your best life.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Stull

Catherine Stull

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Downers Grove, IL


“I work to facilitate the individual's coping strategies and problem solving by offering options, training, and education.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Julie Pate

Dr. Julie Pate

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Westmont, IL


“I am both a licensed clinical professional counselor and a certified yoga therapist, and I offer a holistic approach that blends traditional talk therapy with yoga therapy, somatic healing, and positive psychology.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Shawn Nowotnik

Shawn Nowotnik

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I can provide you with a therapeutic relationship that will feel safe and collaborative so that it can serve as the basis for healing.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Jean Hendrix

Jean Hendrix

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“Let's identify negative thoughts and feelings that lead to anxiety and depression and replace them with positive self-talk.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Clifton Burns Jr,

Dr. Clifton Burns Jr,

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Lisle, IL


“My goal is to empower each client to create their narrative as we address behaviors, trauma, or behavioral health symptoms that hinder personal, professional, and educational success.”
Aetna + 15 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Melissa DeFrenza-Israel

Melissa DeFrenza-Israel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Geneva, IL


“I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change when provided with the right support, encouragement, and environment.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Eddie Taylor

Dr. Eddie Taylor

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My theoretical and philosophical perspective is to work with the unconscious, using EMDR and Jungian/analytical psychology, helping the patient to live their best life.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Karen Hammond

Dr. Karen Hammond

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Geneva, IL


“My approach integrates evidence-based therapies such as EMDR with experiential Gestalt, Body based Somatic, and/or non-verbal modalities like Sandtray.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Barney Straus

Barney Straus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I specialize in helping people recover from additions and compulsive behaviors, such as online porn use and gambling.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Megan Schmitz

Dr. Megan Schmitz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Geneva, IL


“Therapeutic goals are to provide you - the client - with concrete skills to manage distress, to move towards acceptance of internal experience, and to increase personal accountability for choices while exerting more purposeful control over behavior.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nyela Fisher-MALONE

Nyela Fisher-MALONE

Therapist

In-person • 26 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Strength-based treatment works for adults because it empowers them, builds resilience, increases motivation and hope...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Marcie Smith

Marcie Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Geneva, IL


I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago and a Masters Degree in Counseling from National Louis University. I am registered as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois, a National Certified Counselor and a Professional Educator as a School Counselor in the state of Illinois. I have numerous years of clinical experience in treating children, adolescents, adults and families using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness and a variety of other treatment modalities. I have worked in a variety of setting that have ranged from community mental health, psychiatric transition services, middle and high schools, animal assisted therapy, a domestic violence agency, and leading social skills groups.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Meghan Caringella

Meghan Caringella

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Aurora, IL


“I believe that seeking help is a courageous step and work collaboratively with clients to foster growth, resilience, and overall well-being.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rael Chebii

Rael Chebii

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bolingbrook, IL


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive and judgment-free environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Tiffani Wilson

Tiffani Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bolingbrook, IL


Great to meet you. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I work to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. My approach is warm, holistic, and open-minded, and I believe care works best when it is personalized to your needs, goals, and day-to-day reality.

I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, sleep concerns, OCD, panic, eating concerns, and anger or impulse-related challenges. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for things to feel more manageable, my goal is to help you better understand what is going on and build a path forward that feels both realistic and empowering.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Senami Edalere-Lukula

Senami Edalere-Lukula

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bolingbrook, IL


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with specialty in psychiatry... providing comprehensive evidence-based and holistic care utilizing both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Renee Rodgers

Renee Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I think clients will develop their own voice, intrapersonally and with others; establish a place to emote; discover solutions to problems.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Dr. Oladunni Boladale

Dr. Oladunni Boladale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bolingbrook, IL


“With my strong nursing background, I can properly evaluate clients for medical, nutritional, hormonal, and environmental causes of symptoms.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Bridget Dietz

Bridget Dietz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe that the most important factor in successful therapy is the client-therapist relationship, and I utilize a relational approach based on authenticity, humor, and warmth.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Hattie Stein

Hattie Stein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I specialize in therapy for men and enjoy helping my go-getter clients dig deeper and create more balance in their lives.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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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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