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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Merrillville, IN

Find mental healthcare support in Merrillville with Aetna coverage through Headway's network of 854 licensed providers. With copays as low as $25 and sessions available virtually or in-person, you can start therapy within two weeks while focusing on your care.

Kate Shelton

Kate Shelton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Carmel, IN


I'm glad you're here! I want to be able to work with you to help you move forward, through the challenges. I enjoy working with individuals through difficult life circumstances, and helping to instill hope. I specialize in grief and loss, depression, trauma, and anxiety. I provide talk therapy and can include art therapy in sessions if requested, to help process thoughts and emotions non-verbally. Art can provide further insight into expression that words cannot do alone. I work with teens and adults in the office and/or via telehealth.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Susanne Graham

Susanne Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I am exceptionally good at sitting with humans in their darkness and being able to provide a warm, validating, and empowering space.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Pamela Flick

Pamela Flick

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“Together, we'll create a safe space to understand what's contributing to your struggles, identify patterns that may be holding you back, and build practical strategies that support meaningful and lasting growth.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Gabrielle CeBallos

Gabrielle CeBallos

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental (virtual) space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to take steps toward meaningful change.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Keely Green

Keely Green

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My focus is to create a safe space where clients know they can be vulnerable, ugly cry, say hard things, and discuss painful events with no fear of judgment, but rather be met with a compassionate professional that is willing to walk with them...”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Spenser Kash

Spenser Kash

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe that even in the face of uncertainty, humans possess an inherent capacity for growth, resiliency, and healing.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Robin Shannon

Robin Shannon

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


My clients seek to understand and accept themselves and their life experiences. Together we will explore how your past is impacting your present, so you can ultimately move toward a better future.


I work with individuals, couples and families from an attachment and systems perspective, knowing we experience many wounds through relationships but through the right relationships we can also experience healing.


It is important in my work that I allow the client's cultural context inform my treatment.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taijah Bell

Taijah Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


I help women and mothers struggling depression , anxiety , postpartum , stress, burn out, being overwhelmed, establishing boundaries and time managements. I assist women with regaining control over their lives by learning strategies to cope with the demands of life life and parenting that contribute to high levels of stress, depression , anxiety and burn out. Taijah is a laid-back, easy-going mom and she believes that laughter is healing.

Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Stephanie Coleman

Stephanie Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • Indianapolis, IN


“While I work with many different populations, most of my work lies within the adolescent and young adult population.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Allison Kaminski

Allison Kaminski

Therapist

Virtual • Valparaiso, IN


We are all travelers in this lifetime. Everyone is traveling to the same destination, but all benefit from a guide/professional support. I pass no judgment, I only meet people where they are at and where they wish to be. Let's get you to where you wish to be. I do encourage holistic and alternative methods to get to your goals, but am not against traditional approaches and in fact combining clinical with alternative have proven to have the best outcomes. Be prepared to put in the work. There will be homework, and it will be challenging. It could in fact be the most difficult thing that you do, but it is in your best interest.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Nina Miller

Dr. Nina Miller

Psychologist

Virtual • Indiana


I help adults break free from the weight of trauma and rebuild a sense of strength, clarity, and control. My background includes working in inpatient, partial hospitalization, and university settings, where I supported people facing trauma, crisis, and complex emotional struggles. I’ve run trauma processing groups for sexual assault survivors, provided therapy in a hospital program for teens and adults, and completed psychological evaluations for adults and older adults. These experiences shaped my calm, steady, trauma-informed approach and the way I show up for adults who are ready to heal.

Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Lindsey Saltzman

Lindsey Saltzman

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I pride myself in understanding the unique cultures of first responders and medical professionals - from using dark humor to cope, to agency/hospital politics, to the taboos of seeking mental health care.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Direct, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Moody

Amber Moody

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I have experience of working with all different populations including people seeking help for depression, anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, LGBTQA+ issues, anger management and much more.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Shaun Hardie

Shaun Hardie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Angola, IN


“I help people learn to unhook from unhelpful thoughts, get unstuck, and to learn to live more fully in the here-and-now.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Aaron Saez

Aaron Saez

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“As a late-in-life student, I've walked through many of the same real-world challenges my clients face, which helps me connect with empathy and without judgment.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Jennifer Snider

Jennifer Snider

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Wayne, IN


“I approach therapy with compassion, warmth and curiosity. It's very important to me that you experience safety with me so you can acknowledge your own experiences and find your way to inner peace.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Akina Takahashi

Akina Takahashi

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“It is my goal for you to leave sessions feeling seen and heard, equipped with practical tools, and a greater sense of balance.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Stampley

Cheryl Stampley

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I work on establishing a rapport with all my clients so they feel comfortable, heard, accepted, appreciated and validated.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Rachel Boone

Rachel Boone

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“As a black, single mom, 1 of 12 children, and late to life queer person, I know first hand how impactful judgement free support is and aim to provide that for anybody I work with.”
Aetna + 15 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Sabrina Heeren

Sabrina Heeren

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


Hello! I’m Sabrina, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience helping individuals navigate the complexities of mental health and life changes. My journey in this field began with a Bachelor’s in Social Work from the University of Saint Francis, followed by a Master of Social Work from IUPUI, and specialized counseling training at Marian University.

In my practice, Cardinal Rising, I believe that therapy should be as unique as the person sitting across from me. I bring a warm, down-to-earth approach to our sessions, often incorporating creative problem-solving to help you see your challenges through a new lens. While I provide a safe space to process your emotions, I am also deeply solution-oriented; we won’t just talk about the 'why'—we will work together on the 'how' to help you move forward.

I specialize in supporting clients through:

  • Anxiety and Life Transitions: Navigating the 'what's next' with confidence.
  • Crisis Intervention & Safety Planning: I am specifically trained in the CAMS (Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality) framework.
  • School-Based Concerns & Family Dynamics: Drawing on my extensive background in school-based therapy.

Whether you are looking to break old patterns or simply need a supportive space to catch your breath, I am here to help you rise to your next chapter. I look forward to working with you!"

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Heather Parker

Heather Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I love to learn and understand the people I meet with and assist them with creating a plan of care specific to their needs.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Julianna Gallion

Julianna Gallion

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“Together we can work on the approach that will be most comfortable for you to help you find healing and empowerment within your life.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Randall Warner

Randall Warner

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My counseling style is warm, relaxed and I like to provide a comfortable and non-judgmental environment.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Ifeoma Turner

Ifeoma Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Temple University and my Master of Social Work from Indiana University. With over 10 years of experience, I support individuals in managing anxiety, navigating depression, and healing from past trauma.

My approach blends evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness with a spiritually grounded perspective. While therapy is rooted in clinical skill, I also create space for deeper connection—often integrating spiritual awareness into the work for those who are open to it. I believe healing is not just mental, but also deeply internal and, at times, spiritual.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Dolly Niehaus

Dolly Niehaus

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“With over 14 years of clinical experience I provide compassionate, empowering, and affirming counseling services.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Spence

Sara Spence

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Indiana


Hi, my name is Sara! I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience working alongside individuals as they navigate their mental health journeys.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Anne Harger

Anne Harger

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My specialization in attachment theory forms the cornerstone of my approach, allowing me to tailor sessions to your unique needs and circumstances.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Kimberly Bailey

Kimberly Bailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Wayne, IN


“I'm here to support you on your journey to unlocking your own personal power and achieving your goals.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Nicole Sears

Nicole Sears

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Brainspotting, evidence-based approaches that help clients process trauma, regulate emotions, and build healthier ways of coping.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Song Paik

Song Paik

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My approach to therapy can be best described as collaborative, led by curiosity and gentleness, and sprinkled with humor.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
O. Treasure Akingbulugbe

O. Treasure Akingbulugbe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Indiana


“My approach is collaborative and holistic — I believe treatment works best when you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your care.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Joseph Rapp'e

Joseph Rapp'e

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Claus, IN


Hello and good day. My name is Joe and I'm greatly honored for the opportunity to serve you. As a therapist, I would describe my approach as conversational and direct. I specialize in the areas of military Veterans, men's issues, grief and bereavement, as well as alcoholism/substance abuse. Navigating daily life can be overwhelming at times. If you are feeling stressed by work, experiencing family issues, are processing trauma, have recently lost a loved one, or just simply need someone to talk to, I maybe able to help. I look forward to hearing your story.

Aetna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Calli Ford

Calli Ford

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance rigorous, evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic, human connection.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Hannah Brooks

Hannah Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe therapy should feel like a conversation with someone who is in your corner—someone who will celebrate your victories, sit with you through difficult moments, and gently challenge you when you're ready for growth.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Andrea Selak

Andrea Selak

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


I'm a licensed clinical mental health therapist that specializes in healing depression, anxiety, PTSD, disruptive behaviors, childhood trauma and various personality disorders. I have extensive experience with adolescent and family therapy but also work with wide range of age groups.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Angela Hall

Angela Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My goal is to empower women to live a fulfilling and hopeful life where they thrive outside of my office.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Krogulecki

Sarah Krogulecki

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I value a conversational and collaborative approach to therapy. While, yes, it is my job to offer fresh perspectives and applicable knowledge, I believe it is just as much my responsibility to honor the hard work that clients are already putting in...”
Aetna + 4 others
Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
JungHee Trexler

JungHee Trexler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Indianapolis, IN


“I specialize in trauma-informed care, schema therapy, and working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Derico

Ryan Derico

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I use a client-centered approach to therapy where the client is welcomed to explore the connection between her or his thoughts, feelings, behaviors, wisdom, insights, and ideas.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathye Waters

Kathye Waters

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 30 years of experience working with all aspects of mental health needs. I help my clients relive their anxiety and stress to experience newfound peace and happiness

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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