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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Des Moines, IA

Headway connects Des Moines residents with Aetna-covered mental health providers for talk therapy and medication management. With availability as soon as the next day and copays around $25, you can begin your journey toward wellness without financial stress.

Jane Waweru

Jane Waweru

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Johnston, IA


“My goal isn't just to treat symptoms — it's to help you understand your own mental health and build real tools for managing it long-term.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jill Ertel

Jill Ertel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, empowered, and equipped with practical tools for real-life change.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kristen Hagin

Kristen Hagin

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about helping people who are going through life changes, grief, relationship conflict, anxiety concerns, and parenting challenges.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Maggie Austin

Maggie Austin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I take a holistic approach to psychiatry, considering a patient's entire well-being, including their physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual health.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Alyse Pfankuch

Alyse Pfankuch

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I work best with adults who feel like they're functioning on the outside but quietly exhausted on the inside. You're motivated, ambitious, maybe even successful — but something feels off and you can't quite name it. You might be navigating a big life transition, carrying anxiety that won't quit, or feeling disconnected from who you're becoming.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Rigsbee

Elizabeth Rigsbee

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy should happen in a judgment-free, empathetic atmosphere where you can feel safe to explore your wellness goals.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Inga Eanes

Inga Eanes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Council Bluffs, IA


“A large percentage of my clients can't identify their feelings. That then it gets expressed as depression or anger when they don't want to be.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Energetic, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Jones

Alicia Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My therapeutic style centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Debra Younger

Debra Younger

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is grounded in compassion, respect, and the belief that healing is possible for everyone.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Diabetes, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ana Bulnes

Ana Bulnes

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I specialize in working with autistic and ADHD adults, parents of neurodivergent children, and highly sensitive or creative professionals who often feel misunderstood or overwhelmed.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Breanna Zold

Breanna Zold

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and insight-driven. I tailor therapy to each person's needs, helping you uncover patterns, build self-understanding, and create lasting change.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Caroly Maharajh

Caroly Maharajh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I use a patient-centered care approach, making you an active participant in your mental health care.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katlyn HIndle

Katlyn HIndle

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy is 80% you and the work you do outside of sessions, and 20% me in what we do during the session.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Adam Dollen, Lmhc

Adam Dollen, Lmhc

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly about what you're experiencing.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Andrea Hansen

Andrea Hansen

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I think everyone deserves a space to feel comfortable and validated and I hope to always provide this with my clients.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Robert Wright

Robert Wright

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is collaborative, personalized, and focused on treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Diana Loesch

Diana Loesch

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I know counseling works, because I've been there. I will never forget the lengthy internal debate "should I or shouldn't I?"”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Stern

Rebecca Stern

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Whether you’re dealing with a long-standing struggle or a new crisis, finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. I offer a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported from the start. Whatever you’re carrying, we’ll work through it together and find a path forward that helps you feel better.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Emily Watter

Emily Watter

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My work is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and the belief that every person holds the capacity for growth and healing.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Anastasia Gibbs

Anastasia Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


You may be functioning well on the outside while quietly feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unable to slow down.

You may be the person others depend on while quietly feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. At Milton’s Place Counseling, therapy offers a supportive space to slow down, process what you are carrying, and identify practical next steps. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and major life transitions. You do not have to wait until you are in crisis to seek support.

If anxiety, depression, grief, or ongoing stress are making daily life feel harder, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with adolescents, adults, and families who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Many parents seek support when they notice changes in their teen’s mood, behavior, school functioning, or communication, while adults often come to therapy feeling exhausted, disconnected, or weighed down by life transitions and relationship stress.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Tracy Mallett

Dr. Tracy Mallett

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“My therapeutic style is strengths-based, meaning that I will work with you to identify your strengths and the strategies that have worked well for you in the past, and nurture those skills to their highest potential.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Dr. Josephine Narcisse

Dr. Josephine Narcisse

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a mental health professional striving to build a therapeutic connection that can be shared outside my therapeutic space.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Vivian Bedu-Addo

Dr. Vivian Bedu-Addo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about enhancing mental wellness through individualized treatment support and empathy.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alee Larson

Alee Larson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a dual diagnosis therapist, focusing largely on substance use and mental health, with a specialty in trauma work.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jan "Rosalyn" Diehl

Jan "Rosalyn" Diehl

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I balance insight with actionable tools, so you're not just talking about your experiences—you're learning strategies you can use in your daily life to build confidence, strengthen self-worth, communicate more effectively, and trust yourself more...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tiffany Lemery

Tiffany Lemery

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe resilience isn't about pretending you're unaffected. It's about processing what you've carried so it no longer controls your life.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Constance McConnell

Constance McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I use cognitive processing, narrative and mindfulness therapies to help empower my clients to utilize their natural strengths and supports in order to build confidence in their own identities, set healthy boundaries, and advocate for themselves.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Jensema

Elizabeth Jensema

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach to empower clients with the tools they need to move forward in a positive direction.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Michelle Perry

Michelle Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I offer a judgement free therapeutic experience where clients feel supported, heard, and challenged.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Hannah Noel

Hannah Noel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hello! My name is Hannah, I’m a licensed therapist with over 10 years of experience. I strongly value providing trauma-informed care and treatment that is grounded in safety, steadiness, and that is focused on the client’s self-determined need. To this day, the therapeutic relationship and alliance remains one of the strongest predictor of the effectiveness of therapy. As such, I firmly value the therapeutic relationship and will work to provide a safe and secure dynamic to support clients as they work towards their individualized goals. As a provider, my focus is on helping clients build emotional regulation, self-trust, and enhances their natural resilience at a pace that honors their nervous system and lived experience.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Jamie Swan

Jamie Swan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Albia, IA


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I believe that mental health care is not one-size-fits-all...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Adria Booth-Tyler

Adria Booth-Tyler

Therapist

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


“I specialize in sexual issues and mental health, across the life span, with an emphasis on healing from sexual trauma.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Richelle Massengale

Richelle Massengale

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I work from a holistic approach, meaning, in our time together, we will address your whole lifestyle and how that contributes to your wellbeing.”
Aetna + 8 others
Chronic conditions, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Kohnke

Kevin Kohnke

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I'm passionate about this work because I've been there myself. I know what it's like to battle anxiety and depression...”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kristen Kelsey

Dr. Kristen Kelsey

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy should fit you — not the other way around. Every person brings their own story, strengths, and challenges...”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shannon Hilliker

Shannon Hilliker

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I view clients as the expert in their own lives, and tailor treatment according to individual needs, allowing us to build a collaborative relationship.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jessica Vandercoy

Jessica Vandercoy

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I take a person in environment approach and will walk along side you on a journey of self-discovery and healing.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Gabrielle CeBallos

Gabrielle CeBallos

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental (virtual) space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to take steps toward meaningful change.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Oliver Gutierrez

Oliver Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I blend compassion with practical, real-world tools so you leave each session feeling not just heard, but genuinely equipped.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.