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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Des Moines, IA

Access mental healthcare in Des Moines with UnitedHealthcare coverage through Headway's network of 122 licensed providers. Sessions start at around $25 copay, conducted in-person or virtually, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Cynthia Djengue

Cynthia Djengue

Therapist

Virtual • Davenport, IA


“I believe therapy works best when it's collaborative and self-directed. You're the expert on your life...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Alberto Vital

Alberto Vital

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I have realized that I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, suicide, crises, trauma, and phobias.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Floyd Bumpers

Floyd Bumpers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Waterloo, IA


“My hope is that clients will come away feeling empowered and know that no matter what they've come through, that improvement is always possible and achievable.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Brandi Starks

Brandi Starks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • West Des Moines, IA


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 + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Rachael Daniel

Rachael Daniel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions such as, but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, and Bipolar disorder, using a holistic approach that integrates medication management and psychotherapy.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, 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.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Robert Holmes

Robert Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • North Liberty, IA


“My approach is strength based, person centered. You take control of a session, direct therapy, goals, and interventions to suit you that work for you.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
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.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Megan Tafolla

Megan Tafolla

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I take an action-oriented, collaborative approach to therapy... to offer meaningful insight to support clients' healing.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nicole Lee

Nicole Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I understand that physical health and mental health are closely intertwined and that addressing both is crucial for achieving optimal wellbeing.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“She values a client's full participation in developing each treatment plan to encourage compliance...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gary Probst

Dr. Gary Probst

Therapist

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


“I teach psychopharmacology at a major university, and I can be an asset when it comes to medication.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Elisabeth Netjes

Elisabeth Netjes

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“True healing begins when we feel genuinely seen and heard. You deserve to be known, supported, have your story understood, and have help in navigating life's obstacles.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Kellyn Bass (Roiko)

Kellyn Bass (Roiko)

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Using interventions from various therapies such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)... I offer a person centered, trauma informed and empowering approach to support you...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Chronic conditions, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Terri Griswold-Dodgson

Terri Griswold-Dodgson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I advocate for a holistic approach encompassing mind, body, and spirit, striving to help individuals achieve balance across these realms.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alyssa Coan

Alyssa Coan

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe that the body and brain hold onto experiences after certain events and might get hung up or even stuck.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Jennifer Hutchinson

Jennifer Hutchinson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I especially enjoy working with marginalized people: differently abled, LGTBQIA populations, people of color, and financially challenged individuals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Jami Wood

Jami Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I'll hold a safe, shame-free space for us where we can explore new ways to address unhelpful patterns, move through uncomfortable feelings, and be kinder to yourself.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Joy Bockhold

Joy Bockhold

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Working in this field for 15 years, I have learned that we grow when we are in good soil. I describe myself as a "roots" therapist.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Jan Lebahn

Jan Lebahn

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I love my work and approach each session with passion to explore and enhance the strengths individuals possess.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kadesha Evans

Dr. Kadesha Evans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore challenges, identify strengths, and develop personalized solutions...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
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.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Keife Earley

Keife Earley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


“I combine medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and functional medicine principles to address mental health comprehensively.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Emily Watter

Emily Watter

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Florida, New Jersey, Iowa, and Massachusetts, with several years of experience supporting individuals through trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I earned my Master’s in Social Work and have since worked in both residential and outpatient settings, helping adults navigate complex emotional experiences and build lasting resilience.

I’m trained in EMDR therapy and integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. My style is warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental, creating a space where you can safely explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

I’m passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves, heal from the past, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.

United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nwamaka Orji

Nwamaka Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment, characterized by clear, calm communication, while upholding confidentiality.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Elizabeth Hughes

Elizabeth Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • West Des Moines, IA


“I am a client centered therapist who helps address past and present experiences with compassion and accurate information to unlock behavior from set patterns.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Wilhelmi

Amy Wilhelmi

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I specialize in couples and sex therapy, using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners reconnect emotionally and physically.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Levin Manabat

Levin Manabat

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, integrating trauma-informed care with therapies tailored to your unique goals and experiences.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jeremiah Johnson

Jeremiah Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I firmly believe in the power of understanding ourselves and the way our nervous systems are operating, implementing effective strategies for change, and developing coping skills to navigate through distress.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jacinta Wangui

Jacinta Wangui

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“With a background in treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions, I use a compassionate and personalized approach to care.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Matthew Palmer

Matthew Palmer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach centers on creating a compassionate, supportive environment where you feel safe and understood.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Elizabeth McCoy

Elizabeth McCoy

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My clients often say I bring warmth, directness, and a touch of humor to our sessions, like a trusted sister with the tools to help you thrive.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Dr. N. Nicole Richardson

Dr. N. Nicole Richardson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe in working together with my patients to reach their health goals for mental wellness and vitality.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Tiffany Blevins

Tiffany Blevins

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Iowa, North Dakota, Arizona and Idaho with over 20 years of experience working with adults struggling with difficult relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief/loss.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brandie Boehmer

Brandie Boehmer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I tend to view experiences in terms of how it alters the brain functioning and use approaches that heal the impact of those experiences.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Katherine Della Rocco

Dr. Katherine Della Rocco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My primary focus is medication management, and I provide basic therapy only as part of an ongoing medication‐focused treatment plan.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Janell McGruder

Janell McGruder

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I enjoy working with individuals through the journey of achieving the goals they have with counseling or even just helping them figure out their goals. I feel like individuals are who they are based on their experiences and that when we give them time to view experiences from a holistic view point, they will recognize that they are powerful.


Counseling is not something that is necessarily a quick fix, but you will hopefully walk away with some insight on how you can move forward in a positive and healthy manner.


I recognize the impact being a member of a marginalized group can have on someone and respect the needs of all of these populations. I look forward to answering any of your questions and assisting you on your journey.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

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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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Affordable care that fits you — and your United Healthcare plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — 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.