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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, MD

Find mental health support in Columbia, Maryland with Aetna coverage through Headway. Access 2,433 licensed providers for virtual or in-person therapy sessions with copays as low as $0-$25. Start your free consultation today.

Tamu Escalera

Tamu Escalera

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of nursing experience and extensive work in inpatient psychiatry. I hold a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in psychiatric mental health and care for individuals across the lifespan.

I treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and women’s mental health concerns, including postpartum depression.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jessica Carroll

Jessica Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Counselor with 8 years experience in Crisis services and 5 years experience in Community Mental Health services. I believe that therapy should always be about what is important to you. My role is to help you on your journey of self-discovery and ultimately self-acceptance.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Courtney Grossnickle

Courtney Grossnickle

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am an eclectic counselor who believes that every client is different and deserves a unique treatment plan created together.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Grace Chen

Grace Chen

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that therapy in a safe, accepting, and compassionate space allows for the self-understanding necessary for growth and healing.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Tony Richardson

Tony Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe everyone has the ability to grow and heal. I'm here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chidinma Onyegwu

Dr. Chidinma Onyegwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, MD


“I understand the importance of listening to the patient and giving them the chance to participate in their treatments and helping them feel and be more in control of managing their symptoms.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Brenda Benning

Brenda Benning

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in adoption, foster, and kinship families, especially those struggling with past trauma.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sabrie Wiggins-Rose

Dr. Sabrie Wiggins-Rose

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I’m Dr. Sabrie R. Wiggins-Rose, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board Approved Supervisor in Maryland, as well as the founder of Birdie’s Nest: Therapeutic and Consulting Services, LLC. I bring experience as an educator, author, and clinician, and I’m especially passionate about creating transformative spaces where people can heal, grow, and become more fully themselves.

Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jataya Wright

Jataya Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I believe that each person is the expert of their own life. At times, however, navigating challenges, life transitions, relationships, or emotional struggles can feel overwhelming, and having a supportive, objective person to talk to can make a meaningful difference.

My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Together, I am committed to helping you build insight, resilience, and confidence while working toward your personal goals.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trisha Ungar

Trisha Ungar

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have developed a deep respect for the resilience people demonstrate while managing complex mental health challenges...”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Demetries North

Dr. Demetries North

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal as a therapist is to create a space where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change in their lives.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauro Guzman

Lauro Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have a particular heart for men who were raised to "tough it out," and for clients balancing cultural identity and family expectations — people who aren't used to asking for help and want a therapist who gets that.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Noshaba Carey

Noshaba Carey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach combines medication management with supportive therapy to help you feel balanced, empowered, and improve your overall well-being.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Holistic
Ine Saka

Ine Saka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m Ine Saka, PMHNP-BC, FNP, and founder of Empathy Wellness Center, currently serving Maryland and Virginia. As a board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate, holistic, evidence-based care for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma, integrating traditional psychiatry with wellness-focused approaches to support mind, body, and spirit.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Effie Sevor

Effie Sevor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe meaningful progress starts with trust. I prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships...”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Adrianna Crouch

Adrianna Crouch

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is direct and collaborative while infusing humor to ease the heaviness that can arise in everyday life.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catie Ehrler

Catie Ehrler

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Catie provides a nurturing space filled with acceptance, collaboration, and humor. She prides herself on being approachable, genuinely engaged, working to provide a safe environment for all gender, sexual and cultural identities. Catie enjoys working with adult clients with ADHD/ADD, eating disorders, and LGBTQ identities.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jane Abiona

Jane Abiona

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Westminster, MD


“My goal is for every patient to leave each appointment feeling better than when they arrived—feeling heard, respected, understood, and empowered with practical tools and a clear plan for moving forward.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dori Makowske

Dori Makowske

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate and practical. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, acceptance based approaches and behavioral strategies...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Jason Holmes

Jason Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I believe that it is important for everyone to know that they matter! While the content is serious in nature, I imbue a bit of levity and hope as appropriate.

I am motivated to help motivate and assist others to take the steps necessary in combating challenges and improving their quality of life.

I have worked with all ages, with professional experience spanning mental health, behavioral care, education, business, writing and more. I enjoy time with family & friends, fishing, crabbing, sports, writing, cooking, music, the great outdoors and more.

Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Lisa Albury

Lisa Albury

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I strongly believe in a partnership with my clients that is supportive, considerate, and trustworthy.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Catherine Mbanefo

Catherine Mbanefo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is not symptom management relief, but helping clients regain balance, confidence, emotional resilience and better life that they deserve, in order to function without limitation.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Barbara Bogley

Barbara Bogley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Through therapy I can help you figure out how you need to grow and provide tools, knowledge and skills in order to help you do that.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Bosede Adeleye

Bosede Adeleye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hyattsville, MD


“I am deeply passionate about my work and truly value the courage it takes you to seek professional help.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Comfort Oshiyoye-Dina

Comfort Oshiyoye-Dina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“When you meet with me, you can expect to be received with warmth and respect, in a non judgmental atmosphere.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Glory Tataw

Glory Tataw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ellicott City, MD


“I believe in building strong, collaborative relationships with my clients and tailoring treatment plans to meet each person's unique needs.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Energetic, Open-minded
Alexandra Jeffery

Alexandra Jeffery

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I bring curiosity, openness, and compassion into every session. Clients often describe me as grounded and thoughtful, with a style that balances insight and practicality.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Sara Taillie

Sara Taillie

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that you are the expert in your own life and my job is to help you work through your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Astra Brantley

Astra Brantley

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“I practice the science and art of therapuetic conversation designed to help you make life-affirming choices to bring about life-affirming chnage.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Tate-Booker

Allison Tate-Booker

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My clients say they appreciate me for my direct approach that is warm and solution-focused in nature.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Melissa Marshall

Dr. Melissa Marshall

Therapist

Virtual • Edgewood, MD


“I use a person centered, individualized approach with each client that allows me to meet them where they are.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Dr. Adebola Adekoya

Dr. Adebola Adekoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I care to listen to your concerns and challenges to be able to help and support you appropriately to get positive mental health outcomes.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Linda Fiesta

Linda Fiesta

Therapist

Virtual • Annapolis, MD


“I see my work with clients as an interactive partnership focused on supporting many types of life transitions common to active adult life, and senior adjustments.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yetty Oriowo

Yetty Oriowo

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm a compassionate Christian therapist dedicated to helping people find healing through evidence-based therapy grounded in the Word of God.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Harris-Hutchinson

Carolyn Harris-Hutchinson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My work is grounded in creating a safe, respectful space where clients can speak openly and be met with care, understanding and dignity.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Hester

Nicole Hester

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in trauma treatment and working with dual diagnosis clients (mental illness and substance abuse).”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shea Pines

Shea Pines

Therapist

Virtual • Gaithersburg, MD


“My objective is to help my clients live in the present and make choices that align with their goals, values, and vision for the future.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roberta Wasserman

Roberta Wasserman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy works best when clients feel both understood and empowered, so I balance deep emotional work with clear strategies that help people rebuild connection, set healthy boundaries, and move forward with greater clarity and resilience.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Sydonie Fisher

Sydonie Fisher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in collaborating with my clients to develop treatment plans that are realistic, supportive, and tailored to their needs—plans they feel empowered to follow.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Valentina Hollinger

Valentina Hollinger

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and genuine. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable enough to be honest...”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

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