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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Frederick, MD

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Dr. Dawn Murphy Lcsw

Dr. Dawn Murphy Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Dr. Murphy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 40 years of experience in counseling individuals and families. She specializes in various areas of psychotherapy in including – Christian focused, Trauma focused, Addiction and recovery, Veteran PTSD and Military sexual trauma, depression/anxiety/bipolar disorder, Grief and victims of abuse.

Education:

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from the University of Michigan in Flint, MI.

Master Social Work from Eastern Michigan in Ypsilanti, MI.

Doctorate in Behavioral Health and Integrated Primary Care from Arizona State University

Additional Credentials - Certified Master Addiction Counselor (PMAC), Certified Process therapy – trauma focused (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Treatment in Chronic Pain (CBT-CP)

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Stephanie Junghans

Stephanie Junghans

Therapist

Virtual • Sandy Spring, MD


Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I received my Masters of Science in Counseling in 2013 from The Johns Hopkins University School of Education. I currently work with children (8+), adolescents and adults at all stages of their lives.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Marinette Zibi

Marinette Zibi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I want my clients to know that I am here to listen without judgment and to support them in a way that respects their values, lived experiences, and goals.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Morghann Sims

Morghann Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I’m a licensed therapist with a background in both social work and public health, and I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. My experience spans private practice, nonprofit work, and community-based settings, where I’ve supported individuals from diverse backgrounds. I’m especially passionate about helping clients process difficult experiences and build meaningful, lasting change in their lives.

My approach is rooted in compassion, cultural awareness, and understanding each person’s unique story. I strive to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to grow at your own pace.

Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Oluwatoyin Faloye

Oluwatoyin Faloye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a background in nursing and mental health care.I’m passionate about supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, and life transitions with thoughtful, personalized care. I value creating a calm, welcoming space where you feel respected, supported, and truly heard.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Tiffany Washington

Tiffany Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Waldorf, MD


“At The Holistic Wellness Group, we believe healing begins in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
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
Michelle Case

Michelle Case

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Michelle integrates evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to support healing at each client's own pace.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Anna Rives

Anna Rives

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe every young person deserves a safe, supportive space where they feel heard, understood, and accepted exactly as they are.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Philip Oseghale

Philip Oseghale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a certified mental health professional dedicated to providing respectful, compassionate care, with the goal of helping my clients achieve optimal well-being and regain their full functionality.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Lawrencia Addo

Lawrencia Addo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I have worked in the mental health field for over twelve years and have a solid foundation working with multiple psychiatric conditions throughout my career.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Aisha Sheriff

Aisha Sheriff

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a patient-centered and holistic approach to care, meaning I see and treat you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Michael Hirsh

Michael Hirsh

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My clinical focus is mindfulness, which can help reduce stress, anxiety, depression, increase focus, self-awareness, self-compassion and compassion for others.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sarah Ncookwa

Dr. Sarah Ncookwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience in both hospital and outpatient care. I work with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use and more. I’m warm, easy to talk to, and I take time to really listen so you feel heard and supported. My approach is simple—we meet you where you are and work together on a plan that fits your life. I’m committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and look forward to partnering with you on your mental health journey.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Anne Hoffman

Anne Hoffman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is to listen to what you, the client, have to say, then partner with you to create a plan to achieve your therapy goals.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arlene Vergara

Arlene Vergara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rockville, MD


“My treatment goal for my client is to achieve strong social, academic, and professional growth to improve the quality of life.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Muni Gwanyebit

Muni Gwanyebit

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal for my clients is to feel empowered to treat their illness through supportive education in a stigma free environment.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Latoya Shallow

Latoya Shallow

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach when providing care is to understand the full picture of a persons mental, physical and social health.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Mary Stoops

Mary Stoops

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I do not rush, or pressure, try to convince, use scare tactics. I will be your caring and information therapist.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Chantal Hlontor

Chantal Hlontor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in building collaborative relationships with my patients and maintaining open communication to help them achieve meaningful improvements in their mental health and overall well-being.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Larissa Yossa

Larissa Yossa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My journey in mental health began eight years ago, and since then, I've dedicated my career to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to those navigating life's most difficult mental health challenges.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Noemi Girón

Noemi Girón

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“During your session you can expect a balance of warmth and validation alongside a 'challenging' side that will encourage you to grow.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Iman Cayard

Iman Cayard

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in offering immediate help to individuals who experience unforeseen life events that cause mental, physical, emotional, and behavioral problems.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Katherine Lee

Katherine Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am passionate about bridging gaps in care by providing holistic, compassionate psychiatric care across the lifespan.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Ernestine Hughes

Ernestine Hughes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Safety, collaboration, and clear communication are not just values I hold — they are the foundation of every clinical relationship I build.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Akum Enaw-Ebone

Akum Enaw-Ebone

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 10 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in supporting clients who are navigating anxiety, depression, stress-related challenges, trauma, substance use concerns, medical issues, and major life transitions. My background includes conducting comprehensive intake assessments, psychosocial evaluations, treatment planning, and case management services to help clients receive well-rounded support tailored to their needs.

I earned my Master of Social Work from Howard University School of Social Work, and I am deeply passionate about helping people feel more balanced, understood, and empowered in their daily lives. I believe therapy should feel collaborative, supportive, and judgment-free. My goal is to create a safe space where you can openly explore your experiences, strengthen resilience, and work toward meaningful personal growth at your own pace.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Loretta Peterson

Loretta Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I believe that therapy is a step up in one's life.

I admire people who want to make a positive change in their lives. I meet people where they are in their lives. I work on positive, realistic goals with my clients.

Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Sarah Zoogman

Sarah Zoogman

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


Welcome. I am a Clinical Psychologist providing individual psychotherapy remotely to people college-aged through adulthood. I am licensed in Washington DC (PSY200001470) and Maryland (06695).

Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheri Saluga

Sheri Saluga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, MD


“I take the time to listen, understand the full picture, and work with you to identify the root cause of your symptoms, not just manage them.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Stella Okoye

Stella Okoye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Stella is recognized for her approachable demeanor, strong diligence, and unwavering commitment to the health, well-being, and recovery of those she serves.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Marsenia Smalls

Marsenia Smalls

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is grounded in a holistic framework that considers the emotional, relational, and personal aspects of each client's journey.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Ifeoma Ozugha

Ifeoma Ozugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself without feeling judged.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Eberechi Uchegbue

Eberechi Uchegbue

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I will partner with you to establish a schedule that works to address your mental health needs in a manner that will help you get healthy as you can be and get your life back.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Jordan

Brittany Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in treating grief, anxiety, crises, depression, and bipolar disorders. I utilize techniques like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), REBT (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy), Solution-Focused Therapy and more.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Katherine Castelo

Katherine Castelo

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Katherine Castelo, LCSW is a licensed therapist and certified clinical supervisor in Virginia, Texas, Florida, West Virginia, Indiana, Maryland, and Colorado. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in trauma, military and veteran mental health, first-responder wellness, grief, deployment-related stress, and major life transitions.

A former Marine Corps veteran spouse, Katherine brings lived experience and deep cultural understanding to her work. She has served across the DoD, VA, nonprofit, and civilian sectors, providing high-level clinical care, consultation, and program leadership.

She previously oversaw a Defense Health Agency program for transitioning service members and served as the U.S. Army Reserve Psychological Health Program Director, leading outreach for more than 200,000 soldiers and families and advising on post-suicide psychological autopsies as part of the USAR Fatality Review Board.

Katherine also worked as a civilian Employee Assistance Program (EAP) manager for the U.S. Navy and as a casualty assistance consultant for NCIS, developing programs focused on readiness, crisis response, and deployment-cycle support.

As founder of Awaken Wellness Center, her practice centers on trauma recovery, crisis intervention, and integrative therapies. She is trained in Brainspotting, IFS-informed work, and trauma-responsive care, and has provided trainings for service members, clinicians, and community providers on PTSD, MST, suicide prevention, and Brainspotting.

Today, Katherine consults with the SAFE Project’s SAFE Veterans initiative and teaches caregiver wellness classes with Semper Fi & America’s Fund, bringing compassionate, evidence-based, culturally grounded care to military members, veterans, first responders, caregivers, and their families.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Francis Aneke

Dr. Francis Aneke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I'm Francis Aneke, and I work with adults navigating mood disorders, anxiety, and depression. I believe healing happens when you feel genuinely heard — not rushed through a checklist. My practice is built on the idea that mental health doesn't exist in a vacuum: your relationships, work, sleep, body, and history all shape how you feel today. Whether you've been in therapy for years or are reaching out for the first time, my goal is to make this space feel like one where you can show up exactly as you are. Together, we'll work toward the kind of relief and clarity that lasts beyond our sessions.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Dr. Ifeoma Onyeiwu

Dr. Ifeoma Onyeiwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Laurel, MD


“Providing compassionate and patient-centered care, believe in building real relationships, listening closely and helping patients feel better in every sense of the word.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Elizabeth Walcott

Elizabeth Walcott

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in obtaining the whole picture of clients to understand better how their history may be contributing to their current presenting issues.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Agugo

Michael Agugo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard and understood as we work together on your mental health journey.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

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