Find a therapist in Lincoln, NE — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Lincoln, NE accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Lincoln's Haymarket, Antelope, and University neighborhoods with Headway. Access 156 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Many clients save significantly through insurance coverage, with some paying as little as $0 per session.
Hello, I'm glad you're here. I have over 20 years of experience helping adults, older adults, caregivers, and veterans.
I believe therapy should be a space where you feel seen without having to over-explain yourself. My role is to help you reconnect with your strengths, deepen your relationships, and move through life with greater self-trust and ease.
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I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing psychiatric care and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults through secure telehealth. My approach to care is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice.
I bring a diverse clinical background that includes over 12 years of experience across medical, surgical, and behavioral health settings, as well as over 10 years of service in the United States Navy. My background has influenced my approach to care by emphasizing professionalism, adaptability, and thoughtful decision-making, particularly in complex or high-stress situations.
Hello — I am Marlene Knerl and I look forward to meeting you. I moved to Nebraska from the west coast in the 1990s as a single mother with a desire to go to college and better our lives. I thought that Nebraska would allow for me to raise my two sons in a small town while simultaneously attending a University. First, I achieved a comprehensive degree in Psychology, then a MSed in Community Counseling.
Since becoming licensed as a counselor I have been working with individuals and families. Life can be difficult and helping people navigate the struggles is at times a challenge but nothing is more rewarding. I have always desired to help people and this profession has allowed for me to enact those intrinsic desires.
I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve what you desire.
I’m a licensed psychologist with more than three decades of experience in psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and trauma-informed care. My background includes extensive work with adults, adolescents, and children across private practice, medical settings, and the VA’s PTSD clinic, where I provided both treatment and disability evaluations. I completed my doctorate at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in an APA-approved Counseling Psychology program and an APA-accredited internship with broad training in assessment, psychotherapy, and multidisciplinary collaboration. I specialize in trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, dissociation, family-of-origin issues, and helping people untangle long-standing patterns that keep them stuck. My style is warm, open-minded, and direct, meeting people right where they are while helping them move toward where they want to be.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for and enjoy the process along the way. It does not have to be all bad. There are reasons why you think a certain way, do not have control over emotions or repeat mistakes. Let us get to the bottom of those reasons.
I want you to find meaning/purpose in school, work, family and friendships. Give yourself the opportunity to feel confident living life; knowing you have the awareness and skills to adjust. As a parent, I want you to be free from the pain of worrying, knowing that someone is there to help your child work through their depression/anger and anxiety/stress.
During the 15+ years, I have helped children, adolescents and young adults find healing and understanding in distressed times; a good deal of my career has focused on the needs of this unique age group specifically specializing in mood disorders, depression, anxiety-related issues, and social skill difficulties.
I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP), and Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW) in Omaha, Nebraska, who works with adult women and provides care for patients who struggle with trauma, sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and major life transitions, including reproductive and midlife changes. I enjoy working with women in various stages of life including pregnancy, post-partum, and perimenopause/menopause. I have extensive experience with trauma-informed, evidence-based psychotherapy and have been a licensed mental health provider for over 10 years.
About our therapists serving Lincoln, NE
- 99%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 84%Stress management
- 81%Trauma
- 79%Relationship issues
- 97%Aetna
- 93%Cigna
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 44%Providence Health Plan
- 39%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 99%English
- 3%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Yoruba
- 1%Portuguese
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 82%Woman
- 17%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 90%Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner
- 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 1%Psychologist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 31%Family therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
- 13%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Lincoln, NE
Searching for therapists in Lincoln starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. People often look for therapy in Lincoln for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or major life changes. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy approaches, and details about the type of care they offer. A bio that mentions approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care can help you understand whether a therapist’s training fits your needs.
Lincoln has mental health care options across neighborhoods near downtown, the University of Nebraska, Haymarket, and other parts of the city, but the right fit may also depend on schedule and format. Some people prefer meeting in person, while others choose virtual sessions to make care easier to fit into the week. When reviewing therapists in Lincoln, NE, consider appointment availability, whether they are accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can give you a clearer sense of each therapist’s communication style, session structure, and areas of focus.
Therapy in Lincoln can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your session costs and understand what you may pay before you begin. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, view estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you are ready. This makes it easier to compare therapists, review bios, and find care that matches your needs, schedule, and coverage.