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.
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.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're carrying anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or the stress of major life transitions. You may feel stuck, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from yourself or others, or unsure of what comes next. I work with youth, adults, seniors, individuals, and couples who want to better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change.
With more than seven years of experience, I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, stress management, grief and loss, relationship concerns, women's issues, trauma, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a warm, affirming, and supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward greater confidence, balance, and emotional well-being.
As a fully licensed therapist for 4+ years Ashley has had experience working with a wide range of clients. Recently she has begun to focus on women's health, ADHD and those with addiction issues.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in painful relationship patterns, carrying the effects of trauma, or facing a life transition that feels hard to manage, therapy can be a place to exhale. I work with adults who want support making sense of what they’re going through and finding practical ways to feel more grounded, understood, and in control. I also support clients navigating family dynamics, including experiences related to autism, adoption, and complex relationships.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) based in Tennessee. I am also licensed in the states of UT and NE. I have been in practice for 15 years. I love working with clients who are genuinely seeking therapy for their own growth and awareness. I enjoy helping clients who want to take a deeper look at behaviors and relationships in their lives that could be modified and or improved. I started my career in community mental health working with individuals who were suffering from addiction, childhood trauma, family conflict, and faith crisis. I feel like I have learned the true impact addiction, poverty, trauma, and abuse can have on an individual and family system. This has helped me create space for clients to feel safe, heard, valued, and respected in our sessions. I look forward to meeting you!
Many of the clients I work with come to me feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or weighed down by experiences they’ve carried for far too long. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship patterns rooted in early attachment wounds, or the lingering impact of trauma. Others are navigating life transitions, loss, or changes in identity that leave them uncertain about their next steps. At the core, most are seeking relief, clarity, and a stronger sense of themselves. They want to feel more regulated, more confident, and more capable of moving through daily life without being held back by old patterns or emotional pain.
Hello, my name is Shawnda Connor. I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). I grew up on a cattle ranch near Antioch Nebraska and graduated from Alliance High school. I completed my higher education at Grand Canyon University with my Bachelor’s in Psychology and Masters in Addiction Counseling. I help clients who have substance abuse or mental health or a combination of both diseases by utilizing evidence-based practices, trauma informed care, and harm reduction, I strongly believes in helping not only the individuals, but the families whose lives have been affected by mental illness or substance abuse by tailoring my therapeutic approach to you or your family’s needs. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and is a member of the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselors.
My priority is to help you find peace and transformation in whatever capacity that means for you. Whether you are looking to manage anxiety or depression, address trauma or self-esteem issues, we will work together to find an outcome that meets your needs, values and highest self.
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
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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.