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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Plainfield, NJ

Plainfield residents with UnitedHealthcare can access mental health care through Headway's expansive provider network. Whether you're in downtown Plainfield or surrounding neighborhoods, virtual and in-person sessions are available with copays from $0-$30 and free intake consultations.

Charles Schoch

Charles Schoch

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I have a strong personal connection to nature, which I believe can be a powerful tool for healing. I enjoy spending time outdoors, camping, hiking, surfing, and even farming—which allows me to maintain a sense of balance and peace.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Patricia Carter-Bridges

Patricia Carter-Bridges

Therapist

Virtual • Vauxhall, NJ


“Each session will have goals and teachable outcomes. This environment of growth will create a space of non-judgment and validation.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Crystal Carson

Crystal Carson

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I hope each client I work with leaves sessions with one of three things, 1) resolution, 2) solutions, or 3) insight.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Jacqueline Serritella

Jacqueline Serritella

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hoboken, NJ


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in trauma-informed, patient-centered care.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Brittany LaFemina

Brittany LaFemina

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As your Therapist, I will provide you with a supportive, nurturing, direct, slightly humorous, and accepting environment.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Afua Ampiaw

Dr. Afua Ampiaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am calm, attentive, and easy to talk to, and I take time to listen, so you feel comfortable sharing openly.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Lisa Penberthy

Lisa Penberthy

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My work with clients focuses on skill building as well as creating a secure space to explore challenges my clients may be experiencing.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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Geraldine Pena

Geraldine Pena

Therapist

Virtual • Cherry Hill Township, NJ


“I am passionate about helping guide teens and adults of minority backgrounds to live a more healed, truthful and peaceful life.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Jennie Reitter

Jennie Reitter

Therapist

Virtual • Glassboro, NJ


“I have been providing therapy to youth and adults for over twenty years. I specialize in treating trauma and assiting youth and adults on their healing journey.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Trauma
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Nwayieze Ndukwe

Dr. Nwayieze Ndukwe

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Boonton, NJ


“My clinical practice is rooted in a patient-centered approach, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based treatment.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Joshua Durand

Joshua Durand

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I bring extensive training and expertise for individuals and families. My practice offers tele-health based services that specialize in providing trauma informed care for a range of issues including anxiety, mood regulation, and crisis management. My practice has evolved to encompass clinical work and coaching for clients with a diverse range of needs.

As a counselor, I bring extensive training and expertise in evidence-based therapies for individuals and couples. My goal is to provide supportive and empowering care. With over 24 years in the field, I have built a professional reputation for being responsive, empathic, and encouraging for clients wherever they are on their journey.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic

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Mr.  Andy Garcia

Mr. Andy Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Being a Latino and growing up in New York City has helped to shape me to be a therapist who is culturally-sensitive...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Dr. Jed Livingston

Dr. Jed Livingston

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is warm and supportive. I have found that when people are understood without judgment and they are given the right tools, they can overcome great challenges in life.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory

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Yuriy Bortnik

Yuriy Bortnik

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bridgewater, NJ


“I primarily specialize in medication management, with a holistic health approach serving as a compass.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Hayes

Jennifer Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am very strengths-based and therefore like to start with looking at the positive strengths of a person or family.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Shenelle DePaul

Shenelle DePaul

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to walk alongside you in that process, offering a compassionate space to be heard & practical guidance & resources to support your growth.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Pallotta

Christina Pallotta

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Christina uses evidence-based techniques and an eclectic style approach, pulling from multiple theoretical practices.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Katrina Seigerman

Katrina Seigerman

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“You can expect to be simultaneously challenged and held with care. There is always room for both in every relationship, but especially in therapy.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Raquel Meade

Dr. Raquel Meade

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Dr. Meade recognizes the importance of building trust and rapport with clients, and creates a safe and supportive space where clients can build self-awareness and develop effective, research-based coping strategies.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Christian Santana

Christian Santana

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a Latino therapist, I am interested on issues regarding racial and ethnic identity, multiculturalism, and migration trauma.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Holistic, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grace Nwokike

Grace Nwokike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Vauxhall, NJ


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and structured. I focus on helping clients improve focus, stabilize mood, and function better at work, school, and home.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shamima Akhter

Dr. Shamima Akhter

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strongly believe clients are experts on themselves; hence my approach to therapy is empowering and encouraging clients to lean into experiences to meet their goals.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Kristie Ashe

Kristie Ashe

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have built my practice and experience working alongside clients experiencing Mental Health issues,the LBGTQIA+ community, Autism and Substance Use Communities.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Chana Brauser

Chana Brauser

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I'm a mom of five, including identical twins, and I bring my lived experience to my work with clients.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Marie James

Tina Marie James

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strongly advocate for mental health care for my patients with being as humble, compassionate and caring while providing the best mental health treatment.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Emory Perkins

Dr. Emory Perkins

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“He is non-judgmental and always starts where the client understands their current psychosocial situation without being biased.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
John Petrie

John Petrie

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Welcome to Complete Wellness Therapy Group!

Therapy tends to be most effective when there's a strong bond between the client and therapist. At Complete Wellness Therapy Group, I make it a priority to ensure that every client I work with feels truly heard, understood, and validated, empowering them to achieve their goals and create the positive changes they seek in their life.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Shannon Szymanski

Shannon Szymanski

Therapist

Virtual • Stafford Township, NJ


“I focus on the individuals strengths, utilizing a person-centered approach, and assists individuals in learning and implementing a variety of techniques.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Ayala

Jessica Ayala

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Kulisek

Pamela Kulisek

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Our sessions together will be a collaborative relationship that offers opportunities of self-discovery for clients ready to work towards their own personal growth.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Rodriguez

Jonathan Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I partner with my clients to help them identify the barriers so that they can reach their full potential.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alice Ironnah

Alice Ironnah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I will work with you to help you develop the strategies you need to get back on the path that leads to happiness, joy and success.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Carolyn Smiley

Carolyn Smiley

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe in the healing power of relationship. So, with nurturance, compassion, and a smattering of humor, I'll provide a safe space for you to be, explore, and process the roots of your distress.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. William Matta

Dr. William Matta

Therapist

Virtual • Medford, NJ


“Dr. Matta's treatments include: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Kim Keyes

Kim Keyes

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take pride in using my personhood (personality, humor, and experience) to ensure every person I work with feels accepted and seen...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Blondina Kovacevic

Blondina Kovacevic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Piscataway, NJ


“My passion for mental health is deeply personal, and I take great pride in my work, paying close attention to detail.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Christina Rodriguez

Christina Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, NJ


“I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, which means I aim to understand you as a whole person, including your physical, emotional, mental, social, spiritual well-being.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tessa Fox

Tessa Fox

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I will be your biggest cheerleader, utilizing warmth, humor and compassion throughout our time together.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Aimee DeSheplo

Aimee DeSheplo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Balancing the demands of life these days can be stressful. I will work together with you to help support you with any stress, anxiety, or depression you may be experiencing. Sign up for a free 15 minute consultation appointment. I am currently accepting new clients and I am in network with several insurances. Let's work together to come up with coping strategies that work best for you to help you best handle a variety of life stressors and everyday pressures. I am a warm and caring person with years of experience in both Counseling and Education. I will work alongside you to give you the support you need as we problem solve and make connections to things together. In addition, I have experience and can help you to find helpful tools for better managing stress, anxiety, and depression.

United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cona Torres

Cona Torres

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I show up with both heart and honesty, helping clients feel grounded, seen, and supported as they learn who they are beneath the overwhelm.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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.