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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque residents with Cigna insurance can access mental health support through Headway's network, with copay estimates ranging from $0-$40. Choose from thousands of providers for talk therapy and medication management, with sessions available online or in-person.

Patricia Chandler

Patricia Chandler

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I work from a calm, grounded, Person-Centered approach — which means our first job is making sure you actually feel heard and understood, not put on a clinical conveyor belt.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Tenelle Phillips

Tenelle Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


As clinical social worker, I know that there is not an easy fix to all of our challenges. However, it is my mission to find a path to healing. Together we can develop tools and positive coping skills to get through these difficult times. I am passionate about helping people who want to help themselves live life to the fullest. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities, especially CBT and DBT therapy.

Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ngozi Ogbongbemiga

Ngozi Ogbongbemiga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I apply a collaborative and culturally sensitive approach while ensuring patients feel comfortable and actively involved in their treatment.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelly Lewin

Shelly Lewin

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


⭐ I’m Shelly Lewin, LCSW/LICSW, a therapist with 31 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, identity issues, and major life transitions. I provide virtual therapy across Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, New Mexico, and West Virginia, offering accessible, evidence‐based care to clients seeking meaningful and lasting change. I have 30+ years of experience in private practice and leadership roles at organizations including:

  • The Joint Commission
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Common Spirit
  • Mount Sinai Health System

This background allows me to offer deep clinical expertise paired with practical, real‐world understanding of how people heal and grow. My approach is warm, collaborative, open‐minded, and affirming. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change, I’m here to walk beside you with steady support and clinically grounded guidance. I specialize in therapy for adults experiencing:

  • Anxiety & panic disorders
  • Depression & mood disorders
  • PTSD and trauma recovery
  • Substance use and addiction
  • LGBTQIA+ affirmative care
  • Men’s issues & identity exploration
  • Life and career transitions
  • Chronic illness & long-term stress

Additional areas of expertise include: Bipolar disorder, OCD, grief & loss, workplace stress, anger management, cultural/ethnic identity issues, expat adjustment, relationship issues, family challenges, and end-of-life concerns

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Andrea Willoughby Taylor

Andrea Willoughby Taylor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered. I believe in using mindfulness-based coping strategies...”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Ifeoma Mekwunye

Ifeoma Mekwunye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is to help you manage symptoms and build healthy coping skills. Every session is met with kindness, warmth, and open-mindedness.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kafayat Popoola

Kafayat Popoola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My hope is that you can leave sessions feeling heard, involved, supported in your healing journey, and hopeful for the future.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kontasha Wise

Kontasha Wise

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“Listening to what the client is saying and working with them to provide the treatment that will best fit them.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Elizabeth Omoniyi

Elizabeth Omoniyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable discussing their challenges openly.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Jacob Read

Jacob Read

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My diverse background allows me to connect deeply with patients from all walks of life, understanding firsthand the challenges they face and the hope that lies in the possibility of change.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Dr. Nascia Graham Pmhnp

Dr. Nascia Graham Pmhnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“By combining evidence-based therapy with thoughtful medication management, I aim to create a compassionate and confidential space where you feel supported and empowered on your path to wellness.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jelya Fatawu

Jelya Fatawu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach includes comprehensive assessments, thoughtful diagnosis, and personalized medication management.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Michael Webb

Michael Webb

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach in psychotherapy is solution-oriented, direct and holistic, with the emphasis on your growth and autonomy.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Blankenship

Mary Blankenship

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“By managing mood and correcting unhelpful patterns, together we can set you on a brighter and greener pathway.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Justin Benedict

Justin Benedict

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach to healthcare is grounded in holistic wellness, where I focus on addressing the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social aspects of a person's well-being.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nancy Chaparro

Nancy Chaparro

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I bring a trauma-informed, culturally inclusive lens to therapy, drawing from my background in crisis intervention, intergenerational trauma and systems advocacy.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Ellis

David Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I have worked for over 30 years in the mental health field. My professional experience includes working with adults, couples, families, and armed services members.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Emilia O' Neill-Baker

Emilia O' Neill-Baker

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is to walk with you —so you can experience greater balance, resilience, joy, and overall wellness in your life.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Caldwell

Nicole Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is to provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can better understand yourself, develop practical coping skills, build confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
John Barr

John Barr

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Fe, NM


“Effective talk therapy provides space for attunement with needs met and unmet, for safety, for recognition.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Poaches

Jennifer Poaches

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My driving force in this work is to cultivate a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space where you can find yourself and become the best version of you.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Kerri Payne

Kerri Payne

Therapist

Virtual • Truth or Consequences, NM


“I am a very open minded person that my clients can open up too without judgement and radical acceptance.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Cora Boyd

Cora Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“She is committed to promote personal growth using empathy, and patience while remaining culturally competent.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Celeste Lopez

Celeste Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Celeste has a passion for working with individuals who have survived sexual trauma and she has unique training in working with those with sexual issues.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Beatriz Carrillo-Blanco

Beatriz Carrillo-Blanco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


Double board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in depression, ADHD, women’s mental health concerns, and the unique pressures faced by high-functioning professionals and students. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and nonjudgmental.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jimmie Woodward

Jimmie Woodward

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


I am a Master level Clinical Social Worker licensed in the State of Michigan. I believe in empowering individuals to take control of their lives and overcome their challenges.

Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Melissa Geraci

Dr. Melissa Geraci

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


As a provider with 40+ years of sobriety, I offer real solutions for substance abuse problems. What makes my practice unique is my personal and professional background in disabilities that goes decades in Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, hearing and vision impairments, severe mental illness (psychosis) and cerebral palsy. In addition, I have completed Certificates In Jungian Psychodynamic Psychotherapy with adolescents and Young Adults, TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy) and Compassionate Bereavement Care. My education includes a M.S. in Special Education at Johns Hopkins, post-graduate certificate in Behaviors in Autism from University of Massachusetts Lowell, a MSW from Western New Mexico University, and a Ph.D. in Political Science from University of Southern California. In addition, I serve all ages.

Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Susan Reyes-Torres

Susan Reyes-Torres

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I journey with clients offering emotional support and coping methods to address a variety of concerns.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carlyss Kurtti

Carlyss Kurtti

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I specialize in working with individuals recovering from trauma, abuse, domestic violence, codependency, grief, and relationship challenges.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melinda Chernev

Melinda Chernev

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I create a supportive environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Curt Hampton

Curt Hampton

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“You can expect me to take time to get to know you and collaboratively craft a plan of action for us to work with.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Energetic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Grace Amah

Dr. Grace Amah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Clayton, NM


“I'm passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, evidence-based care, and practical strategies.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Jorge Brozicevich

Jorge Brozicevich

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I developed my experience working with people dealing with different problems, as emotion regulation and communication issues, depression, stress, anxiety and trauma, incorporating new tools and knowledge.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Garrett Humphries

Garrett Humphries

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach is grounded in the belief that while clients hold the personal history and insights needed for change, my role is to steward the therapeutic space and help focus those insights toward meaningful progress.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Joy Nwankwo

Joy Nwankwo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Las Cruces, NM


“I strongly believe in not letting your struggle become your identity, because a healthy mind is the greatest gift.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Jill Koehn

Jill Koehn

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I understand and have experienced myself that life brings many surprises and unexpected transitions.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Ebelechukwu Ekwenugo

Ebelechukwu Ekwenugo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“Mental health work to me is more than a job, it is a passion for which I employs my full commitment to helping patients with my knowledge.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Natasha Najar

Natasha Najar

Psychologist

Virtual • Albuquerque, NM


“I specialize in helping people manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, and my approach combines practical tools with warmth and compassion.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Dr. Temitope Adams

Dr. Temitope Adams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Las Cruces, NM


“My goal is to provide compassionate, respectful, and culturally responsive care where clients feel safe, heard, and supported throughout their mental health journey.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

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Cigna 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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Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — 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.