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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Albuquerque, NM

Headway makes UnitedHealthcare-covered therapy accessible throughout Albuquerque, from Downtown to the Northeast Heights. Schedule your free consultation today and connect with providers offering both talk therapy and medication support within your budget.

Laurie Larimer

Laurie Larimer

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“In our sessions, you can expect a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where we can explore your inner world together.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Racheal Onodu

Racheal Onodu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Albuquerque, NM


I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with 18 years of experience in general health and 7 years of mental health. I diagnose and treat mental disorders with a sense of comfort and trust. My practice combines the best of psychiatric services with focus on the best treatment plan for your general well-being.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ann Akpaka

Ann Akpaka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am passionate about mental health and strive to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness through advocacy and empowering individuals to take control of their mental health and a live fulfill life.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
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.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory

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Stefanie Rider

Stefanie Rider

Therapist

Virtual • Albuquerque, NM


“My goal is to empower individuals in achieving our fullest potential by providing an environment where they can feel heard and understood...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
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.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Theresa Seffrin

Theresa Seffrin

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“After more than 20 years of learning and helping people through thousands of sessions, I have developed a holistic and compassionate approach...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Edmund Munde

Edmund Munde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach focuses on addressing mental health concerns while empowering patients through knowledge and active participation in their care, guiding them towards improved physical and cognitive well-being.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory

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Rebecca Booker

Rebecca Booker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Clovis, NM


“I am passionate about mental health because of first-hand experiences in my circle of family and friends.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Queen Efiom

Queen Efiom

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach to therapy is strengths-based, which means I help clients recognize and build upon their personal strengths to create and sustain positive change.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Lizzy Avila

Lizzy Avila

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I understand what it's like to have rough times and I know that each one of us can overcome these difficult times with some elbow grease and support.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Ulysses Diaz

Ulysses Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I have served my community as a counselor, professor, mentor, therapist, and advocate for students, especially first generation and men of color.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Marcela Alvarado

Marcela Alvarado

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


Hello! My name is Marcie and I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. My passion is helping individuals find their peace, confidence, and clarity. With a deep commitment to mental wellness, I offer compassionate, evidence-based care for children, teens, and adults across the lifespan.

Background & Education

I earned my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Rush University in Chicago, IL and received my Psychiatric specialization from National University in San Diego CA. I have my national board certification through the ANCC and have trained in a variety of clinical settings, including outpatient psychiatry, integrated primary care, and crisis intervention services.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Barry Daly

Barry Daly

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I dig for a deeper understanding of others by exploring for an understanding of their hidden psychological messages.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Fadekemi Olude

Fadekemi Olude

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach is focused on evidence-based practice helping patients use medication management to assist with processing their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, so that they can begin to make the targeted change.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Manuela Palacio

Manuela Palacio

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I specialize in supporting your journey of navigating challenging emotions, self-destructive patterns, traumatic experiences, and mental health challenges.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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David Greene

David Greene

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Having trained in several modalities including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems and Specializing in Substance Use Disorder, I utilize an integrative and client-centered approach to best service the needs of each individual...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dominica Montano

Dominica Montano

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I take a collaborative approach to therapy and believe we are a team in this work. Engaging in mutual respect, curiosity, consideration and care.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ilana Simons

Dr. Ilana Simons

Psychologist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I see therapy as the chance to do what art does: to try a new format, to dare to trust it, to nurture something new until it lives.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Emily Ruckman

Emily Ruckman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I interweave traditional and functional psychiatry to help my clients achieve symptom relief and optimal mental wellness.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory

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Kathryn Wolf

Kathryn Wolf

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I'm compassionate and confrontational when necessary! I'll challenge you and support you, all at the same time!”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Esther Nkwanyuo

Esther Nkwanyuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I see clients across lifespan. From Ages 4 to 80 years of age. Working with different modalities simplifies and integrates different part of the puzzle.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Garry Cowles

Garry Cowles

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I work well with clients who are having substance abuse issues, depression, Anxiety, relationship issues and achademic/vocational stress.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Franklin Porcil

Franklin Porcil

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“A collaborative effort that includes medication and or therapy between you and I that is built on mutual respect and understanding...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Paula Green

Paula Green

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I have 20 years experience providing therapy to adults, youth and families working through a variety of life challenges including, depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidal thoughts, and family/relationship issues.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nneka Okoh Godwin

Nneka Okoh Godwin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Albuquerque, NM


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are and understand their lived experience and present symptoms.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sumaiya Ahmed

Sumaiya Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe my purpose is to teach you the tools needed that will empower you to move forward and live your life to the fullest.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Idemudia

Christine Idemudia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I'm a dual certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel comfortable being themselves.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Vanessa Bretado Yagel

Vanessa Bretado Yagel

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I use an eclectic approach because not everyone fits the same mold. I have a toolbox full of tools that I am ready to teach you.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Juliet Glass

Juliet Glass

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach is warm, practical, and holistic - we will look at your symptoms, your story, your lifestyle, and what you want life to feel like again.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jacqueline Hamilton

Jacqueline Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I focus on creating a safe, validating environment where you can show up as you are, without needing to have it all figured out.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Stress management
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Michael Conner

Michael Conner

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My overall goal is to help you become the healthiest individual – mentally and emotionally – that you can be.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

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Melanie Hunter

Melanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


My name is Melanie Hunter and I am a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) practitioner. I hold a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas State University. I began my career working with adolescents through a non-profit organization and then later, adults in employment settings. My work providing telehealth counseling with adults began in 2020.



United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Julie Guynn

Julie Guynn

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Clients can expect to take away new skills sets, different viewpoints, challenges to unhealthy ways of coping and relating, validation, and acceptance.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Carrie Willey

Dr. Carrie Willey

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Clients can expect to have the experience of being heard, a sense of a collaborative, achievable goal(s) and a firm foundation on which they can continue to build a healthy recovery.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Angelique Gettle

Angelique Gettle

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My style is conversational and relaxed. I will work with you to address your individual strengths and goals as well as any current challenges you are facing.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Empowering

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Dr. Theophlius Watson III

Dr. Theophlius Watson III

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Theo uses a kind and empathetic, yet direct, approach to help clients achieve their goals and reach their full potential.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Joan Wong

Joan Wong

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Our sessions will be challenging, yet grace-filled; sometimes direct. I hope to share, to inspire, and to encourage you to begin making positive life-oriented choices...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Abieyuwa Salami

Abieyuwa Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Albuquerque, NM


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and alcohol use recovery.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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.