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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Merrick, NY

Find Aetna-covered therapy in Merrick with copays as low as $0-$30 per session. Headway connects you with 8,085 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person care, with many available for consultations within days.

Merlene Jules

Merlene Jules

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • White Plains, NY


“With over thirty-one years of experience working with people in all walks of life, I employ togetherness in my work with clients.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alison Stone

Alison Stone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nyack, NY


“I became a therapist because my own experience as a client was so transformational, I wanted to give that gift to others.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Heidi Boyson

Heidi Boyson

Therapist

In-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


“Therapy is one of the best ways for people to advocate for themselves and I celebrate every opportunity to help someone find what works for them.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Innabi

Jennifer Innabi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Harrison, NY


“I take pride in maintaining a warm, conversational approach to therapy, rather than relying on a rigid or overly clinical style.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Dr. Ashley Lessey

Dr. Ashley Lessey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


“I am committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those I work with, and strive to provide compassionate all inclusive care.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Cynthia Tloczkowski

Cynthia Tloczkowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Bayport, NY


“I have a Masters degree in School Psychology as well as a License for Mental Health Counseling. I have been working with children, families and adults for 25 years.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Mashberg

Michael Mashberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • New York, NY


“I work interactively to support and guide you in achieving the inner space needed for your self-knowledge, enabling you to be at one with yourself...”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Cynthia Kamajian-Duncan

Cynthia Kamajian-Duncan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ossining, NY


“My focus is to help individuals/families/young adults in college/university, learn to cope with their presenting issues and life transitions.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Andrew Eisenberg

Andrew Eisenberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • White Plains, NY


“I generally use an ego-supportive and strength based approach where clients can feel empowered to explore their needs...”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Bruce Lowenstein

Dr. Bruce Lowenstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • New City, NY


“Feeling listened to and understood, accepted and supported as well as gently challenged when necessary, always with the goal of feeling better and living well.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Meredith Pharis

Meredith Pharis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cortlandt, NY


Hi, and welcome! Through our work together, I look forward to learning more about you and your experience, and helping you to find your way confidently to a more fulfilling life. I work in partnership with my clients to develop the most effective goals for treatment and beyond. I’ve worked with people of all ages and backgrounds, and have extensive experience treating depression, anxiety and ADHD, amongst others.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nancy Arocho-Mercado

Dr. Nancy Arocho-Mercado

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Peekskill, NY


“Born in Puerto Rico and raised in The Bronx, I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Dr. Lynn Bogin

Dr. Lynn Bogin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Peekskill, NY


“I believe therapy is a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you work toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frances Handler-Igna

Frances Handler-Igna

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Mahopac, NY


Hi! My name is Frances and I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Mahopac with over 30 years of experience

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pilar Verdesoto

Pilar Verdesoto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mahopac, NY


“I believe in an eclectic style, while working towards understanding our stories from the past and how these impact on our daily lives and our bio- psychosocial/emotional functioning.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Culley

Jennifer Culley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Carmel Hamlet, NY


“My goal is that every client leaves their session with a sense of being heard, respected, and empowered.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Wade Hathaway

Wade Hathaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nelsonville, NY


I am a therapist with over 30 years experience in the broader mental health field. I have worked with a wide array of individuals, couples and families from incredibly diverse backgrounds. Over the years I have practiced with or in communities, outpatient clinics, emergency response teams, EAP, psychiatric institutions and of course private practice. among the populations I have focused experience with include veterans, incarcerated individuals, LGBTQ+ , athletes, performing artists and business leaders.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Gloria Ginski

Gloria Ginski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Warwick, NY


I strive to create a safe, supportive therapeutic environment that encourages healing and growth for my clients.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I hold my Masters degree from Alliance Graduate School of Counseling.

I have clinical experience treating individuals, couples, adolescents, children and families. I have treated various mental health disorders, such as, anxiety, depression, bi-polar, trauma, eating disorders, OCD and PTSD as well as couple and family conflict.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Napolitano-Navarra

Natalie Napolitano-Navarra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY


“My clients should know that I am easily relatable and non-judgmental. They should know that i am a good listener and will be there to help them find their way through their issues.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Lauren Hawxhurst

Lauren Hawxhurst

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cornwall, NY


“My role as a counselor is to provide a space where clients can be vulnerable and open about the challenges they face...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
AnnMarie Colandrea

AnnMarie Colandrea

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cornwall, NY


“I have almost 25 years of experience in the human services field and love working with mature adolescents and young adults to help develop coping skills to deal with the stress of unpredictable and sometimes uncontrollable life situations.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Southwell

Paula Southwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chester, NY


“Living up to one's full potential is quest, a journey, where we learn along the way how to make ourselves better and stronger.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Meredith Millen

Meredith Millen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newburgh, NY


“My style is integrative; I draw from various theoretical schools of thought and utilize dimensions of therapeutic healing since different approaches are applicable to different people in different situations.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Eunice Martinez-Salazar

Dr. Eunice Martinez-Salazar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Goshen, NY


“I bring a holistic perspective to the therapeutic process, addressing the mind, body, and emotions while honoring each person's cultural and lived experience.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Dongmo

Jacqueline Dongmo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Goshen, NY


“Dealing with mental health challenges can be overwhelming, but it's important to remember that you don't have to face them alone.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Darya Gorinshteyn

Darya Gorinshteyn

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Our human experience can carry trauma, and I bring both clinical training and real-world experience in trauma informed care from health care and higher education. I support people in moving toward health-based emotional and mental well-being. My work integrates clinical knowledge with embodied, brain-based approaches to healing. Light-hearted and warm, I deeply value each person's unique story and inner world. I work primarily with adults, navigating phobias, anxiety, chronic nervous system dysregulation, relational repair, challenging life transitions, and persistent survival patterns. I continually expand my knowledge through innovative and evidence-based tools.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jules Garcia De Onrubia

Jules Garcia De Onrubia

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in relational work that seeks to challenge power dynamics and centers your lived experience.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lois Gaebler

Lois Gaebler

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I have been working with the Elderly and their family members for 40 years. I work from a strength-based perspective and work with clients to empower them and help find solutions to their issues.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Harris

Brooke Harris

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use a variety of therapeutic approaches and tailor sessions to help you identify your goals and work toward those using the strengths, skills, and tools that we identify and develop together.”
Aetna + 16 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Julia Bishop

Julia Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe you are in the driver seat of your treatment, with me in the passenger seat supporting you every step of the way.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Rivera

Cindy Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 18 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. I strive to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My style is practical and solution-focused, empowering clients to take small, actionable steps toward meaningful personal growth.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fatima Abdul-Azim

Fatima Abdul-Azim

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My therapy approach to therapy is to emphasize self-exploration, personal growth and client's inherent potential for self-actualization while being sensitive to my client's needs.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Bowman

Kevin Bowman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe in creating a safe nonjudgmental space where clients can fill in power to take meaningful steps toward their personal goals.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jill Meyer

Jill Meyer

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I've been practicing in the mental health field for more than 4 years now. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and love using it with many different clients. I've found that DBT has also helped me on a personal level.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Misha Vernatter

Misha Vernatter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Life's challenges don't skip us just because we're therapists—I know how it feels to realize you need help but feel afraid to seek it.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Sofya Shuster

Sofya Shuster

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I use a compassionate, client-centered approach with a focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to distress.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Myrtle Richards

Myrtle Richards

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy should feel safe, empowering, and practical. My goal is to help you develop effective coping skills, gain insight into their emotions and behaviors, and feel supported as they work toward meaningful and lasting change.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Donato

Lindsay Donato

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi! I'm Lindsay. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been in the field of Social Work for the past ten years. I have worked in a multitude of settings. I have worked with children as young as 4-5 years of age to older adults in their 70s. I have been working in telehealth medicine since December of 2019. I had previously worked in community health. My main focus has been anxiety disorders, but I also work with those experiencing symptoms of depression, stress, family issues/concerns, and relationship problems.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Eliza Strawbridge

Eliza Strawbridge

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that we receive messages starting in girlhood about the ways that we are expected to live our lives, yet it is living as our authentic selves, not following the life scripts set by others, that rewards us with happiness and...”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Derrick Stroud

Dr. Derrick Stroud

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a licensed therapist committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and collaborative environment where people are empowered to explore their experiences and work towards meaningful change.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna 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 Aetna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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