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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Asheville, NC

Asheville residents with Aetna coverage can explore therapy and medication management through Headway, where the average client saves 75% on sessions. Connect with available providers in neighborhoods across the city with flexible virtual or in-person care.

Rodney Wike

Rodney Wike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lenoir, NC


Ever feel like your brain just won't cooperate? You know what you need to do, but you can't make yourself do it. You lose things, forget things, start projects you never finish — and you've probably been told to just try harder.

That gets old.

I'm Rodney. I'm a board-certified PMHNP and I work exclusively with adults who think they might have ADHD — or who already know they do and need a provider who actually gets it. ADHD is all I do, which means I'm not guessing.

I'll be straight with you: I talk to my patients like people, not cases. I want to know what your life actually looks like — your job, your relationships, what's driving you crazy — because that's how we figure out what's going to help.

I'm a veteran, and if that's part of your story too, you'll feel that in how I communicate. Direct, no fluff, no runaround.

I see adults across all of North Carolina via telehealth, seven days a week. If this sounds like what you've been looking for, just reach out.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Men's issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Richard McDonald

Richard McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eman Moustafa

Eman Moustafa

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Consider EMDR, a modality that uses the brain's natural processing genius to move through upsetting issues blocking your flow and happiness.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ajiroghene Onwawoma

Ajiroghene Onwawoma

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“A thoughtful blend of various therapeutic techniques that addresses your needs and focuses on your overall wellbeing.”
Aetna + 3 others
Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Elizabeth Read

Elizabeth Read

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is a space to slow down, reflect deeply, and make room for parts of you that may have been silenced, pushed aside, or hidden beneath coping strategies.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Arthur Frankel

Arthur Frankel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I want my clients to feel that they learned something about themselves and about their relationships after each session.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Laura Noel

Laura Noel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have been a practicing therapist for 7 years and have over 11 years of mental health work experience.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Dr. Vikki T. Gaskin-Butler

Dr. Vikki T. Gaskin-Butler

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


Dr. Vikki T. Gaskin-Butler is a licensed psychologist (clinical and health psychology), ordained clergy person, and yoga teacher. She is licensed as a psychologist in Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina, and maintains a small private practice via telehealth. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Spelman College. She received a Master of Science and Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Florida. She also received a Master of Divinity degree from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University. Dr. Vikki draws on her knowledge of human potential from her experience as a psychologist, ordained clergy person, and yoga teacher to support the psychological, spiritual, and physical well-being of all people.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terri Faison

Terri Faison

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal as a therapist is to help people help themselves. We can be the villain in our own story, but we must learn how to eventually save ourselves.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Romayne Mappes

Romayne Mappes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients often describe me as calm, real, & deeply attuned. I believe healing begins with feeling understood—so we start there.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Lara

Elizabeth Lara

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Liz! I help clients heal from past trauma and uncover the root of what’s keeping them feeling stuck. Trauma can shape the way you see yourself, others, and the world—often showing up as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or difficulty setting healthy boundaries.

My work focuses on addressing these deeper patterns to support lasting healing and meaningful personal growth. For those who desire it, I also offer the option to integrate Christian faith into the counseling process.

I believe therapy should not only be effective but also feel human and approachable. We’ll roll up our sleeves and do the work together, while also making space for moments of lightness along the way.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Robert Worley

Robert Worley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My clinical orientation is grounded in evidence‐based, person‐centered, and trauma‐informed care, with a strong emphasis on helping clients build sustainable skills that promote long‐term autonomy and improved functioning.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Sleep disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hale Woods

Hale Woods

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My ultimate goal for all client outcomes is to provide the right skills, support, and psychoeducation needed for you to become your own therapist.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Shelton-Kerr

Christine Shelton-Kerr

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach focuses on helping you move beyond thinking about your emotions to actually experiencing and processing them in a way that creates real, lasting change.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Thom

Tamara Thom

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress or burn-out in various areas of life and are ready and want to make a change.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Dr. KC Uwakwe

Dr. KC Uwakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I am dedicated to holistic care by fostering trust through active listening, open communication, and empathy.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Patricia Fearing

Patricia Fearing

Therapist

Virtual • Greensboro, NC


“My hope is that you will connect with yourself in new ways, with new approaches to feeling better, and realize that all the wisdom you need is already within yourself.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Ashley Mathes

Ashley Mathes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 10+ years of experience working in both inpatient and outpatient services. I am seasoned in working with depression, anxiety, attachment and relationships, self-esteem and identity building and trauma.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Pignato

Victoria Pignato

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I believe in an egalitarian relationship, meaning we step out of the hierarchical healing systems we are familiar with and work together to find your unique goals and outcomes.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kendria Harris

Kendria Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a laid back approach to therapy and prioritize creating a safe/therapeutic environment for individuals and family members who choose to heal from the impact substance addiction has on the family.”
Aetna + 5 others
Family issues, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Angela Seabrooks

Dr. Angela Seabrooks

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I aim to create a safe space for you to process through the challenges surfacing, while ensuring you feel heard and understood.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jillian Grant

Jillian Grant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is person-centered and strengths-based — focused on empowering clients to build resilience, recognize their inner strengths, and develop practical tools to meet their personal goals.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Victoria Shawl

Victoria Shawl

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I approach sessions from a mindfulness perspective and will collaborate with you to help you find balance, as you heal and grow.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annette Feerst

Annette Feerst

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work at facilitating a safe space for clients to explore their emotions and experiences, empowering them to achieve personal growth and healing.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Shawnta Wright

Shawnta Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I believe that change is a process so I help clients increase their motivation and overcome barriers to making desired changes.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Danielle Taylor

Danielle Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I have over 10 years of experience as a social worker assisting those with chronic mental health struggles. I specialize in anxiety, OCD & phobias, mood disorders and general work with adults experiencing challenging life stressors, change or loss. No matter what life stage you are in, therapy can help you cope and learn to thrive.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mutema Molongwe

Mutema Molongwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I value building genuine therapeutic relationships and believe that care is most effective when clients feel respected, informed, and actively involved in decisions about their treatment.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Sanders

Tiffany Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am professionally trained in trauma-focused modalities and treatment approaches, including the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics, Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Heidi Esparrago Zeppelin

Heidi Esparrago Zeppelin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in trauma treatment and am passionate about supporting clients on their journey to a happier and healthier lifestyle.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
MaryCaroline Gibson

MaryCaroline Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize a conjunction of modalities including CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, and Person Centered approaches with a holistic lens.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonisha Singh

Tonisha Singh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 11 years of healthcare experience. Before specializing in psychiatry, I worked in the Burn ICU and outpatient procedural settings, where I learned the importance of caring for the whole person during some of life’s most difficult moments. I earned my nursing degree from UNC Chapel Hill and my Master of Science in Nursing from Frontier Nursing University. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and especially enjoy helping people navigate ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life changes—like school, relationships, career stress, or grief—that can leave us feeling overwhelmed or stuck.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Hannah Kaye

Hannah Kaye

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you live a rich and meaningful life, and experience the growth and healing that can come after hard times.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michael Helfer

Dr. Michael Helfer

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


I've been a psychologist for over 10 years. I have practiced in different places across, the U.S., including Seattle, Hawai'i, and now Wilmington the past few years. I truly enjoy what I do. I believe working on your mental health makes life more satisfying, myself included. I work with adults from a variety of backgrounds, Common reasons people see me include: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, men's issues, and substance use.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Cassidy Ferguson

Cassidy Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal as a therapist is to help you help yourself and to be fresh eyes for your healing journey through multiple interventions including The Word of God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit!”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Walter Adigwe

Walter Adigwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over two decades of experience in both critical care and psychiatric settings, I've learned the importance of treating the whole person—not just the diagnosis...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Matlyn Tresierra

Matlyn Tresierra

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about leading my clients to creative solutions to what they view needs to be changed.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jeff Flowers

Jeff Flowers

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in the treatment of issues related to Trauma and Couples Counseling. I am also experienced in treating a wide range of adult mental health issues including Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jorie Luecken

Jorie Luecken

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I am dedicated to helping people find growth and healing so that they can experience all of the joy that life has to offer.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Deiandra Wade-Anderson

Deiandra Wade-Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help individuals define their purpose and provide skills needed to attain those ambitions...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ginger Hannigan

Ginger Hannigan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Making a decision to gain a better sense of purpose and defining (or redefining) greater harmony and alignment is the greatest gift you can offer to those around you and yourself.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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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