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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte residents with Aetna coverage can access talk therapy and medication management through Headway. With copays ranging from $0-$20 and providers available soon, getting support has never been more accessible.

Mary Walston

Mary Walston

Therapist

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


“I Whole Heartedly Work To Provide customized, sensitive, and transformative yet practical support...”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
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
Cassie Sigler

Cassie Sigler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I see the therapeutic process as a collaborative experience. I utilize empathy and compassion to validate feelings, while we work to challenge the negative thoughts that prevent people from seeing their full potential.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Dr. Christopher Townsend

Dr. Christopher Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I've been doing this for 25 years and have worked with people of various ages on issues like depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and conflicts over identity development.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Von Der Lehr

Cynthia Von Der Lehr

Therapist

Virtual • Chapel Hill, NC


“Over the last 25 years, I have seen many individuals learn to transform their pain to growth, abandon struggle for understanding and undo stuck-ness into thriving!”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Green

Diana Green

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that my role is to walk beside you on your journey. What I can offer are a variety of strategies and perspectives as well as the skills to help you apply them.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Ashley Townsend

Ashley Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe the counseling experience should allow individuals to explore new ideas and gain a sense of understanding by enjoying their unique and customized healing journey in a safe, non-judgmental and comforting space.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Turquoisia Green

Turquoisia Green

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma informed, helping clients build emotional resilience and confidence.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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
Jenifer Shadrick

Jenifer Shadrick

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Throughout the counseling process, we will work together building a trusting therapeutic relationship as we identify, explore, and overcome personal barriers and challenges.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Siegel

Rachel Siegel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Rachel — a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about supporting people as they navigate life’s complexities and transitions. My work centers on helping individuals explore identity, heal from trauma, and build more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others.

I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, LGBTQIA+ clients, pregnant and postpartum people, and those from culturally diverse and immigrant backgrounds. Together, we can unpack the ways family dynamics, culture, and personal history shape your story — and create space for new, empowering narratives to emerge.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng

Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My counseling approach will help clients attain self-realization, set and accomplish goals, and elicit self-efficacy.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Greg Hilgert

Greg Hilgert

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach will always be to meet you where you are at and help you be the best 'you' that you can be today.”
Aetna + 9 others
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Sonia Beverly

Sonia Beverly

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in creating a therapeutic relationship, that will uncover, release and help you find balance from life challenges by utilizing healthy coping skills that focus on your goals.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charles Zamora

Charles Zamora

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I retired from the U.S. Army in 2022 and my first experience with behavioral health was as a client following my first combat deployment.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Eaddy

Matthew Eaddy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Each client will find solace in knowing there are many roads to growth and that they are in the driver's seat with an enthusiastic, caring professional riding along.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Kelci Schaeffer

Kelci Schaeffer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely seen, supported, and able to build more authentic, fulfilling connections with yourself and others.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Janelle Stitt

Janelle Stitt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“Healing your mind, redirecting your thoughts, regulating your emotions and not operating in your thoughts and emotions takes work and I am here to get you to your place of healing and wholeness.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Burgess

David Burgess

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“An individual's physical, mental, social, and spiritual health are all interconnected and influence each other.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Fuller

Joseph Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My approach to working with people is rooted in attachment theory and client-centered practices. I utilize an integrative approach to help people tap into their inner resilience, face fears, break out of unhealthy patterns, and accomplish personal...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LeAnn Nicole Williams

LeAnn Nicole Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I tailor each approach to your unique needs, working collaboratively with you to achieve your personal goals and enhance your overall well-being.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Michael Powell

Michael Powell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lumberton, NC


“Operating from a strengths-based perspective, I utilize a variety of evidenced-based modalities including Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Anxiety Treatment to support my clients.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Donald Holland

Donald Holland

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I have a passion to treat family systems that includes building communication skills with couples and other family members to strengthen each person with their talents, love languages, affirmations, to build one another up, and each person to feel...”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Mercedes Pierce

Mercedes Pierce

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is very dynamic; I do not fit into a particular box. Everyone's needs are unique and should be treated as such.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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
Sophia Davis

Sophia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use an integrative approach to therapy informed by interpersonal, strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral, harm reduction, trauma-informed and anti-oppressive perspectives.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. KC Uwakwe

Dr. KC Uwakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Charlotte, 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
Lynda Rostar

Lynda Rostar

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insight, and develop strategies to help navigate life's challenges.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shakeyla Boulware

Shakeyla Boulware

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My empathetic and collaborative approach empowers clients to heal, set boundaries, and flourish in every aspect of their lives.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Yalonda Hines

Yalonda Hines

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi there! I am Yalonda Hines, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (C-DBT) who is dedicated to helping individuals find healing, balance, and renewed confidence in themselves. I utilize integrative approaches that draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care. My work focuses on supporting teens and adults (13+) managing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriel Rueda

Gabriel Rueda

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My compassion, warmth, empathy, wisdom, and knowledge will be utilized in sessions to focus in the process of meeting the needs and goals of my clients.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacia Marcellin

Stacia Marcellin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a solution-focused, psychodynamic lens to help my clients determine the root cause of their greatest challenges.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Montgomery

Alicia Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Building a therapeutic relationship with the client is key to being effective in meeting the client's needs.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, 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
James Seawel

James Seawel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a personable, client-centered approach informed by evidence-based research to help clients reach their goals.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Summer Estes

Summer Estes

Therapist

Virtual • Greensboro, NC


“I work non-pathologizingly, viewing symptoms as meaningful signals rather than problems to be fixed.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management
Holistic, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Franklin-Pettiford

Lisa Franklin-Pettiford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have over 10 years of counseling experience. I have worked as a substance abuse counselor using both no medication and medication assistance treatment.”
Aetna + 5 others
Grief or loss, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dale Karl

Dale Karl

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Because I've been through my own challenges, I understand how difficult it can be, and I bring that perspective into my work.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Jarrett Evans

Jarrett Evans

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“First, we will build a trusting therapeutic relationship, then I will cultivate a safe space of understanding, healing, and growth, through evidence-based practices...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kayla McEvoy

Kayla McEvoy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a background in trauma focused treatment using evidence based modalities to help clients unlock their potential and reach their goals.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.