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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Durham, NC

Find mental health support in Durham with Aetna coverage through Headway's network of 2,656 licensed providers. Sessions start with free consultations and copays range from $0-$20, allowing you to focus on your care without financial stress. Virtual and in-person options connect you with providers as soon as next day.

Heather Rikli

Heather Rikli

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize several treatment modalities to help achieve your goals. My primary approaches included Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, and Solution Focused therapies.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Brittney Boggs

Brittney Boggs

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am compassionate, non-judgmental, and direct. I will use evidence-based techniques to support you in building coping skills.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Dr. Nicole Bryant

Dr. Nicole Bryant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner and have completed study as to the fundamentals of Neuroscience.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Kate Von Voigt

Kate Von Voigt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in treating adolescents and adults who suffer from depression, anxiety, or trauma-related issues.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Jacko-Wise

Cynthia Jacko-Wise

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is relational, client-centered, and exploratory. I often use tools from trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS)...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Megan Belich

Megan Belich

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm challenging that I hold you accountable to doing the work that it is necessary to get better but I'm affirming that you feel supported.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Veronica Watford

Veronica Watford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I help people build better relationships with God, self and others. I have a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling. I have over 30 years experience in the field. I have been licensed for 12 years. I have worked with ages 4 - 104. My specialty areas are Christian Counseling, relationship counseling, self-esteem, anxiety, mild depression, adjustment to life challenges, grief/loss, marital, pre-marital, communication and parenting. I have been married with children for 37 plus years.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Williams

Courtney Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in supporting women with postpartum anxiety and depression, guiding young adults through life transitions...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mackenzie Leach

Mackenzie Leach

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and able to move forward in a way that actually feels different.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Pugh

Amanda Pugh

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize empathy, active listening, warmth and support and treat therapy as the collaborative process it was designed to be.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Ruth Eslinger

Ruth Eslinger

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I know how hard it is to learn to talk about difficult things. That made me want to help others learn to do the same. I started by volunteering at rape crisis and domestic violence shelters. When I was at these places I did outreach in the community and ran support groups for both. For a time, I took rape crisis hospital calls to support people who had come in for sexual assault exams. This work that taught me to be comfortable talking about anything, at any time, with anyone. I have worked with all types of individuals from ages 12 and up. My first Masters was an intensive dive into Human Rights. My second Masters was in Counseling so I could work with individuals to help them beyond the crisis moments. My passion is to help people progress towards healing.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Candice Halley

Candice Halley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With 19 years of experience in the mental health field, this licensed therapist is dedicated to supporting adolescents and adults in their journey toward emotional well-being.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Ann Koch

Ann Koch

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in the power of connection, belonging, and meeting clients with warmth, creating a safe place for personal growth.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mellissa Forde-Jackson

Mellissa Forde-Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring warmth, curiosity, and deep respect for each person's story into my work, and I value creating a space where clients feel comfortable showing up as they are.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Shannon Emerick

Shannon Emerick

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kettelene McMorris

Dr. Kettelene McMorris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where individuals and families feel heard, understood, and empowered to take an active role in their health.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Patricia Ductan

Patricia Ductan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in empowering clients and building skill sets that lead to graduation and reduced need for ongoing services.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ericka Jarvis

Ericka Jarvis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a therapist who believes that everyone deserves a place where they can slow down and be fully themselves without judgment.”
Aetna + 4 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Christal Carmichael

Christal Carmichael

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is direct, compassionate, and results-oriented. I will challenge you, support you, and walk with you as you do the deeper work...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Petersen

Jennifer Petersen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I create a safe, down-to-earth space for clients who are navigating trauma, anxiety, or the lasting effects of difficult relationships.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jasmine Smith

Jasmine Smith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Soares

Deborah Soares

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a therapist with 30 + years of experience, I believe there's no one size fits all approach. I tailor therapy to meet your unique needs.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janna Williams

Janna Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I'm Janna Williams, and my path to becoming a therapist is anything but traditional — and I think that's exactly what makes me effective. After 30 years with the State of North Carolina, I retired and did what most people wouldn't: I started over. I became a mobile crisis team responder, showed up for people in their hardest moments, and discovered exactly where I was meant to be. I hold a degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology from UNC Charlotte (Go Niners! 🤘) and earned my Master of Social Work from UNC Pembroke in 2022 (Go Braves! 🏹). My background spans the judicial system, child welfare, substance use, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention — which means I've seen a lot, and very little surprises or intimidates me. I'm here with you at Greater Vision Counseling Services, Southern Pines, and I am genuinely honored to be part of your story.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Karen Myers

Karen Myers

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Mindfulness (merging the heart and mind) is the awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alandria Hunter

Alandria Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • High Point, NC


“I take a holistic and integrative approach that honors the connection between mind, body, and environment.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Jones

Brittany Jones

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My desire is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment to aid in facilitating change and growth. Whether you're going through a life transition or relational strain, anxiety or depression, my goal is to empower you to find the tools within yourself to initiate a positive transformation within your life and relationships. Let's focus on navigating and guiding you through the change process to cultivate a deeper self awareness to discover a more peaceful state of mind.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebeca Carvajal Valdes

Rebeca Carvajal Valdes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“I provide a calm, structured, and creative space for healing. As an art therapist and trauma informed counselor, I help people process trauma, anxiety, and major life transitions through conversations, body-brain awareness, and the creative process.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiarah Bruno

Tiarah Bruno

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is down to earth, compassionate, and collaborative. I pull from evidence-based approaches but keep things human and relatable.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Kristie Papuchis

Kristie Papuchis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My upbeat, empathetic, and compassionate personality helps me to connect with individuals and build strong therapeutic relationships.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tammy Weitzman

Tammy Weitzman

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of clinical and supervisory experience. My approach is unique to each person I meet with. I am warm/supportive as well as gently challenging when needed. Together we we will explore who you are, where you want to go and what may have gotten in your way and create pathways to living with greater understanding and joy.

I treat individuals, couples and families seeking therapy for various reasons including difficulty with depression mood/anxiety, relationships, life transitions and trauma. I have extensive experience with grief/loss and worked in cancer medicine for two and half decades. I look forward to meeting you.

Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Catherine Banci

Catherine Banci

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a collaborative approach, working closely with patients and their families to create personalized treatment plans...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Martinez

Jose Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is based on CBT and focuses on helping clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns, replacing them with healthier, more constructive ways of thinking to improve emotional well-being and behavior.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jamerilla Fyffe

Jamerilla Fyffe

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I firmly believe that counseling is a collaborative effort between the client and the therapist and that is takes a sincere joint effort between parties to reach goals.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Willimae Scott

Willimae Scott

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My clients often say they finally feel seen, heard without judgment, and emotionally lighter as they become more equipped to face life with clarity and confidence.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Autumn Schoonover

Dr. Autumn Schoonover

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm especially drawn to life's transitions and in-between seasons—the moments where things feel unsettled, identities are shifting, and clarity hasn't fully arrived yet.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Monica Hart

Monica Hart

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities tailored to meet your unique needs while also honoring your personal experiences.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Desirrae Anderson-Harris

Desirrae Anderson-Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Patients can expect a "Judgement free zone" when entering therapy. They can expect a skilled therapist who is open minded and supportive.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Breana Ridges

Breana Ridges

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a warm, comfortable and empowering environment for you to find the voice within that might seem muffled and lost.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Mercer-Brown

Kimberly Mercer-Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and a commitment to creating a safe nonjudgmental space where you can feel truly heard and understood.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Donavon Kirby

Donavon Kirby

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is steady, compassionate, and grounded. I meet clients where they are and help them gain clarity about what's keeping them stuck, while working toward practical steps for improvement.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, 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.