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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Franklin, NC

Headway connects Franklin residents with Cigna-covered therapy and medication management services. With flexible scheduling and providers available within two weeks, you can start your mental health journey without the burden of high out-of-pocket costs.

Dr. Michelle Einson

Dr. Michelle Einson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“Warmth, guidance, and the feeling that you are no longer alone on your journey to help yourself or your family.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Catherine Dara Bailey

Catherine Dara Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have an approachable demeanor by being empathetic to each individual while providing encouragement and support.”
Cigna + 15 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

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Lauren Turner

Lauren Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Salisbury, NC


“I provide a confidential, safe, and respectful atmosphere where we can collaborate to build and work on your goals.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
April Jenkins

April Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I help women rediscover their identity, unlock their potential, and stand on the unshakable foundation of self-love and purpose.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
James Hamilton

James Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Forest City, NC


“My approach to counseling involves use of cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered focusing on empowering the individual becoming the best version of self...”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sharday Fields

Sharday Fields

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution focused therapy, and rational-emotive therapy and motivational interviewing.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Mary Ann Severson

Mary Ann Severson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I'm a licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience working with adults. I earned my Master's in Counseling from Liberty University. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, and supporting individuals who feel overwhelmed or put a lot of pressure on themselves to hold everything together. My approach is collaborative and goal-oriented, and I see therapy as a partnership focused on creating meaningful, practical change.

Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Gina DAmore

Gina DAmore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cary, NC


“I believe healing is built through a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust and compassion.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Andrea Savage

Andrea Savage

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Giving clients a warm space, time to share, listening to what is on their minds and validating their feelings is what you will find working with me.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Anna Bowens

Anna Bowens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Danielle Ciffone

Danielle Ciffone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


Along with unconditional positive regard, Danielle utilizes modalities such as motivational interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She has her LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LCAS (Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist), and is currently working on her RPT (Registered Play Therapy) Certification.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Tifane Chambers

Tifane Chambers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Carthage, NC


“She aims to aid people in embracing their complete selves by utilizing the cognitive-behavioral, biopsychosocial, and wellness models along with Christian principles upon request to accomplish the mission.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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Sara Bell

Sara Bell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lincolnton, NC


“I have been working in the therapy field for over 9 years. I have worked with children, teens, young adults, and adults.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Sharifa Ahrendsen

Sharifa Ahrendsen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a psychodynamic approach that includes fast effective interventions like CBT IFS and bottom up trauma healing.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Humorous

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Mindi Koczot

Mindi Koczot

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I'm Mindi and I have a passion for helping people find their best selves. I have my LCMHC Licensure based in my home state of North Carolina. Here I'm blessed with beaches and environmental beauty, it truly inspires me to live each day to the fullest. I'm interested in helping you do the same! I'm here to listen and get you on a healing journey to a better, stronger, and happier self.

Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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Melecia Smikle

Melecia Smikle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I focus on creating a safe space where you feel heard and supported, and I use evidence-based treatment strategies...”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Natalie David

Natalie David

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I offer a supportive, grounded space and help clients feel understood while building practical tools to navigate what they're facing.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Terrell Bennett

Terrell Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative partnership, and my goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Karen Piekarski

Karen Piekarski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vilas, NC


With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about guiding individuals on their journey to balance, mindfulness and joy. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations and addressing a wide range of mental health challenges. This journey has reinforced my belief that each person's path to well-being is unique and deserves a personalized approach.

Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Fatmata Koroma

Fatmata Koroma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Cary, NC


“I have a passion for helping individuals navigate their mental health challenges and I am committed to providing holistic, patient-centered care.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Auria Chamberlain

Auria Chamberlain

Therapist

Virtual • Cary, NC


“I have an open approach and listen. I ask questions to gain clarity. This is a judgment free zone with a dash of accountability...”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Daria Datnoff

Daria Datnoff

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that the human psyche is rooted in nature and that a reconnection with the natural world can be a catalyst for deep healing.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Judy Njoroge

Judy Njoroge

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I integrate mindfulness practices, supportive therapy, and evidence-based medication management to assist patients in achieving balance...”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Saundra Burleson

Saundra Burleson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe it's important to approach therapy with a sense of curiosity and wonder and enjoy incorporating humor and relaxation techniques into my sessions.”
Cigna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

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Dontay McArn

Dontay McArn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is integrative. I combine aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy, and person-centered therapy.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Bani'ci' Townsend-Harrison

Bani'ci' Townsend-Harrison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“Mental wellness begins with unfolding that story and creatively fashioning those tools into resources for the future.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Joan Peter

Joan Peter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My role as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can talk openly about what you're carrying, without fear of judgment.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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Sherri Brown

Sherri Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I built this practice for people who've been strong for a long time and are finally ready to put that weight down.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Matthew Flinchum

Matthew Flinchum

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“My background also includes extensive experience in neurology, which gives me a unique perspective on how brain health, medical conditions, and mental health interact.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Elizabeth Yopp

Elizabeth Yopp

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My name is Elizabeth Yopp and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with children 12 and above, as well as adults of all ages. I'm open-minded and non judgmental, with a patient, flexible and easygoing nature. I value empathy and compassion, have a good sense of humor and pride myself on being an attentive, active listener. I enjoy helping individuals navigate life challenges, such as adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, grief and occupational or relationship difficulties, so they can move forward in a positive direction.

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Erin Gora

Erin Gora

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Erin Gora, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience supporting individuals and families through the challenges of aging, illness, caregiving, grief, and life transitions. Her background includes work in behavioral health, dementia care, palliative care, and medical social work across hospital, hospice, and community settings.

Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Mary Summerlin

Mary Summerlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, NC


“I am integrative in my approach to counseling and will use the interventions that will be most effective to address each difficulty that is presented.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Jennifer Hambright

Jennifer Hambright

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in trauma. With that said trauma is different for everyone and trauma affects individuals in separate ways.”
Cigna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Senetra Wallace

Senetra Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warmly assertive, intuitively open-minded, and my new self-described term "holistically organic".”
Cigna + 13 others
Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Sara Roesler

Sara Roesler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe each person has strengths, values, and abilities that can be built upon to create positive change.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Jennifer Walker

Jennifer Walker

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! My name is Jenn Walker, LPC-S/C, CCTP, (she/her) and I am a Telehealth therapist in the states of NC, SC, and FL. I am extremely open minded and have extensive training and experience in trauma, anxiety, and in working with persons with C-PTSD.

Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Kristall Williams

Kristall Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a safe supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered to make meaningful changes, build resilience, and develop personal growth while feeling at home.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Maxine Guthrie

Maxine Guthrie

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to offer a safe, welcoming space where you can talk about your challenges and start building a more fulfilling life.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Kendra Hamman

Kendra Hamman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Im Kendra, I have a bachelors in fine art, and I received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2022. I draw on four years of working in community mental health with folks recovering from substance abuse and behaviors that no longer helpful or are directly harming relationships and mental health. I have lived experience with recovery and loving people struggling with addiction. I have been described as a warm, curious, compassionate, and empowering counselor. I offer trauma‐informed care that is inclusive to all humans, healing happens when you can show up as your authentic and full self!

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Lauber

Rachel Lauber

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Tennessee and hold my clinical licensure in the state of North Carolina. I have spent much of my career serving those at end of life and also have experience assisting caregivers, those in transitional phases of life, and those who are bereaved. As a mother, I am invested in the wellness of all mothers and women and feel deep appreciation for the way mothers show up for countless others before themselves. I look forward to learning how I can walk alongside you in this journey.

Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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 Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — 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.