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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Garner, NC

Access affordable mental healthcare in Garner through Aetna coverage with Headway. Choose from thousands of providers, schedule consultations within days, and pay copays as low as $0-$20 per session.

Dr. Scott Cardin

Dr. Scott Cardin

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a licensed psychologist with over 21 years of experience, I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, and the quiet struggles...”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Niakesha Frazier

Niakesha Frazier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard and empowered in their mental health journey.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Valeria Rivera-Smith

Dr. Valeria Rivera-Smith

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With me, compassion takes center stage the moment we start working because I know you are already coming with emotional pain.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Angela Marsk

Angela Marsk

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where you can be open, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Mackie Johnson

Mackie Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is nonjudgmental, direct, and supportive. My goal is to make a challenging process feel as clear and straightforward as possible—and to create space for a few lighter moments along the way to reduce stress and help you stay engaged.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm

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Jenny Betancourt

Jenny Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I use evidence-based methods like CBT and solution-focused therapy, but I tailor each session to you, because no two people are the same.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Teresia Hood

Teresia Hood

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“My approach to the therapeutic process starts with You! Meeting you where you are while offering a nonjudgmental, supportive and empowering approach.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Teresa Helms

Teresa Helms

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisburg, NC


“I strive to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment to help clients heal and participate more deeply in relationships and in life.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alexandria Young

Alexandria Young

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Alexandria's goal is to create a safe environment for you to express emotions and process through your challenges by providing validation and being open-minded.”
Aetna + 2 others
Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Cierra Whatley

Cierra Whatley

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe people know what they actually need in order to be happy, my role is to help you to tap into that wisdom.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iris Aybar Reyes

Iris Aybar Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My aim is to first help clients feel heard, understood, and supported in their goals. Then, I aim to provide evidence based interventions to equip them with the tools necessary to help them feel stronger, and empowered to face life's challenges.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stephen Van Schaick

Stephen Van Schaick

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I've been considered a therapist for those that don't like therapy. I value impact the most. Therapy is my art form, not my personality.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Griffith Gilbert

Griffith Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


It has been a privilege to provide psychotherapy to a variety of clients for over 20 years. I have advanced clinical training in trauma, addictions, sexual abuse, mood and personality disorders, and relationships. My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and encouraging. I provide support as you examine core issues and change underlying patterns of behavior or simply gain perspective concerning a recent issue.

Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Claudio Barrientos

Claudio Barrientos

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I emphasize awareness—stepping back from automatic reactions and relating differently to difficult thoughts and feelings—while keeping our work action-oriented and aligned with your values and goals.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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Ambrosia Spaulding

Ambrosia Spaulding

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a trusting and collaborative space where clients feel supported and understood.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alicia Tyler

Alicia Tyler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a compassionate, whole-person approach that blends clinical expertise with body-based practices like mindfulness and yoga.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Demetria Quinn

Demetria Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work with children, adolescents, and their families to help rebuild rapport after family ruptures and to understand the link between childhood trauma and development.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Teinesha Smallwood

Teinesha Smallwood

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My passion lies in supporting women of color and communities who are too often overlooked or expected to "push through."”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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
Janelle Gillis

Janelle Gillis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Individuals that have worked with me have shared that I have a non-biased, reassuring, genuine vibe that encourages authenticity...”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
David Sparrow

David Sparrow

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


About Me

I'm not your typical psychotherapist, and everyone I've had the honor to work with on their life's journey can attest to this. Born, raised and forged in the "Steel City" and sharpened in the "City of Brotherly Love", the term "Alchemist" more accurately describes who I am. I specialize in alchemizing pain into purpose and trauma into triumph. If you're ready to transform your life, I'm your guy!

Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Ashleigh Brooks

Ashleigh Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is person-centered and practical, helping you feel supported while also giving you tools you can use in your everyday life.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Shaakira Simmonds

Shaakira Simmonds

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“She specializes in working with pregnant and postpartum moms, as well as individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Celia Farr

Celia Farr

Therapist

Virtual • Elizabeth City, NC


“Utilizing a variety of tools individualized for each person, client and I get to work reducing symptoms, increasing well-being , and moving client toward their best life.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Mary Troedson

Mary Troedson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety. depression, trauma, and disconnect in their relationships. I am a trauma focused clinician and work to meet clients where they are in their mental health journey.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grace Golay

Grace Golay

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Grace works with individuals and couples who want to use therapy as a space to explore who they are beyond their defenses, their worries, and their insecurities.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lainey Herring

Lainey Herring

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported as you work toward meaningful change.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Kathleen Tise

Kathleen Tise

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I truly enjoy partnering with people going through all sorts of struggles and supporting them through growth.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Judith Stubanas

Judith Stubanas

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience

working in the field of mental health. I am also a Registered Nurse. I have a passion for

assisting people who seek relief from any type of trauma or PTSD, and desire to help those

with any chronic emotional or physical pain, anxiety, depression, difficulties at work or with relationship

stress. I obtained my Master’s degree in Counseling/Community Psychology from Marist College.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Lori-Ann Nunan

Lori-Ann Nunan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, understood, and comfortable, so I prioritize building a strong, authentic connection with each client.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, 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
Asante Beverly

Asante Beverly

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect a judgment-free and unbiased environment where they feel safe, supported, and genuinely heard.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Doris Morgan

Doris Morgan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is collaborative, calm, and direct. I prioritize creating a space where clients feel heard and respected...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Camellia Douglas

Camellia Douglas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with several years of experience and I specialize in treating young adults, adults, and seniors. My clinical background has afforded me the fulfilling opportunity to support the mental wellness of individuals from all backgrounds. I believe in evidence-based treatment- I specialize in interventional modalities, and I now conduct Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for depression in our Charlotte office.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Britni Eaton

Britni Eaton

Therapist

Virtual • Matthews, NC


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor and Addictions Specialist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, and addiction.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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