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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Gastonia, NC

Find Aetna-covered therapy in Gastonia with Headway's network of 2,653 licensed providers. With Aetna plans, your copay ranges from $0-$25 per session, and the average client saves 75% through insurance. Schedule your free consultation today and start sessions as soon as next day.

Florence Mazi

Florence Mazi

Therapist

Virtual • Knightdale, NC


“My passion lies in supporting individuals through emotional stress, trauma, and major life transitions by providing compassionate, evidence-based care.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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Lori Williams

Lori Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Lori's approach is warm, direct, supportive and open minded. She seeks to partner with her clients with the goal of assisting them in creating healthy responses as they navigate through the unpredictability of life.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Lauren Quick-Graham

Lauren Quick-Graham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is for you to feel heard and empowered. After the intake/initial session, I focus on skill building as a goal to help you feel like you can take something tangible away from therapy immediately.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented

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David Newson

David Newson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is direct, supportive, and focused on real change, not just talking about the problem, but actually changing it.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Toddra Williams

Toddra Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that each person's story is unique, and I strive to provide a safe, compassionate space where healing and growth can happen at the client's own pace.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Kate Nooner

Dr. Kate Nooner

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“In our sessions, we'll work together to deepen self-compassion, boost self-awareness, clarify your values, and build practical coping tools for life's challenges.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Gerald Ziemba

Gerald Ziemba

Therapist

Virtual • Leland, NC


“I am a warm reaffirming solution-oriented counselor who is going to assist you in finding effective strategies to live a more balanced lifestyle.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Erin Boyle

Erin Boyle

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m glad you’re here! I support clients in building confidence and navigating life in ways that feel true to themselves and sustainable. My work centers around trauma and neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, late-diagnosed autism, and PTSD as well as anxiety and stress management and general life transitions. My approach is client-centered and neurodiversity-affirming, and I lean towards a comfortable, casual conversation style of talk therapy.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Kierra Carter

Dr. Kierra Carter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is person-centered, strengths-based, and grounded in creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sue Shankle

Sue Shankle

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I hope to bring a warm, compassionate presence to my work, and am truly honored to walk alongside clients as they make the changes that matter most to them.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

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Myca Jeter

Myca Jeter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a therapist with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in supporting African American and Latina women who are balancing professional demands, parenting, and relationships while carrying private battles with anxiety, depression, or self-doubt.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented

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Diana Muyonga

Diana Muyonga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a passion for providing compassionate care with a focus on creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Karen Piekarski

Karen Piekarski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boone, 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.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
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 + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Marissa Cox

Marissa Cox

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
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 + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Participatory

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Takesha Briggins

Takesha Briggins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I enjoy motivating clients to make positive changes in their journey to personal growth and discovery.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Elizabeth Sinclair

Elizabeth Sinclair

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“With 20 years of experience across school counseling and community mental health, I provide a warm, nonjudgmental environment tailored to your unique biology and history.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Sharlita Boyd

Sharlita Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic style balances empathy with practical support. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up fully — without pressure to have everything figured out.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peter Bown

Peter Bown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a licensed therapist here to help empower you to heal, create a life you enjoy, and to find peace.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Kristel Byrd

Kristel Byrd

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I am neurodivergent therapist who provides Teletherapy. As a former military brat and spouse, working mother, single mother, trauma survivor, I've intimately understood the complexities of life's transitions.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Jennifer Peterken

Jennifer Peterken

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal isn't to "fix" you—you were never broken—but to help you untangle patterns, reconnect with your voice, and build a life that actually fits you.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Kathryn Price

Kathryn Price

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! My name is Kathryn Price, and I specialize in working with clients that have experienced trauma, and disordered eating habits and/or negative body image. I also have experience in working with a variety of mental health disorders and substance use. I graduated with my Masters degree in Clinical Counseling, with an emphasis in Addictions in 2018 from East Carolina University, and have over 8 years of education and counseling experience in a variety of professional settings.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stella Thepaut

Stella Thepaut

Therapist

Virtual • Waynesville, NC


“I believe everyone has the capacity to heal. I also believe in the inevitable good naturedness in every human being.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Alicia Broadus-Duckworth

Alicia Broadus-Duckworth

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As a licensed clinical social worker, I understand the importance of providing exceptional care that is both compassionate and empathetic. I am currently licensed in North Carolina and Virginia. I hold a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

During my academic years, I worked as an assistant to the court psychologist at the Department of Juvenile Justice in Charlotte, NC. I had the opportunity to assist with juvenile court reports and attend court hearings for youth offenders. I also worked alongside mental health professionals mentoring underserved youth in underrepresented areas of Mecklenburg County. Following my undergraduate degree, I gained extensive experience in various pediatric behavioral health settings, providing therapeutic interventions and community-based rehabilitative services. I have over 12 years experience providing mental health assistance and treatment to our military population and their family members, who have been impacted by domestic violence, child abuse, child neglect, anxiety, depression, PTSD, conflict, anger, relationship distress, and adjustment issues. In addition to therapy, I have experience working in federal behavior health policy and research.

I believe therapy should be a safe space where individuals can openly and honestly discuss most aspects of life to enhance their mental wellbeing. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, and I work closely with each individual and couple to identify their unique needs and establish the best therapeutic approach. Despite my training in various modalities focused on grief, couples, anger, and trauma, I prefer to use cognitive-behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy techniques in my work with couples and individuals.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Amanda Leggett

Amanda Leggett

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Every journey begins with connection. My approach is grounded in creating a safe, supportive space where healing and growth can flourish.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Primo

Carla Primo

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I approach therapy with a problem-solving mindset, humor and support. A different perspective is sometimes all we need to make positive changes. I will be with you at every step!

Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Kaley Davis

Kaley Davis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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Jaclyn Savino

Jaclyn Savino

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that therapy must fit the patient's needs. Therefore, I use a variety of therapeutic modalities...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Laurie Nicholson

Laurie Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over 20 years of experience within the neurodiverse and autism spectrum community, I bring deep expertise and compassion to every session, fostering a space where you can truly thrive.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Austin Weber

Austin Weber

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“I bring a compassionate, strengths-based approach that honors each person's unique story, resilience, and needs.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Janie Ugwuegbu

Janie Ugwuegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I combine scientifically grounded psychopharmacology with a commitment to understanding each person's unique story.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Melvin Gaddy

Melvin Gaddy

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I use collaborative and relational approach to therapy and am an active participant in our sessions not just a listener taking notes.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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Ashley Arnold

Ashley Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use an individualized person-centered approach, and take pride in building healthy therapeutic relationships with my clients.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

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Dr. Derrick Johnson

Dr. Derrick Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is about "discovery, education, and growth," and utilize this formula to help you create the change you are seeking.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bethany Wilcox

Bethany Wilcox

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I specialize in helping courageous people process deep emotions and get through grief while finding purpose in life.”
Aetna + 14 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Misty Bamberg

Misty Bamberg

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Misty strives to ensure that her client's therapeutic takeaways include the recognition of individual strengths, development of coping skills and the active seeking of personal growth and empowerment.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Wanda Schubarth

Wanda Schubarth

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


You may be feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, especially if you’ve experienced trauma, toxic relationships, or emotional pain that keeps resurfacing. It can feel overwhelming trying to move forward while still carrying the weight of the past. You don’t have to do this alone. I provide a supportive space where you can begin to understand your story, break free from old patterns, and move toward a more peaceful, meaningful, and purpose-driven life.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Carla Moore-McNeil

Carla Moore-McNeil

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strenghts that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Lipon

Tamara Lipon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello,

My name is Tamara and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in the state of North Carolina. I am also a Licensed Master's Social Worker in the state of Michigan. I received my MSW from Spring Arbor University in Michigan. I am a military spouse and currently in California. I have clinical experience working with Marines, Sailors and spouses. I know that life can be stressful, unpredictable and doesn't always go as planned. I look forward to working together.

I offer individual counseling to adults.

Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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.