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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Gastonia, NC

Gastonia residents with UnitedHealthcare can connect with experienced mental health providers through Headway, offering flexible virtual and in-person sessions. Start with a free consultation and pay as little as $0-$25 per session while accessing over 1,218 providers nationwide.

Chaney Landgraf

Chaney Landgraf

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Greenville, NC


“I am dedicated to getting to know you, your background, and your needs to create a custom plan to help you meet your health goals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Irene Essien-Akpan

Irene Essien-Akpan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My clients, after their first session with me, will know that I heard them and understand their struggles, and that I am willing to walk with them at their own pace.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Bane

Amy Bane

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over 18 years of experience, I have assisted adults and couples on their journeys of healing and personal growth.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Yalin Liu

Yalin Liu

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I am specialized in helping people explore difficult mental spaces and reach a place of enriched self-understanding and self-strengthening.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

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Yolanda Ledain

Yolanda Ledain

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Leland, NC


“During initial and ongoing sessions clients can expect a non judgmental environment, honesty, realistic goal setting, and support.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Michelle Daley

Michelle Daley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Therapy with me is collaborative and personalized... I will support you in building resilience and fostering a sense of empowerment.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Erin Story

Erin Story

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I won't be a 'blank slate' therapist because I see our genuine relationship as the most important avenue for healing.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shawn Faust

Dr. Shawn Faust

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“You should feel that your appointment was a collaborative experience where you learned about the medications, what they will help, and why one medication was chosen over other alternatives.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Dr. KC Uwakwe

Dr. KC Uwakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I am dedicated to holistic care by fostering trust through active listening, open communication, and empathy.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Johnathan Morgan

Johnathan Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Utilizing Strengths-Based Solution-Focused Therapy, I measure symptoms and track progress through the course of therapy sessions so that the client can understand clearly where they are in the therapeutic process; how far they have come, and what is...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Karlee Strickland

Karlee Strickland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Durham, NC


My goal is to provide a safe nonjudgmental space to help you work through what brings you here. I recognize that each person has a unique path to healing that is not for me to define but instead to use my clinical knowledge as a guide. Together we can find the tools that empower you to be your own best healer.






United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Thea Vondracek

Thea Vondracek

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is that you take some idea from the session that improves the quality of your life and your relationships with others.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
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.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Deiandra Wade-Anderson

Deiandra Wade-Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help individuals define their purpose and provide skills needed to attain those ambitions...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lemuel Rawls

Lemuel Rawls

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help my clients become self aware of their strengths, weaknesses, insecurities, harmful thinking patterns, and maladaptive behaviors.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Windy Terwilliger

Windy Terwilliger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I integrate EMDR and Somatic Experiencing with traditional talk therapy to help clients not only understand their challenges but also release the patterns that keep them stuck.”
United Healthcare + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Dwayne Jones

Dwayne Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“Building trust is the first step in my approach to develop a therapeutic bond. Then meeting people where they are will strengthen that bond...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Holly Young

Holly Young

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I've personally navigated anxiety and neurodivergence, so I understand how challenging these experiences can be—and I bring lived experience, empathy, and a robust toolbox of coping strategies to my work.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Kimberly Gililland

Kimberly Gililland

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to help individuals build confidence, eliminate self doubt, and navigate successfully through this hectic and beautiful thing we call life.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Eric Taylor

Eric Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Thomasville, NC


“Through a client-centered and strengths-based approach, I guide adolescents and adults in exploring their values, aspirations, and potential, ultimately helping them lead more fulfilling and authentic lives.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Jeff Whitfield

Jeff Whitfield

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“We will take a practical, solution-focused and values-based approach for whatever issues you are facing in a warm, collaborative way.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Jasmine Potts

Jasmine Potts

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chapel Hill, NC


“I believe in providing a safe and supportive environment where individuals can connect and be heard.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Candace Melvin

Candace Melvin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have worked with client from ages 4 - 70 from all walks of life. I specialize in trauma informed care, spiritual christian counseling, and taking elements from geek culture to integrate them into your experience.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Laura Wrona

Laura Wrona

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I work with you to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
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.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Greg Jones

Greg Jones

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I don't have the magic solution to solve your problems, but I am well-equipped to help you find those answers within yourself.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kelcey Nichols

Kelcey Nichols

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Authenticity is essential to my therapy approach. In our sessions, you decide what works for your lifestyle.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Michelle Bell

Michelle Bell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have worked with various populations, cultures, and religions including people with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, religious trauma, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, and the LGBTQIA population to list a few.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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Dr. Julie Mutua

Dr. Julie Mutua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My journey started when i was a floor nurse in a teenager psychiatric word, after working over there for 5 years i decided to go back to school for my masters and got my PMHNP and after that completed my Doctorate.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashleigh Hart

Ashleigh Hart

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create an emotionally safe space in which one feels welcome, heard, validated, and empowered.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Dawn Jancaitis

Dawn Jancaitis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Dawn Jancaitis is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in MA, a LPC in VA, a LCMHC in NC, as well as a Licensed Practical Nurse in MA and VA. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Bay Path University and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling with concentrations in trauma and addictions from Cambridge College. Dawn is a strong, well rounded, ethical military spouse for over 24 years. She offers virtual sessions for ages 16-65 who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, addiction, mood disorders, victims and history of incarceration. She works with military members and their families, as well as first responders. Dawn is EMDR and Flash Technique trained. She also has a history working with eating disorders.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Sara Roesler

Sara Roesler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, practical, and focused on helping you feel more grounded, balanced, and understood.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Richard Houseal

Richard Houseal

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My care approach is solution-oriented and short-term, but the results are aimed to be long-term through processing, reframing, and utilizing helpful and productive interventions.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
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.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
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.

United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, 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...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Twonya Collins

Dr. Twonya Collins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As a mental health therapist, I practice in Virginia, Delaware, Florida, and North Carolina, specializing in grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, anger management, and stress associated with life transitions.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Gabrielle McMurphy

Gabrielle McMurphy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a client-centered, trauma-informed approach to therapy... creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your challenges at your own pace.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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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Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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