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

Find UnitedHealthcare-covered therapy in Hickory with Headway's network of 1,216 licensed providers. Sessions start as low as $0 per visit, with copays ranging from $0-$25, and many therapists offer next-day or next-week availability for virtual or in-person care.

Chi-Yuan Chen

Chi-Yuan Chen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a therapeutic environment where empathy and understanding take center stage, allowing you to feel truly seen and heard.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Nick Boulet

Nick Boulet

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greensboro, NC


“I am relaxed and patient. I am here to pay attention to you and help you feel safe so you can do the work you are here to do.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Jenifer Shadrick

Jenifer Shadrick

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Throughout the counseling process, we will work together building a trusting therapeutic relationship as we identify, explore, and overcome personal barriers and challenges.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wiley Pittman

Wiley Pittman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Durham, NC


“My hope is that at the end of the first session, every client I see will have the hope that there is a solution to their issue.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Daryl Gorden

Daryl Gorden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oak Island, NC


“I believe that counseling provides the opportunity for growth and self-discovery in the context of a safe, supportive, and therapeutic relationship.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Patricia McIntyre

Dr. Patricia McIntyre

Therapist

Virtual • Shelby, NC


I am a warm and encouraging psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience in the field. I hold a Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision and I’m licensed to practice in North & South Carolina. I’m known for having a compassionate and empathetic approach to therapy, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients. In short, I believe that Jesus+Therapy=Healing!

United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Suzanne Dumas

Suzanne Dumas

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that we are gifted with brains that can heal from within. Holding space for that healing, I will walk with you every step of the way.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Tonia Locklear

Tonia Locklear

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fayetteville, NC


“I utilize an integrative approach blending different but complimentary theories in order to work with my client in the most effective way.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Renee EB-Walton

Renee EB-Walton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My training enables me to facilitate personal growth and self-discovery, helping individuals access their inner resources to overcome challenges and reduce suffering.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Prescott

Jessica Prescott

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Robin Trivette

Robin Trivette

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Cary, NC


“My approach combines medication management and therapy to provide comprehensive support, with a strong focus on education, consistency, and follow-up.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Enevoldsen

Jennifer Enevoldsen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Being married for 30+ years and adopting children with traumatic histories increases my empathy and provides a unique perspective on parenting, trauma, and many other life issues.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susanne Loar

Susanne Loar

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I am a holistic practitioner of psychodynamic and somatic psychology who strives to help people gain confidence, fulfillment and joy in their daily lives.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly DePue

Kimberly DePue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Bern, NC


“I can offer you guidance through intense emotional experiences with non-judgment. I want to support your concerns and help you improve your sense of wellbeing.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
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
LeeShawn Brown

LeeShawn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I focus on developing a collaborative relationship with my client where they can feel empowered to actively participate in their therapeutic progress...”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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
Katie Tibbles

Katie Tibbles

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is relational and rooted in trust. I integrate EMDR and somatic techniques to support deeper healing.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Harding

Kristin Harding

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have learned that being able to feel more at ease can allow our defenses to lower. As a result, life and relationships become more enjoyable.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Richard McDonald

Richard McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Barbara Orticelli

Dr. Barbara Orticelli

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe the person-centered approach can add value, empathy, and compassion to every client in need.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meredith Critelli

Meredith Critelli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Angier, NC


My heart behind this work is simple; I want to support the emotional well-being of people in our community. My practice is here to offer compassionate, accessible, and high-quality mental health care for individuals and families. I’m passionate about helping people understand themselves better, learn new tools, and feel supported along the way.

United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Stuart Montgomery

Stuart Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I pride myself on being warm, encouraging and open-minded. My style is proactive and solution focused emphasizing the collaborative nature of the therapeutic relationship.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Lauren Blue

Lauren Blue

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about my work with individuals who have a history of trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, mood-disorders, and BPD.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Jones

Mary Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing begins with feeling heard, respected, and supported, and my goal is to create a calm, safe space where recovery and growth can take place.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
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
Mashonda Waddell

Mashonda Waddell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in working with women navigating trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the pressures of balancing motherhood and professional life.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Bassey Kalu

Bassey Kalu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lumberton, NC


“I take a holistic and non-judgmental approach to help you feel comfortable; thereby enabling you to improve your life and achieve the goals that you have set for yourself.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Stanley Okeyemi

Stanley Okeyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


I am Stanley Okeyemi, the founder of Brighter Light Behavioral Health Services. I am currently licensed as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in Texas, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Washington, North Carolina, Nebraska, Virginia and New York. I have been working in the mental health industry for 16 years, but licensed as a PMHNP for four years, with a vast amount of experience and affiliations with over 40 hospitals/clinics combined across the USA

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Alison York

Alison York

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


“I understand that our patterns and ways of behaving have served an important purpose in keeping us emotionally safe...”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Charles Counselman

Charles Counselman

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I specialize in meeting my clients virtually via tele-health to treat those looking for help with Depression, Anxiety, Men's Issues, Alcohol and Substance Use Issues, Marriage and Relationships Issues, and Process Addictions.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Pritz

Robert Pritz

Therapist

Virtual • Boone, NC


“You will experience the growth you desire. As your therapist, I will commit myself to align with you and your desired outcomes.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Mercedes Whitworth

Mercedes Whitworth

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Monroe, NC


“I believe that every person deserves access to high-quality care regardless of their background or circumstances.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Linda Hydro

Linda Hydro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over 25 years in women's health and mental health care, I specialize in maternal mental health from a place of deep clinical experience—not just theory.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your United Healthcare plan

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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.