Skip to main content
Headway

Find an Aetna therapist in North Carolina

Book a therapist or psychiatrist in North Carolina covered by Aetna

Therapist and patient in a therapy session
Calculator Illustration
Get a cost estimate
People with insurance pay as low as $0 per session through Headway

Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in North Carolina

Access mental health support across North Carolina with Aetna coverage, where sessions start at $0 copay. Connect with 2,798 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual care tailored to your needs.

Andrew Lindsey

Andrew Lindsey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Therapy should provide a safe place to explore behaviors, thoughts, and feelings about yourself and others in your life.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Bridget Chandler

Bridget Chandler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My primary therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on challenging negative thought patterns and beliefs.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Hobbs

Jennifer Hobbs

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, and more than 20 years of experience supporting youth and families across home, school, and community settings.

I work with individuals and families navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, emotional and behavioral concerns, trauma, school-related stress, life transitions, family conflict, and concerns related to safety and emotional well-being.

My approach to counseling is practical, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care. I believe meaningful change happens when individuals and families feel supported while also developing tools, insight, and healthy patterns that promote long-term growth.

When working with children and teens, I value partnering with parents and caregivers as an important part of the process, and not to be pushed aside during the treatment process of any minor.

Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, my goal is to provide a thoughtful, supportive space where meaningful progress can take place.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Steele

Denise Steele

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Holly Springs, NC


“I've worked with individuals grappling with anxiety that affects their ability to tackle things like leaving the house, interacting with loved ones, or working towards their educational and career goals.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jade Melito

Jade Melito

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work closely with my clients to create a collaborative environment that gives hope, meaning, and optimism even during the most daunting of circumstances.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Mamie Addison

Mamie Addison

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Restoring hope with compassion, patience and providing a listening ear for adults is of utmost importance to me.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clare Tran Burnett

Clare Tran Burnett

Therapist

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


“Because of my diverse upbringing and life experiences, I am able to meet my clients with a holistic, nonjudgmental approach.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Shannon Perry-Smith

Shannon Perry-Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Butner, NC


“I like to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy to help with accessing what you make need and how you can get to where you want to be.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Lisa Hairston

Lisa Hairston

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I meet clients where they are, without expectations of where they "should" be. I offer support and encouragement to help you get to where you want to be and to become the best you possible.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kindle Higgins

Kindle Higgins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect to experience an accepting environment where they are met with compassion and caring...”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Douglas Phares

Douglas Phares

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“You can expect to be heard during the session and receive concise feedback with steps to navigate you through achieving your desired goals.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Sloan

Katherine Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My approach is rooted in radical inclusivity. I honor and celebrate the diversity of the human experience.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juliana Stanfield

Juliana Stanfield

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Leland, NC


“I aim to provide a judgment-free, comforting, and nurturing space for you to start focusing on yourself.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Ebonie Potter

Ebonie Potter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect a coaching and collaborative relationship. You have goals to meet and my job is to help you meet them.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Houchens

Taylor Houchens

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Going to therapy doesn't mean you're weak. It means you're strong enough to do the work necessary to become your authentic self.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffrey Brentley

Jeffrey Brentley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Jeff has a great passion for helping others and has experience working with individuals and families to address grief, anxiety, depression, and traumas as they transition to the next steps in living a healthier and happier life.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Kiara Blue

Kiara Blue

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


It takes a village to become a new version of yourself. I would love to be a part of yours. I am Kiara Blue, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A), passionate about partnering with individuals to bridge internal and external gaps in their lives. I am a proud HBCU graduate, advocate for education, and creative.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Gill

Christopher Gill

Therapist

Virtual • Greenville, NC


“My therapy style is direct yet compassionate. I believe in being honest and straightforward with my clients, even when the truth is difficult to hear, but I always deliver feedback with kindness and respect.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Alvely Alcantara

Alvely Alcantara

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I believe that we have the ability to heal from the experiences that were hurtful/harmful to us, but that in order to do so, we have to learn how to be kind to ourselves...”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natika Smith

Natika Smith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process. Rather than offering quick fixes, I work with you to explore the deeper patterns, emotions, and stories that shape your experience.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stephanie Quist

Stephanie Quist

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about providing inclusive care to diverse communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, neurodiverse individuals, and survivors of trauma.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Helene Zahn-Chilberg

Helene Zahn-Chilberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“Helene specializes in the integration of body, mindful awareness, holistic practices, and evidence-based practices toward empowering clients to have clarity around what they know.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Ashley Medford

Ashley Medford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about helping people connect to their story. I help create a safe space for you to explore the themes and elements of your individual story and its impact.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Lanette Allendorf

Lanette Allendorf

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Using strengths-based, solution focused conversation we will investigate, define, and pave the path to accomplish your goals.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Yilian Herrera

Yilian Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“In sessions with me, you will find a space rooted in compassion, cultural responsiveness, and deep respect for your story.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Anne Rakip

Dr. Anne Rakip

Therapist

Virtual • Calabash, NC


“I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families... I have a number of years of experience working with substance use disorders.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Sturges

Stephanie Sturges

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a "not one size fits all" stance and a holistic and person-centered approach to developing a mutually beneficial and therapeutic relationship with your aims at the helm.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Noella Dowers

Noella Dowers

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer an individualized yet evidenced based approach to therapy, combining my belief that we all need different things to grow and develop with sound empirical theories of therapy.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Devine

Courtney Devine

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, in New Jersey and North Carolina, with over 18 years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Fiorentino

Crystal Fiorentino

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My role isn't to tell clients who to be — it's to help them listen more clearly to themselves, build safer relationships internally and externally, and live in ways that feel more honest and aligned.”
Aetna + 2 others
Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Julie Dollar

Julie Dollar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Conover, NC


“My goal is to help you thrive in life and live the life you want. To help you unpack any baggage that is holding you back from living your best life.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Kiyania Brown

Kiyania Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space for individuals facing anxiety, stress, and performance-related challenges. My approach is collaborative, focusing on identifying your strengths and developing practical tools for mental well-being. My goal is to help you build resilience and achieve your personal and professional goals through personalized support.

Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nelson Richardson

Nelson Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Mr. Richardson skillfully uses compassion, motivational interviewing, and empathy. His approach to treatment is client-centered...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Amy Dix

Amy Dix

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


“I believe we all have the "answers" ourselves and often can find them when someone is truly listening to us.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cathleen Harris

Cathleen Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Matthews, NC


“Cathleen believes that it is important to treat ourselves with the same compassion and kindness that we treat others.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Roman Laws

Roman Laws

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My focus is on helping adults navigate the unique challenges that come with ADHD, anxiety, and depression.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tierra McManus

Tierra McManus

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I earned my Master of Science Degrees in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, as well as a Master's level certificate in Marriage and Family Counseling from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 2017. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach which is tailored to the individual needs of each client. I believe that counseling is a fundamental tool that we should all have access to. It is important for everyone to have the necessary tools to cope, manage, and work through life’s challenges. As long as you are willing to do the work, nothing is impossible.

Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Courtney Allen

Courtney Allen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Over the years, I have developed a strong ability to truly connecting with each of my clients and provide them with what it takes to feel comfortable, valued, and heard.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Joy Close

Joy Close

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative and I work hard to create a supportive, accepting space where people can feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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.
watercolor illustration of a coffee table with tea

Frequently asked questions

Therapy Chair

Happy patient looking away

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.