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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Monroe, NC

Access mental health support in Monroe with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of 2,652 licensed providers nationwide. Sessions are available in-person or virtually, with copays typically ranging from $0-$30, and many clients save up to 75% on care when working with insurance.

Valrie McDowell Gunn

Valrie McDowell Gunn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use empathy, understanding and healthy feedback so that my clients feel safe and comfortable sharing and getting the help they need.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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."”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Rebecca Shaughnessy

Rebecca Shaughnessy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I have a passion for helping those in need find their inner strength and resilience. We all have it within us to find solutions to our problems; sometimes we just need some guidance. I offer an integrative, client-centered approach to counseling. I place considerable value in building a strong therapeutic relationship. Just one small step is all it takes to begin the process of change. Whatever is going on, let's explore together!!!

Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Kristie Wimbush

Kristie Wimbush

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


Hello, I have a nearly 10 years experience in a mental health field, working with populations from all different backgrounds and cultures.

Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Stevie Cherry

Stevie Cherry

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My conviction is that life is meant to be more than just nominal; rather, it should be seen as unique, special, and lived by such design.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lexie Arlt

Lexie Arlt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


“My approach to therapy has a focus on authenticity, and the journey of processing life experiences to uncover the best parts of you that have been there all along.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive

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Melvin Blackwell

Melvin Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a gentle, collaborative approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients explore thoughts, feelings, and challenges in a safe, supportive space.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Adia Robinson

Adia Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My objective is to guide clients toward healing and discovering the quality of life that awaits on the other side of adversity.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Ronique Ajao

Ronique Ajao

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a licensed therapist specializing in complex trauma, dissociative disorders, and holistic mental health care.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Michaela Wik

Michaela Wik

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a welcoming, supportive space where clients feel safe being fully themselves without fear of judgment.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Saralynn Brown

Saralynn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe each person is the expert in their own life, and my role is to collaborate with you to identify your goals, recognize your existing strengths, and develop practical tools to support growth and healing.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering

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Nichole Plavec

Nichole Plavec

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My work often integrates therapeutic orientations that connect mind and body into the process of healing.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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Frederick Stephens

Frederick Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My first priority is to listen and understand what has brought you in at this time, what feels most stressful or overwhelming, what you have already tried, and what you hope might change.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jeff Turner

Jeff Turner

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and practicality—I help clients navigate life's challenges by focusing on what matters most to them.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
La'Nae Bellamy

La'Nae Bellamy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a Christian Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience walking alongside youth, adults, and families through the many chapters of life. My passion is to see every person connected to my work step into the fullest version of who God created them to be. I firmly believe in the power of His Word to remind us of our purpose, His plans, and the truth of how deeply we are loved.

It is my heart’s desire that each individual I serve experiences healing from the inside out. Restoring of peace, renewing of hope, and empowering them to shine their light everywhere they go.

Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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Tania Majette

Tania Majette

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Tania's treatment modality styles are primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Shanice Johnson

Shanice Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that oftentimes we already have what it takes to move past our challenges. It simply takes another person to help us point out our strengths and provide a roadmap to getting back on track.”
Cigna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Teegan Lund

Teegan Lund

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in meeting clients where they are at with a warm and welcoming approach as we work together through a balance of accountability and compassion.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Tammy Weitzman

Tammy Weitzman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Tammy. I believe therapy should feel like a supportive conversation—a two-sided dialogue built on warmth, compassion, and a genuine desire to understand your unique story.

As a therapist, I am dedicated to creating a safe and open-minded environment where we can work together to turn your challenges into strengths

Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Mary Fields

Dr. Mary Fields

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I integrate trauma-informed care, mindfulness practices, and cognitive-behavioral strategies, tailoring treatment to meet each client where they are.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Shatira Champion

Shatira Champion

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“She is seasoned in community counseling, addressing issues of adjustment, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, work/life balance, etc.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Angela Barnes

Angela Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Brittani Burton

Brittani Burton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from Walden University and a Bachelor of Social Work from Norfolk State University. My clinical experience spans emergency departments, hospitals, and community-based behavioral health settings, where I have supported adults navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, substance use concerns, and complex medical or psychiatric challenges.

Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Brown

Michelle Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My work integrates unconditional positive regard as well as pychodymanic insight with practice tools from CBT, ACT, and polyvagal theory while also utilizing somatic approaches that help each person reconnect to their body's own wisdom.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Chelsea Etheridge

Chelsea Etheridge

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, NC


“I use guided meditation and art activities to help prepare our minds to enter the safe space of therapy and regulate in order to end therapy and enter back into daily life.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded

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Kyria Mabiala

Kyria Mabiala

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a collaborative approach that's tailored to your unique experiences. Together, we can identify patterns, strengthen coping strategies, and build practical skills to help you improve your mental well being.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Tiarah Bruno

Tiarah Bruno

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is down to earth, compassionate, and collaborative. I pull from evidence-based approaches but keep things human and relatable.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Sarah Porzucki

Sarah Porzucki

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Jill believes it's important to meet clients where they are at. She has an open-minded, caring approach.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Janice Truszkowski

Janice Truszkowski

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is very conversational. I'll really listen to you so I can help guide you to your own healing.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Avery Grant

Avery Grant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


A dedicated clinical therapist/social worker with experience across various age groups. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, and a strengths-based approach, I empower clients to navigate challenges, build resilience, and achieve personal growth. Passionate about fostering a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment tailored to each individual's needs.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Alexis Highsmith

Alexis Highsmith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a person centered approach while skills building to help individuals get the most out of sessions.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Neisha Dawson-Jenkins

Neisha Dawson-Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Life can begin to feel overwhelming when you’re carrying stress, anxiety, emotional exhaustion, relationship challenges, or self-doubt while still trying to show up for work, school, family, and everyone around you. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in survival mode — overthinking, emotionally drained, struggling to communicate their needs, battling negative self-talk, or feeling like they have to keep everything together even when they are struggling internally. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone, and you do not have to navigate it by yourself.

Healing does not mean becoming a completely different person. Often, it means learning how to care for yourself with more understanding, confidence, balance, and grace while creating healthier ways to move through life’s challenges. Whether you are navigating stress, relationship difficulties, identity concerns, burnout, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, therapy can be a space to pause, process, heal, and reconnect with yourself.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, but you do not have to have everything figured out before reaching out. I would be honored to support you in your healing journey and help you move toward the version of yourself that feels more grounded, confident, and emotionally supported.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Michelle Personette

Michelle Personette

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a holistic approach to treating patients and recognize the unique individuality of each person that I counsel.”
Cigna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Denice Greene

Denice Greene

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, NC


“I have over 25 years of experience helping children, adolescents and adults on their road to improved wellness.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

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Dr. Eunice Ngumba-Gatabaki

Dr. Eunice Ngumba-Gatabaki

Psychologist

Virtual • Wake Forest, NC


“By choosing to work with me on your healing journey we set achievable goals together in a climate of unconditional positive regard.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Neal

Crystal Neal

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused therapy to help you understand your direction and power.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

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Catherine Scholz

Catherine Scholz

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


I have wanted to be a counselor from a young age. I received my undergraduate BA degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado and my graduate degree M.Ed clinical/ school counseling from the University of Phoenix. I also spent two years studying at the Denver Seminary to learn how to incorporate faith into counseling. I started out as a middle school counselor and also worked as a therapist in a counseling clinic. My passions are parent coaching, helping with anxiety disorders as well as depressive disorders.

Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Courtney March

Courtney March

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I believe in a holistic approach to therapy and infuses her strengths of love, humor, gratitude, spirituality, and love of learning during sessions.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Todd Glickman

Todd Glickman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I view therapy as "structured practice" for real life. My style is laid-back, relational, and collaborative.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Heather Pruitt

Heather Pruitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burlington, NC


“I integrate tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)...”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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 Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — 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.