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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Sanford, NC

Access mental health support in Sanford with Aetna coverage through Headway's network of 2,775 licensed providers. With copays as low as $0-$20 per session, you can focus on your care while we handle the insurance details. Flexible virtual and in-person sessions available with providers who have openings within two weeks.

Kristen Shealy

Kristen Shealy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


With 20 years of clinical experience, I specialize in exposure to trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and fertility issues. I graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill (BA Psychology), and from Harvard University with my Master's of Education (EdM) in Risk and Prevention, and Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) in Counseling. I provide evidence-based treatments to adults, teens, and children (ages 6+) from various backgrounds, and provide therapy in English and Spanish. I work collaboratively with each client to set and achieve your goals. I'm a parent and appreciate the intense love and efforts along that journey. I love dogs, travel, sports, martial arts, and trying new foods.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Meriah Ward

Dr. Meriah Ward

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I create safe, inclusive spaces for healing and self-understanding through evidence-based care that goes beyond symptoms to address the whole person.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlie Taylor

Charlie Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! I'm Charlie. I'm a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with over 8 years of experience. I enjoy working with individuals 18 and up. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with substance use, managing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship issues in regards to being single or becoming a better partner. I received my BA in Experimental Psychology and my Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of South Carolina.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brit Klepac

Brit Klepac

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


“I bring a creative approach to my therapy practice by blending talk therapy with drawing, painting, collaging, sculpting, and other art processes to help you experience, express, and understand your emotions.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shukairo Baker

Dr. Shukairo Baker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“My approach to providing care is holistic and client-centered, ensuring that each individual receives tailored support based on their unique needs.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Jameshia Hunter

Jameshia Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach, integrating evidence-based practices while honoring each client's unique experiences and values.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Lara

Elizabeth Lara

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Liz! I help clients heal from past trauma and uncover the root of what’s keeping them feeling stuck. Trauma can shape the way you see yourself, others, and the world—often showing up as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or difficulty setting healthy boundaries.

My work focuses on addressing these deeper patterns to support lasting healing and meaningful personal growth. For those who desire it, I also offer the option to integrate Christian faith into the counseling process.

I believe therapy should not only be effective but also feel human and approachable. We’ll roll up our sleeves and do the work together, while also making space for moments of lightness along the way.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Jessica Owen

Jessica Owen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My greatest strength as a provider is in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that fosters communication and a sense of belonging and safety.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Sheri Moroe

Sheri Moroe

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I see counseling as a walk between two people, a time to discuss the ups and downs of life. I am person centered; solution focused and draw from a wide range of CBT mindfulness and Accelerated Resolution Therapy techniques that will help my clients find their own unique path in life.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fquira Johannes

Fquira Johannes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a lot of different evidence-based practices and interventions, including, but not limited to, Transactional Analysis, Emotional regulation, CBT, mindfulness, and more.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Dr. Amy Armstead

Dr. Amy Armstead

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


I provide psychiatric medication management for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns.

Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Maggie French

Maggie French

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to foster a space that's warm, empowering, and culturally humble—where all identities are respected and you never have to shrink to fit in.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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 + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Briana Manley-Hall

Briana Manley-Hall

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that, for many people, a combination of medication and counseling leads to the most meaningful and lasting improvement.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Marlie Stuart

Marlie Stuart

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“We can't always change our circumstances, but we can change our perspective, which leads to feeling better about things that are out of our control.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Jennifer Macias

Jennifer Macias

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My own experiences with grief and loss eventually led me to do this work. I have a background working in inpatient palliative care where I learned to support patients with serious illness. My experience has helped me understand navigating the medical system and supporting individuals who are experiencing illness and loss. As a Latina of Mexican-American descent, I also see clients who prefer to do sessions in Spanish.

Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Kristen Snyder

Kristen Snyder

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I help individuals identify substance use concerns, assess and diagnose substance use disorders, and address certain underlying mental health conditions.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Bryant

Mary Bryant

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I firmly believe in the power of connection to help us work through our toughest "stuff," and it's such an honor and privilege to help my clients feel loved, heard and understood.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Laura Clayton

Laura Clayton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, trauma-informed, and insight-oriented. I help clients look at the deeper roots of their pain...”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Constance McConnell

Constance McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use cognitive processing, narrative and mindfulness therapies to help empower my clients to utilize their natural strengths and supports in order to build confidence in their own identities, set healthy boundaries, and advocate for themselves.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Omotunde Adeyemi

Dr. Omotunde Adeyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cary, NC


“My practice is rooted in holistic, patient-centered care, and I am deeply committed to partnering with clients on their journey toward wellness.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Linda Hydro

Linda Hydro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cary, NC


“With over 25 years in women's health and mental health care, I specialize in women's mental health from a place of deep clinical experience—not just theory.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Jenilee Hopkins

Jenilee Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a passionate therapist who believes that healing begins in a space of safety, compassion, and genuine connection.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Yarlene Lopez Delgado

Dr. Yarlene Lopez Delgado

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work with women who feel overwhelmed by motherhood, life transitions, and the pressure to "hold it all together."”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Samantha Miller

Samantha Miller

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Please feel free to call me Sam. I'm originally from North Carolina and received my bachelor's degree in social work at Appalachian State. In 2022, I moved to Southwest Virginia and received my master's degree in social work from Radford University. Overall, I have 13 years of experience as a Social Worker in different capacities, including grief and loss, chronic illness, and burnout. My passion is working with adults and older adults navigating life changes.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
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.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mary Summerlin

Mary Summerlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, NC


“I am integrative in my approach to counseling and will use the interventions that will be most effective to address each difficulty that is presented.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Marielle McDermott

Marielle McDermott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I believe mental health treatment is most effective when we look at the whole person—not just symptoms.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Alfano

Heather Alfano

Therapist

Virtual • Hendersonville, NC


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and solution-focused, helping you find practical ways to move toward greater calm and resilience.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Henrick Ledain

Henrick Ledain

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Leland, NC


Hello all, and welcome to Beach Brain PLLC. I am a board-certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of psychiatric experience. As a psychiatric nurse, I have always wanted to provide more accessibility and care for my patients. My treatment approach is relaxed, and patient focused. My areas of treatment include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance abuse, ADHD, mood disorders and sleep disorders.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Jayki Levy

Jayki Levy

Therapist

Virtual • Candler, NC


“My goal is to create a space where you don't have to filter or hold it all together; a space where it is ok not to be ok.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Haring

Matthew Haring

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I incorporate evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Dakota Gwiszcz

Dakota Gwiszcz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is person-centered, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that each individual is the expert on their own life.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Winters

Amy Winters

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Empower people to flourish on their transformative journey toward harmony and resilience via Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Vibrational Therapy, frequency/vibrational therapy.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jesse Battle

Jesse Battle

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a team approach that includes empathy, motivation, and laughter to build a relationship to support you in becoming your best you.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Schmidt

Jennifer Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Are you feeling stuck? Frustrated? Having a difficult time navigating changes in your life? I am here to help!

I have been in social work practice for over 12 years now. I have worked with various populations including those who are dealing with life stressors, in crisis, dealing with chronic illness, grief/loss, difficulty adjusting to life transitions, trauma and stress. I approach my clients with respect and with an open mind!

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Leanne Spann

Leanne Spann

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Children often make sense of the world through play, and in that space they can begin to heal and grow.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
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 + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

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.