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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Wake Forest, NC

Access mental healthcare in Wake Forest through Headway's extensive network of 2,783 providers accepting Aetna. Schedule sessions virtually or in-person with copays approximately $30, and many patients report significant savings through insurance optimization.

Christopher Mckillop

Christopher Mckillop

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their challenges and develop meaningful coping skills.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Veronica Wruble

Veronica Wruble

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


Life can pull us in a hundred different directions, and sometimes it takes slowing down, getting real, and having honest conversations to find our way forward. My approach is straightforward and commpassionate - no judgment, no fluff. I meet you where you are, walk beside you through the challenges, and help you rediscover your strength, clarity, and purpose.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Andrea Straughter

Andrea Straughter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative, practical, and a little bit human (yes, I drink coffee, forget my keys, and binge Netflix too).”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Teresia Hood

Teresia Hood

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“My approach to the therapeutic process starts with You! Meeting you where you are while offering a nonjudgmental, supportive and empowering approach.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Taylor Clark

Taylor Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I am a casual therapist that offers supportive service with the goal to improve the quality of lives.”
Aetna + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Taurus Sanders

Taurus Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is one of curiosity. I listen intently to gain insight of a client's thoughts, emotions and behavioral patterns.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Amanda Leggett

Amanda Leggett

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Every journey begins with connection. My approach is grounded in creating a safe, supportive space where healing and growth can flourish.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Walston

Mary Walston

Therapist

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


“I Whole Heartedly Work To Provide customized, sensitive, and transformative yet practical support...”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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!

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Toddra Williams

Toddra Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that each person's story is unique, and I strive to provide a safe, compassionate space where healing and growth can happen at the client's own pace.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Monica Howard

Monica Howard

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and healing, and my goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and valued.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Winnie Momanyi

Winnie Momanyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a collaborative and compassionate approach to therapy, and I am committed to helping my patients achieve their mental health goals.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Yolanda Lee

Yolanda Lee

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about my work because it allows me to witness and actively participate in my clients' personal growth and challenges.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ambrose Ukpebor

Ambrose Ukpebor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello, I’m Ambrose Ukpebor, DNP, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience supporting individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health challenges. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and have worked extensively in crisis and community mental health settings, helping individuals stabilize and move toward recovery. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on personalized treatment plans that may include medication management and supportive strategies. My goal is to create a safe, respectful space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered in your mental health journey.

Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Cyril Forcha

Cyril Forcha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and active listening. I believe in meeting you where you are and working collaboratively to find real, workable solutions.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Kearsee Foster

Kearsee Foster

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Black woman and a mother, which means I bring more than a clinical background to our sessions — I bring genuine understanding of the intersecting pressures many of my clients carry.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sana Anas

Sana Anas

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapy approach is warm and person-centered, and providing a holistic approach to therapy is my passion.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brillion Adams

Brillion Adams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Ready to stop managing the noise and finally start living?

You are exhausted from carrying everyone else's luggage. On paper, you are high-functioning, capable, and the one everyone turns to. But inside, the mental noise feels like a car alarm that has been blaring for days without stopping. You have tried analyzing your thoughts, policing your anxiety, and forcing yourself to stay calm, but your heart is simply tired of the old way of surviving.

You don't need another clinical checklist or a rigid set of coping mechanisms. You need a space where it is safe to completely drop your armor.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natehya Allen

Natehya Allen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy starts with a genuine connection. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and accepted just as you are.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Laura Finney

Laura Finney

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in working with those going through life transitions to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Quick-Graham

Lauren Quick-Graham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is for you to feel heard and empowered. After the intake/initial session, I focus on skill building as a goal to help you feel like you can take something tangible away from therapy immediately.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia N. Holman-Reid

Felicia N. Holman-Reid

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I consider myself as a guide in a client's journey of learning about themself more, having improved interactions with others, and having a better grasp on life.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Robin Avery

Dr. Robin Avery

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Arden, NC


“She teaches you skills to help you cope with what cannot be changed, and offers new, positive ways to perceive, act, and experience yourself and your reality that can be a wellspring of growth, positivity, and personal life enhancement.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Heather Lockey

Heather Lockey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a strengths-based approach, helping clients identify and use their strengths to meet their goals.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kayla Humphrey

Kayla Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


You're accomplished, dependable, and often the person everyone turns to—but carrying it all can be exhausting. I work with professional women navigating anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, and major life transitions. For women who are used to being seen as “strong,” therapy can be a space where you don't have to perform or have it all figured out. Together, we'll explore what's beneath the stress, break unhelpful patterns, and build practical coping tools that fit your life. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, culturally responsive, and centered on you.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mary Neal

Dr. Mary Neal

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a supportive, non-judgmental therapeutic space where clients can explore their emotional landscapes, develop resilience, and cultivate meaningful change.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Amber Stark

Amber Stark

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have been practicing for ten years and have found that I join best with adults who are wanting to overcome impacts of anxiety, depression, inattention, and ineffective family dynamics to achieve their growth goals.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tomha Mcmillan

Tomha Mcmillan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a passion for working with military families. I love working with those who feel like outsiders and the exception.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Nicole Moore

Nicole Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greensboro, NC


“I'm a dually licensed clinician with over a decade of experience in mental health and substance use treatment.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Turquoisia Green

Turquoisia Green

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma informed, helping clients build emotional resilience and confidence.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lem Scott, Dnp, Pmhnp

Lem Scott, Dnp, Pmhnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I see our therapeutic relationship as a true partnership. My style is collaborative, deeply empathetic, and flexible...”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Tiffany Sanders

Tiffany Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am professionally trained in trauma-focused modalities and treatment approaches, including the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics, Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,...”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Ciara Dennis-Morgan

Ciara Dennis-Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I enjoy working with people who are interested in returning to the truth of who they are. I value people. Intuition is often within my work with people. I am honored to walk with people in their orientation to healing and health in the ways important to them. Harmony in mind, body, and spirit.

A holistic trauma informed approach with a culturally grounded orientation to care is my offering. I love to incorporate breath work and somatic work in with talk therapy all while centering values.

I respect the courage of getting to this point. It’s reasonable that we all would benefit from support so I am happy to walk you home to you, the truth of you that deserves liberation, healing and health because your life has value and I’m so glad you’re here. You deserve it all.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ashley Poole

Dr. Ashley Poole

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, practical, and results-driven—focused on helping you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and move forward with clarity and confidence.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mutema Molongwe

Mutema Molongwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I value building genuine therapeutic relationships and believe that care is most effective when clients feel respected, informed, and actively involved in decisions about their treatment.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hewan Mezgebu

Hewan Mezgebu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is patient-centered and collaborative. I prioritize building a strong, trusting relationship by listening closely, honoring your values and preferences, and involving you in every step of care.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Michelle Bell

Michelle Bell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, heard, and genuinely supported. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment where clients can show up as their authentic selves. My approach is compassionate, direct when needed, and focused on helping clients build practical tools for everyday life while also exploring deeper emotional patterns and experiences.

I enjoy working with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, stress, identity exploration, and emotional overwhelm. I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC clients and creating an affirming therapeutic space where clients feel respected and understood.

I understand that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and my goal is to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward healing, clarity, and meaningful growth.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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.