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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Akron, OH

Headway makes Aetna-covered therapy accessible across Akron's neighborhoods including Summit Lake, Chapel Hill, and East Akron. With 1,768 providers available and flexible scheduling, find the right fit for your mental health needs with copays starting at $0.

Stefanie Young

Stefanie Young

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Akron, OH


Hello, I'm Stefanie Young, an Army brat, born in Germany and a Gulf War Veteran. I've spent my entire career in and around first response: military, military police, and civilian law enforcement which has truly shaped my approach to therapy by understanding the culture, the pressures that come with it, and what it takes to finally talk to someone.

My practice is a confidential, open space for adults working through trauma, PTSD, anxiety, anger, and depression. If you're a first responder or veteran, you won't need to explain your world to me, I've lived it. And if you're not, you're equally welcome as well.

Aetna + 17 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Chris Freeman-Clark

Chris Freeman-Clark

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • Tallmadge, OH


“I like to keep things casual and conversational. I like to get to know clients early in the process and especially their developmental and family history.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kassandra Johnston

Kassandra Johnston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away • Cuyahoga Falls, OH


“Clients can expect to leave sessions feeling validated, empowered and certain they are on the right track to elevating their lives.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Jeannine Taylor

Dr. Jeannine Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Akron, OH


My name is Jeannine Taylor. I earned a Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy and a Doctoral Degree from Kent State University. I also am Assistant Professor of Family & Community Medicine at Northeast Ohio College of Medicine. I enjoy helping people balance work and family; navigate the challenges before, during and after divorce; and cope with changes associated with midlife and later life. I also help clients make career decisions and establish educational goals.

PLEASE NOTE: I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW COUPLES AS OF MARCH 6, 2026; HOWEVER, I AM ACCEPTING NEW INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mina Sakamoto

Mina Sakamoto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • Akron, OH


“My integrative approach helps you explore hidden patterns of thinking while learning to engage more deeply with the present moment, clarify your values, and find meaning.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Sarah Billingsley

Sarah Billingsley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • Akron, OH


“I work from the perspective that childhood and family experiences frequently impact our ability to function in adulthood.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rochelle Tatarka

Rochelle Tatarka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Fairlawn, OH


“My approach is direct, warm, holistic, and personable. I practice a variety of evidence-based modalities...”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Direct, Holistic, Warm
April Young

April Young

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away • Akron, OH


“I bring a lot of psychoeducation to my sessions. My clients love being able to understand why their brain and body are reacting or doing the things that they are doing.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Nathan Lamkin

Dr. Nathan Lamkin

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • Akron, OH


“I blend deep compassion with genuine honesty to help you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and relationships shape your unique story.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Ilona Ponomariova

Ilona Ponomariova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Fairlawn, OH


“My nonjudgmental approach allows people to feel safe and validated. My lived experience enables me to empathize with my clients, empowering them and facilitating change.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Abby Gontero

Abby Gontero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • Stow, OH


I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kent State University. I work with clients from young adults to older individuals, who are navigating a range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, and LGBTQ+ concerns. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, or life transitions, I’m here to support you in a way that honors your unique journey and values.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Caroline Woolf

Caroline Woolf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • Akron, OH


“My goal is to walk alongside clients through warm, collaborative conversations that honor their backgrounds and values, providing space for both big emotions and concrete tools to use between sessions.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Singer

Carrie Singer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Stow, OH


“It is possible to grow and thrive after traumatic events and I am here to provide hope for others to do so.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
David Monter

David Monter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Uniontown, OH


“I believe in a strength based and client centered approach, where your needs and goals are at the forefront of our work together.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trey Gehring

Trey Gehring

Therapist

In-person • 10 mi away • Hudson, OH


“I am integrative in my work with clients, drawing from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), EMDR, schema therapy, and compassion-focused therapy (CFT).”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Hawkins McHenry

Michele Hawkins McHenry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Akron, OH


“My intention is to walk with you on your journey, providing insight and helping to identify areas to improve and strategies to do so.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Jen Foren

Jen Foren

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Columbus, OH


“I have experience treating those with depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, PTSD/victims of trauma & members of the LGBTQ+ community.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Shannon Urbanic

Shannon Urbanic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Hudson, OH


“I entered this field as a way to "pay it forwards" from the individuals who have helped me throughout my life.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Carroll

Elizabeth Carroll

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Hudson, OH


“I have been a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner in Ohio for 14 years, and I hold a doctorate in nursing practice.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Myung Jin Purves

Myung Jin Purves

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Cleveland, OH


“My main area of focus is EMDR Therapy with couples and individuals. With couples, I focus on relational trauma, such as infidelity, abuse, or loss of a child.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Cheryl Thomas

Dr. Cheryl Thomas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Wadsworth, OH


“I am a certified EMDR trauma specialist. I am also a family and couple therapist by training, so helping them have better ways to communicate and to connect with others in their lives is something that I truly enjoy seeing happen in the process of...”
Aetna + 16 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Damion Boyd

Damion Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Wadsworth, OH


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment utilizing care, sensitivity, with a little humor that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esam Pietras

Esam Pietras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Richfield, OH


“Your treatment plan will be tailored to fit your individual needs while working in a non-judgmental empathetic setting.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Koewler

Michelle Koewler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Medina, OH


“You'll be met with empathy, authenticity, and genuine presence, because therapy should be a place where you feel safe and seen.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Courtney Hout

Courtney Hout

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Wadsworth, OH


“My hope is that in working together I can provide you with the skills necessary to feel confident in your ability to manage what is going on in your life.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Matthew Haines

Matthew Haines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Streetsboro, OH


As a former firefighter, paramedic, and emergency planner, Matthew deeply understands the impact of trauma on those who served and protect. His mission is to help all individuals move beyond survival-toward healing, wholeness, and hope.

Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Liesa Kaye

Liesa Kaye

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Green, OH


As an Independent Clinical Social Worker, I believe prioritizing your mental health is the key to finding your joy. I have been in practice for 11 years focusing on individuals navigating the impact of anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, working with couples, and parent mentoring.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bernadette Sisk

Bernadette Sisk

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Canton, OH


“I'm not a "nod and smile" provider. I'm here to help you actually move forward—even when that means we get honest, a little uncomfortable, and real about what's going on.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Tracy Harper

Tracy Harper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Northfield, OH


“I believe therapy should feel both safe and productive — a place where you are deeply understood while also challenged to grow.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Corey Weisend

Corey Weisend

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Canton, OH


“I specialize in dealing with trauma and have been trained in EMDR. My other areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, anger and grief.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Lisa Oshaughnessy

Lisa Oshaughnessy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Canton, OH


“I want to help you feel better. Plain and simple. I want you to know that together we are going to get better.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Clay

Taylor Clay

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Canton, OH


Taylor Clay, M.A., LPCC is a licensed professional clinical counselor. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Andrews University and completed her master's degree in mental health counseling from Walsh University. Taylor has been working in various settings in Stark County since 2015. Taylor has experience within hospital emergency rooms, school-based, community crisis, outpatient, and telehealth. Taylor has worked with a wide range of clients ages 5-75. Taylor’s early years in the field were focused on child and adolescents, primarily those in foster care. For the past several years, Taylor has moved to a focus of young adults, adults, and geriatric populations. Taylor is a proud ally to the LGTBQIA+ community.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, best friend, dogs, and family. Taylor is very passionate about helping animals in the community and often finds herself looking for lost dogs on the weekends. She also enjoys being outside, especially in warm weather.

Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Taylor Clay

Taylor Clay

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Canton, OH


Taylor Clay, M.A., LPCC is a licensed professional clinical counselor. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Andrews University and completed her master's degree in mental health counseling from Walsh University. Taylor has been working in various settings in Stark County since 2015. Taylor has experience within hospital emergency rooms, school-based, community crisis, outpatient, and telehealth. Taylor has worked with a wide range of clients ages 5-75. Taylor’s early years in the field were focused on child and adolescents, primarily those in foster care. For the past several years, Taylor has moved to a focus of young adults, adults, and geriatric populations. Taylor is a proud ally to the LGTBQIA+ community.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, best friend, dogs, and family. Taylor is very passionate about helping animals in the community and often finds herself looking for lost dogs on the weekends. She also enjoys being outside, especially in warm weather.

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Michael Tolloti

Michael Tolloti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Canton, OH


“My style is kind, direct, goal-oriented, and strengths based, supporting you in gaining insight and helping you work toward meeting your goals.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stephanie Farrell

Dr. Stephanie Farrell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Canton, OH


“I'm passionate about supporting you through life transitions, and my approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to meet you where you are.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Michelle Garrett

Michelle Garrett

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Canton, OH


“My style is warm and collaborative, focused on helping you feel heard and supported while building lasting tools for wellness.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Catherine Castro

Catherine Castro

Therapist

In-person • 17 mi away • Brecksville, OH


“I seek to be a source of empathy, compassion, and comfort as well as reliable support for my clients.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Carly Grabowski

Carly Grabowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Brecksville, OH


“I am passionate about working with adolescents and adults (ages 12+) because of my own experience with trauma and anxiety.”
Aetna + 16 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Skoda

Michael Skoda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Broadview Heights, OH


“I have a relational, humanistic, and collaborative counseling approach. Together we will develop a plan to help you as you begin to take actionable steps to improve your life.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Denise Tripp

Denise Tripp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Canton, OH


“I use a Person Centered approach and weave in Solution Focused therapy so you can gain traction on your treatment goals.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

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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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