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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Knoxville, TN

Headway makes mental healthcare accessible across Knoxville neighborhoods and beyond, offering flexible virtual and in-person sessions with Aetna coverage. With 1,018 licensed providers available, find the right fit for your needs with copays starting at $0.

Dr. Candice McLane

Dr. Candice McLane

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in family; regardless of what our nuclear family looks like, the health and quality of the family are all that matter.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Paul Highfill

Paul Highfill

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have learned that sitting in the "stuckness" with clients is the best way to find the freedom to do something different.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Lewis

Jason Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I work to establish a judgment free, warm, loving and accepting relationship where clients feel the freedom to be who they are...”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Samantha Hopkins

Samantha Hopkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in fostering a collaborative and non-judgmental environment where you can openly discuss your concerns and aspirations.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Laura Combs

Laura Combs

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I’m Laura, a licensed therapist with 13 years of experience helping adults navigate life transitions, stress, and personal growth. I work with athletes, college students, new parents, and adults who want support managing challenges, building resilience, and finding balance. My approach is grounded, practical, and compassionate, drawing on my professional training as well as real-life experience. I create a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Rebecca Kee

Rebecca Kee

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


“My goal is to help you build practical skills to manage anxiety and life's challenges while creating space for self-compassion and meaningful growth.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jennifer Hunter

Dr. Jennifer Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I will help you explore the underlying conditions that may be impacting your ability to put yourself first and move forward.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Wing Sum Tam

Wing Sum Tam

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is gentle and steady, offering space for old wounds to soften, new patterns to emerge, and your voice to come forward with clarity.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marissa Penn

Marissa Penn

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“By utilizing a relational, trauma-informed approach, Marissa assists patients in reducing suffering, gaining insight, and achieving personal growth.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Glenn Covert

Glenn Covert

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“With over 24 years of counseling experience, I help individuals and couples move beyond just talking about problems to actually finding solutions.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Audra Tate Kennedy

Audra Tate Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I specialize in women's issues: self image, hormonal changes, sexual issues including desire issues, pain and trauma.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Dr. Denise Houser

Dr. Denise Houser

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Are you tired of carrying things that are just too heavy for you to carry alone anymore? As a licensed professional counselor, I can help you carry that load. In my 12 years as a counselor, I've worked with families, children, adolescents, and adults of all ages in homes, outpatient offices, and online. I have a Ph.D. in counselor education and supervision, and have taught in graduate counseling programs, but my first love is working directly with individuals who are dealing with the effects of trauma, grief, burnout, or anxiety. I am a Christian and would be happy to incorporate your spiritual beliefs, whether Christian or not, into our work together, if desired.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Melissa Bakas

Melissa Bakas

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is that clients will leave sessions feeling hopeful and empowered as they strive to live a fulfilling life.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Khelsea Walker

Khelsea Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected...”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Shantae Harris

Shantae Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“At the end of the session, you will feel like you just had a conversation with an old friend that has helped you determine a clear path from the tunnel that you may have felt that you were in.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacquelyn Kurkjian

Jacquelyn Kurkjian

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


As a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider, I believe everyone's mental health journey is unique and important. I appreciate getting to know what brings someone to therapy and how to become the most successful version of themselves. I have been practicing since 2021 and enjoy working with older adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating lifestyle changes or life transitions.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Jo Harmon

Mary Jo Harmon

Therapist

Virtual • Memphis, TN


I’m a therapist based in Memphis who works with high-achieving women navigating anxiety, burnout, identity transitions, and complex relationship dynamics. Many of my clients are successful on the outside and exhausted on the inside. They are often the responsible one, the strong one, the reliable one — and quietly overwhelmed.

My work is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), an evidence-based model that helps clients understand and heal the different “parts” of themselves — the driven part, the critical part, the anxious part, the part that feels unseen. I am Level 1 trained in IFS and integrate attachment-informed and trauma-responsive care into my practice.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kali Guilmet-Talbot

Kali Guilmet-Talbot

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I provide a compassionate and collaborative space for healing. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based...”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Tamayo

Angela Tamayo

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi, I’m Angela, a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Maryland and Tennessee via telehealth. I provide therapy in both English and Spanish and specialize in working with children ages 11 and up, teens, and adults. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD and ASD and life transitions, and I have a warm, grounded style that helps clients feel safe and understood. My background includes extensive experience with youth and families, and I integrate evidence-based modalities such as CBT, Exposure-Based approaches, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and trauma-informed care.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Rachel Scott

Rachel Scott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lyles, TN


“My specialty in trauma treatment, combined with a client-centered approach, allows me a unique perspective that can provide much-needed support and a sense of safety.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Christina Dianahesti

Christina Dianahesti

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Life can feel overwhelming when you are carrying a burden that seems too heavy to manage on your own. You may be struggling with grief, relationship challenges, trauma, stress, or emotions that leave you feeling stuck, exhausted, or uncertain about what comes next. During difficult seasons, it can be hard to know where to start or even believe things can improve. Therapy offers a space to process what you are experiencing, gain clarity, and begin moving forward one step at a time.

Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Hannah Starr

Hannah Starr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lebanon, TN


“I am passionate about partnering and walking alongside others in some of their most difficult moments to help them reach a sense of hope and healing.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Kimberli Matthews

Kimberli Matthews

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is to help you feel truly seen and supported. I understand how overwhelming life can feel when ADHD, anxiety, or trauma make it hard to stay focused or calm.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Brie Vogt

Brie Vogt

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is warm, practical, and supportive, and I want to help you feel heard, understood, and more confident.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Nathan Knappier

Nathan Knappier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is calm, collaborative, and practical. I listen closely, partner with you to understand your unique situation and goals, and draw from CBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, and supportive therapy.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Valerie Harris

Valerie Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I specialize in treating eating disorders and religious trauma, using a holistic, person-centered approach that honors the mind-body connection...”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Panic disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Johnson

Tamara Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Memphis, TN


“Using evidence based guidelines as well as an integrative approach to provide safe and holistic mental health care, I provide medication management, individual therapy, and wellness recommendations.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
L. May McInnis

L. May McInnis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Johnson City, TN


“My primary goals as a therapist are to help you feel empowered as you explore yourself and how you show up in the world.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne Marie Bryant

Anne Marie Bryant

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I work with individuals, couples and children/teens to help them with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting, trauma, grief/loss, and stress.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Tommy South

Tommy South

Therapist

Virtual • Johnson City, TN


You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, past experiences, or relationship conflict that still affect how you show up in daily life and relationships. Many people reach out for therapy when trauma, depression, grief, or substance use begins to feel too heavy to manage alone. You may feel stuck in patterns of anger, conflict, or emotional pain and want a safe place to talk honestly about what’s going on. Therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and begin finding healthier ways to cope and move forward. I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, understood, and respected.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Reisha Jack

Reisha Jack

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I'm rather casual and surprisingly able to engage in enjoyable conversation about a surprisingly wide range of topics and interest.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Chad Hughes

Chad Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I partner with my clients to help them increase understanding and find strategies to meet their goals.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Sally Summers

Sally Summers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


**If you experience any difficulty booking through the platform, please email me at [email protected].

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Hi, I’m Sally Summers, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy for adults, teens, and children, with a focus on ADHD, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, PTSD, bipolar and mood disorders, and stress-related burnout.

My background includes a degree in Psychology and two graduate degrees in Nursing with a specialization in psychiatry. I take a thoughtful, individualized approach to care- combining evidence-based treatment with a deeper understanding of how your symptoms, lifestyle, and stressors all connect.

Sessions are collaborative, focused, and designed to give you both clarity and direction. You’ll have space to be open and understood, while also gaining practical tools and a treatment plan that actually fits your day-to-day life.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, burnout, difficulty focusing, mood changes, or feeling stuck, my goal is to help you feel more steady, confident, and in control- not just in the moment, but long-term.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Brianna Woods

Brianna Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


“Upon meeting, my first goal is to establish a safe environment to ensure clients feel seen, heard, and able to show up as their authentic selves.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Crowell

Daniel Crowell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that mental health care works best when it's a true partnership — one built on trust, shared goals, and the understanding that you are the expert on your own life.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Rachel Jones

Rachel Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mt. Juliet, TN


For over eight years, I have provided individual and group therapy to clients addressing problematic sexual behaviors and intimacy issues. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and OR SOTB Certified Clinical Sex Offense Therapist, I deliver client-centered therapy, encompassing a broad spectrum of mental health challenges, with a specialization in sexual dysfunction and antisocial behaviors.

Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Angie Galyean

Angie Galyean

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My focus is on helping clients rebuild clarity, strengthen boundaries, and make decisions from a grounded, self trusting place rather than fear.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“Board-Certified PMHNP dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to patients.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Elizaveta Patchen

Elizaveta Patchen

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that through our work together we can come closer to the life that is flowing, is full of happiness and ease.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Becky Davis

Becky Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Memphis, TN


“All emotions are good and should be handled with care, because they are the forces that lead us to ourselves.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

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.

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