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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Friendswood, TX

Explore mental health care in Friendswood covered by Aetna through Headway, where you can choose from 9,561 providers offering both in-person and virtual sessions. Many patients pay as little as $0 per session, with free intake consultations available.

Anetria Thompson

Anetria Thompson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Houston, TX


“I am passionate about walking alongside you through tough times and the most challenging parts of life.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Helminiak

Michael Helminiak

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“You deserve more than 15 minutes to talk about your problems, and you deserve a provider that makes you feel like more than a checklist.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Jaime Kellaway

Jaime Kellaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“My primary intention when first connecting with a client is to develop a relationship wherein you feel safe to share your thoughts, feelings, & actions at your own pace and without fear of judgement.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Musifat Akanji-Newton

Musifat Akanji-Newton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Houston, TX


“I listen, encourage and affirm the client needs to help them reach their personal goals and potential.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Angelica Rivera

Dr. Angelica Rivera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Houston, TX


“I specialize in helping people move on from a painful past. I studied trauma, grief and loss in my doctoral journey to competently help survivors of various traumas reconcile the past to move towards a brighter future.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

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Mor Regev

Mor Regev

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Houston, TX


“I am a wife, daughter, sister, mother, and immigrant, which just means I've experienced much of what my clients have, and I'll never judge them for where they are in their journeys towards healing.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natasha Hansen

Natasha Hansen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Houston, TX


“My goal is to create a space where you feel supported, challenged when needed, and empowered to better understand yourself and your ability to heal and grow.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Elizabeth Shantharaj

Elizabeth Shantharaj

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Houston, TX


“I focus on empowering my clients to understand how their past experiences have impacted their current relationships, with self and others, and how they can change these patterns.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carly Braswell

Carly Braswell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Houston, TX


I specialize in working with adults navigating trauma, chronic pain, and ADHD. These challenges can leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. But you don’t have to go through it alone. I bring not only my professional expertise but also my own personal experience of healing. I know firsthand how intimidating and overwhelming the journey can be. That’s why I’m committed to walking alongside you as a compassionate guide offering tools, empathy, and a safe space for you to explore your past, present, and the future you want to create.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Danae Patterson

Danae Patterson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Houston, TX


I am passionate about creating a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients. I am committed to helping my clients identify and navigate their feelings, learn healthier coping skills, and ultimately find hope and heal. I have worked with adults and adolescence with eating disorders, substance and behavioral addictions, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, co-dependency, trauma, anxiety, and depression.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Wendy Evans

Wendy Evans

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“My approach is collaborative and mindfulness-based, blending practical tools with deeper insight to help clients gain clarity, balance, and meaningful, sustainable change.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Marva Burks

Marva Burks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Bellaire, TX


“I work with adults who are carrying more than they let on — the grief that hasn't eased, the anxiety that keeps you up at night...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Sierra Thompson

Sierra Thompson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“My goal is to assist YOU in being the best version of YOU. Together, we can develop ways to tackle challenges and adversities while adapting to living an intentional life filled with happiness and fulfillment.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Johanna Pule

Johanna Pule

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Houston, TX


“I am especially skilled at working with children and adolescents who have been impacted by divorce, abuse or neglect, adoption or foster care.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Direct, Inquisitive
Kristin Walker

Kristin Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Baytown, TX


“I specialize in working with teens, individuals who have been involved in the criminal justice system, and also those who have experienced trauma or are working through grief and loss.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Olan Latin

Olan Latin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“My goal is to create an environment that is safe space for dialogue utilizing evidence-based techniques and proven research methods.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
DOndra Bobbitt

DOndra Bobbitt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“I believe in a holistic approach to mental health that considers the emotional, behavioral, and social aspects of each patient's life.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Maria Merrill

Maria Merrill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“I believe the therapeutic relationship is key to healing along with research backed techniques and tools.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

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Brandi Hobratschk

Brandi Hobratschk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“My approach involves working on specific, achievable goals that we set together. I listen and provide a safe space to talk.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keely O'Donnell

Keely O'Donnell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Houston, TX


“I gained most of my professional experience working with codependency, addiction, and trauma at an outpatienet treatment center, and my practice focuses on working with relationship issues, burnout, and overfunctioning.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Kailynn Klepfer

Kailynn Klepfer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Houston, TX


“I love helping moms during any stage of motherhood. I specialize in treating moms who may be struggling with postpartum anxiety, depression, shame, or with their identity since motherhood.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chester Wu

Dr. Chester Wu

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“Dr. Wu's treatment philosophy is that trust, compassion, and comprehensiveness are the keys positive outcomes.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dellissa Simmons

Dellissa Simmons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Houston, TX


“I believe that each person has the power to fulfill their ideal potential through empowerment, increased self awareness and the identification of unhealthy behavioral patterns.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Mark Lidasan

Mark Lidasan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Missouri City, TX


Compassionate, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care

As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I am committed to providing comprehensive, integrated mental health care that supports your well-being at every stage of life. Mental health is the foundation of overall wellness, influencing emotional balance, relationships, productivity, and quality of life. My goal is to offer individualized, evidence-based treatment tailored to your unique needs, helping you regain stability, resilience, and peace of mind.

I welcome clients facing a range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and other mental health challenges. Using a holistic approach, I consider biological, psychological, and social factors to create a treatment plan that fosters long-term healing.

Expertise You Can Trust

With more than 20 years of experience in patient care, I have worked extensively in diverse healthcare settings, gaining deep insight into both mental and physical health. I am board-certified in psychiatric mental health, medical-surgical, and critical care nursing, bringing a well-rounded perspective to patient care.

My academic background includes a Master of Science in Mental Health and a Bachelor’s in Nursing and Biology. I was honored to receive the Excellence in Nursing Award from the Good Samaritan Foundation of Texas, a recognition of my dedication to compassionate and high-quality care.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Alexa Gomez

Alexa Gomez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Houston, TX


“I take a collaborative and client-centered stance, focusing on empowering you to build resilience and develop healthy coping mechanisms.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Jagdeep Chadha

Jagdeep Chadha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Houston, TX


“I'm passionate about the integrating modern evidence based psychotherapy with ancient traditions of yoga, tao and zen.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Selenos Azzam

Selenos Azzam

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Houston, TX


“I'm deeply committed to making mental health care more accessible—especially for those who have felt unseen, unheard, or unsupported.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Katie Osgood

Katie Osgood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Houston, TX


“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. We will work together to understand why certain patterns show up in your life, where they came from, and ways to help you feel more calm and grounded.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

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Kathryn Moore

Kathryn Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Houston, TX


“I care deeply about the well-being of my clients- and humanity. I am open to- and enjoy working with- clients of all backgrounds.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Sandra Aponte Paniagua

Sandra Aponte Paniagua

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Houston, TX


You might not even be able to imagine happiness because you never learned how to dream. As a collaborative, strengths-based therapist, I can teach you to understand where that comes from, so you can grow into your identity(ies) and start dreaming of your future. This is called thriving.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Jordan

Stephanie Jordan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Bellaire, TX


“I will believe in your resilience and internal capacity to grow and heal, even when you may not fully believe it yourself.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Amy Hansen

Amy Hansen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Bellaire, TX


Greetings, I am a therapist in private practice for over fifteen years. I am dually licensed as a mental health therapist and an addictions therapist.

Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brittney Dotson

Brittney Dotson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Houston, TX


“Using evidence-based CBT and DBT approaches, I help clients build confidence, manage stress, regulate emotions, and achieve lasting emotional well-being.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariela Castro

Mariela Castro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Houston, TX


“As a first-generation Latina, I understand how intimidating seeking mental health support can feel—especially if therapy hasn't always seemed accessible or culturally attuned.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Anna Sand

Anna Sand

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Bellaire, TX


“I like to make the intake session conversational and validating while establishing safety and trust.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica McClain

Monica McClain

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Bellaire, TX


“I use cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy to address issues you may have during the therapy.”
Aetna + 11 others
Trauma
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Darrell Reese

Darrell Reese

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Bellaire, TX


“My goal is to help my clients look for ways to figure things out instead of being stuck in disbelief and feelings of hopelessness.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Dr. Monica Alzate

Dr. Monica Alzate

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Bellaire, TX


“My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, offering depth, clarity, and practical tools for healing, resilience, exploration, and growth.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Shanna Gardner, Lpc-S

Shanna Gardner, Lpc-S

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Houston, TX


Hello and welcome—I'm so glad you're here.

My name is Shanna Gardner, LPC-S, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I'm deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover a sense of peace, purpose, and emotional wellness.

I believe that therapy should be a space where you feel safe, heard, and truly understood. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming stress, navigating a tough life transition, or managing symptoms of anxiety or depression, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nkem Chinwah

Nkem Chinwah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Houston, TX


“In my personal and professional experience, people walk around wearing invisible masks- we all put on a "brave face" so as not to be judged in our daily interactions.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, 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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