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Top therapists in North Carolina accepting new patients

Shannon MacTurk

Shannon MacTurk

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Treatment is person-centered, offering a safe, non-judgmental environment that nurtures who you currently are as an individual...”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, PTSD,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Sairah Ansari

Sairah Ansari

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches to help you achieve your goals and create meaningful, lasting change.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, OCD,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

LaDonn Woodson

LaDonn Woodson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I help high-achieving individuals who feel depleted, overwhelmed, and stuck carrying the mental load.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Raven Patten

Raven Patten

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is warm, supportive, empowering, and solution-focused while creating a safe space where clients feel heard and understood.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Elizabeth Rigsbee

Elizabeth Rigsbee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2512 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC

“I believe therapy should happen in a judgment-free, empathetic atmosphere where you can feel safe to explore your wellness goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

LaToyia Miller

LaToyia Miller

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am enthusiastic, ambitious, driven, self-motivated, fun, reliable, responsible, and passionate about helping others.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Challenging, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Hensley

Laura Hensley

Therapist

Virtual • St. Petersburg, NC


“My holistic approach integrates EMDR with various creative therapies to help you unlock your potential and achieve profound personal growth.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcus Boyd

Marcus Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“I bring 20+ years across psychiatric care, addictions care, forensic settings, and housing-first work.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Torres

Diana Torres

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can work toward achieving their goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophie Reaves

Sophie Reaves

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, interactive, and nonjudgmental. I will treat you with respect, empathy, and compassion.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Courtney Elson

Courtney Elson

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My greatest passion is helping my patients improve their relationships and develop healthier strategies to cope with depression and anxiety.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues,

Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance

Peter Bown

Peter Bown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use evidence based modalities and have an empowering and warm approach that allows for the discovery of new perspective and lasting change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Barefoot

Caroline Barefoot

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“My clients can expect to leave sessions feeling supported and empowered and with practical, concrete steps and tools to help them take the steps to address short and long-term goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Tenisha Mclean

Tenisha Mclean

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a therapist I am here to provide effective quality care utilizing a variety of counseling approaches to mental health combined with transparency, good rapport, in addition to individualized treatment interventions to meet your individual needs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Fulani Doughty

Dr. Fulani Doughty

Therapist

Virtual • Washington, NC


“As people learn more about their strengths and weaknesses, they usually become more accepting of themselves and others and feel more empowered to accomplish their goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Barbara Martin

Barbara Martin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Barbara believes that everyone deserves the same access to services. She feels it is important to meet everyone with the same level of genuine concern and empathy.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisa Early

Alisa Early

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Being here for you during your most vulnerable moments is truly a gift to me. I feel honored to listen and hold space for you so that you can move through whatever is bothering you. My hope is to help you realize your full potential in a space of non-judgment, comfort and healing.

I earned my Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Georgia. From there I started working with Veterans at the VA, which I have been doing for the past 15 years. I specialize in trauma informed care, strengths based therapy and solution oriented care.

Anxiety, Grief or loss

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Hope Williams

Hope Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3779 Vest Mill Road, Winston-Salem, NC

“I use a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help you uncover the path that feels right for you.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Nataki Ganzer

Nataki Ganzer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“For 16 years, I've worked with people from all walks of life—whether in the middle of a mental health crisis, dealing with substance use, or facing life's daily challenges.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Dr. Joshua Curry

Dr. Joshua Curry

Therapist

Virtual • Washington, NC


I would like to say hello. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I genuinely hope whatever struggles you are experiencing become a thing of your past permanently. My name is Dr. Joshua John Curry. I am a licensed, board-certified, drug and alcohol counselor. I have worked in substance abuse treatment for more than twenty years. I have provided clinical treatment in a multitude environments. This includes medication-assisted treatment, medication-assisted detoxification, inpatient and residential, psychiatric hospitals, correctional institutions, and tele-health. I am a believer in deliberate practice. My vast education and professional credentials represent my continued progression professionally: so I am habitually evolving to meet ever-changing needs of patients in my care.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Earlene Kimberly Dunbar

Earlene Kimberly Dunbar

Therapist

Virtual • Oxon Hill, NC


“Her compassionate, client-centered approach ensures that those she serves feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Faheda Rasool

Faheda Rasool

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Throughout my career, I've used primarily CBT, DBT, ACT, and solution focused modalities in my practice along with aspects of family structural therapy and mindfulness based therapy.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Christie Schnur

Christie Schnur

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I want you to leave a session with tools to help you decrease any negative feelings and or behaviors.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Cynthia Burman

Cynthia Burman

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


I believe therapy works best when there is a strong connection between therapist and client. My style is warm, genuine, and direct. I'll offer compassion and support, but I'll also help you recognize patterns that may be keeping you stuck.

As a trauma-informed therapist and EMDR specialist, I create a space where you can be yourself without judgment. Clients often tell me they feel comfortable with me quickly because I show up as a real person—not just a therapist.

I believe healing happens through both insight and action. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Sergio Arenas Velasquez

Sergio Arenas Velasquez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect elimination of bothersome feelings, improved self worth, and improved empowerment to take control of their life.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Energetic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adrienne Wehking

Adrienne Wehking

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With 16 years of clinical experience, I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to adults navigating complex mental health challenges.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Miller

Christina Miller

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m Christina, a warm, down-to-earth therapist who genuinely enjoys getting to know people and understanding what makes them who they are.

I’ve spent more than 15 years working with people in schools, hospitals, community mental health, crisis intervention, and trauma-focused settings. Along the way, I’ve supported veterans, first responders, trauma and abuse survivors, parents, professionals, adolescents, and neurodivergent individuals.

My path into therapy has given me the opportunity to sit with people during some incredibly difficult moments. It has taught me that there is almost always more to someone than what we see on the surface - and that life rarely fits neatly into categories.

I’m interested in the whole picture: your experiences, relationships, strengths, struggles, sense of humor, values, and the things you may not always understand about yourself.

I also believe therapy can be both meaningful and human. There will be serious conversations, but there can also be laughter, honesty, and those moments when something finally clicks.

You don’t have to have an impressive story or a perfect explanation for why you’re here. We can start with wherever life has you right now.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Hester Purcell

Hester Purcell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is a blend of various therapeutic approaches individualized to assist you with finding and staying on the path to a good quality of life.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Katharine Godfrey

Katharine Godfrey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1014 Grandiflora Drive, Leland, NC

“I love working with those dealing with anxiety and finding peace within the panic; helping find comfort and relief by focusing on the things they can control during those times when life seems out of control.”

Anxiety, OCD, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Illyana Massey

Illyana Massey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space where you can be honest, authentic, and fully yourself without fear of judgment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Salmon

Tina Salmon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“For the last 20 years, I've had the privilege of helping clients reduce anxiety, manage stress and burnout, and navigate life transitions.”

Anxiety, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Lippel

Jennifer Lippel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe building a therapeutic relationship with each client is key to developing the person-centered treatment plan that will be able to grow and produce desired outcomes.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Bethany Kahoe

Bethany Kahoe

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I aim to create a comfortable, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely—whether it's working through emotions, life events, or simply venting.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Angel Dean-Moore

Angel Dean-Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Cary, NC


“My counseling is done with compassion, empathy, and respect. I use person-centered counseling to connect with my clients.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Audra Vance

Audra Vance

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My passion is working with people and helping them to be the best they can be. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina and a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina with 24+ years of therapeutic experience. My experience started in Mental Health Clinics, but I have been working in private practice for over 15 years. I help people with a variety of concerns to include stress, anxiety, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

Celeste Ige

Celeste Ige

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an almost ubiquitous experience, affecting individuals across various walks of life. My ideal client embodies this struggle—someone grappling with the relentless pressures and demands of daily living. Such clients often find themselves feeling on edge, unable to quiet their minds, and burdened with a sense of lethargy that paralyzes their motivation. Understanding the intricacies of their experience is crucial to providing the support they need on their journey toward well-being.

Stress manifests in myriad ways, and for my ideal client, it often creates an incessant whirlwind of thoughts that disrupts their peace of mind. These spiraling thoughts can be overwhelming, leading to a cycle of worry and anxiety that is difficult to escape. It is not uncommon for individuals in this state to feel trapped in a never-ending loop of “what ifs,” replaying past events or catastrophizing future scenarios. This overwhelming mental activity can leave one feeling drained and exhausted, reducing their ability to engage meaningfully with life.

Low motivation is another significant aspect of my ideal client's experience. Simple tasks that once felt manageable now seem monumental. The energy that once fueled productivity and happiness is replaced with a fog of fatigue and apathy. This disengagement often exacerbates feelings of guilt and inadequacy, creating a vicious cycle where clients feel even more stressed and demotivated because they perceive themselves as failing to meet their own expectations. The internal dialogue frequently becomes excessively critical, with clients telling themselves they should be doing better or that others are more successful.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Sheena Rymer

Sheena Rymer

Therapist

Virtual • Copperhill, NC


Sheena Rymer, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), received a Master's Degree in Social Work from Valdosta State University in May 2014 and a clinical license in Social Work in September 2019. During that time, she interned and worked at Miller Counseling Services, Pruitt Nursing Home, Mountain Education Charter School, and Fannin County School System. She facilitated groups; provided care consultations and coordinated services for clients both admitted and discharged from the nursing home; and provided individual counseling services. Moreover, Sheena has over five years experience in crisis intervention. Sheena is an active member of School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA), Fannin Children's Fund (FCF), and Social Workers Action Group (SWAG).

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Tesia Paz

Tesia Paz

Therapist

Virtual • Boca Raton, NC


“My style is warm, friendly, and genuine—I create a safe space where you can feel truly heard and be exactly yourself.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Laurie Nicholson

Laurie Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over 20 years of experience within the neurodiverse and autism spectrum community, I bring deep expertise and compassion to every session, fostering a space where you can truly thrive.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Tylette Newkirk

Tylette Newkirk

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“After a session with me, clients can expect to feel heard, supported, and understood. They leave with greater clarity about their thoughts and emotions, practical coping tools, and actionable steps to address challenges.”

Anxiety, Depression, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Cigna,

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