Aetna Therapists in Pennsylvania

Accessing therapy covered by Aetna insurance can simplify and reduce the cost of therapy, helping you find therapist that fits your budget. With 829 verified therapists in Pennsylvania accepting Aetna, you can choose from therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy to address concerns like anxiety, depression, or major life changes. Each Grow Therapy-verified provider listed below is open to new clients and has upcoming availability, making it easier to connect with a therapist who meets your needs within the scope of your Aetna plan.

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Availability updated: 9/18/2026

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Warm
Empowering
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Depression
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Hi! I'm Jen Tucker, a licensed mental health counselor who is passionate about serving others. I'm a military veteran and a military spouse. I'm also a wife, mom, and grandmother. I've been through a lot in my life. Most of you have too. After all, you find yourself here looking for something. It is my firm belief that each and every one of us has tremendous potential. We all have unique talents and skills, honed and sharpened through our life experiences. These experiences, while crucial to shaping us, can also leave us hurt, confused, numb, or insecure. It is paramount that we stop along our journey to take stock, address our needs, heal, and refocus. Sometimes, we realize we may benefit from having extra support or guidance through these moments. That is where therapy can help. Throughout my counseling career, I have had the privilege of being able to walk beside clients as they process the past, learn to be comfortable in the present, and get excited for the future. I am certified in trauma and treat clients with a wide range of concerns. Whether you feel ready to dive into therapy, or you are just contemplating the idea, I'd love to hear from you. I am currently accepting video clients for individual therapy. If you aren't ready to make contact, I have some resources available for self-reflection. Check out my blog at NotWavingButDrowning.org or my TikTok @MHMinute, where you'll find videos on a variety of mental health topics.
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Authentic
Direct
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in SC, PA, TN, and NC. I specialize in helping clients and family members with addiction issues, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and PTSD. I also assist clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and can provide relationship and couples counseling as well. I have been practicing for over 10 years and have an empathetic and passionate approach. I love working with all ages however age 10 and above appears to work well for online therapy.
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Empowering
Authentic
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Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
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I am here to help with providing ways to get started in developing a new and happier you. I can offer nine years of very successful counseling experience where I offer comfort, hope, and ultimately progress! I graduated from the University of Alabama with a Master's Degree in Education/Counseling. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, women's issues, ptsd, bipolar, and relationships. Also I can help you overcome rejection, low self-esteem, work issues, anxiety, people pleaser tendencies, living in the past, guilt, addictions, how to stop living your life as the victim, and how to love and accept yourself. I am passionate about helping women struggling with self esteem and victimization. I use evidence based modalities such as CBT and solution focused therapy. I will introduce you to grounding, mindfulness, and deep breathing techniques. I will get you started with proven coping strategies so you can see progress faster. We will begin our journey together as we work in small steps that make sense to you. You will find that I am very easy to work with and every session will be meaningful and helpful. I look forward to helping you to feel better and stronger. Feel free to make an appointment with me in the Grow calendar today.
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Solution oriented
Authentic
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Grief
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Hi, I'm Lori Gephart, a Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania. I received my Masters degree from Duquesne University in 1990 and I have been providing therapy to clients for 36 years. I am here to help you on your journey to feel happy and healthy, cope with stress and become the best version of yourself. I provide a safe place for you to explore issues, identify goals, develop new tools and coping strategies, enhance self awareness and achieve personal growth, leading to a more fulfilling and balanced life. Please note that, per my license, I can only meet with client who are physically located in Pennsylvania at the time of their sessions.
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Solution oriented
Authentic
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Couples Counseling
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD
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Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and have enjoyed being a practicing clinician for over 20 years. I've worked in both in-patient and out-patients settings. I've worked with persons struggling with chronic recurring symptoms, in need of medication management, as well as those who've found life transitions challenging and are in need of guidance. I've enjoyed working with teens, young adults, families in crisis, couples and individuals.
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Solution oriented
Authentic
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Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
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I'm a therapist who uses many different approaches to help clients increase their satisfaction with their personal lives, jobs, and relationships. Using a person-centered approach, the client and therapist work together to better understand and solve the client's problems. I work with the client to obtain positive change in their life. I use many different treatment approaches to help the client reach their goals.
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Empowering
Warm
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Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Sex Therapy
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Hello and welcome to my virtual office. I am eager and excited to meet with you and help to resolve the issues that are creating difficulties in your life. I am a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with 26 years of experience in diverse aspects of therapy. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles related to anxiety, depression, and/or self-care. I focus on helping clients develop assertive communication and boundaries with themselves and those around them to improve their quality of life.
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Authentic
Open-minded
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Addiction
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
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The greatest skill in life: Asking for help. The most successful people have a team to assist in their decision making and managing priorities. I want to be on your team. Fun Fact: I am big on the team mentality because I referee basketball. Refereeing requires an unbiased point of view and thick skin. Ball don't lie. I cast no judgment and I am ready to listen to the good, the bad, and the ugly. I am here for you ! Therapy is a powerful tool during any change of life circumstance because it can be uncomfortable and confusing. This discomfort could surface some negative coping skills. My role is to advocate for your needs, help identify the stressors, and guide you to the best changes necessary to challenge yourself during this trying time. Working in the drug and alcohol field for 10+ years has provided me with the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life relearning how to operate in the world again without previous bad habits (substances, codependency, eating disorders, etc.) Trauma was usually the running theme for most people in addiction. I am experienced with working with clients with PTSD and couples/family work to process and begin the recovery process. *Disclaimer: I cannot take evening appointments until after the fall football season, my apologies.
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Warm
Open-minded
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Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQ
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Hello! I appreciate that you’re taking this step toward finding a therapist you feel will be a good fit for you. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 13 years of experience. For most of this time I have worked with people around issues of depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and relationship/family issues. I am also passionate about working with LGBTQ folks around issues of coming out and self-acceptance. I know that the decision to look for a therapist isn’t always an easy one but, by doing so, you are taking an important first step toward creating change for yourself! I take a down-to-earth, supportive, conversational approach to therapy. I engage in discussion and don’t hesitate to share my own life experience when appropriate. I find that a more personal approach helps strengthen the relationship between me and the people I meet with which, in turn, will help you feel more comfortable being open in sessions. I take this approach because therapy is most successful when a person feels like their therapist understands them and when there is some level of connection. I focus on ensuring you will feel both seen and heard starting with our first session. You will be approached by me with curiosity, interest, and care at all times. At the start of your sessions with me I will ask how you’d like to start that day’s conversation and, if you’re not sure, will support you in discovering what might be important for you to talk about in the moment. I invite you to schedule a first session to see if I am a good fit for what you’re looking for in therapy!
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Solution oriented
Empowering
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ADHD
Anxiety
Family Conflict
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Hello. I have been in human services for 27 years and conducting outpatient therapy for 22 years. I have worked with people in many situations, but most of my experience has been with children and families - mainly preteens and teens. I have a laid back and practical approach to empower clients through maintaining motivation for change and gain self worth.
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Authentic
Warm
Intelligent
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
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You’ve been holding a lot together—and it’s getting harder to keep it that way. I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life or career transitions - but my focus often extends beyond a single hurdle. I also support complex mental health, including dissociative identity and schizophrenia. I'm especially mindful of stressors such as navigating the challenges of a loved one living with hoarding disorder, carrying loss connected to COVID, and layered intercultural or blended family dynamics.
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Solution oriented
Warm
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Autism
Child or Adolescent
Eating Disorders
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My name is Alexandra Sweeney, but I go by Ally. I have been working in the field since 2018. I specialize in children/adolescents, Autism, and Eating Disorders. I like to take a relational approach with therapy: I believe that all relationships whether they are past or present are important in the therapy process. I believe it is important to understand how a person is in their familial, romantic, or platonic relationships and how this impacts the person as a whole. I use the counseling process to foster a healthy relationship and a way to create boundaries and help people be their true self in every relationship.
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Authentic
Holistic
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Eating Disorders
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My name is Vera and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of PA. As a therapist, I have worked in many different settings and have learned much along the way. I strive to meet clients where they are and work collaboratively from there. My approach is rooted in kindness, empathy, and respect. My experience includes family therapy, inpatient eating disorder clinic, outpatient, child therapy and group therapy. I help you find tools that work best for you and help you identify your strengths to move forward in your healing process.
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Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Coping Skills
Hello there! I'm akia, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) , in the state of Pennsylvania, with over two decades of dedicated experience in social work. My passion lies in fostering deeper understanding and awareness among clients regarding their emotions, thoughts, and actions. I firmly believe in the pivotal role of the client-therapist relationship in laying the groundwork for therapeutic triumphs.
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Empowering
Direct
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
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Hi! I'm Michelle. If you are tired of feeing anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or even confused about what to do next… I am here to help. I provide short term therapy that is designed to “lift the weight off your shoulder” within the first session. Many people only choose therapy when they are in crisis and need immediate relief. Together we will identify the source of destress and ways to reduce or eliminate it. This can be done in many ways, but the purpose is to find that way that helps YOU! By using your strengths and resources we will develop an action plan to enable you to use effective coping skills to gain and maintain emotional and mental balance long after you complete treatment. It’s important to know therapy isn’t just about helping you feel better, it’s about helping you Live Better. For the last twenty years, I have devoted myself to enhancing the well-being others. My flexibility has allowed me to engage in a range of positions, both volunteer and work related; thus, heightening my overall experience. I have been committed to empowering individuals with the tools to use their inner strength to overcome those stumbling blocks within.
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Solution oriented
Direct
Empowering
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Child or Adolescent
Couples Counseling
Family Conflict
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I have had the privilege of walking alongside couples and families through some of their most difficult seasons, helping marriages rebuild trust, communication, and emotional connection after deep hurt and trauma. Over the years, I have supported children recovering from the effects of trauma and sexual abuse, guiding them toward safety, stability, and renewed confidence. These experiences have strengthened my commitment to providing compassionate, trauma‑informed care that honors each client’s story. My background in Christian counseling further allows me to support clients who desire faith‑based guidance as they work toward restoration and healing.
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Authentic
Direct
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Addiction
Couples Counseling
Trauma and PTSD
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I have experience assisting adults and couples in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, co-occurring disorders, addiction, intimacy concerns, and personality-related challenges. Utilizing an individualized approach that integrates Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused methods, and trauma-informed practices, I am committed to supporting your healing and personal development according to your unique needs. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) based in Pennsylvania, I draw upon a decade of clinical practice since earning my Master’s degree from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I provide guidance for adults and couples navigating life transitions, symptom management, and experiences of loss, working collaboratively to foster meaningful growth and self-improvement.
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Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Self Esteem
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Hi, I’m Sue Shannon. With over 25 years of experience as an outpatient therapist, I’ve had the privilege of supporting both children and adults through a vast and diverse range of life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in the belief that therapy should be as practical as it is supportive. I’m committed to creating a goal-focused environment where you aren't just heard and understood, but where we work together to build a clear, actionable plan for the future. Whether you're navigating a long-standing hurdle or a new life transition, I bring two decades of insight to help you find your footing and move forward.
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Direct
Empowering
Specialties
ADHD
Parenting
Women's Issues
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Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the mental load of life—constantly juggling expectations, relationships, anxiety, or your identity as a woman, mother, or both? I work with women navigating these complex roles and transitions, especially those dealing with late-diagnosed ADHD, parenting stress, and the emotional realities of postpartum. My personal and professional experiences have shown me how often women’s needs are misunderstood, minimized, or unseen. I strive to be the kind of support I once needed. My belief in therapy is rooted in the understanding that we are always growing and changing. Whether you're facing anxiety, burnout, intrusive thoughts, identity loss, or simply need a space where your feelings are validated, I offer a warm, empowering environment to explore those experiences without shame. I use a blend of cognitive and relational approaches to increase awareness, reshape thinking patterns, and help you reconnect with your sense of self. My goal is to process both current challenges and past experiences to understand how they shape the present and how we can move forward with intention. I believe therapy is not just about managing symptoms, but about rediscovering who you are beneath the expectations. You can be a good parent, a whole person, and someone who takes care of themselves—and in doing so, you model strength, boundaries, and self-worth for those around you.
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Authentic
Direct
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Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
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I SEE YOU, WARRIOR. The one everyone leans on — because they have no idea about the cracks you never show. You’re the get-it-done, make-it-happen woman who shoulders more than most because letting people down doesn’t feel like an option. On the outside, you move through the world with strength and competence. Inside, you’re stretched thin — exhausted, resentful, and quietly wondering, “When is it my turn?” I help women like you finally put down the armor without losing their power. My approach blends psychology, neuroscience, and energetic law into a grounded, no-BS process that actually works. This isn’t about just coping. It’s exploration & excavating — keeping what fits and rewiring what doesn’t. — LPC | 27 Years Experience | Anxiety, Boundaries & Women’s Issues | Weekly Openings Mon/Thurs
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Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Women's Issues
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Hello! I'm so glad that we are crossing paths. Making the decision to start therapy or change providers can be difficult. Change is hard and scary but you're here. It is my biggest hope that you connect with someone who works well with you and that you get some relief from the therapeutic process. Let me tell you a little about me so that you can decide if I will be a good fit for you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience in mental health care. I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, agencies and private practice. I graduated with my Master's degree from Loyola University of Chicago in 2001 and a Bachelor's in Psychology from the university of Chicago in 1994. I use predominantly psychodynamic and narrative approaches to therapy in order to help understand the roots of your issues, discover thought and behavioral patterns that aren't working for you, and build new patterns that will work better. I help with building coping skills and use analogies and metaphors to simplify problems. I'm also known to use humor.
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Anxiety
Depression
Spirituality
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Hello and welcome! Slow down and turn inward with me, if you'd like, moving beneath surface thoughts into the deeper layers where lasting change begins. Rather than staying in your head, we’ll bring gentle awareness to your body and emotions, exploring what arises at the edge of your comfort zone — like in yoga, where growth happens at the stretch point but never with force. This is a safe, compassionate space for you to feel, notice, and work with what’s ready to shift. My approach is both deep and gentle, helping you access and release what has long been held so you can live with more ease, presence, and wholeness.
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Authentic
Empowering
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Chronic Illness / Medical Issues
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
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Hello, Please know that I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental environment for you where you will find your voice and tell your story, for which you are the expert. Thank you for sharing information about yourself. I'm delighted that you've reached out for help. I am Dr. P. Myria Bailey Whitcomb. I hold an LCSW license in Pennsylvania, a Master of Divinity, and a Doctorate in Pastoral Counseling. I have 11 years of experience in the field, holding a diverse range of positions, including Hospice and grief. I strive to be a well-rounded practitioner who can meet my clients' needs to live a holistic life of wellness and gratitude.
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Warm
Humorous
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
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At the heart of my practice is human connection. I want therapy to feel like a genuine conversation with someone who gets it—not like you’re sitting across from a clinical research paper. I love to laugh with my clients, talk about the real stuff, and create a space where you never have to worry about being judged or saying the “wrong” thing. I’m a human being, too, and I believe that sharing parts of myself when it’s helpful can make therapy feel more comfortable, relatable, and real. My hope is that you feel safe enough to be completely yourself with me. Maybe you’ll cry. Maybe we’ll laugh. Maybe you’ll have an “aha” moment, or maybe you’ll simply leave feeling like you finally got something off your chest. I want therapy to be something you actually look forward to—not another obligation on your calendar. My goal is for you to leave each session feeling a little lighter, a little more understood, and a little more hopeful about yourself and your future. Therapy is self-care, but it’s also connection. And sometimes, you just need a real person sitting across from you saying, “Yeah…that’s really hard. Let’s figure this out together.”
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Authentic
Empowering
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Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
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Hi, I'm Ayesha, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of experience helping individuals navigate some of life's most challenging moments. First, I want to say congratulations on taking this step. Reaching out for support takes courage, and I am here to make sure your journey is meaningful, empowering, and uniquely yours. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Whether you are going through a major change, feeling stuck, or carrying the weight of past experiences, I am here to walk alongside you with patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to your growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in active listening. I believe that feeling truly heard is one of the most powerful parts of the healing process, and I work hard to create a space where you feel safe to be honest and open without fear of judgment. When we are working through something difficult, you can count on me to be calm, present, and fully in your corner. Sessions with me are a space for you to reflect, process, and build the tools you need to move forward. I tailor my approach to what works best for you because no two people are the same and no two journeys look alike. Outside of my work I am passionate about volunteering in the community, health and fitness which keeps me grounded and connected to the human side of this work. I look forward to supporting you!
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Frequently asked questions

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in Pennsylvania. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Pennsylvania from Pittsburgh to Scranton! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Pennsylvania.

Yes! If you use Aetna you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have Aetna you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.