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 726 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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Philadelphia

Availability updated: 7/10/2026

Often rebooked

Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic

Specialties

Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
+10
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.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Open-minded
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over thirty years of experience helping children, teens, and families navigate life's challenges with insight and compassion. I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Together, we'll build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and work toward meaningful changes that help you feel more balanced and fulfilled. My approach is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices, tailored to your unique needs and goals. Whether you are facing stress, transitions, or relationship changes, I am here to help you find clarity, confidence, and a greater sense of well-being.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Humorous
Warm
Authentic

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
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I have been working in the field of counseling since 2007. Specialties include: Teenagers and young adults with anxiety, depression, borderline personalities, and LGBTQ+. I enjoy the teenage population because they are the most overlooked. I received my LPC license in 2020 after working in the field for 13 years. I have worked in the field of drug and alcohol, private practice, school settings doing wrap-around, and inpatient settings. In my downtime, I enjoy coaching soccer and reffing, along with many other sports, with my 7 kids and 2 grandbabies.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Intelligent
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
+10
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” — Carl Rogers I believe so many of us already have the capacity to become our best selves, but something gets in the way. Past experiences, anxiety, patterns we’ve learned, or ways we’ve had to cope that no longer serve us. I work with children, teens, adults, and parents who feel stuck or held back in some way, and are ready to start understanding why. Together, we look at what’s underneath those patterns and begin to gently remove the things that are no longer helping you grow. My approach is warm, supportive, and real. I want you to feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are, while also helping you move forward in a way that feels more aligned and authentic to you. Therapy isn’t about becoming someone completely different. It’s about coming back to yourself, with more clarity, confidence, and the ability to move through life in a way that feels better. If you’re ready to step into that version of yourself, I’d love to connect.
VirtualAvailable
Direct
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Suicidal Ideation
+10
Many people are unsure how to help their family members or friends that are struggling with mental health or substance use, or where to seek help for themselves. I have spent the last 6 years working in substance use and mental health treatment and have had the privilege of meeting and working with adolescents, young adults, and adults in individual, group, and family settings.
Available
Warm
Solution oriented
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Coping Skills
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in the same patterns? You don’t have to navigate it alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 25 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and families create healthier relationships, manage anxiety, and build emotional resilience. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client’s unique needs. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Ecosystemic Family Structural Therapy (EFST) to help clients better understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected. Together, we identify negative or recurring thought patterns that may be contributing to stress, anxiety, or emotional challenges, and develop practical tools to create lasting change. Whether your child is struggling emotionally, your teen feels overwhelmed, or your family is facing challenges in communication or connection, therapy can provide support, clarity, and effective strategies for growth and healing. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward with confidence. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel difficult, but meaningful change is possible. I look forward to supporting you and your family on that journey.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Grief
Personality Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Do you feel lost on your path? Our life's journey is not always as clear as we would like it to be. We find ourselves in doubt and unsure - sometimes about work or family life or our romantic relationships. As we hurry through life fulfilling multiple roles, we can lose touch with our authentic Self and symptoms of depression may appear. Valleys are a natural part of everyone's life but you do not need to suffer through these alone. I will be here for you, to listen and give you the safe space to figure things out. It is often in the hard times that we grow the most. I am here for you.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Intelligent

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in rural Pennsylvania. I have been in the field for nearly 10 years in multiple roles and environments. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. My approach to therapy is simple, it is about you the client. In therapy we will work on and discuss what you want to work on and discuss. I believe in a client-centered approach that empowers the client to work toward the change that they hope for!
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Authentic
Empowering
Open-minded

Specialties

Child or Adolescent
Foster Care/Adoption
Sexual Abuse
+10
I am a therapist dedicated to helping individuals and families create meaningful, lasting change—especially during some of the most challenging and complex moments in their lives. My work is rooted in the belief that behavior makes sense when we understand the experiences behind it, and that real progress comes from addressing both the “why” and the “how” of change. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, behavioral concerns, and system involvement. Many of the clients I serve have experienced disruptions in attachment, high-stress environments, or significant life events that continue to impact their relationships, emotional well-being, and decision-making. My approach is structured, active, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including attachment-based therapy, trauma-informed care, EMDR, and DBT. I focus on helping clients build insight into their patterns while also developing practical skills they can use in everyday life. I believe therapy should not only be a place to process experiences, but also a space to build tools, accountability, and confidence. I work to create a therapeutic environment that is consistent, supportive, and honest. I balance compassion with clear expectations, helping clients feel understood while also challenging them to grow. Whether I am working with an individual or an entire family system, my goal is to strengthen relationships, improve emotional regulation, and support long-term stability. At Velocity Counseling, the focus is on forward movement—helping clients move beyond survival mode and toward a more stable, connected, and purposeful life.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Humorous
Solution oriented
Direct

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
+10
As a therapist, I strive to provide a supportive, safe space for clients where they can become their best selves and feel validated in their experiences. I hope to help clients gain perspective on their individual situations and create a plan to achieve personal goals. I enjoy throwing in a bit of humor along the way & will meet you where you’re at!
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Warm

Specialties

Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+8
The journey to wholeness begins with one step. While at times the journey can be difficult, the freedom that can be found on the other side makes it all worth the effort. By choosing to find a therapist you have taken that first step. I hold a Ph.D. in Counseling from Loyola University in MD. I have been in practice for close to 20 years now. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ issues, substance use, as well as the general life stressors we all experience in this face-paced, demanding world we live in whether that be work or relationships. I offer individual therapy sessions and am willing to journey with you on your self-defined path to wholeness. I bring a client-centered approach and we will go at the speed you wish to journey.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) located in Pennsylvania. I obtained my Master's degree in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado, and have been practicing for ten years. My areas of expertise include treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I am enthusiastic about helping my clients feel at ease, grounded, and empowered to navigate life's challenges and create the life they desire.
VirtualAvailable
Direct
Open-minded
Holistic

Specialties

Autism
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
+9
I received my master’s degree in counseling in 2011 and have been working as a counselor in higher education since then. I started providing on-line counseling more than 5 years ago and got to perfect that skill over the pandemic. I am the father of three beautiful, intelligent, well adjusted, usually content, sometimes happy, young adults and I hold my job in helping them become good humans as my most valued and important purpose in my existence. I was married to the same woman for twenty-three years, since we were but ourselves emerging adults, and understand that even with friendship, love, and respect this type of partnership has its ebbs and flows; and sometimes relationships are just completed. I understand how difficult the loss of love can be; but also understand that life can be great again after these hardships. I believe in the ability in nature to restore the energy that we constantly give out and always urge people to be outside, to recharge themselves. I am creative and productive and will push my clients to unlock the creative potentials they inside of themselves. I love starting and finishing home improvement projects. I enjoy reading and am passionate about music although I am not musically inclined in the least. I understand that even when we are doing everything "right" and doing the things we love...life can still be difficult. I consider pride myself on the ability to quickly form a therapeutic alliance and maintain positive relationships with my clients to enact the changes they wish to see, get through rough patches, reach goals, or just be "happyish". I am open, honest, friendly, and pretty normal. I will work closely with you to help you solve your own issues as I feel we hold the answers to our own questions.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Warm
Humorous

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Welcome! I'm Tiffany Newkirk. I applaud you taking the first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest - starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and/or self-care. I focus on helping clients develop assertive communication & boundaries with themselves and those around them that can help improve their quality of life. Counseling can foster personal development in whatever way you may be seeking and help build the life you so deeply deserve. If that's what you're looking for, I'm here when you're ready to share. I enjoy working together with clients to help the find peace in their lives. We all encounter struggles throughout our lives and sometimes we need to process our situations with a trusted individual so we can recover and experience the fullness of our lives. Let us start your path to healing.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
I’ve been license in the state of Pennsylvania to practice counseling. I receive my masters degree from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Over the years, I have been involved in helping men develop skills to remain non-abusive worked in substance-abuse treatment and currently enjoy collaborative care with primary care, physicians as well as private practice.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Direct

Specialties

Addiction
Coping Skills
Parenting
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania. I received my masters in Clinical Mental Health from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. I am a doctorial candidate; working towards a PhD in Counseling Education and Supervision. I have been practicing for over 25 years with individuals with a substance use disorder in in-patient facilities, as well as private practice working with children 8 years old through adults; assisting them in becoming the best version of themself with skills to manage their future. The counseling session ultimately belongs to the client...not the counselor.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Holistic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
+9
Brian Richardson, MA, LPC Who Am I? I am Brian Richardson, and I am passionate about helping people overcome the hurdles and obstacles in their life. I believe people can uncover the way forward to their best life, but sometimes need some help on the way. I am well-trained as I hold a National Certified Peer Specialist Certification, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling, and am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am also a National Certified Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor. Who Do I work with? I am passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and elderly in individual counseling with a focus on Depressive and Bi-polar Disorders. How Can You Help Me? My approaches to counseling include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness Meditation, Psycho-Education, and Dual Diagnosis counseling. I use a Rogerian (focus is on you and your experiences) approach towards attaining stable mental health and wellness. I believe an eclectic set of skills are best used to achieve and maintain a high quality of life. These approaches and skills come together in a powerful way: I stay focused on you, your goals, and your path forward. My use of a variety of skills and my training and experience lets me find the most effective tools to help you find the freedom to be the person you want to be.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Open-minded
Warm

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
+8
Hi, I am Sally! Welcome to a new adventure and journey in your life which promises a more rewarding future for yourself! I look forward to meeting you and getting to know to you! Did you know it takes courage and strength to enter therapy? Do you long to be listened to, have your feelings heard and understood without judgment or criticism? How about building your confidence, peace of mind and ability to depend on yourself? Are you interested in improving your ability to balance your academics, social life and personal time? Reconnect to your best self, or discover it for the first time! Learn practical, down to earth ways to build your confidence, manage your time and make the best of your opportunities. Have fun learning and growing. Counseling/therapy does not have to be difficult and painful, but can be eye opening, expansive and energizing. I bring humor, common sense approaches to help you learn to calm down and focus on your priorities. I use my background in yoga, meditation, and relationship building skills to enrich our learning together to discover what best meets your needs.
VirtualAvailable
Intelligent
Direct
Empowering

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
+7
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, and addiction. I take a direct but supportive approach, helping you understand your negative patterns, develop practical coping skills, and build enduring confidence. Through telehealth sessions, I provide a safe, compassionate space to explore challenges, manage stress, and make meaningful, lasting changes in your life.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+10
I work with women navigating life transitions, including changes in relationships, family roles, and health. These experiences can bring anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and the effects of trauma into focus, and can influence how thoughts, emotions, and the body interact. As a yoga teacher and yoga therapist for over 25 years, mindfulness is a natural part of my work and informs how I understand and approach the mind body connection. I integrate mindfulness based stress reduction, mindfulness based cognitive therapy, and somatic therapy into sessions in a way that supports awareness and emotional regulation. My training as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, Florida, South Carolina and Delaware allows me to bring these approaches together in a way that is both clinically grounded and also responsive to your experience.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Warm
Empowering

Specialties

Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
+4
PLEASE BE ADVISED, I CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE EVENING (AFTER 4PM) AVAILABILTY. Welcome, As your counselor, I want to empower you to discover what motivates you. I’m deeply committed to helping individuals live more fulfilling and satisfying lives. I believe each person holds unique strengths, talents, and abilities as well as personal resiliency—my goal is to help you uncover these qualities so you can build a life of purpose and meaning. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life transitions—whether you're experiencing a career shift, marriage or divorce, relocation, educational changes, parenting challenges, or grief and loss. Together, we’ll work to find clarity, confidence, and joy on your journey through this thing we call life! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, and a Certified Co-occurring Disorders Specialist. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Pennsylvania State University and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Shippensburg University. Over the past 17+ years, I’ve worked in a range of therapeutic settings, including family-based therapy, outpatient and intensive outpatient mental health and substance use programs, residential treatment, and private practice trauma therapy. Outside the Office I enjoy being active and being outdoors—walking, hiking, and and spending time with loved ones. I raise and train service dogs, attend dirt track races, meditate, and love cooking and baking. Family and friendship are at the heart of my life, and I find joy in making meaningful memories every step of the way.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Open-minded

Specialties

LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Parenting
+10
I am a psychotherapist with over 17 years of clinical experience. I utilize a relational, person-centered, strengths-based approach, in addition to incorporating mindfulness-based therapeutic techniques. I'm also trained in providing ecotherapy for clients interested in having sessions outdoors, and accessing nature as a part of the therapeutic process. I also incorporate therapeutic journaling and encourage every client to keep a journal during their time in therapy (and beyond).
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+6
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in-person and virtually in the the suburbs of Philadelphia, PA for almost 20 years. I love empowering people to feel more confident and comfortable in their own skin, to embrace who they are and what they offer to others and to experience the peace, joy and freedom that comes with self-awareness. I love that this is the work I get to do everyday!
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Empowering
Authentic
Direct

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+6
Hola! I Bienvenido/Welcome to my practice. I am honored to support you on your healing journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), fluent in both English and Spanish, with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover their inner strength. I hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling from Moravian University and a Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology from the Catholic University of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. As a Latina therapist, I am committed to creating a space that feels culturally responsive and safe. In our sessions I bring a mix of warmth and honesty, paired with evidenced-based approaches all through trauma-informed lens. I am a therapist who believes healing happens when the mind, the soul and body are integrated. My work is grounded in lived experience, extensive clinical training. I worked with kids, teenagers, adults, couples and families in diverse settings such as Outpatient Mental Health Clinics, Dual Drug and Alcohol, and School Based Partial Programs. I have extensive trainings in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Based Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic practices, Spirituality, ACT, Psychodynamic, Person Centered and Integrative/Eclectic. My style is warm, collaborative, and real. My practice is grounded in holistic care, including respect, and service into my therapeutic approach. I believe the therapy relationship matters, and I show up as myself in sessions. Therapy with me is not about fixing you. You were never broken. It’s about helping you feel safe enough to be fully yourself. Together, we will work on building tools that honor your story while fostering the growth you deserve. Outside of therapy, I love being in nature, hiking, working out, and travelling to new places. In addition to this, rooted in my Caribbean heritage, I enjoy the beach, ocean views, sunsets and sunrises.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
+6
Whether you’re navigating new adulthood, freshly single, or seeking a new adventure, we can collaborate to help you overcome the challenges of embracing your new identity. I’m Kaylyn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania with almost 10 years experience in the mental health field. In our therapy room, you can expect transparency and for us to be on equal ground. You’re the expert of your life–I’m here to provide support and present new solutions for the obstacles you encounter. I love watching my clients become proud of who they’ve become through our work together.
VirtualAvailable
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.