Aetna Therapists in Virginia

Accessing therapy covered by Aetna insurance can simplify and reduce the cost of therapy, helping you find therapist that fits your budget. With 434 verified therapists in Virginia 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.

Availability updated: 6/30/2026

Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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Life can feel overwhelming when stress, anxiety, or life challenges begin to affect your relationships, work, or sense of well-being. I am passionate about helping individuals explore emotional and behavioral wellness while strengthening the connection between mind and body. With nearly 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in hospitals, schools, nursing homes, and outpatient settings, I have supported many people through life’s challenges. I work with adults and teens who are experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, trauma, or emotional difficulties. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their concerns and developing healthier ways to cope and move forward.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Parenting
Women's Issues
For 11 years, I’ve helped people stop living on autopilot and start living with intention. I specialize in anxiety, stress, and Christian counseling, guiding clients who are ready to confront the patterns that keep sabotaging their peace. My work goes beneath the surface into the subconscious beliefs and habits that quietly shape your life so you can finally bring them into the light, break them, and rebuild from a place of clarity and strength. I don't want you to just cope. I help you design the version of yourself you were always meant to become.
Available
Empowering
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Parenting
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Hello!!! I'm a Christian Psychotherapist, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Miami, Florida. I received my Masters from the Florida International University in 2002 and have been practicing for 6 years. I assist young adults struggling with life choices, couples with relationship issues, family unit to function correctly, single parent with parenting skills all with biblically values. Individuals that suffer from anxiety, depression, or low motivation for the things that create a rich and meaningful life.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Solution oriented

Specialties

Mood Disorders
ADHD
Anxiety
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Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia. I received my Masters degree in Social Work form Catholic University in Washington, D.C. I have ben a practicing clinician for more than 15 years. I enjoy working with clients who struggle with and are challenged by their moods and anxiety. They want the better part of themselves to come forward but need encouragement and guidance to achieve their goals.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Empowering
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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Greetings my name is Sandra Robertson Muhammad. I have been providing mental health/psychotherapy services for fifteen years. I aim to provide a trusting, supportive therapeutic environment for the healing process. So if you're feeling sad, anxious or even overwhelmed and need support for change communication is key-let's talk about it. Communication is key-let's talk about it. Remember overall health includes mental health.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
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I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the states of Florida, Virginia, Illinois and Massachusetts , with experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore yours thoughts and emotions. I use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness based techniques. I am passionate about supporting clients through times of change and personal growth.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Solution oriented
Direct
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Military/Veterans
Trauma and PTSD
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a honorable combat military veteran. I’m nearing completion of my Doctor of Education in Community Care and Counseling with a specialization in Traumatology and have earned the following degrees: Master’s degree in Professional Counseling, Master’s degree in Human Services Counseling, and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a concentration in Public Relations. I have a multitude of experience in community and clinic settings having engaged in therapeutic day treatment, intensive in-home, parenting aid, mentoring, crisis intervention, crisis stabilization, and outpatient therapy services along with substance abuse counseling. My counseling philosophy focuses attention on your present and future. I focus on goal-oriented questioning to assist you in moving into a future-oriented direction to help reduce negative thinking and behaviors, increase motivation and resiliency, and become a healthier and happier human being. I take a holistic approach to counseling to help you with a healthy integration of the mind, body, and spirit. I have a unique multicultural approach to therapy due to my extensive travels around the world living in different cultures and understanding dynamic human experiences from various perspectives. I'm especially understanding and culturally sensitive to East Asian cultures. I'm very appreciative of East Asian cultures, beliefs and philosophies having lived in several East Asian countries. Many of my client’s successful therapy outcomes have been attributed to my dynamic and unique life experiences. I provide genuine warmth, honesty, empathy, support, and care to my clients. I’m known as a “skill-builder” and have a strong passion to motivate you and build resilience in your life. I look forward to working with you.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct

Specialties

Addiction
Couples Counseling
Trauma and PTSD
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Hello, my name is Robert. If you are like other people and feeling the pressures of everyday life then the stress from the cares of attempting to live a normal life are working overtime. The pace today is more hectic. People need help. Everyone deserves a safe place and a stable environment. I find the most effective ways to help people feel comfortable with therapy is a welcoming attitude with curiosity about their experiences that have brought the person into the session. My approach is to build a strong therapeutic alliance, provide acceptance, and focus on the present moment without judgment to help people gain the skills for managing complicated situations. Clients have often stated the experience was easy to discuss their issues without worry and they felt non-judged regardless of the situation. We will work together to discover what works, promote healing the whole person, and help understand the dynamics of existing relationships to choose to respond in a rational way to master life to the greatest extent possible. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you’re making the right choice. In our sessions together I’ll meet you with compassion and with evidence-based strategies so you can build resilience, and stability to find the supports you need.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented

Specialties

Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
+9
Hello 😊 I’m a Licensed Clinical Social based in Baltimore, Maryland. I provide a unique approach to effectively decrease the prevalence and incidence of mental illness, emotional disturbance, and social dysfunction. It is my mission to make mental health more approachable & tangible. My clinical practice is focused on lowering mental health stigma, providing clinical treatment, and encouraging everyone to achieve their optimum level of wellness.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
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I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Virgina. I am completing my Ph. D. in Psychology and Counseling with an emphasis in trauma and crisis. I have facilitated therapeutic practices with children through geriatric clients in my 30+ year career. I enjoy working with veterans, women's and men's conflicts, couples, and those diagnosed with developmental disabilities (ID/DD) as long as they can be responsive via telehealth. Please contact me for a consult.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Empowering

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Life Transitions
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My name is Jennifer Bailey, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Drama Therapist. I help clients identify and pursue the goals that lead to a life filled with meaning, pride, and contentment. Now, you may be wondering: “What exactly is a Registered Drama Therapist (RDT)?” Simply put, it means I integrate elements of theater and creative expression into the therapeutic process. With me, you have options. You might choose a traditional talk-therapy session to explore your thoughts, emotions, and goals. Or, if words don’t feel like enough, you might try something more experiential—writing, movement, role-play, or even reimagining and practicing conversations that keep replaying in your mind. Talk therapy is a powerful tool for growth, but sometimes it takes more than words to truly process what’s happening inside. That’s where creativity can open new doors. Whether through conversation, movement, sound, or artistic expression, I provide a space where you can choose what feels most healing and helpful. I would be honored to support you—whether that’s working toward personal goals, processing difficult emotions, or making positive and lasting changes in your life.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
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**My hours are early, 6 am-1130 am EST t-f, mondays and Wed are later times** Hello! I'm Robert, and I want to commend you for taking the courageous step towards bettering yourself through therapy. As a licensed therapist in Arizona and Virginia with 6 years of professional experience, I have had the privilege of working with individuals facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, complex trauma, PTSD, and life changes. My approach is rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, ensuring that every client feels valued and understood.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Open-minded
Direct

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
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Hello, I am a Clinical Psychologist with over ten years of experience helping individuals of various ages to overcome a wide range of diagnoses and mental health struggles including anxiety, depression as well as grief and trauma. I have done so in a number of settings including my own private practice, hospitals, schools and community health centers. I am grateful Growtherapy gives me the opportunity to be able to help individuals such as yourself.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I am a trauma-informed, skills-based therapist who helps adults move from feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck to feeling more grounded, regulated, and in control of their lives. My work is grounded in evidence-based approaches including CBT and DBT, with a strong focus on practical tools, emotional regulation, and real-life change—not just insight. I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, stress, and mild to moderate substance use concerns, especially those who want structure, clear goals, and strategies they can actually use between sessions. What makes my approach different is that I focus on helping clients build real-time skills for real-life moments, so progress isn’t just something you talk about in therapy—it’s something you can feel in your day-to-day life.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
+9
Hi there! I am Stephen Kovacs a licensed clinical social worker with 5 years of experience helping adults who feel constantly “on edge” from anxiety and panic—always braced for the next shoe to drop, even when life looks fine from the outside. I’m licensed as an LISW-CP in South Carolina and an LCSW in North Carolina and Virginia and practice predominantly in the evenings via telehealth. My focus is on high-responsibility adults who are tired of living in survival mode: racing thoughts, worst‑case scenarios, physical symptoms like a racing heart or tight chest, and the burnout that comes from holding everything together for everyone else. Together, we’ll slow things down, make sense of what anxiety and panic are doing in your body and your life, and build concrete tools to manage spirals, reduce avoidance, and feel more in control day to day—not with fluffy advice, but with step‑by‑step, doable changes.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
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My practice is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s most complex struggles—including trauma, substance use, and difficult life transitions. Having spent time working extensively in school settings, I bring a deeply grounded, versatile perspective to therapy, along with an acute understanding of family dynamics and systemic pressures. I bring that same clinical rigor, warmth, and specialized insight to my work with adults, offering a dedicated and compassionate space for clients of all ages to heal and grow.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
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Hi, I’m Stasia Manak. I’ve spent over 9 years working alongside people as they face life’s challenges—whether it’s trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, grief, or just feeling lost. I work with teens and adults (13+) and believe in building a strong, collaborative relationship in therapy. My goal is to help you feel more comfortable, confident, and grounded in your life, one step at a time.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded

Specialties

LGBTQ
Parenting
Women's Issues
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My name is Maria. I have been practicing therapy for 21 years. I have worked in a variety of settings such as, a hospital emergency room seeing individuals struggling with mental health issues. I have also work with children and adults. I feel privileged to have you allow me into your life and share your experiences and struggles with me.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Intelligent
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
LGBTQ
Self Esteem
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Dr. Jones graduated with her doctorate in clinical psychology in 2014 from the Adler School of Professional Psychology and has over 15 years working in the mental health field. She has a Masters of Counseling degree and began her career working with survivors of domestic violence and their children. Dr. Jones then transitioned to working with the Department of Child and Family Services where she served as a therapist for foster children who were battling trauma and the effects of placement in several foster homes. She also had the opportunity to provide parenting classes to those interested in being foster parents as well as parent training for current foster parents and parents interested in reunited with their children. Dr. Jones has experience aiding couples and families resolve relational issues. She has over 11 years of experience treating individuals with anxiety, depression, maladaptive personality traits, trauma, identity concerns, anger issues, and addictions. She has also worked extensively with individuals who have struggled with criminogenic factors, incarceration or families of those incarcerated.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
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I have over 25 years of experience working with teens, adults, families, and couples in multiple community-based settings and agencies. I have been a licensed therapist since 2016 and I hold an Ed.S in counseling from Hampton University. I employ a holistic approach, incorporating several research-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I draw from evidence-based practices to help reduce emotional stress and build resilience, while ensuring you feel truly seen, heard and supported. Reach out today to start the journey. Let’s work together to help you find the balance and peace you deserve.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
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My name is Amber (#TheUrbanConsciousTherapist) I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical, graduating from Morgan State University with my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s and a Doctorate degree in Social Work. I have experience supporting and working with children, adolescents, and adults who have encountered crises and trauma(s) and those dealing with depression, anxiety, high stress, transitions, grief, relationship problems, women’s issues, and race-gender schema (Strong Black Girl/Woman expectations).
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Intelligent

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
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I am Kaneka Hall, a licensed clinical social worker. I have over 13 years of experience in various settings and various populations including military/veteran, children, adults as well as the geriatric population in community and hospital settings including long-term care/nursing homes. I specialized in disorders such as anxiety, depression and ADHD as well as situational challenges such as family conflict, relationship and peer challenges, life transitions, and religious and cultural challenges.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing telehealth services in Arizona, California, South Carolina, and Virginia. I offer individualized, evidence-based outpatient psychotherapy designed to support each client’s unique needs and goals. My clinical experience includes working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and attention-related concerns such as ADD/ADHD. I strive to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space where clients can openly explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. My approach is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on helping individuals develop insight, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with their inner strengths and resilience. Together, we work to identify meaningful goals and develop a personalized treatment plan that supports lasting growth and change. In my work, I value a whole-person approach to wellness, recognizing the strong connection between mental, emotional, and physical health. I encourage clients to consider how factors such as stress, lifestyle habits, self-care practices, and nervous system regulation influence overall well-being. Integrating these elements into therapy can help clients build sustainable strategies for managing challenges and improving quality of life. My goal is to support you in growing through life’s challenges, healing from difficult experiences, and moving toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. I am committed to being responsive, supportive, and accountable throughout the therapeutic process while fostering an environment that is inclusive, respectful, and affirming of all identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+10
Hi! My name is Hope. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Virginia. I received my Masters from Virginia Commonwealth University and have been practicing around 20 years. Are you feeling stuck and like you need to make changes in your life to be happier and more fulfilled? Do things feel out of balance with your relationship with yourself and others? Do you find it harder to be kind to yourself than a stranger? I have experience in helping teen and adult clients, often going through major life transitions. With a goal to better manage stress and anxiety, work through relationship conflicts, improve motivation, and self esteem. We'll address your whole self, mind, body & spirit, to find a balance through cognitive therapy, as well as mindfulness, encouraging yoga and artistic expression to better know yourself. I strive to be unbiased and am comfortable working with people from all backgrounds. My work experience is varied across many settings, as I have provided individual, family and group therapy in community mental health agencies, residential treatment facilities, county jails and private practice within a group and solo. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling life and to take the first steps towards needed change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
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Hi, I'm Taylor. I'm so glad you're here. It’s no small thing making the decision to sign up to talk to a stranger about the overwhelming and very often draining circumstances that you’re in. I want to highlight how much being on this site, and looking through profiles is such a significant step toward your mental health goals. Anxiety and improving self image are at the core of my work. I focus on helping clients develop flexible thinking and self-compassion — practical tools that help you step away from self-criticism and patterns that keep life feeling heavy. The goal of this work isn't about becoming a perfect version of yourself. It's about learning to navigate life's challenges with greater flexibility, confidence, and self-understanding.
VirtualAvailable
Frequently asked questions

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

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.