Find a Cigna Psychiatrist

Medically reviewed by Gabriela Asturias, MD on May 23, 2025
Written by the MiResource team

Cigna Healthcare (now part of The Cigna Group’s Evernorth division) runs one of the largest behavioral-health networks in the country — more than 300,000 in-person clinicians plus 163,000 virtual professionals. This guide will walk you through how to locate a Cigna therapist, understand your Cigna mental health coverage, and book care (virtual or in-office) without guesswork.

  • Nicholas Del Pesco, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

    Nicholas Del Pesco

    Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

    Remote only

    Nicholas Del Pesco is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in undefined, undefined and has been in practice for 13 years. They treat Life Transitions, Depression, Perfectionism.

    Offering individual online counseling for PA residents ages 18 and above.

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  • Yi Duan Low, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)

    Yi Duan Low

    Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Nurse

    2000 South Dixie Highway, Miami, Florida 33133

    Yi Duan Low is a Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in Miami, Florida and has been in practice for 12 years. They treat Social Anxiety, Life Transitions, Career.

    Peace of Mind is your Birthright! You do not have to suffer alone.

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  • Vinay Saranga, Psychiatrist

    Vinay Saranga

    Psychiatrist

    1600 Olive Chapel Road, Apex, North Carolina 27502

    Vinay Saranga is a Psychiatrist in Apex, North Carolina. They treat Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Psychosis, Anger Issues.

    Mental health disorders are unique. In addition to medication management, we offer TMS Therapy and IV Ketamine that can help when nothing else does.

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  • Morgan Rudd, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

    Morgan Rudd

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

    Remote only

    Morgan Rudd is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in undefined, undefined and has been in practice for 8 years. They treat Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family, Life Transitions, Social Anxiety.

    Morgan works from a strengths-based perspective and believes that when given the proper tools, everyone has the ability to grow, to change and to succeed.

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  • Erin Katz, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)

    Erin Katz

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)

    3622 Lyckan Parkway, Durham, North Carolina 27707

    Erin Katz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) in Durham, North Carolina. They treat Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates, Performance Anxiety, Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family.

    I'm deeply committed to maintaining an anti-racist, neurodiversity-affirming, and queer-affirming practice and use a strengths-based approach.

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  • Aviance Rhome-Boroff, Psychologist

    Aviance Rhome-Boroff

    Psychologist

    Remote only

    Aviance Rhome-Boroff is a Psychologist in undefined, undefined and has been in practice for 8 years. They treat Life Transitions, Racial/Cultural Oppression or Trauma, Depression.

    I integrate the social, cultural and spiritual context of each individual so that each person is validated in their unique experience. I'm a therapist wi

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MiResource transformed a complicated, stressful search into a clear and easy process.

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How Cigna Mental-Health Coverage Works

Plan Type Typical 2025 Member Cost* Key Points
Employer & Marketplace PPO/HMO $0–$40 copay for in-network therapy (no separate mental-health deductible) Copay or coinsurance applies after medical deductible (if any)
High-Deductible/HSA 20 % after deductible, then $0–$40 Same coverage, different timing of cost share
Cigna Medicare Advantage $0 virtual mental-health therapy; $15–$40 in-person copay Many plans quote $0 MDLIVE visits

*Always check your own Evidence of Coverage (EOC); employer carve-outs can vary.

Coverage basics

  • Unlimited medically necessary visits. No preset annual cap.
  • One combined medical deductible. Mental health shares the same threshold as doctor visits.
  • Telehealth parity—often $0. Many plans waive the copay for MDLIVE video therapy and psychiatry.
  • No referral required for PPOs and most Open Access HMOs; gatekeeper HMOs may ask for a PCP note.

Types of Mental-Health Providers in network with Cigna

Provider Type What they do
Cigna Therapist / Counselor (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) Weekly talk therapy, stress, life transitions
Cigna Psychologist (PhD, PsyD) Psychological testing, EMDR, DBT
Cigna Psychiatrist (MD/DO) Diagnosis, medication management

Real-Life Use Case: How Maya Found a Therapist That Takes Cigna

Maya, a 33-year-old software engineer in Seattle, felt rising anxiety after a company downsizing. Here’s her 11-day journey:

  1. Day 1 – Portal Login Maya opens myCigna.com → “Find Care & Costs” → “Behavioral Health.”
  2. Day 1 – Smart Match The directory’s SmartMatch recommends five therapists that take Cigna within five miles, each tagged “Accepting new patients.”
  3. Day 2 – Cost Check Using the estimator, she confirms her mid-tier PPO charges $25 per in-office session—or $0 for MDLIVE video.
  4. Day 3 – First Video Visit She books a same-week slot with Jordan Kim, LCSW—an in-network Cigna therapist specializing in CBT for anxiety.
  5. Day 10 – Medication Consult Jordan suggests a low-dose SSRI. Maya schedules a 30-minute tele-psychiatry visit with a Cigna psychiatrist for the next day (also $0).

Total time from search to session: under two weeks, no out-of-pocket cost.


Step-by-Step: Booking Therapy Through Cigna

  1. Log in to myCigna or the Cigna app. Tap Find CareBehavioral Health.
  2. Filter. Choose “virtual” or “in-person,” specialty (trauma, couples, ADHD), language, evening hours.
  3. Confirm cost. Click “Estimate costs” under each listing to see your exact copay or coinsurance.
  4. Book an appointment. For MDLIVE slots, scheduling happens inside the portal. For local offices, call the number listed.
  5. Complete pre-visit forms. Some clinicians send digital intake packets; fill them out to avoid delays.

In-Network vs. Out-of-Network: What to Know

Stay In-Network (recommended) Go Out-of-Network
Predictable copay or coinsurance Pay full fee, then submit for partial reimbursement (PPO only)
Claims filed automatically No reimbursement for HMO/OAP plans
Integrated with your Cigna case-management team Wider choice; useful for niche specialties

If no in-network appointment is available within 10 business days, request a “network deficiency exception.” Cigna may cover an outside clinician at in-network rates under parity rules.


Digital & Telehealth

Platform Services Cost (typical) Who’s Eligible
MDLIVE for Cigna Therapy & psychiatry video visits, 7 a.m.–9 p.m. $0–$40; many plans waive copay Employer, Marketplace, Medicare Advantage
Happify / iPrevail On-demand CBT modules, coaching $0 Most employer plans
Work-Life EAP 3–5 free counseling sessions per issue $0, no claim filed Many fully insured plans

Telehealth sessions count the same as office visits toward visit limits (if any) and deductibles.

Find care for you

Recovery is possible. With early intervention, a supportive community, and the right professional care, you can overcome challenges and build a fulfilling life. We’re here to help you find the support you need.

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