Find a psychiatrist in Sunnyvale, CA — covered by insurance

On Headway, you can browse psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners available in Sunnyvale, review their detailed bios, and book a session directly. Use filters to narrow your search by insurance plan, specialty, availability, and whether you prefer virtual or in-person sessions. Every provider listed is accepting new patients, and many offer a free phone consultation so you can see if they're a good fit before committing.

Your cost depends on your specific insurance plan and coverage details, but your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session. On Headway, once you select a provider and enter your insurance details, we verify your coverage and provide an estimated session cost before you book. You can pay by credit card, debit card, HSA, FSA, or HRA card, or by connecting your bank account. You are charged after your session, not before.

Most psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners on Headway accept insurance. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, and many Optum affiliates. You can enter your insurance plan details on Headway to confirm coverage and see estimated costs for your specific plan and location.

Yes, many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners on Headway offer virtual sessions. When browsing providers, you can filter for those who offer virtual appointments. Most insurance plans cover virtual psychiatry visits, and when you add your insurance details on Headway, we can help confirm whether virtual sessions are covered under your plan.

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who specializes in mental health and can diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, and sometimes provide therapy. A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse with specialized training in psychiatric care who can also diagnose, prescribe, and manage medication. On Headway, you can find both psychiatrists and PMHNPs, and both provider types are fully licensed. PMHNPs may have more availability and can be a great option if you're looking for medication management.

It depends on your insurance plan. Some plans allow you to self-refer to a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner, while others may require a referral from a primary care physician. Check with your insurance provider or review your plan details to confirm. On Headway, you can start browsing providers and enter your insurance information to check coverage before booking.