Find a psychiatrist in Danbury, CT — covered by insurance


Top psychiatrists in Danbury, CT accepting new patients
Access therapy and medication management in Danbury through Headway's network of 195 providers. Whether you're in Downtown Danbury, West Side, or South Danbury, find compassionate care with flexible scheduling and free initial consultations. Insurance coverage available to maximize affordability.
Great to meet you! I am a DNP-prepared, dual-certified Psychiatric and Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years in healthcare. I specialize in helping adults and adolescents navigate complex mental health journeys, from daily management to high-acuity needs. My approach is rooted in holistic, evidence-based care, tailored specifically to you. I take the time to listen, working collaboratively to create a stable, supportive environment where you feel empowered. Whether we are focusing on medication management or therapeutic support, my goal is to help you feel grounded, heard, and in control of your well-being.
I am a doctorate prepared dual diagnosed Family nurse practitioner in Connecticut since 2016 and Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner since 2022. I have extensive experience in management of Anxiety, depression, ADHD, and diagnosis and symptom management of Autism spectrum disorder. I am excited to work with new and diverse individuals. I have a culturally sensitive, humanistic, approach to care. Additionally, I offer evening appointments.
I am Stanley Okeyemi, the founder of Brighter Light Behavioral Health Services. I am currently licensed as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in Texas, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Washington, North Carolina, Nebraska, Virginia and New York. I have been working in the mental health industry for 16 years, but licensed as a PMHNP for four years, with a vast amount of experience and affiliations with over 40 hospitals/clinics combined across the USA
Nick Stanzione, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a comprehensive background in both inpatient psychiatry and outpatient mental health care. He earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Fairfield University, where he received advanced training in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and holistic psychiatric care. With years of experience as a psychiatric RN and clinical leader, Nick approaches treatment with empathy, clinical precision, and a strong emphasis on patient collaboration. He works with adults across the lifespan, tailoring care to meet each individual’s needs. Nick is committed to reducing stigma, improving access to care, and supporting long-term mental wellness through evidence-based, person-centered treatment.
Janet “Jan” Yager is a board certified nurse practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience in psychiatric, adult, and family health. After earning her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from Stony Brook University, Jan took special interest in the disconnect between physical and mental health services. With a desire to provide a bridge between these aspects of care,
Latrica Conner is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Latrica completed her master’s degree in nursing at St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing specializing in their psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program. Latrica has over 20 years experience working in the mental health field.
Life can be very tough at times, yet with available resources and support you can get through it. Are you diagnosed with or seeking a diagnosis and treatment of a mental health disorders? Are you struggling with substances use addictions? Are you struggling with family difficulties, work place related stress, maintaining strong family and friendship ties? Are you parent of or a person diagnosed with ID/DD? My varied skill set and work experiences as both a mental health nurse practitioner and clinician will be strong assets to you. Let's work together to get through this.
About our psychiatrists serving Danbury, CT



- 98%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 85%PTSD
- 85%ADD/ADHD
- 78%Bipolar disorder

- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 59%Oxford

- 98%English
- 9%Spanish
- 3%Haitian Creole
- 2%Hindi
- 2%Polish

- 92%Online only
- 8%In-person or online

- 78%Woman
- 22%Man

- 93%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 7%Medical Doctor

- 96%Individual therapy
- 14%Family therapy
- 6%Child or adolescent therapy
- 3%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions


Find the right psychiatrist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Danbury
Finding the right psychiatrist in Danbury, CT starts with understanding the type of care you need. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and in some cases provide therapy. Psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) can also evaluate, diagnose, and prescribe medication. Both provider types are available on Headway. If you're looking for help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or medication management, a psychiatric provider may be the right fit.
Danbury and the surrounding Fairfield County area have a range of mental health providers, but finding one who accepts your insurance and has availability can take time. Consider what matters most to you — whether that's a provider who specializes in a specific condition, someone who offers virtual appointments, or a prescriber near your neighborhood. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their background and approach before you book.
Psychiatry sessions in Connecticut can be expensive out of pocket. Using your in-network benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce your costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans. Enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm what coverage is available in Danbury and to see estimated session costs before you book.
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