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 213 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.
My name is Tia, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of behavioral health experience.
I am passionate about helping clients cultivate greater balance, vitality, and overall well-being in their lives. I have experience working with individuals facing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, disordered eating, substance use disorders, and insomnia. I earned my degree from Hunter College in New York City, where I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based, client-centered care.
I am Franchesca Ali (DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC), a dual certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner & Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing wholistic care to adults. I offer medication management and psychiatric evaluations. My practice specialties include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, insomnia, college mental health, life transitions, and burn-out. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Columbia University, along with a Psychiatric Certification from Hunter College in New York.
Taking that first step toward mental health care can feel like a lot, and I want to make it easier. I offer telehealth appointments in Connecticut, and I bring over three years of community mental health experience to every session. Whether you are navigating anxiety, working through depression, or healing from trauma, I meet you where you are and help you build a plan that fits your actual life. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on what works. I am here to help you move forward, one step at a time.
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,
Welcome to my practice! For the past past 4 years, I have been working as a board certified inpatient psychiatric APRN on an acute behavioral health unit. I have obtained my Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) at University of Saint Joseph. Throughout my experience, I have worked with a multitude of patients with a variety of psychiatric diagnoses including mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and personality disorders.
About our psychiatrists serving Danbury, CT
- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 85%PTSD
- 84%ADD/ADHD
- 79%Bipolar disorder
- 98%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 57%Oxford
- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 3%Haitian Creole
- 2%Hindi
- 2%Igbo
- 93%Online only
- 7%In-person or online
- 80%Woman
- 20%Man
- 93%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 96%Individual therapy
- 17%Family therapy
- 5%Child or adolescent therapy
- 4%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 psychiatrists in Danbury starts with knowing what kind of mental health care you need. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication as part of ongoing care. Therapists provide talk therapy and may coordinate with a prescriber when needed. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, training, and care approach to see whether their experience matches your needs.
Danbury is a smaller city, so local psychiatry appointments may vary by office location, schedule, and availability. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still giving you access to a licensed psychiatrist in Connecticut. Medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, read each bio for details on appointment format, availability, communication style, and whether a free phone consultation is offered.
Psychiatric care in Danbury can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verifies that listed psychiatrists are accepting new patients with your plan, and shows current availability so you can browse profiles, compare fit, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.