Find a psychiatrist in Manchester, CT — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Manchester, CT accepting new patients
Manchester mental health support starts here. Connect with 213 empowering providers across neighborhoods including Parkade and Charter Oak. Headway offers virtual and in-person sessions covered by insurance, with average savings of 75% per session.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their mental health journey. I provide compassionate, individualized care for adolescents and adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health challenges.
My approach combines comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions. I believe treatment should be collaborative—not simply about prescribing medication. I take time to understand your symptoms, experiences, concerns, and goals so that we can develop a treatment plan that makes sense for you.
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.
My name is Tia, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of behavioral health experience.
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.
If you're navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, or any of the many things that can weigh on you, you deserve a clinician who takes your history seriously and works with you — not around you. That's what I aim to be. I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 25 years of experience treating adolescents (12+) and adults, and I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Whether medication is part of the picture or not, my goal is to help you understand what's going on and find a path forward that fits your life.
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,
About our psychiatrists serving Manchester, 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 Manchester
Finding psychiatrists in Manchester starts with knowing which type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication; therapists provide talk therapy and other forms of support. Medication management usually includes an assessment, follow-up visits, and changes guided by your prescriber over time. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties and bio to understand their training, focus areas, and approach to care.
Manchester is a smaller local market, so nearby in-person psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger Connecticut cities. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you search for a psychiatrist who fits your schedule, preferences, and insurance. Psychiatry visits for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people choose to work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, check whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, review appointment availability, and read the bio for details on communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Manchester can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your needs, may accept your insurance, and are accepting new patients. You can compare bios, review virtual and in-person availability, see estimated costs after entering your insurance details, 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.