Find a psychiatrist in Stamford, CT — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Stamford, CT accepting new patients
Stamford residents can access therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 206 providers. Whether you're in the Harbor Point, Turn of River, or Springdale area, find compassionate care with flexible scheduling and availability within two weeks.
Seeking sparvato patients only at this time
Trust and Care Mental Health Inc. is now offering in-person SPRAVATO® (esketamine) nasal spray treatment for eligible adults struggling with treatment-resistant depression.
Our Fairfield office provides a comfortable, supportive setting where patients can receive treatment under clinical supervision with the required monitoring throughout each session.
If traditional antidepressants have not provided enough relief, SPRAVATO® may be another treatment option to discuss with a qualified provider.
Now accepting referrals and new patient consultations in Fairfield, CT.
Seeking sparvato patients only at this time
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
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’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.
About our psychiatrists serving Stamford, CT
- 99%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 83%ADD/ADHD
- 83%PTSD
- 78%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 60%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 8%Spanish
- 3%Haitian Creole
- 3%Hindi
- 2%Igbo
- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online
- 79%Woman
- 21%Man
- 94%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 96%Individual therapy
- 16%Family therapy
- 7%Child or adolescent therapy
- 5%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 Stamford
Finding the right psychiatrist in Stamford starts with knowing which type of care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy. Both can be helpful entry points, depending on what you want from care. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, credentials, and approach before booking.
Stamford has mental health offices across neighborhoods like Downtown, Harbor Point, Springdale, and Turn of River, but local appointment options may be more limited than in larger cities. Virtual appointments can expand your search while still letting you stay close to your schedule. Medication management visits are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare Stamford psychiatrists, look at availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Stamford can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket cost. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who accept your plan, see estimated costs before you book, and confirm who is accepting new patients. You can review bios, compare virtual and in-person options, 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.
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