Find a psychiatrist in Saint Petersburg, FL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Saint Petersburg, FL accepting new patients
Seeking mental health care in Saint Petersburg? Headway offers free intake consultations with providers throughout the city, including neighborhoods like Ybor City adjacent areas and downtown districts. Connect with 1,223 licensed providers for talk therapy or medication management, with many sessions covered by insurance.
Monique Cuthbertson
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • St. Petersburg, FL
Hi! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a graduate degree from Wilkes University. I have experience working with adults in multiple settings facing various complex mental health issues, including Bipolar Disorder, trauma, depression, and anxiety.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed in both California and Florida. I work with children, adolescents, and adults across a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, PTSD, sleep disorders, and substance use concerns.
I have a particular interest in supporting individuals with treatment-resistant depression and anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, panic symptoms, trauma-related conditions, and LGBTQ+ mental health. My approach is thoughtful, inclusive, and individualized—focused on helping each person find the treatment plan that works best for them.
Tara Payne is the owner and founder of Payne Influential Mental Health. She is a board-certified
Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner (PMHNP). She obtained her Master of Science in
Nursing from the University of South Alabama. Tara has been a Registered Nurse for almost 20
years in which she has been devoted to helping and treating patients with a variety of conditions.
She has specialized in critical care, mental health, and several other acute care specialties. Tara is a Perinatal Mental Health provider through PSI (Postpartum Support International) as well as a Trauma Certified provider. Tara has learned how vital mental health is when it comes to treating a patient as a “whole” person. This has driven her passion to help serve the mental health community and those in need of mental health management.
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If you are seeking an alternative to traditional psychiatric care — especially after feeling broken, unheard, or powerless — I want you to know that change is possible. Life can feel like turbulent waves, and surface-level symptom reduction is rarely enough. Together, with or without medication, we will explore how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact, helping you replace external control with inner direction and discover the calm beneath the waves. My goal is to guide and empower you until I am no longer needed.
I am Dr. De Jesus Rivera, medical director at Self Improvement Psychiatry. We specialize in top notch, personalized, psychiatric services through telemedicine. I do a in depth evaluation without you feeling rushed. Together, we come up with a treatment plan that you feel comfortable with. We also have a HIPAA compliant texting system for easy communication and timely responses should any problems arise in between appointments.
Hi, I’m Yen, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is truly passionate about helping people feel seen, heard, and supported. My journey in healthcare began many years ago as a Medication Technician and CNA, where I learned the importance of patience, compassion, and meeting people exactly where they are. I later earned my Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, became a Registered Nurse, and ultimately pursued my calling as a PMHNP.
These experiences have shaped the way I care for others. I understand that every person’s story is unique, and my goal is to walk alongside you with understanding, warmth, and respect. Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, depression, or simply seeking a space to feel grounded again, I’m here to support you and your family on your path toward healing and emotional well-being.
Great to Meet you!!! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, patient centered care in a safe and supportive environment. I work collaboratively with each individual to understand their unique experiences, goals, and challenges.
I’m Michael Stoneking, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner offering psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults through telehealth in Florida. I help adults experiencing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma-related symptoms, mood concerns, and sleep difficulties. My background in critical care nursing informs how I consider both physical and mental health. I want you to feel comfortable asking questions, discussing concerns, and taking an active role in your care.
Mental health is apart of us all! Jessica Herron is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. She started her career as a registered nurse on a progressive coronary unit at age of 21, where she learned mental health is at the core of healing. She obtained her masters degree in 2010, specializing in psychiatric care. She has worked many diverse areas: community, inpatient, crisis, dual diagnosis, detox, emergency room; from children to geriatic and dementia related behaviors. Her passion is to lesson the stigma associated with mental health across the lifespan and normalize a bad day. When she is not serving her community, she enjoys time with her husband and 2 young children; the youngest a heart transplant warrior and indulging in a decadent cupcake.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Saint Petersburg, FL
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 95%PTSD
- 90%Bipolar disorder
- 85%ADD/ADHD
- 100%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 95%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 75%Ascension
- 75%Curative
- 100%English
- 20%Spanish
- 100%In-person or online
- 85%Woman
- 15%Man
- 85%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 10%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 5%Medical Doctor
- 100%Individual therapy
- 5%Family therapy
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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 Saint Petersburg
Finding psychiatrists in Saint Petersburg starts with knowing what type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage ongoing medication plans. Therapists focus on talk therapy and behavioral support. Both can be valid places to start, depending on whether you are looking for help with concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management. As you compare options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, experience, and approach match what you want support with.
Saint Petersburg has local psychiatry options across Pinellas County, with nearby access to Clearwater, Tampa, and the broader Tampa Bay area. A local office may work well if commute time, parking, or in-person visits matter to you. Virtual appointments can also expand your options, especially if your schedule changes week to week. 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, so it can help to read each psychiatrist’s bio for details on appointment style, session structure, availability, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.
Psychiatric care in Saint Petersburg can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and match your insurance, location, and preferences. You can review bios, see virtual and in-person availability, get an estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking, and choose a psychiatrist who is ready to take new patients.
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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