Find a psychiatrist in Jonesboro, GA — covered by insurance


Top psychiatrists in Jonesboro, GA accepting new patients
Connect with empowering mental health providers in Jonesboro's vibrant communities including Forest Park, Morrow, and McDonough. Headway's network of 245 licensed providers offers flexible scheduling with many available within two weeks, supporting your journey toward wellness.
I am deeply committed to providing compassionate, respectful, and individualized care. I value creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself and feel truly heard.
My background and training have equipped me to use a variety of evidence-based approaches to support mental health and well-being. I believe in working together as a team, ensuring that your voice and preferences are always part of the decision-making process.
Above all, I am here to support you in a way that feels approachable, practical, and aligned with your personal goals.
My name is Jessica Harrison. I am a doctoral prepared, dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
I have an extensive medical background that includes primary care, urgent care, internal medicine and hospital medicine. My psychiatric experience includes substance abuse, eating disorders, crisis stabilization, and outpatient services caring for individuals with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, women's mental health, and bipolar disorder II.
Hi there, I’m glad you’re here. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Consultant (CEDS-C), I support teens and women in managing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and emotional overwhelm so they can feel grounded, confident, and healthy again. Reaching out for support is a brave step, and I respect the strength it takes to start this journey.
I’m Kiara, a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I specialize in working with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and life stressors. My background includes years of nursing in emergency, psychiatric, and behavioral health settings, which helps me understand clients from both a medical and mental health perspective. I create a supportive, respectful space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered in their healing.
I am a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized mental health care. I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and respected. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, supportive, and collaborative, where you can explore challenges openly and move toward greater clarity, stability, and confidence at your own pace.
My clinical experience spans a wide range of psychiatric and co-occurring conditions, including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related concerns, ADHD, substance use disorders, and personality-related challenges. I take a thoughtful, balanced approach to treatment, integrating psychopharmacology with psychotherapy-informed care, lifestyle optimization, mindfulness, and holistic strategies to support both symptom relief and long-term resilience.
I help by meeting you where you are. I take time to understand your story, your goals, and what truly matters to you. Together, we create a treatment plan that feels realistic, respectful, and aligned with your life. You are never reduced to a diagnosis in my care — you are seen as a whole person with strengths, experiences, and potential.
I am a dual certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in tandum with medication management. I strive to help individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to find balance in their daily lives. Many of my clients experience anxiety, depression, mood instability, ADHD, trauma-related symptoms, or life transitions that feel difficult to manage alone. You may be seeking clarity, emotional stability, improved focus, or relief from symptoms that are impacting your relationships, work, or sense of self. I understand fully and will be there with you every step of the way!
About our psychiatrists serving Jonesboro, GA



- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 90%PTSD
- 88%Bipolar disorder
- 81%OCD

- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 63%United Healthcare

- 98%English
- 3%Spanish
- 3%Igbo
- 2%French
- 2%Haitian Creole

- 81%Online only
- 19%In-person or online

- 90%Woman
- 11%Man

- 92%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

- 97%Individual therapy
- 19%Family therapy
- 9%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%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 Mental Health Psychiatrist in Jonesboro
Finding psychiatrists in Jonesboro starts with understanding the type of care you want to book. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. Psychiatric care often includes medication management, which means reviewing symptoms, discussing how care is going, and adjusting the plan when appropriate. People often look for this kind of support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or related concerns. Both therapy and psychiatry can be valid starting points, depending on your needs.
In a smaller city like Jonesboro, the number of local psychiatry appointments may be more limited, so virtual care can expand your options beyond nearby offices. Medication management visits are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, which can make appointment timing, availability, and format especially important. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people choose to work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, read each psychiatrist’s bio to understand their specialties, appointment style, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.
Psychiatric care in Jonesboro 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 search psychiatrists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, are accepting new patients, and match your preferences for care format, availability, and focus areas. You can browse profiles, compare 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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