Find a psychiatrist in Fort Wayne, IN — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Fort Wayne, IN accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Fort Wayne across neighborhoods like Downtown, South Side, and Northside. Connect with 62 licensed providers offering in-person and virtual sessions. Headway accepts 70+ insurance plans nationally, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session.
I’m Dr. Michelle S. McBride, DNP, PMHNP-BC, MBA, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Rush University in Chicago, IL. Before obtaining my doctorate, I was a board-certified psychiatric registered nurse, gaining extensive experience across various clinical settings, including inpatient psychiatry, psychiatric emergency services, community behavioral health, and forensic psychiatry (jail-based care).
I am experienced, confident in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including:
- Schizophrenia & Schizoaffective Disorder
- Eating Disorders
- Psychosis
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- ADHD
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- PTSD
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Bipolar Disorders
- Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
- Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED)
Hi, my name is Sara! I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience working alongside individuals as they navigate their mental health journeys.
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Hello! I specialize in women’s mental health, focusing on hormone-related concerns such as PMDD, infertility, loss, pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause. Combining my background as a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I offer a compassionate, holistic approach tailored to each woman's unique experience. I am dedicated to helping women navigate these significant life transitions and hormonal challenges with understanding, support, and effective strategies. If you're seeking expert guidance and empathetic care, I’m here to support you on your journey to wellness.
My name is Joe Nemeth and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I received by doctorate from Rush University in Chicago and have years of experience working with patients who are struggling with their mental health. My practice is focused on medication management of a wide variety of illnesses including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, and more.
About our psychiatrists serving Fort Wayne, IN
- 100%Anxiety
- 97%Depression
- 90%Bipolar disorder
- 90%PTSD
- 79%ADD/ADHD
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%Ascension
- 97%English
- 8%Yoruba
- 3%Hindi
- 2%Igbo
- 2%Punjabi
- 87%Online only
- 13%In-person or online
- 84%Woman
- 16%Man
- 92%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 2%Medical Doctor
- 95%Individual therapy
- 21%Family therapy
- 8%Child or adolescent therapy
- 3%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 Psychiatrist in Fort Wayne
Finding psychiatrists in Fort Wayne starts with understanding which type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists provide talk therapy and may be part of your care as well. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, credentials, and approach so you can choose someone whose training matches what you want to address.
In a mid-size city like Fort Wayne, you may find options near Downtown, South Side, Northside, or other nearby areas, along with virtual appointments that add more choice. Psychiatric care often follows a different cadence than therapy. Medication management visits are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, while some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare psychiatrists, look at appointment availability, whether they offer virtual or in-person care, and any free phone consultation options. Provider bios can also show how they communicate and what to expect in a first visit.
Psychiatric care in Fort Wayne 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 you book. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who are accepting new patients, add your insurance details, and see estimated costs upfront. You can compare bios, review availability, 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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