Find a psychiatrist in Amherst, MA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Amherst, MA accepting new patients
Amherst, Massachusetts residents can access therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 436 providers. Whether you're in Downtown, North Amherst, or South Amherst, find the right fit for your needs with free consultations available and appointments as soon as tomorrow.
With over 15 years of nursing experience, my passion for psychiatry began early in my nursing career as I witnessed patients transform their lives through healing, self-discovery, and resilience. It is profoundly humbling meeting someone at their lowest point and having the privilege of walking alongside them as they do the work to become their best selves.
I work with adults ages 18 to 60 from all walks of life, with a special focus on individuals who are often overlooked, misunderstood, or silently struggling. Many of the people I work with appear “put together” on the outside—successful, dependable, and strong—while internally feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or barely holding it together.
I was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts, to immigrant parents from Haiti, and my cultural background plays an important role in who I am as a provider. Being deeply connected to both Haitian and American cultures has given me a broad perspective and a deep appreciation for cultural identity, family systems, and the shared human experience. At the core, struggle looks very similar across cultures—and everyone deserves care that is respectful, culturally responsive, and compassionate.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not like yourself lately? You don’t have to figure it out alone. I’m a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Ivy League trained with experience in outpatient, acute stabilization and consult-liaison psychiatry. I work with adults and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, and other mental health challenges that come with stress, illness, or life transitions.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings, providing comprehensive mental health care across diverse populations. My background includes extensive work in behavioral health emergency settings, partial hospitalizations, IOP, recovery care, community psychiatric care. I also have experience supporting dually diagnosed patients with co-occurring medical conditions, giving me a broad perspective on the complex interplay between mental and physical health.
I earned my PMHNP degree from Post University and hold PMHNP licensure in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Throughout my career, I have remained committed to evidence-based care, while continuously seeking opportunities for professional development and growth in the mental health field.
For ten years, I have worked alongside children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and OCD. My career in pediatric nursing shaped how I see each young person I work with: as a whole child in the context of their family, their school, and their community. Now I am building my psychiatric practice around the children who deserve specialized care from someone who genuinely understands them. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults. I take the time needed to get it right, because every child's situation is different.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a background in pharmacy, giving me a well-rounded perspective on mental health care. I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults, while also supporting older adults. My practice is rooted in compassion, advocacy, and respect for each person’s unique journey.
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I’m Lunie Joseph, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and OCD.
Welcome! I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Serenity Mental Health Services. With 3 years of experience as a mental health NP and 9 years of background as a Registered Nurse, my goal is to provide compassionate, personalized care tailored to your unique journey. I specialize in supporting clients through depression and anxiety, utilizing evidence-based medication management and holistic treatment strategies.
I’m a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) prepared Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who earned my doctorate from Elms College. I have over 10 years of experience in mental health care and nearly 19 years in the nursing field. Throughout my career, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient and community settings. I have experience supporting an treating a wide range of individuals, from young adults to older adults and geriatric patients.
About our psychiatrists serving Amherst, MA
- 99%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 87%ADD/ADHD
- 85%PTSD
- 82%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 87%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 52%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- 98%English
- 6%Spanish
- 5%Haitian Creole
- 5%French
- 3%Swahili
- 89%Online only
- 11%In-person or online
- 78%Woman
- 21%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 93%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 1%Clinical Nurse Specialist
- 97%Individual therapy
- 15%Family therapy
- 6%Couples therapy
- 4%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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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 Amherst
Finding psychiatrists in Amherst starts with knowing whether you need medication support, therapy, or both. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication; therapists provide talk therapy and support. If you are looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, clinical background, and approach to see whether their experience matches what you want help with.
In a smaller city like Amherst, local psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger Massachusetts markets, so virtual appointments can help expand your choices. Psychiatric care often follows a different schedule than therapy, with medication management visits that are usually shorter and less frequent. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Amherst 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 match your needs, accepts a wide range of insurance plans nationally, and shows estimated costs after you enter your insurance details, so you can review bios and book directly when you are 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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