Find a psychiatrist in Boston, MA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Boston, MA accepting new patients
Boston residents can connect with 431 empowering providers through Headway across neighborhoods like Cambridge, Dorchester, and Roxbury. Many providers offer free intake calls and work with insurance to help you focus on your care without worrying about costs.
I am a Board Certified Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse with 20 years of experience. I treat a variety of mental health disorders such as Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, as well as others. I treat clients from ages 6 years old and aboves.
Taking the first step toward seeking mental health support is meaningful, and I’m glad you’re here. I’m a dual certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner with a treatment focus on OCD, anxiety and depression. I aim to create a space where you feel understood, supported and empowered in your care.
I am a board-certified, Harvard-trained psychiatrist providing psychiatric evaluations, medication management and therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I treat a wide variety of mental illness, and I specialize in helping individuals with ADHD, depression, anxiety, autism and those who are gender-diverse or other LGBTQ+ individuals.
I’m a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) providing psychiatric care for adults in Massachusetts, both in person and via telehealth. I specialize in medication management and psychiatric evaluations for anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD/trauma, and bipolar disorder, interpersonal stressors, and overall life changes that make it hard to manage everyday responsibilities.
Seeing Patients in MA and NH. About me, For YOU! I'm a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and a Board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. My current specialty is treating patients with anxiety, depression and PTSD. Opioid use disorder with suboxone. As a provider I like to collaborate with my patients as to their desires and the direction they want to take on their journey to wellness. I like to take a conservative approach. In addition to any medications that may be prescribed, therapy is encouraged to all patients. I believe in mindfulness, exercise, and behavioral therapies.
We all face challenges and difficulties in our lives. While we generally cope, there are times when emotional distress needs informed guidance. Depression, anxiety, and other behavioral issues are real illnesses. That's where a professional such as myself can step in to guide you through recovery to wellness. I graduated from Harvard Medical School and trained at the University of Pennsylvania. I work as your partner to explore your needs, wishes, fears, and pain, We will develop a plan of treatment and recovery. Together we will help you move to a better place.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Boston, MA
- 100%Depression
- 96%Anxiety
- 96%PTSD
- 92%ADD/ADHD
- 88%Stress management
- 100%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 96%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 60%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- 92%English
- 12%Igbo
- 8%Twi
- 4%French
- 4%Haitian Creole
- 100%In-person or online
- 76%Woman
- 20%Man
- 4%Non-binary
- 92%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 4%Clinical Nurse Specialist
- 4%Medical Doctor
- 100%Individual therapy
- 16%Family therapy
- 12%Child or adolescent therapy
- 8%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 Boston
Finding psychiatrists in Boston starts with knowing what kind of care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication as part of your care. Therapists provide talk therapy and may work with you on concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, or life changes. Some people start with a therapist, some start with a prescriber, and some work with both. As you compare options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want support with.
Boston has many psychiatry options across neighborhoods like Back Bay, Dorchester, Roxbury, and Cambridge, which can make the search more detailed. Location may matter if you prefer in-person appointments near work, school, transit, or home. Virtual appointments can make scheduling easier if commute time or office hours are important factors. Psychiatry visits, especially medication management appointments, are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Before booking, review each bio for appointment availability, whether a free phone consultation is offered, and how the psychiatrist describes their communication style.
Psychiatric care in Boston 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 in the Boston area who are accepting new patients, match your preferences, and take your plan. You can enter your insurance details to see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, then compare bios, choose virtual or in-person care, 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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