Find a psychiatrist in Brookline, MA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Brookline, MA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Brookline across neighborhoods like Washington Square, Coolidge Corner, and St. Paul Street. Headway connects you with 375 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with sessions available as soon as next day. Most patients save 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.
Dr Harris provides psychiatric diagnostic assessments, medication consultation, psychopharmacology and psychotherapy services. She specializes in comprehensive assessments and evidence-based medication management for a broad range of psychiatric and psychological disorders. She understands the complexities of mental health and is committed to delivering personalized care tailored to the unique needs of each individual.
Dr Harris completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California at Berkeley and her medical studies at University California at San Francisco. She then completed her residency training in Adult Psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance/Harvard Medical School.
Joshua Hatcher is a board certified Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). He is also dual certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners as an Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. He provides psychiatric assessment and evaluation along with medication management and optimization.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Brookline, MA
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 93%ADD/ADHD
- 90%PTSD
- 83%Stress management
- 97%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 83%Point32 Healthcare
- 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 62%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- 93%English
- 10%Igbo
- 7%Twi
- 3%Spanish
- 3%Yoruba
- 100%In-person or online
- 72%Woman
- 28%Man
- 93%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 100%Individual therapy
- 10%Family 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 Brookline
Finding psychiatrists in Brookline starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy. Medication management may include an initial evaluation, follow-up visits, and updates based on your needs over time. People often look for psychiatric care for concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and OCD. As you compare options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties and experience match the concerns you want to address.
Brookline has local options near areas like Coolidge Corner, Washington Square, and Brookline Village, but availability can vary by schedule and appointment type. Virtual appointments can expand your options if nearby offices have limited openings or if commuting across town makes care harder to fit into your calendar. Psychiatric 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 psychiatrist, depending on the kind of support they want. Reading bios can help you compare approach, specialties, appointment format, and whether a psychiatrist offers a free phone consultation before booking.
Psychiatric care in Brookline can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs and understand what you may pay before your first appointment. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who match your needs, verify your insurance, and see estimated session costs upfront. Every psychiatrist listed is accepting new patients, and you can review bios, compare 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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