Find a psychiatrist in Springfield, MA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Springfield, MA accepting new patients
Springfield residents can connect with warm, solution-oriented providers through Headway's platform of 437 licensed professionals. Whether you're in the South End, Downtown, or Forest Park, find support for relationships, grief, and life transitions. Sessions are covered by insurance, with many patients paying minimal or no copay.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who understands the importance of providing healthcare from a holistic perspective, centered on healing the whole person (mind, body, and spirit). I am certified in working with all ages, from children to the elderly. I can help with anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, ASD, and Schizo-affective disorders. My psychiatric experience includes working in acute care psychiatric hospitals as well as private practice outpatient mental health care.
I have over 35 years of healthcare experience in a variety of fields.
I am dual certified in both family and psychiatric medicine.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a variety of mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism and OCD. Supporting young people and their families has always been at the heart of my work. I am committed to providing compassionate, collaborative, and culturally responsive mental health care. Having grown up and trained in Boston, I am proud to serve the community that is my home.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 40 years of experience in nursing , in almost all areas of mental health. I have been a prescribing clinician for 25 years . I treat a wide variety of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety disorders, attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorders (ADHD), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and bipolar illness. I have worked as a nurse clinician for 19 years at a major teaching hospital in Boston. I have extensive experience in both medical and psychiatric nursing, working in hospitals,, outpatient clinics, and in the community .I have also worked for 20 years as a psychotherapist. I have operated a sole proprietorship counseling practice providing holistic mind/ body therapies, nutritional and psychopharmacological treatments, as well as trauma informed psychotherapy. Offer Prescribing medications only at this time
About our psychiatrists serving Springfield, 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
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 Springfield
Finding psychiatrists in Springfield starts with knowing whether psychiatric care fits what you need. Psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, medical doctors, and doctors of osteopathic medicine can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication; therapists provide talk therapy and support. Medication management often includes discussing symptoms, reviewing how a current care plan is working, and deciding next steps with a qualified prescriber. 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 support you want.
Springfield has a mix of local and virtual psychiatry options, so it helps to narrow your search by format, schedule, and fit. An in-person office near Downtown, Forest Park, or the South End may work well if location matters, while virtual appointments can make it easier to access care across Massachusetts. Psychiatric medication management appointments are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, read each profile to understand the psychiatrist’s focus areas, appointment style, availability, and whether a free phone consultation is offered.
Psychiatric care in Springfield 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 your first appointment. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and match your insurance, preferences, and schedule. You can review bios, see estimated out-of-pocket costs after entering your insurance details, 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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