Find a psychiatrist in Worcester, MA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Worcester, MA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Worcester across neighborhoods like Main South, Tatnuck, and the Canal District. Headway connects you with 433 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. Many patients pay as low as $0 per session with insurance coverage.
Life can look “fine” on the outside while still feeling overwhelming internally. Hi! I'm Mary and I am a Doctorally prepared nurse practitioner, mom and first responder wife. I have over nine years of experience supporting individuals through life’s most vulnerable moments and as a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner, I take a thoughtful, whole-person approach to care.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood symptoms, and cognitive changes, often during periods of high stress or hormonal transition. My approach looks at the full picture including mental health, sleep, metabolism, and overall well-being to develop personalized treatment plans. I combine medication management with practical strategies to help you feel more balanced, focused, and in control.
About our psychiatrists serving Worcester, MA
- 98%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 86%ADD/ADHD
- 85%PTSD
- 80%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 81%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 55%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 98%English
- 6%Haitian Creole
- 5%French
- 5%Spanish
- 3%Swahili
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 79%Woman
- 21%Man
- 93%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 1%Clinical Nurse Specialist
- 97%Individual therapy
- 16%Family therapy
- 7%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 Worcester
Finding psychiatrists in Worcester starts with understanding what type of care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, psychiatric care may be part of your search. Some people start with a therapist, some start with a prescriber, and some work with both, depending on what they need.
Worcester has mental health providers across areas like Main South, Tatnuck, the Canal District, and nearby communities, with both in-person and virtual appointment options. Medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so it helps to consider appointment availability, visit format, and whether a psychiatrist offers therapy in addition to prescribing. Reading psychiatrist bios can help you understand their specialties, communication style, and what to expect before you book.
Psychiatric care in Worcester can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected price before care begins. Headway helps you search psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients with your plan, review detailed profiles, see estimated costs upfront, 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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