Find a psychiatrist in Grand Rapids, MI — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Grand Rapids, MI accepting new patients
Connect with empowering mental health providers in Grand Rapids, including Eastown, Heritage Hill, and Midtown areas. Headway's network helps you find the right fit for talk therapy and medication management, with sessions available as soon as tomorrow and coverage through major insurance plans.
I genuinely care about their journey and understand that healing isn’t always linear. I combine compassion with clinical expertise to help individuals feel understood, supported, and confident in reaching their goals. Whether we’re managing anxiety, mood changes, or life transitions, I’m here to walk alongside you at your own pace
15 years of psychiatric and progressive clinical experience. Specializes in advanced psychiatric evaluations, psychotropic medication management, Proven track record in managing acute and complex psychiatric disorders,and driving patient-centered care plans that improve therapeutic outcomes.
Hi! I am Valerie L. Rennon MSN, APRN, WHNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. I am a dual board certified nurse practitioner in both psychiatric mental health and women's health across the lifespan. I have been in practice for over a year now and my most recent experience has been in an underserved and underinsured area of downtown Detroit, MI.
I have also been an adjunct clinical instructor for RN students over the past 3 years. I am a graduate from Michigan State University, University of Colorado Anschutz, University of Texas Arlington and Colorado Mountain College. Having moved about the country for a bit, my husband of 18 years and I have established our home in MI with our two children, dog Curley and our bearded dragon Sami.
I am a board-certified PMHNP with extensive experience in the field of mental health. With a comprehensive background spanning child and adult inpatient and outpatient settings, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise into practice. Committed to providing holistic and compassionate care. I combine psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy to address the unique needs of each patient.
Hi, I'm Kristi, a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 16 years of nursing experience and 12 years as a nurse practitioner. My background includes psychiatry, primary care, and acute care, allowing me to approach mental health from a comprehensive, whole-person perspective.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders, with a particular interest in women's mental health, perinatal mental health, and navigating major life transitions.
About our psychiatrists serving Grand Rapids, MI
- 98%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 93%ADD/ADHD
- 91%PTSD
- 83%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 64%Ascension
- 63%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
- 98%English
- 3%Arabic
- 2%Hindi
- 2%Igbo
- 2%Russian
- 88%Online only
- 12%In-person or online
- 69%Woman
- 31%Man
- 88%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 8%Medical Doctor
- 2%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 1%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 1%Nurse Practitioner
- 95%Individual therapy
- 18%Family therapy
- 11%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%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 Grand Rapids
Finding psychiatrists in Grand Rapids starts with knowing whether you want medication-focused mental health care, talk therapy, or both. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists provide talk therapy and support for concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and OCD. Both can be useful entry points, depending on what kind of care you want. Look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties and experience match your needs, and review their profile to understand how they approach medication management.
In a mid-sized city like Grand Rapids, your options may include local offices near downtown, Eastown, Heritage Hill, Midtown, or nearby communities, along with virtual appointments across Michigan. Psychiatric care often follows a different schedule than therapy: medication management visits are usually shorter and less frequent than weekly therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare options, consider appointment availability, whether a free phone consultation is offered, and whether the psychiatrist’s bio gives you a clear sense of their communication style.
Psychiatric care in Grand Rapids can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower out-of-pocket costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients, enter your insurance details for a cost estimate, 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.