Find a psychiatrist in Kalamazoo, MI — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Kalamazoo, MI accepting new patients
Seeking therapy in Kalamazoo? Headway offers flexible mental health care across Vine, Eastside, and Downtown areas with 121 providers ready to support you. Access talk therapy and medication management with average savings of 75% when using insurance, with many sessions available as low as $0.
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.
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.
When anxiety, depression, ADHD, or shifting moods start affecting your relationships, your sleep, and how you feel about yourself, it can be hard to know where to start. I'm Moneak Parker, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Michigan, working with adolescents and adults through psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and personalized treatment planning. I support clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, borderline personality, OCD, PTSD, panic disorders, sleep concerns, anger, and substance use. My goal is a space where you feel heard, respected, and genuinely in charge of your own care.
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
About our psychiatrists serving Kalamazoo, 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 Kalamazoo
Finding psychiatrists in Kalamazoo starts with knowing whether you want talk therapy, medication management, or both. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Therapists, counselors, and psychologists provide talk therapy and support for concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and OCD. When comparing psychiatry Kalamazoo options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want help with.
Kalamazoo is a smaller market, so local psychiatry appointments may be more limited than therapy in Kalamazoo or counseling Kalamazoo searches. Virtual appointments can expand your options across Michigan while still giving you access to licensed psychiatrists who fit your schedule. 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 prescriber. Before booking, read each psychiatrist’s bio to understand their specialties, appointment format, availability, and communication style.
Psychiatric care in Kalamazoo 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 you book. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and match your plan, preferences, and care needs. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated costs, compare bios, 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.