Find a psychiatrist in Muskegon, MI — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Muskegon, MI accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Muskegon through Headway's network of 120 licensed providers. Whether you're in Lakewood Club, Shoreside, or downtown Muskegon, access talk therapy and medication management with flexible in-person or virtual sessions. Most clients save 75% on care through insurance coverage.
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
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.
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.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience in behavioral health, including more than a decade as a psychiatric registered nurse. I earned my post-master’s certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from the University of Cincinnati and hold a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus in Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nursing Education from the University of Detroit Mercy.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds in outpatient, residential, correctional, and community-based settings. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, PTSD, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
I believe mental health care should be collaborative, respectful, and individualized. My goal is to create a comfortable, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understand your treatment options, and feel empowered to take an active role in your mental health and overall well-being.
About our psychiatrists serving Muskegon, 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 Muskegon
Finding psychiatrists in Muskegon starts with knowing which type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. Medication management may be part of care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD. Some people start with a psychiatrist, some start with a therapist, and some work with both. Look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, training, and experience match what you want support with.
In a smaller city like Muskegon, local psychiatric appointment options may be more limited, so virtual appointments can expand the number of psychiatrists available to you. Psychiatric care often has a different cadence than therapy: medication management appointments are usually shorter and less frequent than ongoing therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, while others focus on evaluation and medication management. As you compare options, review availability, appointment format, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style and areas of focus.
Psychiatric care in Muskegon can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce out-of-pocket costs and understand what you may pay before an appointment. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your preferences, accept your plan, and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details, see estimated session costs before booking, review psychiatrist profiles, 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.