Find a psychiatrist in Elizabeth, NJ — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Elizabeth, NJ accepting new patients
Elizabeth residents can access talk therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 732 providers. Whether you're in Elmora, Downtown, or the Port Elizabeth area, find compassionate care with flexible scheduling and free consultations available. Insurance coverage helps reduce your out-of-pocket costs significantly.
I’m a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in mental health. I specialized in treating conditions like anxiety, depression, stress, and ADHD, using a holistic and compassionate approach
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with six years of experience. My degree includes DNP and MSN. I treat clients aged 15 years old to adults with generalized anxiety disorder, depression, ADHD, OCD, Psychosis, autism, bipolar disorder, and insomnia. I value my client's opinions and input into the treatment they receive.
I believe in holistic and evidence based care. I support people of all ages who are navigating anxiety and depression, including children, teens, adults, and older adults. My role is to guide, support, and collaborate with you to create a treatment plan that aligns with your goals, values, beliefs, culture, and preferences. I want you to feel heard, respected, and understood-not reduced to a diagnosis. Together, we can make space for what is difficult and build a path toward steadiness, clarity, and meaningful change, at a pace that feels right for you. You do not need to have answers before reaching out; we can begin where you are.
Emmanuel is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and has over 9 years of mental health nursing experience caring for patients across the lifespan. He graduated from Rutgers Univ. with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and earned his master’s degree from Fairleigh Dickinson Univ. Emmanuel has worked in various mental health settings, including Hackensack Univ. Medical Center, Carrier Clinic, Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital, St. Claire’s Hospital and Genpsych.
I am a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience, including emergency care. I am passionate about mental health and providing holistic, patient-centered treatment through a combination of medication management and therapeutic support. My goal is to help patients feel heard, stabilized, and empowered in their care.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Elizabeth, NJ
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 96%ADD/ADHD
- 93%Bipolar disorder
- 87%OCD
- 99%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 90%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%Oxford
- 97%English
- 16%Yoruba
- 9%French
- 9%Spanish
- 6%Haitian Creole
- 100%In-person or online
- 63%Woman
- 37%Man
- 97%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 3%Medical Doctor
- 93%Individual therapy
- 15%Family therapy
- 10%Child or adolescent therapy
- 4%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 Elizabeth
Finding psychiatrists in Elizabeth starts with knowing which type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy and support. If you are looking for care related to anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or medication management, a psychiatrist may be one option to consider. Review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, training, and care approach so you can choose someone whose experience matches what you want to address.
Elizabeth has local options for psychiatric care, and availability can vary by office location, schedule, and appointment type. Virtual visits can expand your choices beyond nearby offices, especially if you need care that fits around work, school, caregiving, or transportation. Psychiatry appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, read psychiatrist bios to understand their communication style, appointment structure, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.
Psychiatric care in Elizabeth can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who may accept a wide range of insurance plans, may be accepting new patients, and may match your preferences. You can enter your insurance details to verify coverage, see an estimated session cost before booking, review 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.
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