Find a psychiatrist in Freehold, NJ — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Freehold, NJ accepting new patients
Mental health care in Freehold, NJ is accessible through Headway's network of 731 empowering, solution-oriented providers. Serving Downtown, Wampum, Park Avenue and surrounding areas, we offer virtual and in-person options with free intake consultations. Work with your insurance to focus on your care without financial worry.
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Welcome! I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who provides personalized mental health services to patients with an approachable style. I believe in person-centered care with evidence-based treatment approaches.
Brenda is a certified psychiatric mental health practitioner with 25 years of experience working in nursing. Her nursing philosophy centers on providing compassionate, comprehensive, patient-focus care using a holistic approach. She believes in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms of their mental illness.
Justin Salandanan has been in the field of psychiatry for over a decade and has been treating adult clients of various ethnic backgrounds for several years. Justin specializes in the medication management of depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbances.
Akosua C. Ababio MSN, APRN,PMHNP-BC.FNP-C is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. She trained at Northern Kentucky University in both medication management and psychotherapy. She is licensed to treat patients of all ages, from children and adolescents to adults and seniors.
Welcome! I'm Guy Badio, DNP, PMHNP-BC. I believe every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their mental health journey. I provide evidence-based psychiatric evaluation and medication management while working collaboratively with each client to develop an individualized treatment plan. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, mood changes, trauma-related concerns, insomnia, or life stressors, my goal is to help you feel comfortable, understood, and empowered to make meaningful progress.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, managing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, psychosis, ADHD, OCD, and substance use.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Freehold, NJ
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 96%Bipolar disorder
- 89%Sleep disorder
- 85%OCD
- 100%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 85%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 70%Oxford
- 100%English
- 19%Spanish
- 7%Haitian Creole
- 4%Gujarati
- 4%Hindi
- 100%In-person or online
- 70%Woman
- 30%Man
- 93%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 96%Individual therapy
- 19%Family therapy
- 7%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 Freehold
Finding the right psychiatrist in Freehold starts with knowing what kind of care you need. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. Medication management may be part of care for concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD. Both therapy and psychiatry can be valid entry points, depending on the support you want. Look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match your specific needs.
Freehold has local psychiatry options, and virtual appointments can help widen your search when nearby availability is limited. Psychiatric appointments for medication management are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so scheduling fit matters. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare psychiatrists in Freehold, review bios for clinical focus, appointment format, availability, and whether a free phone consultation is offered.
Psychiatric care in Freehold 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 care begins. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and match your plan. You can enter your insurance details, see estimated out-of-pocket costs 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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