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 732 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.
Eunice Wilson
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Hillsborough Township, NJ
If you're a parent worried about your child, or a young person trying to keep it together — I see you, and I'm here to help.
Maybe your child is melting down in ways you can't explain. Maybe your teen is shutting down, struggling at school, or carrying something heavy that nobody's been able to name yet. Maybe you've tried to get help before and it didn't quite fit. Whatever brought you here, you're not overreacting — and you don't have to keep navigating this alone.
Hi! My name is Claudine Destine; I am a Dual-Certified Family/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 9 years of experience. I have a Master's degree in Nursing. I have experience treating Depression, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and other mental illnesses.
MSN, APN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC
A Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner provides mental health services for patients from adolescence through adulthood (12-65+). Leona went to Widener University for Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing, Walden University for Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner, and Wilkes University for Post-Masters Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
I’m Rocio Jenkins, MSN, APN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing evidence-based, compassionate care to adults and adolescents across New Jersey.
I specialize in anxiety disorders, ADHD, depression, trauma-related conditions, and women’s mental health. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, burned out, or unsure whether medication is the right next step. My role is to help you gain clarity, emotional stability, and confidence in your treatment plan.
Many people come to psychiatry after feeling frustrated by treatments that haven't worked or appointments that felt rushed. I became a psychiatric provider because I enjoy helping people understand their symptoms and find treatment approaches that genuinely fit their needs. Before becoming a PMHNP, I received a B.S. in Clinical Psychology from Tufts University and worked in psychiatric research focused on bipolar disorder and treatment-resistant depression. Today, I provide collaborative, individualized care to patients experiencing depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and more.
I have been Board certified Advanced Practice Nurse for 6 years. I have about 1 year experiencing specializing in generalized anxiety, major depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. I have 4 years of experience as a telemedicine provider. I became a PMHNP because I take pride in helping other achieve a sense of joy in finding peace in their reality and creating healthy coping strategies.
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.
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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