Find a psychiatrist in Highland Park, NJ — covered by insurance


Top psychiatrists in Highland Park, NJ accepting new patients
Highland Park residents can access flexible mental health care through Headway's network of empowering providers. Whether you're in the heart of Highland Park or nearby neighborhoods, get matched with a warm, affirming therapist who offers both in-person and virtual sessions covered by insurance.
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.
I’m a direct, down-to-earth provider who values honesty, efficiency, and clear communication. I focus on practical, evidence-based care and avoid unnecessary medications. My goal is to help you feel better with a plan that actually works in your day-to-day life.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Highland Park, NJ



- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 96%Bipolar disorder
- 91%ADD/ADHD
- 87%OCD

- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 91%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 71%Oxford

- 100%English
- 19%Yoruba
- 10%Spanish
- 4%French
- 3%Haitian Creole

- 100%In-person or online

- 67%Woman
- 33%Man

- 94%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor

- 94%Individual therapy
- 19%Family therapy
- 10%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 Highland Park
Finding psychiatrists in Highland Park starts with understanding the kind of care you need. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, psychiatric care may fit your needs. Some people start with a therapist, some start with a prescriber, and some work with both.
Highland Park is a smaller community, so local appointment options may be more limited than in nearby larger cities. Virtual psychiatry can expand your search while still giving you access to licensed psychiatrists in New Jersey. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer medication management, therapy, or both. Reading each bio can help you understand their clinical focus, session style, and experience with concerns like yours before you book.
Psychiatric care in Highland Park can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated cost before your first appointment. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your preferences, take your insurance, and are accepting new patients with your plan, so you can review profiles, compare availability, 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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