Find a psychiatrist in Livingston, NJ — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Livingston, NJ accepting new patients
Mental health support in Livingston is now within reach through Headway's network of 730 providers specializing in therapy and medication management. Serving areas including Downtown Livingston, Mountain Ridge, and Rosedale, we work with your insurance so you can focus on your wellbeing without worrying about costs.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not like yourself lately? You don’t have to figure it out alone. I’m a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Ivy League trained with experience in outpatient, acute stabilization and consult-liaison psychiatry. I work with adults and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, and other mental health challenges that come with stress, illness, or life transitions.
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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.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Livingston, NJ
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 94%ADD/ADHD
- 90%Bipolar disorder
- 89%OCD
- 98%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 89%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%Oxford
- 97%English
- 13%Yoruba
- 10%French
- 8%Spanish
- 5%Haitian Creole
- 100%In-person or online
- 63%Woman
- 37%Man
- 94%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 94%Individual therapy
- 11%Child or adolescent therapy
- 10%Family therapy
- 3%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 Livingston
Finding psychiatrists in Livingston starts with understanding the type of care you want to book. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists provide talk therapy and support, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. If you’re looking for help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties and training to see how they match your needs.
Livingston is a smaller local market, so nearby in-person psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger parts of New Jersey. Virtual appointments can expand your search while still letting you choose a psychiatrist licensed in New Jersey. Psychiatric medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. As you compare profiles, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, session format, and the bio details that explain their approach and communication style.
Psychiatric care in Livingston 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 your visit. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your preferences, verifies insurance details, and shows estimated costs before you book. You can review bios, compare virtual and in-person options, 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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