Find a psychiatrist in Trenton, NJ — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Trenton, NJ accepting new patients
Looking for a therapist in Trenton? Headway offers 733 licensed providers across the city, including Chambersburg, Old Mill Hill, and Downtown neighborhoods. Many sessions are covered by insurance, and free consultations are available to help you find the right fit.
Board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) Specializes in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and evidence-based psychotherapy for patients across the lifespan. Dedicated to providing compassionate, trauma-informed, and holistic care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Welcome and a pleasure to meet you! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Certified Perinatal Mental Health provider. I help people who struggling with mental illness. My passion is to make it easy for people get mental illness care. My approach is treating you as a whole person and working as partners through telehealth in NJ & NY. I have been a PMHNP for about 4 years which was built on a foundation of 27 years as an empathetic registered nurse. I care for teen, adults, and seniors of diverse backgrounds and cultures. I treat Depression, mental illness during and after pregnancy, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, OCD, and ADHD, etc while supporting and helping you find your inner strength to work towards lasting wellness.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, and person‐centered care to individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges. My training includes a general psychiatry residency in New Jersey and an advanced Addiction Psychiatry/NIDA‐T32 Research Fellowship at Columbia University in New York City, where I received specialized experience in the treatment of substance use disorders, comorbidity, and academic research.
I’m Desiree, a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner providing psychiatric evaluations and medication management to adults in New Jersey. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood changes, attention concerns, sleep difficulties, challenging life transitions and other psychiatric conditions.I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing support while working together with each client to establish realistic and meaningful treatment goals. You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, unable to focus, or simply unlike yourself—and you may not know exactly why. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. We can begin by talking about what you have been experiencing and work together to determine what support may be helpful.
Bigy Thomas, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
You deserve a care plan that sees the whole person—not just a 15-minute prescription.
Taking the first step toward mental wellness can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. I believe true healing happens in a trusted partnership. In our sessions, you will find a safe, non-judgmental space where your voice is heard, your story is respected, and your personal goals guide every decision we make together.
How We Will Work Together:
- Care Beyond Medication: While precision medication management can be an effective tool, it is only one part of healing. I actively integrate evidence-based therapy skills (including CBT and Motivational Interviewing) to help you build practical, lasting coping strategies.
- Mind-Body Connection: With more than 25 years of extensive clinical nursing experience, I look closely at how your physical health, sleep, stress, and lifestyle influence how you feel mentally and emotionally.
- Culturally Sensitive & Personalized: Your background, values, and lived experiences matter. We will tailor your care to fit who you are and what you care about most.
Whether you are coping with anxiety, depression, mood changes, or major life transitions, we will work together at your pace to help you regain balance and feel empowered in your daily life.
I believe that healing begins in a space where you feel safe, respected, and truly heard. My goal is to create a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where clients can openly share their experiences, goals, and challenges. I strive to meet clients where they are while helping them build insight, confidence, resilience, and lasting wellness.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner providing virtual and in -person care across New Jersey. I help children and adults manage anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and related concerns.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Trenton, NJ
- 100%Depression
- 96%Anxiety
- 82%ADD/ADHD
- 82%Bipolar disorder
- 82%PTSD
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 93%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 75%Oxford
- 96%English
- 14%Igbo
- 14%Spanish
- 11%Yoruba
- 7%Tagalog
- 100%In-person or online
- 75%Woman
- 25%Man
- 93%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 86%Individual therapy
- 21%Family therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
- 11%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 Trenton
Finding the right psychiatrist in Trenton starts with understanding what kind of care you’re looking for. Psychiatrists can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and provide medication management. Psychiatric nurse practitioners may also diagnose conditions and prescribe medication. Therapists provide talk therapy and are another valid place to start, depending on your needs. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, background, and approach before booking.
Trenton is a smaller city, so local psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger New Jersey markets. Virtual appointments can expand your search while still keeping care connected to your schedule and insurance. Psychiatric care often uses shorter, less frequent medication management visits than therapy, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare profiles, look at appointment availability, whether free phone consultations are offered, and what each bio says about communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Trenton 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 and psychiatric nurse practitioners who accept your plan, are accepting new patients, and offer upfront cost estimates after your insurance is verified. You can review bios, 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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