Find a psychiatrist in Albany, NY — covered by insurance


Top psychiatrists in Albany, NY accepting new patients
Mental health care in Albany is accessible through Headway, serving South End, Arbor Hill, Downtown and beyond. Our 1,307 providers offer personalized talk therapy and medication management, with many available within two weeks and accepting insurance plans.
Your mind and body are speaking—are you listening? As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in high-stakes intensive care, I understand what many overlook: mental and physical health are inseparable.
In critical care, I saw how stress, trauma, and anxiety manifest in the body—tight chests, sleepless nights, unexplained pain. And when the pandemic hit, I witnessed the silent emotional suffering of patients, families, and healthcare workers alike. That moment changed everything.
I chose psychiatry because healing your mind is just as vital as healing your body. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or like no one sees what you’re carrying—you don’t have to hold it alone. I’m here to help you reconnect, restore, and rise.
Let’s work together to make your mental wellness a priority. Click below to book your first step toward clarity, calm, and confidence.
Danielle Overton-Miller, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care through a collaborative and patient-centered approach. She believes in creating a supportive, judgment-free environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.
Danielle specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management of ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, insomnia, and other common psychiatric conditions. She develops individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique goals, lifestyle, and needs while incorporating the latest evidence-based practices.
She provides virtual psychiatric care for adults throughout New York and Connecticut, making high-quality mental health care convenient and accessible. Danielle earned her Master of Science in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from D’Youville University and is committed to helping patients achieve lasting wellness and improved quality of life.
Jones Simon is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based mental health care for adolescents, adults, and older adults. He specializes in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, substance use disorders, and chronic mental health conditions through thoughtful medication management and supportive psychotherapy. His approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping patients feel heard, supported, and empowered in their mental health journey.
Christina offers medication management, psychiatric evaluations, and computerized ADHD testing in unhurried appointments that allow her patients to feel heard and empowered. Christina is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience with teens, adults, and older adults. She empowers patients to take control of their treatment and their lives. She offers virtual and in person visits.
I am a Board Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I offer comprehensive Psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy for Adults, adolescents and children. I look forward to meeting with you, together we will be able to formulate and individualized your treatment plan.
I specialize in a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders and behavioral concerns.
My 18 years of experience in this field enables me to address a wide range of patient needs. I am committed to providing flexible, nonjudgmental, and culturally sensitive care to a diverse patient population. From the time of the first appointment (and consistently thereafter), the patient and I will review their reasons for seeking care, discuss current challenges and stressors, and identify treatment goals. This information guides my formulation of an individualized treatment plan tailored to the patient’s specific needs and objectives.
[Please note]:
-This provider/practice is not currently accepting referrals for the treatment of ADHD/ADD.
-This provider/practice is only accepting new patients for medication management (or integrated medication management & psychotherapy) services at this time. Provider is unavailable for standalone psychotherapy services. Thank you.
I have 8 years of nursing experience working with children as young as 6 years and older across inpatient and outpatient settings. Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, ODD, bipolar and psychotic disorders are some of the areas I have expertise in.
I graduated from Hofstra University Nurse Practitioner Program and was recognized for The Academic Excellence Award for outstanding clinical and academic performance.
About our psychiatrists serving Albany, NY



- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 82%PTSD
- 81%ADD/ADHD
- 78%Bipolar disorder

- 99%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 87%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%United Healthcare

- 98%English
- 8%Spanish
- 4%Haitian Creole
- 3%French
- 3%Hindi

- 94%Online only
- 6%In-person or online

- 74%Woman
- 26%Man

- 89%Nurse Practitioner
- 10%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

- 96%Individual therapy
- 15%Family therapy
- 6%Couples therapy
- 4%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 Albany
Finding psychiatrists in Albany starts with knowing the type of care you want to explore. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and help manage medication over time. Therapists provide talk therapy and may work alongside a prescriber. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, experience, and approach before choosing who to meet with.
Albany has a smaller local market than larger New York cities, so virtual appointments can expand your options beyond offices near Downtown, Arbor Hill, South End, and nearby neighborhoods. Psychiatric care often follows a different schedule than therapy, with medication management visits that are usually shorter and less frequent than weekly therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style and visit structure.
Psychiatric care in Albany 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 you book. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verifies your benefits, and shows your estimated out-of-pocket cost upfront. You can browse psychiatrists, 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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