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.
I’m Isaiah Crum, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist in New York City. I work with Black professionals who are excelling on paper and quietly struggling underneath. People navigating predominantly white spaces, carrying the weight of high achievement, and rarely getting room to not be okay.
I know that experience firsthand. I built this practice because you deserve psychiatric care that understands your life, not just your symptoms.
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who provides patient-centered care focused on helping you feel more stable and in control of your mental health. I work with individuals experiencing a range of emotional and mental health challenges. I take time to understand your unique situation and create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel supported.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to helping individuals improve their emotional well-being and quality of life. I provide evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and supportive therapy for a variety of mental health concerns. I strive to create a welcoming, respectful environment where clients feel heard and supported.
I am a board certified nurse practitioner with extensive experience in both outpatient and inpatient treatment setting. I specialize in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and PTSD. My goal is to provide a thorough evaluation and help you to decide the best treatment option for you. I am also a NYS Medical Marijuana Program Provider.
I am a board- certified psychiatric nurse practitioner committed to compassionate, ethical, and individualized mental health care.
Melanie MacIntosh, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over ten years of nursing experience and a strong foundation in behavioral health. She provides compassionate, patient-centered psychiatric care to individuals across the lifespan.
Melanie has extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings and is skilled in psychopharmacology, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and crisis assessment and response. She holds additional certifications in suicide prevention through the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and completed the KySS Child & Adolescent Mental Health Fellowship Program, reflecting advanced training in the assessment and treatment of pediatric and adolescent populations.
She is a recipient of the DAISY Award, the Gold Heart Nurse of Distinction, & a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, honors that reflect her commitment to clinical excellence, collaborative care, and advocacy for patients and families.
My passion is to help others achieve wellness. I am a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience. I currently work both inpatient and outpatient facilities within New York City. I specialize in the diagnoses and treatment of adults with a range of mental health issues.
I offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, individual psychotherapy and medication management for adults. My goal is to explore each of my patient's situations and issues judiciously before arriving at appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan.
My patients often say that I am approachable, personable, and respond quickly to emails/phone calls. I am accepting new patients.
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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