Find a psychiatrist in Asheville, NC — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Asheville, NC accepting new patients
Seeking a therapist in Asheville? Headway's network of 259 providers serves the community with flexible virtual and in-person sessions. Located near popular areas including South Slope, River Arts District, and West Asheville, our providers offer compassionate, solution-oriented care covered by most insurance plans.
I believe healing happens best in spaces where you feel safe, understood, and never judged. I bring both curiosity and compassion to every session, and I genuinely love learning about the unique story that makes you you. I’m thoughtful, a little quirky in the best way, and always eager to grow... both as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and as a person. That means I stay open-minded, ask meaningful questions, and work collaboratively with you to find what truly fits your needs. You’re the expert on your life; I’m here to support you with knowledge, guidance, and encouragement.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, or just feeling stuck, I want you to know that you don’t have to figure it out alone. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to move toward the life you want.
My background is in all aspects of mental health and substance abuse.
Welcome to Brain Balance Psychiatry, an integrative psychiatric model, based on provider-client alliance. Experience a collaborative partnership where you feel supported and empowered by your provider.
I feel very honored for the opportunity to care for others. I understand that mental and physical health are connected and are shaped by our past. I believe that psychiatric treatment works.
My journey to becoming a provider has given me a unique perspective on resilience and growth. I immigrated to the United States from Rwanda in my early twenties, learned English from the ground up, and worked my way through multiple degrees while gaining diverse life experience. This background helps me connect with clients from all walks of life and understand the challenges of navigating complex systems.
About our psychiatrists serving Asheville, NC
- 100%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 88%PTSD
- 87%ADD/ADHD
- 86%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 91%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
- 57%United Healthcare
- 99%English
- 4%Spanish
- 3%Igbo
- 2%French
- 2%Hindi
- 81%Online only
- 19%In-person or online
- 87%Woman
- 13%Man
- 93%Nurse Practitioner
- 4%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 3%Medical Doctor
- 1%Clinical Nurse Specialist
- 96%Individual therapy
- 18%Family therapy
- 6%Child or adolescent therapy
- 6%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 Asheville
Finding psychiatrists in Asheville starts with knowing what kind of mental health care you want to access. Psychiatrists can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners may also provide diagnosis and medication management. Therapists in Asheville, NC focus on talk therapy, while some prescribers may also offer therapy. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, training, and care approach before you book.
Asheville is a smaller city, so nearby in-person psychiatric appointments may have more limited availability. Virtual psychiatry can expand your options across North Carolina while still giving you access to care that fits your schedule. Psychiatric medication management appointments are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare Asheville psychiatrists, look at appointment times, whether they offer virtual or in-person visits, and what their bio says about communication style, medication management, and conditions they commonly support.
Psychiatric care in Asheville 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 who accept your insurance, are accepting new patients, and match your preferences for specialty, format, and availability. You can review profiles, see estimated out-of-pocket costs after adding your insurance, and book directly when you are 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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