Find a psychiatrist in Huntersville, NC — covered by insurance


Top psychiatrists in Huntersville, NC accepting new patients
Find mental healthcare support in Huntersville across neighborhoods like Birkdale, Lake Norman, and University. Headway connects you with 232 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many accepting insurance to help reduce your costs.
My name is Surayyah James, and I’m a board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatry. Every person’s story matters, and I’m here to listen, support, and guide you as you work toward greater understanding and peace of mind. My practice is rooted in compassion and respect, offering a thoughtful blend of medication management, therapy, and mindfulness—all tailored to what truly works for you
My background is in all aspects of mental health and substance abuse.
Martha Ochako is a Board-Certified PMHNP who is competent in assessing patients, diagnosing disorders, and prescribing appropriate treatments. She does not just cover a symptom with a drug before investigating and addressing its root causes.
She graduated from Metro State University, in MN with an E L M Sc. in nursing. She completed a Post Masters Certification of PHMNP from R M University of Health Professions, Utah. She holds a doctorate (DHSC) from Nova SE University, Florida.
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.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or substance use can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m Jaime Snyder, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (APRN-BC) with over 20 years of nursing experience and specialized expertise in both mental health and addiction medicine. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to your needs, with extensive experience treating co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges. Licensed in North Carolina, South Carolina, Arizona, and Ohio, I offer convenient telehealth services and am currently accepting new patients.
I am Stanley Okeyemi, the founder of Brighter Light Behavioral Health Services. I am currently licensed as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in Texas, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Washington, North Carolina, Nebraska, Virginia and New York. I have been working in the mental health industry for 16 years, but licensed as a PMHNP for four years, with a vast amount of experience and affiliations with over 40 hospitals/clinics combined across the USA
About our psychiatrists serving Huntersville, NC



- 99%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 87%PTSD
- 85%Bipolar disorder
- 84%ADD/ADHD

- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 73%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
- 60%Oxford

- 99%English
- 3%Spanish
- 2%Hindi
- 2%Igbo
- 2%French

- 80%Online only
- 20%In-person or online

- 86%Woman
- 14%Man

- 93%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Medical Doctor
- 2%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

- 95%Individual therapy
- 17%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 Huntersville
Finding the right psychiatrist in Huntersville, NC starts with understanding what kind of care you need. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and in some cases provide talk therapy. Psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) can also prescribe and manage medication and are another option available through Headway. If you're looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or medication management, a psychiatrist or PMHNP may be the right fit.
Huntersville is home to a range of psychiatric providers, but availability can vary — especially for in-person appointments. Consider what matters most to you, whether that's a provider who specializes in a specific condition, offers virtual sessions, or practices near your neighborhood in Birkdale, Lake Norman, or the surrounding Cornelius and Davidson areas. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their approach and decide if they're a good match before you book.
Psychiatry sessions can be expensive without insurance. Using your in-network benefits is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and your out-of-pocket cost may be as low as $0 per session. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a psychiatrist who is both the right clinical fit and covered by your plan.
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