Find a psychiatrist in Matthews, NC — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Matthews, NC accepting new patients
Looking for therapy in Matthews? Headway's network includes providers throughout Mint Hill, Stallings, and Marvin ready to support your mental health journey. With 232 providers available and sessions often covered by insurance, you can find the right fit without financial stress.
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
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I, Ifeoma Okani, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). I specialize in working with individuals who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, insomnia, adjustment disorders, OCD, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addiction. Many of my clients are juggling multiple roles and seek a safe, culturally sensitive space where they feel truly heard and understood. Their goal isn’t just to feel better but to reconnect with themselves, heal from past pain, and thrive emotionally. They want personalized, compassionate care that supports meaningful growth, not just symptom relief. I help by providing a safe, culturally sensitive space where you’ll feel heard and supported. Using compassionate, evidence-based care, I offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy tailored to your needs. In our early sessions, we’ll build trust, explore your concerns, and create a personalized plan to support your healing. My practice is unique because I focus not only on symptom relief but on helping clients reconnect with themselves, heal deeply, and thrive long-term. I’m passionate about supporting others so they never feel alone in their struggles. I am committed to providing the support, insight, and clinical expertise you need to restore your peace and well-being.
About our psychiatrists serving Matthews, 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 Psychiatrist in Matthews
Searching for psychiatrists in Matthews starts with understanding which type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication; therapists focus on talk therapy and skill-based support. If you are looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, a psychiatrist may be one option to consider. Review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, background, and approach to understand whether their training matches what you want to address.
In a smaller city like Matthews, local psychiatry appointments may be more limited, so virtual care can help expand your options across North Carolina. Medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy as part of care. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber, depending on their goals and care plan. As you compare profiles, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist offers virtual or in-person sessions, and how they describe their communication style before you book.
Psychiatric care in Matthews can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated price before booking. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who match your preferences, accept your plan, and are ready for new patients. 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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