Find a psychiatrist in Columbus, OH — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Columbus, OH accepting new patients
Columbus residents can connect with 237 empowering and solution-oriented providers through Headway. Whether you're in German Village, Short North, or Worthington, find support for talk therapy and medication management. Free consultations available, with most patients saving significantly through insurance partnerships.
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I am a Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 6 years of community mental health experience. I am also an Emergency Room nurse with over 13 years experience. I have extensive experience in mental health both professionally and personally. I have a passion for children, adolescents, and first responders, emergency healthcare workers. I also have a deep passion for those suffering from depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts.
Hello! I'm Rashawna Edwards, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with more than 25 years of nursing experience. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate life's challenges with compassion, respect, and evidence-based care. My approach combines medication management, supportive therapy, and practical coping strategies to help clients heal, build resilience, and achieve lasting emotional wellness. My goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered.
I have been in the medical field for over 20 years and have a rather diverse background. The last 6 years I have been in the role of PMHNP. Prior to that an RN in hospice, preceding that was critical care. Prior to becoming a nurse, I worked as an STNA.
Hello, I’m Grace Aidoo, MSN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based care across the lifespan. My approach is holistic, empathetic, and collaborative, focusing on the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.
I earned my Master of Science in Advanced Midwifery Practice from Anglia Ruskin University in the United Kingdom and completed my Post-Master’s PMHNP certificate at Walden University. With a background in nursing, maternal and child health, and mental wellness, I bring both clinical expertise and heartfelt understanding to my sessions.
I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, Bipolar, Individual and couples Psychotherapy, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and perinatal and postpartum mental health challenges. My goal is to help clients find balance, clarity, and empowerment through a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic partnership.
Whether you are navigating life transitions, emotional distress, or seeking to improve your overall mental well-being, I am here to walk alongside you with empathy and respect. Together, we will create a personalized plan that promotes healing and sustainable wellness.
Hi there! I am Tonya, a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am dedicated to helping people improve their mental wellness and overall quality of life! With more than 20 years experience in healthcare and 13 years in nursing, I aim to provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, mood disorders, and ADHD. I have a special interest in helping busy professionals, healthcare workers, first responders, BIPOC and members in the LGBTQ+ community to feel supported in a safe and welcoming environment. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward lasting wellness.
Hi, I’m Comfort, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and ADHD. My diverse background helps me bring a holistic perspective to care, and patients often describe me as warm, approachable, and easy to talk to. I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than eight years of nursing experience in psychiatry and internal medicine. I am committed to providing compassionate, individualized, evidence-based mental health care and helping people achieve their goals. I believe mental health is essential to overall well-being and strives to create a safe, respectful, judgment-free environment where everyone feels heard and valued. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking and spending time with friends and loved ones.
Hello! My name is Lisa Childress and I have been a Nurse Practitioner for over 12 years now! I am certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I have experience with Addiction Medicine, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and Bipolar Disorders. I absolutely love my patients and try to promote a warm, welcoming, environment to support your behavioral health goals.
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Dr. Sandra Parawira, D.N.P., P.M.H.N.P.-B.C., A.G.A.C.N.P.-B.C.
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual • Ohio
My ideal client is someone who is open to the life-changing, transformative solutions that modern psychiatry and mental health can offer. My practice is virtual by design, meeting clients on their terms, during non-traditional hours when they have time to focus on themselves and their needs.
About our psychiatrists serving Columbus, OH
- 100%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 90%PTSD
- 85%Bipolar disorder
- 78%OCD
- 100%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 69%The Health Plan
- 100%English
- 3%French
- 2%Russian
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Igbo
- 82%Online only
- 18%In-person or online
- 84%Woman
- 16%Man
- 77%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 16%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 5%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 95%Individual therapy
- 20%Family therapy
- 8%Couples therapy
- 5%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 Columbus
Searching for psychiatrists in Columbus starts with understanding what kind of care they provide. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage ongoing medication care. Therapists focus on talk therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. If you want support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties and experience match what you want to address.
Columbus has many mental health care options across areas like German Village, Short North, Worthington, and nearby suburbs, which can make the search take more time. Psychiatry appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so scheduling fit matters. You may prefer an office near work or home, or virtual appointments that fit more easily into your week. Before booking, read each psychiatrist’s profile to understand their specialties, appointment style, availability, and whether they offer therapy in addition to medication management.
Psychiatric care in Columbus 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 are accepting new patients and match your insurance, preferences, and schedule. You can review profiles, see estimated out-of-pocket costs after entering your insurance details, 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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