Find a psychiatrist in Columbus, OH — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Columbus, OH accepting new patients
Columbus residents can connect with 244 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.
Tiffiny (she/her) is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who enjoys working with children 7+ and across the lifespan, specializing in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD. T
Helping my patients feel safe, seen, and heard on the path to recovery is my primary goal as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I received my training at The Ohio State University, and I provide mental healthcare for adults and young people over age 12. I specialize in caring for patients who want to understand and address the root causes of their mental health symptoms.
My name is Steven Reedy. As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring ideals from both the medical and nursing models of care in a holistic approach. In doing so, this allows me to care for you with compassion, as a whole person, and with the latest evidence-based practices. My journey to mental healthcare My background as a nurse was eight years of acute care. I was an Emergency Department and ICU nurse for almost a decade before I switched my focus to Mental Health. I observed firsthand the deficit in mental health care and prevention and wanted to devote my career to recognition, advocating prevention, and resources for patients with mental health needs.
I’m Krishawnda (or Shawnda for short)! I’ve been working as a nurse since 2011. I was a RN for 9 years and have been a psychiatric nurse practitioner since 2020. My BSN was obtained from the University of Kentucky. My graduate degree is from Eastern Kentucky University. I have worked in geriatric psych, adult psych, and child psychiatry.
Kylie Wester is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 12 years of experience in behavioral health. Her background includes outpatient psychiatry, community mental health, emergency consultations, inpatient care, and telehealth leadership. She works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance use concerns, and other complex mental health needs. Kylie is committed to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care in a supportive and judgment-free environment.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
About our psychiatrists serving Columbus, OH
- 100%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 90%PTSD
- 83%Bipolar disorder
- 76%OCD
- 100%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 55%The Health Plan
- 100%English
- 3%French
- 2%Hindi
- 2%Russian
- 1%Urdu
- 84%Online only
- 16%In-person or online
- 83%Woman
- 17%Man
- 76%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 18%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 5%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 22%Family therapy
- 9%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 Psychiatrist 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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