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Top psychiatrists in Aiken, SC accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Aiken, South Carolina across neighborhoods like Midtown, Graniteville, and Cherryvale. Connect with 65 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management through Headway, with flexible in-person or virtual sessions covered by insurance.

Erika Stack-McDougal

Erika Stack-McDougal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, SC


“I blend clinical experience, patient-centered care, and a deep understanding of mental health disorders to provide personalized, holistic treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brandi Morgan

Dr. Brandi Morgan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, SC


“Communication is a very important skill and remains the basis of my treatment as I seek first to understand then to be understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dena Peery

Dena Peery

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“I focus on patient-centered care by building strong relationships and creating personalized treatment plans that meet each patient's needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abigail Nobles

Abigail Nobles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


Now accepting new patients. Hello, I’m Abigail Nobles, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over six years of experience in psychiatric nursing. My passion lies in helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, find emotional balance, and achieve lasting wellness through compassionate, evidence-based care. I provide treatment for adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma, and other mental health concerns. My approach is holistic and collaborative, focusing on the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisa Oshaughnessy

Lisa Oshaughnessy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • South Carolina


“I want to help you feel better. Plain and simple. I want you to know that together we are going to get better.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janette Shelley

Janette Shelley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • West Columbia, SC


“I believe that healing and wellness can only truly be achieved using a holistic approach, so I aim to look at the whole picture of the patient's wellbeing instead of only one segmented portion.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kimberly Walker

Kimberly Walker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is simple: to create an environment where you feel comfortable being open, where your concerns are taken seriously, and where treatment feels like something happening with you, not to you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Courtney Comstock

Courtney Comstock

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe in treating the whole person and strive to offer a judgement-free space for patients to feel supported in improving themselves.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brianna Prioleau

Brianna Prioleau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is to ensure that clients feel truly heard and understood, as I consider this the foundation for delivering therapeutic and effective care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Claris Livingstone

Claris Livingstone

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach integrates psychopharmacology with psychoeducation, lifestyle strategies, and a deep respect for each client's values and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Narlin Smith

Narlin Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • North Charleston, SC


Hello and welcome! I am a Master's level dual board certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Medication management is my specialty, and supportive therapy is part of every visit. I have experience with veterans, adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, TBI, severe and persistent mental illness, pregnant women, transient/low income populations, Indian Health Services, geriatrics, trauma, and LGBTQIA2S+ patients.

I am a person who understands the stress that comes with multitasking life's many responsibilities including parenting, work, a spouse, women's health, and the many other hats we sometimes wear. I know the familiar strain of working in the medical field, providing care for others while delicately balancing self care. I can appreciate the layers of complexity of being multicultural. I know the burden of military life with a military spouse (now retired!) and the impact of deployments on families, loss included. I know the heaviness of caring for a family member with special needs, and am well versed in many things life may throw our way. I would be honored to support you as you navigate the tougher paths in your life.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michaela Garrison

Michaela Garrison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach to mental health care prioritizes your unique needs and personality... I use a very open-minded and non judgmental approach to care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amy Read

Amy Read

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“I also believe in the mind/body/spiritual connection, and we are made up as a whole person and not a series of parts...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Megan Higgins

Megan Higgins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Pawleys Island, SC


My name is Megan Higgins, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Calm Tides Psychiatry. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Wilkes University and am licensed in South Carolina. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for children, adolescents, and adults through telepsychiatry. My background in critical care nursing and personal experience as a parent of children with mental health challenges have shaped my empathetic, collaborative approach. I’m dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to achieve wellness.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Megen Barber

Megen Barber

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach goes deeper than symptom management. We discover the underlying cause of what is driving your symptoms and create a plan for you that is sustainable.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Chrissie Middleton

Dr. Chrissie Middleton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenville, SC


“My personal approach for each client is to provide a safe and effective plan of care that incorporates the client's individualized needs along with the practice of evidenced based medicine.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Sleep disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Patrick Crook

Patrick Crook

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, SC


I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, based in South Carolina. I received my Masters in Nursing from Duquesne University (Forensic Nursing), Post-Masters in Nursing from University of Virginia (PMHNP). I served in both U.S. Navy and U.S. Public Health Service, retired in 2019. I have been practicing for 12 yrs. I have experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melissa Pate

Melissa Pate

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lancaster, SC


“I believe mental health care should be collaborative, personalized, and centered around your individual goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chan Pich

Chan Pich

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“I take a collaborative and practical approach to care, tailoring treatment to your goals, values, and day-to-day reality.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Renee Walter

Renee Walter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe the best care starts with listening. I take time to understand your experiences, symptoms, goals, strengths, and overall health before recommending treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Law

Laura Law

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Carolina


“I take an integrated approach to care, combining psychiatric medication management with psychotherapy to address the whole person — not just symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brandy McMahand

Brandy McMahand

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenville, SC


“I am passionate about empowering individuals to overcome challenges and live to their fullest potential, regardless of the mental health concerns they may face.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Celena Shivers

Dr. Celena Shivers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fort Mill, SC


“My commitment is to service you with hope, courage, and purpose to improve your well-being while living with your diagnosis.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle Pinckney

Dr. Michelle Pinckney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Charleston, SC


“I am a doctoral-prepared Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse in the field of Mental Health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Sharon Brown

Dr. Sharon Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rock Hill, SC


“I believe that patients should have the opportunity to express themselves during provider visits in an effort to assess their needs and work together in creating the collaborative treatment plan.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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About our psychiatrists serving Aiken, SC

Number of psychiatrists serving Aiken, SC
There are over 65 psychiatrists in Aiken, SC accepting new patients.
65+
Average years in practice
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6 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 88%PTSD
  • 86%Bipolar disorder
  • 83%ADD/ADHD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 98%Cigna
  • 97%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 58%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 2%German
  • 2%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 91%Woman
  • 9%Man
License types
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  • 100%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 94%Individual therapy
  • 22%Family therapy
  • 8%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 6%Couples therapy

Frequently asked questions

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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 Aiken

Finding the right psychiatrist in Aiken starts with knowing what type of care you need. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. Medication management often includes reviewing symptoms, discussing how care is going, and adjusting the plan when clinically appropriate. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or medication management, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties and experience match your needs.

In a smaller city like Aiken, the number of nearby psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger South Carolina metro areas. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still giving you access to licensed psychiatrists who take your insurance. Psychiatry appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare Aiken psychiatrists, review bios for appointment availability, whether they offer virtual or in-person care, and how they describe their approach.

Psychiatric care in Aiken 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 match your preferences, are accepting new patients, and take your plan. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated costs before booking, compare bios, 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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.