Find a psychiatrist in Bluffton, SC — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Bluffton, SC accepting new patients
Mental health support is accessible in Bluffton with Headway's 68 licensed providers serving neighborhoods like Buckingham and Old Town. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, covered by insurance, with patients averaging 75% savings on care.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues, OCD, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who works with adolescents and adults. I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and sleep problems. My goal is to make mental health care feel comfortable, straightforward, and personalized. I want you to feel heard and involved in every decision about your care.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who offers caring, evidence-based medication management across the lifespan. I focus on treating ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety disorders, panic disorder, and insomnia, and I work closely with each person to understand their unique experiences and goals.
I believe mental health care should be supportive, never rushed or judgmental. My approach is patient-centered and practical. I take time to listen, explain your options, and include you in every treatment decision. Whether you are starting medication, making changes to your current plan, or seeking more balance and clarity, I want you to feel heard and empowered.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Identity issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Narlin Smith
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person
8761 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SCHello! I would love to get you scheduled. Please call our office at 843-212-6979 for an appointment.
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, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford,
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Christina Blake
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person
106 West Georgia Road, Simpsonville, SCChristina offers medication management, psychiatric evaluations, and computerized ADHD testing in unhurried appointments that allow her patients to feel heard and empowered. Christina is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience with teens, adults, and older adults. She empowers patients to take control of their treatment and their lives. She offers virtual and in person visits.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
I'm Paula McKnight-Leggette, a psychiatric nurse practitioner serving patients across South Carolina through telehealth. I focus my practice on anxiety, depression, and stress — the things so many people carry quietly for years before they reach out. Watching people struggle through it day after day is a big part of why I do this work. I'm an optimist by nature, and that isn't something I leave at the door. I've seen people get better, and that belief shapes how I show up for every person I work with. Outside of work, you'll find me traveling, shopping, or spending time with my family. Those are the things that fill me back up.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Sleep disorder,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Curative, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Hi there, I am Georgina. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 40 years in healthcare overall. My career has taken me through nephrology, home health, and nurse education, and each chapter has deepened my respect for the whole person behind every diagnosis. I am known for warm, holistic care that honors your body, mind, and spirit.
Outside of work I love to give back through volunteering and service, and while my faith is an important part of who I am, I never push it and only bring it into our work together if you ask.
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health
Hello, I’m Ashley Nelson. I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and therapist dedicated to helping individuals move from surviving to truly thriving. With a background in psychiatric nursing, emergency medicine, and specialized training as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), I bring over a decade of diverse healthcare experience, blending clinical expertise with a deep understanding of human resilience in the face of crisis. My practice focuses on supporting adults, children, and families through life’s challenges — including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and the unique stressors faced by military members, first responders, nurses, and other helping professionals.
I have a deep passion for working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and complex trauma, providing a safe, compassionate space where healing feels possible. My approach blends evidence-based psychiatric care with practical, real-life strategies, empowering clients to reclaim their sense of control, rebuild confidence, and create lives that feel meaningful again.
With additional licenses in Louisiana, Utah, Arizona, Tennessee, and Florida, I can see patients via telehealth from across the country.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Women's issues,
Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
I’m a Board‐Certified Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of nursing experience and a genuine passion for supporting emotional well‐being. I specialize in depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, and psychotic disorders, and I provide compassionate, personalized care for adults 18 and older. With a Master of Science in Nursing from Francis Marion University, I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where healing can begin and people feel truly supported.
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management,
Accepts Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford,
About our psychiatrists serving Bluffton, SC
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 87%PTSD
- 85%Bipolar disorder
- 79%ADD/ADHD
- 97%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 97%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 62%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 62%Curative
- 100%English
- 1%French
- 1%German
- 1%Igbo
- 1%Malayalam
- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online
- 90%Woman
- 10%Man
- 100%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 93%Individual therapy
- 24%Family therapy
- 6%Child or adolescent therapy
- 4%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 Bluffton
Finding psychiatrists in Bluffton starts with understanding the type of care you want. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists focus on talk therapy and do not prescribe. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, background, and approach to see whether they match your needs.
Bluffton is a smaller market, so local psychiatry appointments may be more limited than in larger South Carolina cities. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you choose a psychiatrist licensed in South Carolina. Psychiatric care often includes shorter, less frequent appointments than therapy, especially for medication management. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, read psychiatrist bios for details on availability, appointment format, communication style, and whether a free phone consultation is offered.
Psychiatric care in Bluffton 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 your first appointment. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and verifies your insurance before you book, so you can compare options, review bios, see estimated costs upfront, 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.