Find a psychiatrist in Columbia, SC — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Columbia, SC accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Columbia across neighborhoods like Shandon, Forest Hills, and Downtown. Headway connects you with 66 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Work with your insurance to access affordable care, with many clients paying as little as $0 per session.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and owner of Holos Psychiatry. I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults, and specialize in ADHD, OCD, anxiety, and depression. I provide holistic, integrative care tailored to each individual.
I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, passionate about helping people find balance, healing, and peace of mind. I understand that reaching out for help can be a difficult decision, and my goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, supported, and understood. I have personal and professional experience treating substance abuse, depression, and grief, and my passion is to help those who struggle.
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.
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.
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.
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.
About our psychiatrists serving Columbia, SC
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 89%PTSD
- 88%Bipolar disorder
- 85%ADD/ADHD
- 98%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 94%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 58%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 56%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 100%English
- 5%Spanish
- 2%French
- 2%German
- 2%Igbo
- 82%Online only
- 18%In-person or online
- 91%Woman
- 9%Man
- 100%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 94%Individual therapy
- 23%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 Columbia, SC
Finding psychiatrists in Columbia starts with understanding what kind of care you want. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication as part of your care. Therapists provide talk therapy and do not prescribe. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, a psychiatrist or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner may fit your needs. As you compare options, look for listed specialties, population experience, and bio details that match what you want help with.
Columbia has a smaller local market than many major cities, so virtual appointments can expand the number of psychiatrists available to you across South Carolina. In-person care may be a good fit if you prefer an office setting near neighborhoods like Shandon, Forest Hills, or Downtown. Virtual care may work better if your schedule, commute, or location makes office visits harder to plan. Psychiatric medication management visits 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. Before booking, review each psychiatrist’s profile for availability, session format, communication style, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.
Psychiatric care in Columbia can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients, match your preferences, and take your insurance. You can enter your insurance details to see estimated costs upfront, 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.
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