Find a psychiatrist in El Paso, TX — covered by insurance


Top psychiatrists in El Paso, TX accepting new patients
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I am a board-certified Nurse practitioner with many years of critical care experience. My provider strength leverages a wealth of experience from critical care, which provides me with a unique lens for my psychiatric mental health practice. I strongly believe that a complete healing stabilizes both the mind and the body. So, I am uniquely equipped to manage complex cases at intersection of acute illness and mental health crisis. I also believe in personalized shared care planning that respects and honors patient's unique needs and preferences. My goal is to deliver exceptional and compassionate care that supports whole-wellbeing by stabilizing the mind.
Judith enjoys working with diverse groups and people from different cultures. She practices improving mental wellness and quality of life for her patients. She treats children, adolescents, and adults ages twelve and above. Judith is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and a 2022 graduate of University of Texas at Arlington. She is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and has 10 years of psychiatry experience.
I am a Compassionate Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to helping people navigate their mental health journey. With nearly 20 years of global nursing experience providing both psychiatric and medical care across the lifespan, I offer a unique, holistic perspective on well-being. My approach centers on comprehensive psychiatric assessment, careful medication management, and expert crisis intervention. I’m passionate about building genuine therapeutic relationships, collaborating with other providers, and promoting evidence-based, patient-centered mental health care.
Finding the right mental health provider can feel overwhelming, especially if you've tried therapy or medications in the past without getting the relief you were hoping for. My goal is to help you move beyond simply managing symptoms and toward feeling like yourself again.
I am a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) with over 16 years of healthcare experience. I specialize in treating adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, insomnia, OCD, and treatment-resistant mood disorders. My advanced psychiatric training was completed through Monmouth University and Wilkes University, where I focused on Evidence-based psychiatric care.
I believe that effective treatment starts with understanding the whole person not just the diagnosis. Together, we'll explore the biological, psychological, and lifestyle factors contributing to your symptoms and develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your goals. My approach combines thoughtful medication management with practical therapeutic strategies that you can apply in everyday life.
For individuals whose depression has not improved after trying multiple antidepressants, I also evaluate and provide treatment options such as Spravato (esketamine) when clinically appropriate. My focus is always on finding the safest, most effective treatment based on your unique needs.
Patients often describe me as warm, approachable, honest, and solution focused. I strive to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your treatment decisions. Whether you're seeking help for the first time or looking for a new approach after previous treatments haven't worked, I'm committed to helping you build lasting emotional wellness and improve your quality of life.
Hi, I'm Adaobi — a Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in nursing and outpatient mental health care.
If you're looking for someone who will truly listen, you're in the right place. My clients often tell me that what they value most is feeling heard — and that's exactly where I start. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or something you can't quite name yet, I'm here to help you make sense of it without judgment.
I’m Dr. Emem Nkanga, Doctor of Nursing Practice. I believe that everyone deserves a personalized and compassionate approach to mental health care. I bring over 20 years of experience in healthcare, with a focused dedication to psychiatry over the past 4 years. My passion lies in supporting mental health and emotional well-being.
I work with children ages 10 and above, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds who are experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, insomnia, and more.
About our psychiatrists serving El Paso, TX



- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 91%Bipolar disorder
- 89%PTSD
- 81%OCD

- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 88%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 73%Ascension

- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 6%Igbo
- 6%Yoruba
- 3%Hindi

- 84%Online only
- 16%In-person or online

- 79%Woman
- 20%Man

- 59%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 34%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

- 95%Individual therapy
- 21%Family therapy
- 7%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions


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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 El Paso, TX
Finding psychiatrists in El Paso starts with knowing what kind of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can also prescribe and manage medication. Therapists support care through talk therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, training, and approach before choosing a fit.
In a mid-sized city like El Paso, your search may include psychiatrists near Central El Paso, Northeast El Paso, Eastwood, or providers who offer virtual appointments across Texas. In-person care may work well if you prefer a local office, while virtual appointments can help if your schedule, commute, or location makes office visits harder to fit in. Psychiatric appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether a free phone consultation is offered, and what each bio says about communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in El Paso 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 you book. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients with your plan. You can review bios, see available appointment times, get an estimated out-of-pocket cost, 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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