Find a psychiatrist in Forney, TX — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Forney, TX accepting new patients
Forney therapy services connect you with experienced providers across the community, from East Forney to surrounding areas. Headway offers sessions as soon as tomorrow with 1,071 providers, accepting most major insurance plans to keep costs manageable.
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.
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Margaret Quartey-Papafio
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Richardson, TX
My name is Keri Kendall, I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I believe prioritizing your mental health is the key to living a well balanced life. Healthcare should always be about customer service. and putting you first is our business. Reaching out for help is the hardest step in the process, so congratulations your journey starts today.
Hi, I’m Dr. Aminah Abdikadir, DNP, PMHNP-BC. I’ve spent nearly a decade helping individuals improve their mental health through inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth care. I believe in a holistic approach that looks at the whole person mind, body, and environment to create lasting change. My style is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel balanced and empowered as you navigate life’s challenges.
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Dr. Victoria Benson, DNP, APRN-CNP, PMHNP-BC, is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) with 17 years of experience in health care and 4 years of experience in psychiatry treatments.
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.
Margarita Rice is a double-board-certified psychiatric-mental health and family nurse practitioner. Her education and clinical experience give her a well-rounded perspective on physical and mental well-being. She treats mental health, metabolic health (wellness, weight loss, prediabetes), and hormone health (BHRT for men and women.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner that is interested in providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health care services through psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. I come from a strong nursing background, with over 10 years of experience working with clients experiencing changes to their mental and physical health in both outpatient and inpatient settings. My educational background includes a Master of Science from the University of Texas Health Science Center of Houston, Cizik School of Nursing and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Texas Tech University Health Science Center.
I am a board certified Psychiatric MentalHealth Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing holistic,compassionate and empathetic care to kids, adolescents, adults and families who are facing mental health challenges. I have over 20 years of experience in diverse setting, including high acuity out patient psychiatric care, crisis intervention and relapse prevention as well as family centered psychiatric care. I combine evidence based practice with patient approach to treatment. My focus is on MOOD DISORDERS, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION AND ADHD and offer medication management as well as supportive psychotherapy and pychoeducation. I help to empowre individual on their recovery journey in a stigma free environment. I am committed to accessible quality mental health to all.
About our psychiatrists serving Forney, TX
- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 91%Bipolar disorder
- 89%PTSD
- 81%ADD/ADHD
- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 85%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 76%Ascension
- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 6%Yoruba
- 5%Igbo
- 3%Hindi
- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online
- 79%Woman
- 20%Man
- 62%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 31%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 21%Family therapy
- 8%Child or adolescent therapy
- 8%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 Forney
Finding psychiatrists in Forney starts with knowing whether psychiatric care matches what you need. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication plans. Therapists provide talk therapy and other forms of support. Both can be helpful entry points, depending on your goals. If you are looking for care related to anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, experience, and approach before booking.
In a smaller city like Forney, local in-person psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger nearby areas. Virtual appointments can expand your choices while still keeping care connected to your schedule. Psychiatric medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people also work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style, visit structure, and areas of focus.
Psychiatric care in Forney 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 makes that process easier by helping you find psychiatrists who match your needs, confirm whether they accept your insurance, and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details, see estimated costs before you book, review psychiatrist profiles, and schedule 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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