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Top psychiatrists in Mcallen, TX accepting new patients

Find virtual and in-person therapy in McAllen across neighborhoods like Palms, Shary and Palmview. Headway connects you with 1,110 licensed providers for talk therapy and medication management, with sessions as low as $0 through insurance coverage.

Michelle Galles

Michelle Galles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in using a thoughtful, collaborative approach to help you understand how medications support mood stability, reduce cravings, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen long‐term recovery.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care,

Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. Tonya Williams

Dr. Tonya Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is rooted in the belief that effective care requires more than just medical knowledge—it requires empathy, trust, and collaboration.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Merit Nwosu

Merit Nwosu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

9898 Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX

“Our philosophy goes beyond medication alone, we take a holistic approach to mental health that includes the thoughtful use of supplements, vitamins, nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Taha Ansari

Taha Ansari

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Texas


“My style is warm, supportive, and practical — I focus on helping you feel heard while also giving you tools you can use in real life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Careen Tetuh

Dr. Careen Tetuh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

1844 Snake River Road, Katy, TX

“Skilled at analyzing patient history to build diagnosis, plan, treatment, psychotherapy, and medication management, enhancing patients with more knowledge to improve their physical and cognitive well-being after each visit.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. Obianuju Okafor

Dr. Obianuju Okafor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sugar Land, TX


“I prioritize building trusting and therapeutic relationships with my patients to ensure they feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their treatment journey.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Jennifer Adesina

Jennifer Adesina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I take a holistic and functional approach to care, offering advanced functional lab testing to uncover root causes of emotional and physical symptoms.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Participatory

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nnamdi Ofoeze

Nnamdi Ofoeze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“With a focus on holistic wellness, I aim to empower my patients to achieve their optimal mental health through therapeutic interventions, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Shankeva Pounds

Shankeva Pounds

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“You can expect whole person care. In our work together, you'll be heard, understood, and supported as we develop a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Cynthia Love

Cynthia Love

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe good psychiatric care starts with understanding the whole picture, not just checking symptoms off a list.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension Health Plan,

Martina Ezigbo

Martina Ezigbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I am passionate about mental well-being and treat everyone like family. I strive to ensure that you are never alone...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. OluwaTosin Adebiyi

Dr. OluwaTosin Adebiyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

100 Glenborough Drive, Houston, TX

“My primary goal is to build trust and develop lasting relationships with each patient by providing a positive, unique, and life-changing experience tailored to each individual's needs using evidence-based practices.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Sarah Thorpe

Sarah Thorpe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


Hello! I'm Sarah, and I'm a board-certified psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner, with additional certification in addiction medicine. I've been working in mental health for the past seven years, both in inpatient and outpatient settings. I specialize in treating women's issues such as post-partum and perinatal mental health, menopause, and PMDD. My practice also serves women and girls experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, life changes, and much more.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Mercy Ngeusang

Dr. Mercy Ngeusang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fort Worth, TX


“She believes that involving you in your treatment plan is the first step to providing informed consent in all she does, for the best outcomes to be attained.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. Amanda Kennedy

Dr. Amanda Kennedy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I am open-minded, holistic, and solution-oriented. My hope is that patients leave their appointment feeling like their concerns have been heard and addressed...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Confidence Etuk

Confidence Etuk

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I blend evidence-based strategies, clear communication, and individualized care to help you feel understood and empowered.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Adedeji Babajide

Adedeji Babajide

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and on the path to lasting mental wellness.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Ajita Gyawali Kandel

Ajita Gyawali Kandel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for adolescents and adults. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported. My approach is collaborative and personalized, focusing on helping you achieve meaningful, lasting improvements in your mental health and overall well-being.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Mojisola Nwofor

Mojisola Nwofor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is collaborative, holistic, and empowering. I believe patients should feel supported and informed when making decisions about their mental health.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Tyisha Fletcher

Tyisha Fletcher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in working with people of color by providing a safe space to focus on complete mental health.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. Darian Stephens

Dr. Darian Stephens

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

609 Main Street, Brownwood, TX

Hello! I am a board-certified Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to caring for individuals and families across Texas. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston in 2025 and my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Tech University in 2018. I have experience in emergency medicine, inpatient psychiatry, crisis services, substance detoxification, trauma, and sexual assault care—backgrounds that shape my compassionate, trauma-informed approach. I enjoy working with children (ages 5+), teens, and adults. I treat a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood and behavioral disorders, trauma, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, always with warmth, respect, and clinical expertise.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Pauline Kiragu

Pauline Kiragu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help patients feel heard, supported, and empowered as we develop a clear and personalized treatment plan.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. Lynwood Carlton

Dr. Lynwood Carlton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I am a compassionate and empathetic listener. When therapy alone is not sufficient, I can provide you with medication support as well.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Antonette Marie Pasquil

Antonette Marie Pasquil

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sugar Land, TX


“I take a holistic, open-minded approach to care, creating personalized, evidence-based treatment plans that honor each individual's unique needs.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Adebayo

Dr. Elizabeth Adebayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“As a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I provide compassionate and evidence-based care to both children and adults.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Abieyuwa Salami

Abieyuwa Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Houston, TX


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and alcohol use recovery.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. Monica Stout

Dr. Monica Stout

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I provide comprehensive evidence-based, holistic healthcare utilizing both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. Nneka Ikedinma

Dr. Nneka Ikedinma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sugar Land, TX


“I utilize a patient-centered approach in my practice and ensure that treatment is tailored to each individual patient's needs because everyone's mental health journey varies.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Jamillah Elvehoey

Jamillah Elvehoey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

24285 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX

I am a passionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping preteens, adolescents, and young adults who are grappling with the complexities of mental health disorders, such as anxiety and depression. My clients are overwhelmed by their emotions, struggling to manage daily responsibilities, relationships, and academic pressures. They may feel sad, hopeless, or experience intense anxiety that interferes with their ability to function and thrive. I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to navigate their emotional challenges, learn effective coping strategies and improve overall wellbeing,

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Shelly Thomas

Shelly Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hurst, TX


“Being an accessible, honest, and non-judgmental clinician is very important to this affable nurse practitioner.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. Michael Hall

Dr. Michael Hall

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe everyone deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported in a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Nkwanyuo

Esther Nkwanyuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Houston, TX


“I see clients across lifespan. From Ages 4 to 80 years of age. Working with different modalities simplifies and integrates different part of the puzzle.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Olamide Kolawole

Olamide Kolawole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“With 7 years of clinical experience, she has a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ihab Ibrahim

Dr. Ihab Ibrahim

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Texas


“He incorporates therapy, medication, and lifestyle modifications into treatment plans that empower clients to achieve their goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension Health Plan,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Blessing Ugbor

Dr. Blessing Ugbor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care, combining medication management with practical, supportive interventions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, Cigna,

Asana Aruna

Asana Aruna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in psychiatric nursing and additional experience practicing as a nurse practitioner.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Curative insurance

Dr. Marie Taniform

Dr. Marie Taniform

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is that patients feel respected and not judged. I can help you find the right balance to continue living life optimally.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Sameer Veerani

Sameer Veerani

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is simple- to understand my client's need , not be judgmental, and to empower them to choose from various options available.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Folashade Fadairo

Dr. Folashade Fadairo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is holistic, person-centered, and rooted in collaboration. I listen closely to your needs, help you set realistic goals, and create a treatment plan that fits your lifestyle...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Dr. Honorine Betah, Dnp

Dr. Honorine Betah, Dnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to care is collaborative, holistic, and patient-centered, focusing on understanding the whole person, not just symptoms.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, United Healthcare, Aetna,

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About our psychiatrists serving Mcallen, TX

Number of psychiatrists serving Mcallen, TX
There are over 1,112 psychiatrists in Mcallen, TX accepting new patients.
1,112+
Average years in practice
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6 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 99%Anxiety
  • 99%Depression
  • 89%Bipolar disorder
  • 89%PTSD
  • 81%ADD/ADHD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 98%Cigna
  • 91%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 79%Ascension Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 6%Yoruba
  • 5%Igbo
  • 3%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 85%Online only
  • 15%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 20%Man
License types
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  • 64%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 29%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 6%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 96%Individual therapy
  • 22%Family therapy
  • 9%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 8%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 Mcallen

Finding psychiatrists in Mcallen starts with understanding the type of care you need. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication as part of ongoing care. Therapists provide talk therapy and may work with you on concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, or bipolar disorder. Some people start with a therapist, some start with a prescriber, and some work with both. As you compare options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties match the concerns you want support for.

In a smaller market like Mcallen, local appointment options may be more limited than in larger Texas cities. Virtual psychiatry can expand your search while still giving you access to licensed psychiatrists who work with people in Texas. Medication management appointments are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. When reviewing profiles, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style, areas of focus, and appointment format.

Psychiatry in Mcallen can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your session cost and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who take your plan, verify your insurance, and show an estimated cost upfront. You can compare bios, choose virtual or in-person care when available, 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.

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