Find a psychiatrist in Texas — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Texas accepting new patients
Texas residents can now access affordable mental health care through Headway's network of 960 licensed providers offering evidence-based approaches like CBT and EMDR. With 70+ insurance plans accepted and flexible virtual or in-person options, quality care is within reach across the state.
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management. I specialize in adults/ college students struggling with mood instability, women’s mental health, including pregnancy and postpartum. As well as working with families navigating schizophrenia and or mood disorders. I believe healing begins when the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—is nurtured. My approach goes beyond medication alone, blending evidence-based psychiatric treatment with lifestyle and wellness strategies designed to restore balance and promote lasting emotional well-being.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Houston Christian University and my Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University.
I provide compassionate, personalized care to adults navigating life’s challenges, including bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, panic disorder, social anxiety, grief. I combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, psychotherapy, and medication management to address your unique needs.
Going beyond diagnosis and treatment; I am fostering strong communication and trust. At every step, I'm here to listen, understand, and work with you towards achieving mental wellness. Let's embark on this path together, towards a brighter, healthier tomorrow.
I am dedicated to offering mental health services of the highest caliber. I am caring and provide comprehensive care to adolescents and adults. I bring strong clinical abilities along with a natural ability to connect with patients and their families. I follow recommendations grounded in evidence-based guidelines, clinical knowledge, and individual observation. As a PMHNP-BC, I serve in many roles, including public health educator and mental health advocate. My goal is to provide quality mental health care services to all.
As a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner, Allyson offers comprehensive individualized care for children, teens, and adults. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern Nazarene University. Throughout her nursing career, she primarily worked as a pediatric travel nurse, which allowed her to gain a wide range of experiences. It was during this time that she developed a passion for mental health. She then became board certified and licensed as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Walden University.
Allyson is known for her compassion and empathy toward each patient under her care. In her free time, Allyson enjoys spending quality time with her family, friends, and French Bulldog. She also loves to travel, workout, and spend time in nature.
My name is Chitom Azubike. I studied at University Texas Medical Center, Galveston for my
About our psychiatrists serving Texas
- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 91%Bipolar disorder
- 89%PTSD
- 81%OCD
- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 89%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
- 1%In-person only
- 79%Woman
- 20%Man
- 59%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 34%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 21%Family therapy
- 7%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%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 Texas
Searching for psychiatrists in Texas starts with knowing what kind of mental health care you want. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy and related support. Both can be valid entry points depending on your needs. People often look for psychiatric care for anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or medication management. Across a large state like Texas, the right fit may vary by region, so review each psychiatrist’s training, listed specialties, and care focus before you book.
In Houston, Dallas, Austin, and other parts of Texas, your search may include both in-person and virtual psychiatry options. Medication management appointments are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so availability, appointment format, and scheduling flexibility can matter as much as location. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Reading bios can help you understand whether a psychiatrist focuses on evaluation, ongoing medication management, therapy, or a combination of services.
Psychiatric care in Texas can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and browse Texas psychiatrists who are accepting new patients with your plan. Nationally, Headway partners with 100+ insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm what coverage is available in Texas and see your estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking.
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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