Find a psychiatrist in Leesburg, VA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Leesburg, VA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Leesburg, Virginia across neighborhoods like Downtown, Loudoun Valley, and Catoctin Foothills. Headway connects you with 372 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. With insurance accepted and an average savings of 75% per session, quality care is accessible.
Dr. Ifeoma (Ify) Elebo is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. As a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. My approach is to empower the individual through a holistic problem-solving process. My focus areas include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Substance abuse.
Hello! My name is Melissa Sharp, and I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in treating individuals aged 6 through middle-aged adults who are navigating mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, mood changes, ADHD, and life transitions.
I am Dr. LaTaya T. Whitaker, DNP, PMHNP‐BC, FNP‐BC, a dual‐certified Nurse Practitioner with more than twenty years of experience in primary care, urgent care, occupational health, and psychiatric mental health. My practice is grounded in whole‐person, evidence‐based care that supports both physical and emotional wellbeing. Over the years, I’ve worked in federal agency clinics, community health settings, and academic nursing programs, where I’ve had the privilege of teaching and mentoring students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma‐related concerns, mood disorders, and life transitions. I am deeply committed to providing accessible, equitable mental health care and helping individuals move toward stability, clarity, and long‐term wellness.
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I am a dual-certified Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC, AGACNP-BC) providing integrative psychiatric care for adolescents and adults in Virginia. I work with concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, burnout, mood disorders, and life transitions. My work centers on understanding the whole person, not just symptoms.
About our psychiatrists serving Leesburg, VA
- 99%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 86%PTSD
- 86%Bipolar disorder
- 84%ADD/ADHD
- 100%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 58%Oxford
- 99%English
- 4%French
- 4%Spanish
- 3%Igbo
- 3%Twi
- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online
- 84%Woman
- 16%Man
- 93%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 1%Clinical Nurse Specialist
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 95%Individual therapy
- 19%Family therapy
- 6%Couples therapy
- 5%Child or adolescent 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 Leesburg, VA
Finding the right psychiatrist in Leesburg starts with understanding what kind of care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy and support. If you’re looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, a psychiatrist may be a good fit. As you compare Leesburg psychiatrists, look for training, listed specialties, and profile details that match the kind of support you want.
In a smaller city like Leesburg, local psychiatry appointments may be more limited, so virtual care can help expand your options across Virginia. Psychiatry visits for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people choose to work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, review each psychiatrist’s bio for availability, session format, communication style, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.
Psychiatric care in Leesburg 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 your first visit. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your preferences, accept your plan, and are ready to see new patients. You can compare profiles, see estimated costs after adding insurance details, 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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