Find a psychiatrist in Winchester, VA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Winchester, VA accepting new patients
Therapy in Winchester starts with Headway's network of 372 providers serving communities throughout the region. Access talk therapy and medication management with flexible scheduling, free consultations, and appointments available within days. Insurance coverage helps reduce your costs significantly.
Hello, my name is Denise Cole and I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner providing medication management services for anxiety/depressive/bipolar disorders, OCD, and PTSD. I recognize the importance of mental health on overall health. I look forward to helping you work towards your goals and achieve wellness. Let’s get started.
I am a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with several years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in a wide range of treatment areas including depression, anxiety, autism, oppositional defiant disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. I have worked in several different settings and enjoy providing care through telehealth, which offers access to quality care when it is needed.
About our psychiatrists serving Winchester, 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 Winchester, VA
Finding psychiatrists in Winchester starts with understanding the type of mental health care you want to book. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. Medication management may be part of care for concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD. Some people start with a psychiatrist, some start with a therapist, and some work with both. As you compare Winchester psychiatrists, look for specialties, training, and bio details that match your needs.
In a smaller city like Winchester, local psychiatry appointments may be more limited than in larger Virginia markets. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you search for care that fits your schedule. Psychiatric medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so availability, appointment format, and follow-up timing can matter when choosing a psychiatrist. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand each clinician’s approach, areas of focus, and what to expect from an appointment.
Psychiatric care in Winchester can be a significant expense without insurance, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who accept your plan, are accepting new patients, and offer upfront cost estimates before you book. You can search by insurance, appointment format, specialty, and availability, then review bios 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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