Psychiatrists in 80906

Renae Wise
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with Bright Futures Psychiatry, exclusively offering telepsychiatry appointments within the state of Colorado. Whether it is while your infant is taking their afternoon nap or you're waking up with your morning coffee, my clients have the flexibility to meet with me in the setting that is most convenient or comfortable. Visits are completed utilizing a HIPPA secure video teleconferencing platform.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with Bright Futures Psychiatry, exclusively offering telepsychiatry appointments within the state of Colorado. Whether it is while your infant is taking their afternoon nap or you're waking up with your morning coffee, my clients have the flexibility to meet with me in the setting that is most convenient or comfortable. Visits are completed utilizing a HIPPA secure video teleconferencing platform.

My ideal patient is a person or family motivated for change now. I offer cutting-edge treatments with intakes and followups within seven days to all of my patients. All patients have direct email, phone, and text access to my medical team. From young children to elite adult athletes with ADHD to people challenged by other behavioral health issues, I am enthusiastic and eager to help!
My ideal patient is a person or family motivated for change now. I offer cutting-edge treatments with intakes and followups within seven days to all of my patients. All patients have direct email, phone, and text access to my medical team. From young children to elite adult athletes with ADHD to people challenged by other behavioral health issues, I am enthusiastic and eager to help!

Kirk Stoner/Katie's Way Plus- Colorado Springs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Whether you are seeking support for a specific issue or looking to improve your overall mental wellness, I am here to help you navigate your path to recovery and growth. Together, we can work towards a brighter, healthier future. I work collaboratively with my patients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals.
Whether you are seeking support for a specific issue or looking to improve your overall mental wellness, I am here to help you navigate your path to recovery and growth. Together, we can work towards a brighter, healthier future. I work collaboratively with my patients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals.

Colorado Recovery Solutions - Deep TMS & Ketamine
Psychiatrist, DO, DABPN
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Are you frustrated with antidepressants not working? Is psychotherapy falling short of providing relief? Tired of feeling hopeless or even suicidal? Are you paralyzed by your Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, OCD, Chronic Pain, or Addiction? Do you feel misunderstood by most people around you, possibly even those you trust most? If you answered yes to any of these questions, it's time to try something new to break the cycle of frustration and improve your quality of life!
Are you frustrated with antidepressants not working? Is psychotherapy falling short of providing relief? Tired of feeling hopeless or even suicidal? Are you paralyzed by your Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, OCD, Chronic Pain, or Addiction? Do you feel misunderstood by most people around you, possibly even those you trust most? If you answered yes to any of these questions, it's time to try something new to break the cycle of frustration and improve your quality of life!

Bright Futures Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Bright Futures Psychiatry offers traditional in-office & telepsychiatry appointments to clients throughout Colorado. Our telepsychiatry platform is easy to navigate and HIPAA compliant. It simply requires clicking a link to open the video conference from the convenience & comfort of your home, office, or location of your choosing. Our goal is to provide compassionate, prompt, & reliable mental health care...resulting in Bright Futures for our clients!
Bright Futures Psychiatry offers traditional in-office & telepsychiatry appointments to clients throughout Colorado. Our telepsychiatry platform is easy to navigate and HIPAA compliant. It simply requires clicking a link to open the video conference from the convenience & comfort of your home, office, or location of your choosing. Our goal is to provide compassionate, prompt, & reliable mental health care...resulting in Bright Futures for our clients!

Clementine Health & Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC, RN
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
I am a dual-board certified NP with a background in primary care/internal medicine and now psychiatric/mental health services. I made the switch out of passion. I decided to open this practice alongside with my wife because we both have experienced our own mental health struggles and this is where we want to dedicate our careers to. Although we specialize in mental health/psychiatry, we want to focus on health and wellness, and not just medication. We want to make decisions WITH our patients and not for our patients. We do not accept court ordered evaluations.
I am a dual-board certified NP with a background in primary care/internal medicine and now psychiatric/mental health services. I made the switch out of passion. I decided to open this practice alongside with my wife because we both have experienced our own mental health struggles and this is where we want to dedicate our careers to. Although we specialize in mental health/psychiatry, we want to focus on health and wellness, and not just medication. We want to make decisions WITH our patients and not for our patients. We do not accept court ordered evaluations.

Pearl Psychiatry PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B, CPNP-PC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I combine the use of conventional medicine with evidence based psychotherapy to help identify and treat your problematic patterns.
I combine the use of conventional medicine with evidence based psychotherapy to help identify and treat your problematic patterns.

Accepting new patients in Colorado and Florida! Impact Psychiatric Care, LLC is a partnership created to provide individuals across the lifespan with mental health treatment. Our goal is to provide each patient with individualized, efficient, cost effective, and accessible care. At Impact Psychiatric Care we partner with our patients to provide them with the tools to obtain their highest level of mental health functioning. Our team is made up of Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners,
Accepting new patients in Colorado and Florida! Impact Psychiatric Care, LLC is a partnership created to provide individuals across the lifespan with mental health treatment. Our goal is to provide each patient with individualized, efficient, cost effective, and accessible care. At Impact Psychiatric Care we partner with our patients to provide them with the tools to obtain their highest level of mental health functioning. Our team is made up of Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners,

Kathy L Myatt
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
I have always had a special empathy for people at vulnerable points in their lives: birth, death, and points in-between. I want my patients to feel cozy, safe, accepted and believed. I like working alongside people as they regain hope, work through conflicts or grief, and develop a sense of well-being. It is my belief that true peace and healing can only occur with a full understanding of the individual and how they relate to the world around them.
I have always had a special empathy for people at vulnerable points in their lives: birth, death, and points in-between. I want my patients to feel cozy, safe, accepted and believed. I like working alongside people as they regain hope, work through conflicts or grief, and develop a sense of well-being. It is my belief that true peace and healing can only occur with a full understanding of the individual and how they relate to the world around them.

Now Accepting New Patients—Book Your Appointment Today! I'm Kyle Dietz, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in healthcare. My background spans emergency care, acute care, and psychiatric emergency care, providing me with a well-rounded skill set to address various mental health needs. I earned my advanced degree from Clarkson College in Omaha, NE, building a strong foundation in mental health care.
Now Accepting New Patients—Book Your Appointment Today! I'm Kyle Dietz, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in healthcare. My background spans emergency care, acute care, and psychiatric emergency care, providing me with a well-rounded skill set to address various mental health needs. I earned my advanced degree from Clarkson College in Omaha, NE, building a strong foundation in mental health care.

Open Availability This Week—Call to Reserve Your Spot! Hi, I’m Angel Julmy, PMHNP-BC, and I bring a unique perspective to mental health care. Before becoming a nurse practitioner, I worked in the oilfield, airlines, and industrial sectors. Those experiences taught me just how challenging it can be to balance life’s demands while maintaining mental wellness. I know how overwhelming it can feel, and I’m here to provide compassionate support and guidance to help you find balance and resilience.
Open Availability This Week—Call to Reserve Your Spot! Hi, I’m Angel Julmy, PMHNP-BC, and I bring a unique perspective to mental health care. Before becoming a nurse practitioner, I worked in the oilfield, airlines, and industrial sectors. Those experiences taught me just how challenging it can be to balance life’s demands while maintaining mental wellness. I know how overwhelming it can feel, and I’m here to provide compassionate support and guidance to help you find balance and resilience.
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Amanda Haworth
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN , CNM, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Taking New Clients! My ideal client will have issues with mood disorders, anxiety, and/or trauma. They will need help in managing their disorder. Their goal will be to incorporate therapeutic, lifestyle modifications, supplements, and/or medicinal modalities to improve their sense of life. The client wants to improve their overall value of life. They want to feel as if they have a purpose and feel joy in obtaining that purpose.
Taking New Clients! My ideal client will have issues with mood disorders, anxiety, and/or trauma. They will need help in managing their disorder. Their goal will be to incorporate therapeutic, lifestyle modifications, supplements, and/or medicinal modalities to improve their sense of life. The client wants to improve their overall value of life. They want to feel as if they have a purpose and feel joy in obtaining that purpose.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.

Accepting New Patients! As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve their full potential and lead a fulfilling life. My goal is to take a comprehensive and holistic approach to care, considering all the factors that may impact a person's mental health and well-being. This includes working in collaboration with my patients, their families, and other healthcare providers to ensure that the care provided is safe, effective, patient-centered, and tailored to meet each individual's unique needs. To check my availability go to our website and my first available will be listed there.
Accepting New Patients! As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve their full potential and lead a fulfilling life. My goal is to take a comprehensive and holistic approach to care, considering all the factors that may impact a person's mental health and well-being. This includes working in collaboration with my patients, their families, and other healthcare providers to ensure that the care provided is safe, effective, patient-centered, and tailored to meet each individual's unique needs. To check my availability go to our website and my first available will be listed there.

Alejandro Gutierrez, PMHNP, is an Advanced Practice Nurse at LifeStance Health, providing comprehensive mental health care to individuals throughout Colorado. He approaches each client holistically, incorporating medication management and therapy to address mental health challenges. Alejandro helps clients navigate a wide range of concerns, from anxiety and depression to substance use disorders, by integrating mind, body, and spiritual wellness into his care model. He works with children, teens, and adults, offering personalized treatment plans designed to guide clients toward lasting improvement in their mental health.
Alejandro Gutierrez, PMHNP, is an Advanced Practice Nurse at LifeStance Health, providing comprehensive mental health care to individuals throughout Colorado. He approaches each client holistically, incorporating medication management and therapy to address mental health challenges. Alejandro helps clients navigate a wide range of concerns, from anxiety and depression to substance use disorders, by integrating mind, body, and spiritual wellness into his care model. He works with children, teens, and adults, offering personalized treatment plans designed to guide clients toward lasting improvement in their mental health.

Jami is a board certified Psychiatric mental health Nurse practitioner. She received her undergraduate degree in nursing from the University of Missouri and her graduate degree from Maryville University. She has been a nurse since 2007, with the majority of those years working in the psychiatric field at psychiatric hospitals as well as outpatient clinics. Jami’s philosophy is that mental healthcare relies on a culture of acceptance and openness. As a provider, Jami works hard to foster a safe environment for all patients. Her goal is to partner with you to develop an individualized treatment plan with an open-minded approach.
Jami is a board certified Psychiatric mental health Nurse practitioner. She received her undergraduate degree in nursing from the University of Missouri and her graduate degree from Maryville University. She has been a nurse since 2007, with the majority of those years working in the psychiatric field at psychiatric hospitals as well as outpatient clinics. Jami’s philosophy is that mental healthcare relies on a culture of acceptance and openness. As a provider, Jami works hard to foster a safe environment for all patients. Her goal is to partner with you to develop an individualized treatment plan with an open-minded approach.

Juliet Glass- New Patient Availability
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Welcome! If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other mental health challenges, and are seeking a fresh approach to your care, you’re in the right place. I specialize in integrating pharmaceutical and functional medicine to create a holistic treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs. My goal is to not only address your symptoms but to understand the underlying factors contributing to your struggles, empowering you to achieve lasting wellness. Together, we will explore innovative strategies that nourish both your mind and body, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
Welcome! If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other mental health challenges, and are seeking a fresh approach to your care, you’re in the right place. I specialize in integrating pharmaceutical and functional medicine to create a holistic treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs. My goal is to not only address your symptoms but to understand the underlying factors contributing to your struggles, empowering you to achieve lasting wellness. Together, we will explore innovative strategies that nourish both your mind and body, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

Tiffany Pittman | Northwind Holistic Psychiatry
Physician Assistant, MPAS, PA-C
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Everyone deserves psychiatric care where they feel valued and understood. My approach combines psychiatric medication with holistic therapies, focusing on your overall well-being. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, empathetic care, supporting you throughout your journey to mental health and wellness. Together, we will explore personalized treatment options that align with your unique experiences and goals. Visit the website to learn more and schedule your intake appointment or a complimentary 15-minute consultation today!
Everyone deserves psychiatric care where they feel valued and understood. My approach combines psychiatric medication with holistic therapies, focusing on your overall well-being. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, empathetic care, supporting you throughout your journey to mental health and wellness. Together, we will explore personalized treatment options that align with your unique experiences and goals. Visit the website to learn more and schedule your intake appointment or a complimentary 15-minute consultation today!

Child, Adolescent, & Family Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I provide early intervention and integrative approaches, such as communication with all providers, schools, and support teams. I design individualized treatment plans for a variety of mental health disorders. I primarily work with children, adolescents, and young adults. I encourage relationships within family systems, fostering opportunity for patients to be heard and to feel known within the context of their story.
I provide early intervention and integrative approaches, such as communication with all providers, schools, and support teams. I design individualized treatment plans for a variety of mental health disorders. I primarily work with children, adolescents, and young adults. I encourage relationships within family systems, fostering opportunity for patients to be heard and to feel known within the context of their story.
Amber Trujillo is an advanced practice nurse at LifeStance Health, dedicated to providing compassionate and expert mental health care to individuals across Colorado. She specializes in delivering personalized psychiatric evaluations and medication management to help her patients achieve mental wellness. Amber works with individuals ages 5 and up, including children, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors, ensuring a broad spectrum of care tailored to each unique phase of life. Amber is particularly passionate about addressing ADHD, anxiety, and childhood behavior issues.
Amber Trujillo is an advanced practice nurse at LifeStance Health, dedicated to providing compassionate and expert mental health care to individuals across Colorado. She specializes in delivering personalized psychiatric evaluations and medication management to help her patients achieve mental wellness. Amber works with individuals ages 5 and up, including children, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors, ensuring a broad spectrum of care tailored to each unique phase of life. Amber is particularly passionate about addressing ADHD, anxiety, and childhood behavior issues.
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How does your Psychiatrist compare?
Number of Psychiatrists in 80906
30+
Average cost per session
$200
Psychiatrists in 80906 who prioritize treating:
88% | Anxiety |
82% | Depression |
82% | Trauma and PTSD |
79% | ADHD |
76% | Bipolar Disorder |
76% | Medication Management |
61% | Sleep or Insomnia |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
92% | Aetna |
88% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
84% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Psychiatrists in 80906 see their clients
76% | In Person and Online | |
24% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
21% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in 80906?
The Psychology Today Directory enables users to search specifically for psychiatrists by selecting the provider type from the drop-down menu, and filtering results by city, zip code, or the psychiatrist's name. The search results feature detailed profiles that outline each professional's treatment approach, areas of expertise, credentials, fees, payment options, and accepted insurance. Results include both psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), who hold advanced practice nursing degrees. Users can refine their search for a specific type of psychiatric provider using the "Provider Type" filter.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical specialists dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, and treating brain disorders and mental health conditions. As physicians, they are trained to identify the often subtle biological factors underlying mental disorders and to monitor how mental health treatments may impact other physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychiatrists are licensed to prescribe medication and typically conduct shorter sessions that focus on medication management rather than intensive psychotherapy.
In contrast, psychologists are particularly attuned to the impact of early experiences on development, behavior, emotions, and cognitive processes. They often take a holistic approach to assessing and treating clients, considering aspects of personality and social functioning. Although psychologists cannot prescribe medication, they are frequently skilled in administering psychological tests—such as IQ tests, personality assessments, and behavioral evaluations—to assess an individual's functioning. Psychologists often engage in longer, more psychotherapy-focused sessions compared to psychiatrists.
In contrast, psychologists are particularly attuned to the impact of early experiences on development, behavior, emotions, and cognitive processes. They often take a holistic approach to assessing and treating clients, considering aspects of personality and social functioning. Although psychologists cannot prescribe medication, they are frequently skilled in administering psychological tests—such as IQ tests, personality assessments, and behavioral evaluations—to assess an individual's functioning. Psychologists often engage in longer, more psychotherapy-focused sessions compared to psychiatrists.
What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner and what is the difference with a psychiatrist?
A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), also known as a mental health nurse practitioner or psychiatric nurse practitioner, is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed advanced training in psychiatric care, earning at least a master’s degree in psychiatric nursing. To become Board-Certified (PMHNP-BC), psychiatric nurse practitioners must also pass a national exam that tests their clinical psychiatric knowledge.
Like psychiatrists, PMHNPs are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. However, PMHNPs and psychiatrists differ in their training experience. While PMHNPs can complete their credentialing requirements (full bachelor's and master's degree training) in as few as 6 years, psychiatrists often spend upwards of 12 years to complete their bachelor's, medical doctorate degree, and residency training requirements. Because of training differences, some states require PMHNPs to be supervised by or enter into a collaborative agreement with a physician in order to prescribe medication.
When deciding to work with a psychiatrist or PMHNP, clients should consider factors such therapeutic fit, cost, and availability. Psychiatrists may have more substantial training in treating more severe psychiatric conditions, as well as in providing more specialized treatment services, such as child psychiatry. However, psychiatrists may be inaccessible to some clients, as their cost and availability may be prohibitive. It can often be easier for clients to find a PMHNP with openings for new clients when compared to psychiatrists, and PMHNPs may also offer lower cost treatment options for clients looking to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Like psychiatrists, PMHNPs are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. However, PMHNPs and psychiatrists differ in their training experience. While PMHNPs can complete their credentialing requirements (full bachelor's and master's degree training) in as few as 6 years, psychiatrists often spend upwards of 12 years to complete their bachelor's, medical doctorate degree, and residency training requirements. Because of training differences, some states require PMHNPs to be supervised by or enter into a collaborative agreement with a physician in order to prescribe medication.
When deciding to work with a psychiatrist or PMHNP, clients should consider factors such therapeutic fit, cost, and availability. Psychiatrists may have more substantial training in treating more severe psychiatric conditions, as well as in providing more specialized treatment services, such as child psychiatry. However, psychiatrists may be inaccessible to some clients, as their cost and availability may be prohibitive. It can often be easier for clients to find a PMHNP with openings for new clients when compared to psychiatrists, and PMHNPs may also offer lower cost treatment options for clients looking to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Can a psychiatrist or a PMHNP prescribe medication?
The Psychology Today directory features two primary types of psychiatric professionals: psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). Both are generally authorized to prescribe psychiatric medications. In 28 states, PMHNPs have full practice authority, allowing them to provide the complete spectrum of psychiatric care, including independent medication prescribing and management. In other states, however, PMHNPs are required to work under the supervision or in collaboration with a physician to prescribe medication. Both psychiatrists and PMHNPs may also offer additional services, such as psychotherapy, counseling, and care coordination, for clients seeking psychiatric care.
Do psychiatrists or PMHNPs offer therapy?
Both psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including traditional psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), pharmacotherapy, and, occasionally, various somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists and PMHNPs make a diagnosis and determine a course of treatment based on chemical or biological factors, using lab tests, brain scans and physical and psychological evaluations.
While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most psychiatry sessions may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management; this is frequently the case for both psychiatrists and PMHNPs. However, medication providers who do not offer psychotherapy usually work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians who do offer these services, and they can refer clients seeking more traditional psychotherapy services to their care.
While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most psychiatry sessions may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management; this is frequently the case for both psychiatrists and PMHNPs. However, medication providers who do not offer psychotherapy usually work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians who do offer these services, and they can refer clients seeking more traditional psychotherapy services to their care.
How do I know if I need a psychiatrist, a PMHNP, or a therapist?
It is not always easy to know which type of mental health practitioner to choose. Many people are unaware of the root of their mental or behavioral problem and may be unaware of the differences in support provided by various mental health professionals. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider (PCP) first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the PCP may review their medical history and provide guidance or a referral to the appropriate type of provider.
A referral to a psychiatrist or PMHNP is most often made when a client is in need of psychiatric medication management or assessment. These professionals are specifically trained to prescribe psychiatric medications, when necessary, for a client; however, they generally do not provide supportive psychotherapy on an ongoing basis. A therapist or psychologist, in contrast, can provide supportive psychotherapy but is unable to prescribe medications. Because of their unique roles, some clients see both a medication prescriber (either a psychiatrist or PMHNP) and a therapist at the same time to address their psychiatric concerns holistically. Many psychiatrists and psychologists are very open to referring clients to other professionals if unable to meet the client's needs or if they think the client could use additional support from a different type of professional.
A referral to a psychiatrist or PMHNP is most often made when a client is in need of psychiatric medication management or assessment. These professionals are specifically trained to prescribe psychiatric medications, when necessary, for a client; however, they generally do not provide supportive psychotherapy on an ongoing basis. A therapist or psychologist, in contrast, can provide supportive psychotherapy but is unable to prescribe medications. Because of their unique roles, some clients see both a medication prescriber (either a psychiatrist or PMHNP) and a therapist at the same time to address their psychiatric concerns holistically. Many psychiatrists and psychologists are very open to referring clients to other professionals if unable to meet the client's needs or if they think the client could use additional support from a different type of professional.
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist or a PMHNP?
A referral to a psychiatrist or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) is often not required. However, consulting your primary care physician (PCP) first can be beneficial and may streamline the process of getting the care you need. Your PCP can help determine whether psychiatric care is necessary or if another type of mental health support might be more appropriate. Additionally, some insurance plans require a PCP referral to cover part or all of the costs associated with seeing a specialist. Obtaining a referral can also expedite the appointment process, particularly in areas with provider shortages or for clients seeking specialists in fields like child psychiatry.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed professional?
Yes, all professionals listed in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory are licensed to provide mental health services in the state(s) where they practice. The directory includes a variety of providers such as psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), physician assistants, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. Each provider must hold a valid license issued by their state regulatory body to be listed. In addition, Psychology Today offers a verification process for certain providers, signified by a 'Verified' symbol next to their profile. This badge indicates that the provider’s primary credential or license has been independently verified by Psychology Today.