Psychiatrists in Birmingham, AL

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Ioana N Shirley
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Hello, I am Ioana Shirley, medical doctor board certified in Child and Adult Psychiatry. I have 30 years of daily experience in the outpatient treatment of all psychiatric disorders, using a variety of modalities that include therapy, medications, family interventions, TMS, Esketamine etc. I believe that the success of all psychiatric and psychological interventions depends on the provider's training and skills, but also on the relationship between you and this provider. I offer a one stop safe, private and respectful place for psychoeducation, counseling and complex treatments. Healing is the goal in our partnership.
(205) 624-0062
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Birmingham, AL 35242
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Chenhang Zou
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Zou is welcoming new patients seeking specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric concerns. As a holistic psychiatrist, Dr. Zou draws from a wide-ranging toolbox of treatment options - including psychotherapy, psycho-education and lifestyle adaptations in addition to medication where appropriate. Consequently, patients benefit from a well-integrated approach to care that is both systematic and thorough.
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Birmingham, AL 35203
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Not accepting new clients
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The Approach Forward
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Hello, I'm Bridget, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who provides medication evaluations and follow-up/medication management assessments. My top priority is the well being of my patients and their families and I pride myself in providing the absolute highest quality of psychiatric care. After an initial session, where together we will discuss your history and concerns, we will formulate a plan for increased well-being, which may include the initiation of psychiatric medications, as well as a plan for other modalities, including diet, exercise and proper rest.
(205) 973-4880
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Birmingham, AL 35244
Not accepting new clients
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Dr. Laura Montgomery-Barefield
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
Verified
Verified
Dr. Montgomery-Barefield completed her Medical Degree Residency and Fellowship at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Tx. As a former Professor of Psychiatry and Training Director at UAB, she dedicated nearly 20 years of her career to training the next generation of psychiatrists. Dr. Montgomery-Barefield is an American Psychiatry Association Fellow and is board Certified in Adult and Child Psychiatry. She has been in practice for over 30 years and brings a wealth of expertise.
(205) 797-2177
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Birmingham, AL 35209
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The Jackson Center
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Miranda Hobbs is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner. She graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham with her bachelor’s degree in nursing in 2018 and worked as an RN at UAB Hospital. She obtained her masters of nursing practice degree at UAB in 2020, going on to practice psychiatric medicine in the outpatient setting.
(205) 839-4944
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Birmingham, AL 35242
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Dr. Phillip Smith
Psychiatrist, MD, MBA, ABPN
Verified
Verified
As a psychiatrist, I specialize in medication medication. I strive to offer compassionate care to those experiencing mild to severe mental health issues. My goal is to help patients achieve remission from acute and chronic mental health conditions, including but not limited to depression, inattention, psychosis, and substance use disorders. Furthermore, I understand the unique challenges faced by individuals with mental health challenges and I am committed to providing them with the support they need. I offer secure audio and video appointments to ensure convenience and easy access to specialized care.
(205) 551-0367
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Birmingham, AL 35242
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Nfinite Healthcare Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP
Verified
Verified
Hello, I am Dr. Meagan Carson and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I treat adult (age 18+) patients who are dealing with depression and anxiety as well as other mental health illnesses. I take a holistic approach with treatment because I understand that all aspects of our lives play a part in our wellbeing. I focus on the individual needs of each patient and cater a treatment plan based on those specific needs.
(323) 334-0599
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Birmingham, AL 35203
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Optimal Mental Health Virtual Clinical, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, CRNP, PMHNPBC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you an adult client feeling depressed or anxious? Do you feel like you have no one to talk to about your problems? Are you feeling overwhelmed by life stressors such as relationships, careers, financial problems, illness or injuries, getting married, or grief? Let's work together to create a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs.
(303) 479-3448
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Birmingham, AL 35235
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Jessica Green
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and treat patients age 13 and older with a wide variety of mental health diagnoses including but not limited to anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, and trauma-related disorders. Seeking psychiatric care can be scary for many people, but I’m here to make it less intimidating. I offer psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and most importantly, work with you to identify and achieve goals for your mental health and overall wellness.
(205) 922-8625
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Birmingham, AL 35201
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Reliance Associates LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, RN, PMHNP-, BC
Verified
Verified
Seeking care for mental health issues can be difficult. People often feel alone or misunderstood, and suffer in silence, but mental health issues affect more than just the person who is suffering. Mental health issues are more prevalent today than ever. Being able to talk with someone who understands can help relieve this burden.
(659) 200-4271
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Birmingham, AL 35209
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Abrams Psychiatry & Wellness
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Amber Abrams is an adult psychiatrist with a focus on adult ADHD, depression, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions.
(205) 953-1959
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Birmingham, AL 35209
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Alabama Psychiatry Pelham
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Alabama Psychiatry Pelham we believe YOU ARE IMPORTANT. We are a dynamic office of 5 psychiatrist, 2 psychiatric nurse practitioners and 2 LICSW's. If you are a senior, a child or an adult we have the ability to understand what you are going through, and we have the professionals with the ability to treat what ails you. You are important.
(205) 255-3828
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Birmingham, AL 35226
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Kathryn Werner
Physician Assistant, MPAS, PA-C, CAQ
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Anxiety, depression, OCD, or overwhelm are impacting your life, and you’re ready to get some help. You feel like meds might be an important piece of the puzzle, but traditional psychiatry doesn’t quite feel right. You’re not sure exactly what you need, but it’s definitely not inconvenient appointments, phone tag, or a provider who focuses on meds more than on you. You’re looking for a partner in your mental wellness and a process that feels good.
(208) 565-2439
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Birmingham, AL 35203
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More Psychiatrists Nearby

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Dr. Tyler Byrd
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I’m a board certified psychiatrist providing diagnosis, psychotherapy, and medication management for psychiatric conditions utilizing a comprehensive and integrated approach. I provide a concierge level of care, ensuring maximum privacy and thorough attention to detail. We may choose to opt out of psychiatric medications altogether if you wish - based on the patients beliefs and preferences. Personalized approach can include (but not limited to) addressing diet, exercise, sleep cycles and quality, vitamin/herbal supplementation, and bolstering spiritual and/or social support as needed for a treatment tailored to you.
(205) 964-8241 x35209
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Homewood, AL 35209
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Thrive Counseling & Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD
Thrive Counseling is now offering Adult ADHD testing and evaluation. We believe that these services should be as fast, affordable and accessible as possible. For this reason, we have decided to offer services at a low flat rate of $975. Preliminary results will be given at the time of assessment and a full report will be available within 10 days,
(205) 255-1458
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Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
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Not accepting new clients
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John C Hayes
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my virtual practice, serving patients in AL, FL, and NC via telepsychiatry. As I am in the active process of transition to telemedicine, I can usually offer a prompt intake appointment.
(904) 932-1285
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Mountain Brook, AL 35213
Not accepting new clients
Mental Health Urgent Care
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Mental Health Urgent Care was established in Vestavia AL to give our patients access to the help they need now. If you would otherwise be heading to the ER, skip the wait, call us and get seen.
(833) 637-7924
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Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
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Premier Psychiatry, P.C.
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS - BUT PLEASE, READ ENTIRE STATEMENT, INCLUDING PARAGRAPH 3 - REGARDING COSTS & FEES. The focus of my clinical practice is Outpatient Psychiatry, with an emphasis on establishing an accurate, and specific psychiatric diagnosis, and then developing a treatment plan - which usually includes prescription medications. *In addition, I provide outpatient diagnosis and treatment for Treatment-Resistant (difficult-to-treat) Depression. As such, I prescribe medications, and combinations of medications - including Lithium Carbonate, TCAs, and MAOIs. I do NOT treat Alcohol-Use Disorder, or Opioid-Use Disorder.
(205) 686-4813
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Mountain Brook, AL 35223

Online Psychiatrists

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Sarah Miller
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Our mission is empowering patients, in a safe environment, to develop the skills they need to work towards recovery in regard to their mental disorder in a compassionate and patient-centered way. Supporting adults through life’s challenges and transitions providing the highest quality, compassionate psychiatric care to our patients. We use a biopsychosocial approach, which means that psychological and environmental factors are as important as medical aspects when evaluating a condition. “Helping people create better connections through life’s challenges and transitions”
(727) 353-5217
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Montgomery, AL 36117
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Waitlist for new clients
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Quratulain Agha
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
My practice offers an approach that combines both psychopharmacology and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am relatively conservative in the use of medication and prefer engaging patients' use of insight to help relieve them of their symptoms and mental anguish.
(256) 388-2040
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Huntsville, AL 35801
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.

A Psychiatrist in Birmingham is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.

Birmingham Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.

As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.

The field of psychiatry in Birmingham has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.

Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.

Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Birmingham, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Birmingham Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.

How to find the right Psychiatrist?

If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Birmingham, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.

Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.

If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Birmingham, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Birmingham as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Birmingham). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.