Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists in Anaheim, CA

Sima Aman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
5 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
If you've been struggling emotionally and relationally and find you are having difficulty handling life on your own anymore, I am here to help you. Whether you're feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, upset, lonely, or hopeless, it doesn't have to be this way. Together we will work to improve the quality of your life. My name is Sima and i am a Masters Prepared Nurse Practitioner that specialized in Psychiatry and Mental Health. I have specialty training treating most major mental health conditions including ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, Trauma, Stress and other mental health conditions.
If you've been struggling emotionally and relationally and find you are having difficulty handling life on your own anymore, I am here to help you. Whether you're feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, upset, lonely, or hopeless, it doesn't have to be this way. Together we will work to improve the quality of your life. My name is Sima and i am a Masters Prepared Nurse Practitioner that specialized in Psychiatry and Mental Health. I have specialty training treating most major mental health conditions including ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, Trauma, Stress and other mental health conditions.
(714) 924-3816 View (714) 924-3816
Taqialdeen Zamil | ADHD Management, TMS &Spravato
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
3 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92808
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. Your child may be struggling in school, your teen feeling withdrawn, or daily responsibilities becoming harder to manage. You don’t have to face this alone. My name is Taqialdeen Zamil, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I take a holistic, evidence-based approach, identifying underlying factors affecting mental health. Treatment may include medication management and advanced care for treatment-resistant depression, including TMS and Spravato.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. Your child may be struggling in school, your teen feeling withdrawn, or daily responsibilities becoming harder to manage. You don’t have to face this alone. My name is Taqialdeen Zamil, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I take a holistic, evidence-based approach, identifying underlying factors affecting mental health. Treatment may include medication management and advanced care for treatment-resistant depression, including TMS and Spravato.
(657) 255-8197 View (657) 255-8197
Renewed Mental Health Group
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MD, PMHNP, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
Are you or your loved ones struggling with sadness, anxiety, concentration or another mental health concern that is negatively impacting your work, health, or personal life? If so, you have made the first step towards making a positive change. At Renewed Mental Health Group, we have specialty providers trained in treating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, & other mental health disorders. We place emphasis with treating each client and their family with respect, comfort, and professionalism. We focus on the needs of our patients and tailors our treatment plan to keep everyone informed.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with sadness, anxiety, concentration or another mental health concern that is negatively impacting your work, health, or personal life? If so, you have made the first step towards making a positive change. At Renewed Mental Health Group, we have specialty providers trained in treating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, & other mental health disorders. We place emphasis with treating each client and their family with respect, comfort, and professionalism. We focus on the needs of our patients and tailors our treatment plan to keep everyone informed.
(714) 364-0718 View (714) 364-0718
Vivienne Weiju Peng
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92804
My ideal client is someone struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or past trauma who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start. You are not just looking for a quick fix; you want to feel seen, heard, and supported. My goal is to help you gain clarity, emotional balance, and a sense of control through a combination of therapy and medication management tailored to your unique needs.
My ideal client is someone struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or past trauma who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start. You are not just looking for a quick fix; you want to feel seen, heard, and supported. My goal is to help you gain clarity, emotional balance, and a sense of control through a combination of therapy and medication management tailored to your unique needs.
(714) 706-3961 View (714) 706-3961
Paul Choi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
Paul Choi is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and also holds a Board Certification for Family Practice. With over a decade of experience as a nurse practitioner and registered nurse, Paul brings a holistic approach to patients of all ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, ethnicities, and sexual identities. He firmly believes that quality mental health needs to be easily accessible. Paul emphasizes the importance of incorporating the recovery model into his day-to-day practice. He provides compassionate care that is evidence-based and personalized to each client’s needs.
Paul Choi is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and also holds a Board Certification for Family Practice. With over a decade of experience as a nurse practitioner and registered nurse, Paul brings a holistic approach to patients of all ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, ethnicities, and sexual identities. He firmly believes that quality mental health needs to be easily accessible. Paul emphasizes the importance of incorporating the recovery model into his day-to-day practice. He provides compassionate care that is evidence-based and personalized to each client’s needs.
(657) 286-4727 View (657) 286-4727
NP FADY, Expertise You Trust, Care You Can Feel !!
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Anaheim, CA 92801
I blend Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Motivational Interviewing to meet you where you are.
Tired of being misdiagnosed with standard anxiety when your real struggle is sensory overload and neurodivergent burnout? Many adults and teens spend years masking their traits, quietly wondering why daily life feels so much harder. If you're a late-diagnosed or questioning neurodivergent adult—navigating autism, ADHD, or sensory overload—past approaches may have left you feeling dismissed. This site isn't monitored. Call (909) 707-6261, leave a voicemail with your name, number, and new/existing status. Due to spam, we only return voicemails within the hour! We look forward to caring for you!
I blend Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Motivational Interviewing to meet you where you are.
Tired of being misdiagnosed with standard anxiety when your real struggle is sensory overload and neurodivergent burnout? Many adults and teens spend years masking their traits, quietly wondering why daily life feels so much harder. If you're a late-diagnosed or questioning neurodivergent adult—navigating autism, ADHD, or sensory overload—past approaches may have left you feeling dismissed. This site isn't monitored. Call (909) 707-6261, leave a voicemail with your name, number, and new/existing status. Due to spam, we only return voicemails within the hour! We look forward to caring for you!
(909) 707-6261 View (909) 707-6261
Lucila (Lucy) Hernandez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
Lucila Hernandez Chiprez is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered mental health care. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from West Coast University and completed her Post-Graduate Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification at National University. Lucila’s approach to care integrates therapeutic communication with evidence-based medication management, emphasizing a multimodal, individualized treatment plan for each patient.
Lucila Hernandez Chiprez is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered mental health care. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from West Coast University and completed her Post-Graduate Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification at National University. Lucila’s approach to care integrates therapeutic communication with evidence-based medication management, emphasizing a multimodal, individualized treatment plan for each patient.
(714) 924-3625 View (714) 924-3625
Medard Sison
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Anaheim, CA 92801
Are you or your loved ones struggling with depression, anxiety, focus, attention issues, or other issues affecting your work, health, or personal life? If so, you have made the first step in the right direction to make a positive change. Medard Sison, DNP is a Doctorate Prepared Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who specializes in treating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, & other mental health disorders. Dr. Sison believes in treating each client and their family with respect, care, and professionalism. Medard focuses on your needs and tailors his treatment plan to keep you informed.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with depression, anxiety, focus, attention issues, or other issues affecting your work, health, or personal life? If so, you have made the first step in the right direction to make a positive change. Medard Sison, DNP is a Doctorate Prepared Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who specializes in treating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, & other mental health disorders. Dr. Sison believes in treating each client and their family with respect, care, and professionalism. Medard focuses on your needs and tailors his treatment plan to keep you informed.
(657) 220-8068 View (657) 220-8068
Allison Lai
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Anaheim, CA 92808
My approach to psychiatry is rooted in collaboration, combining evidence-based psychopharmacology, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies ( CBT and DBT), mindfulness-oriented somatic modalities, and thoughtfully chosen supplements within a patient-led framework.
I am Allison, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to creating an inclusive, compassionate space where every patient feels seen, respected, and empowered in their healing journey. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, a bachelor’s in Nursing from San Francisco State University, and a master’s in Nursing with a concentration in Psychiatric Mental Health from California State University, Los Angeles. I have worked in both acute inpatient and outpatient medical settings for over 6 years and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience.
My approach to psychiatry is rooted in collaboration, combining evidence-based psychopharmacology, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies ( CBT and DBT), mindfulness-oriented somatic modalities, and thoughtfully chosen supplements within a patient-led framework.
I am Allison, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to creating an inclusive, compassionate space where every patient feels seen, respected, and empowered in their healing journey. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, a bachelor’s in Nursing from San Francisco State University, and a master’s in Nursing with a concentration in Psychiatric Mental Health from California State University, Los Angeles. I have worked in both acute inpatient and outpatient medical settings for over 6 years and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience.
(657) 645-0333 View (657) 645-0333
The Rosenman Group
Psychiatrist, MD
Anaheim, CA 92806
The Rosenman Group is an integrated behavioral health practice offering talk therapy, psychiatric care, and care coordination services with a tailored clinical focus on adults and seniors, people with chronic illnesses and disabilities, complex or serious mental illness, and substance use disorder recovery. Our primary office is located in east Anaheim with satellite locations throughout Los Angeles and San Fernando valley. Same-day telehealth is available in English and Spanish.
The Rosenman Group is an integrated behavioral health practice offering talk therapy, psychiatric care, and care coordination services with a tailored clinical focus on adults and seniors, people with chronic illnesses and disabilities, complex or serious mental illness, and substance use disorder recovery. Our primary office is located in east Anaheim with satellite locations throughout Los Angeles and San Fernando valley. Same-day telehealth is available in English and Spanish.
(562) 501-4895 View (562) 501-4895
Bonmente
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Our providers offer testing and diagnosis, medication management, various modalities of therapy such as CBT, and telepsychiatry appointments.
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
Our providers offer testing and diagnosis, medication management, various modalities of therapy such as CBT, and telepsychiatry appointments.
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
(562) 632-5834 View (562) 632-5834
Nalleli Garrido
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, -BC
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
Welcome! I’m Nalleli, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Over the past 8 years, I have assisted many individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover their inner strength. I have extensive experience working with underserved communities with diverse mental health diagnoses across the lifespan. My areas of focus include: Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorder, Bipolar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I also have experience working with incarcerated patients at several county jails, various acute and in-patient settings, and community mental health
Welcome! I’m Nalleli, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Over the past 8 years, I have assisted many individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover their inner strength. I have extensive experience working with underserved communities with diverse mental health diagnoses across the lifespan. My areas of focus include: Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorder, Bipolar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I also have experience working with incarcerated patients at several county jails, various acute and in-patient settings, and community mental health
(657) 232-7134 View (657) 232-7134
Symoun Saura
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B
2 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
Not everyone will have asthma, high blood pressure, or arthritis, but it is arguable that everyone will be met with mental health struggles to some degree in their lives. Whether it’s event-specific anxiety or the lifelong effect of past trauma, mental wellbeing is at the forefront of the human experience. Individuals should not only feel safe seeking psychiatric mental health care but also feel empowered to do so.
Not everyone will have asthma, high blood pressure, or arthritis, but it is arguable that everyone will be met with mental health struggles to some degree in their lives. Whether it’s event-specific anxiety or the lifelong effect of past trauma, mental wellbeing is at the forefront of the human experience. Individuals should not only feel safe seeking psychiatric mental health care but also feel empowered to do so.
(657) 467-6748 View (657) 467-6748
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Online Only
Carmela incorporates CBT along with other therapeutic modalities, selecting the approach that best matches client goals, pace, and individual needs.
Welcoming New Patients! Carmela is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has been working in mental health as a clinician, educator, and advocate for more than a decade and brings a robust understanding of the complex challenges involved in achieving sustainable mental wellness. Carmela values each patient’s unique experiences and works collaboratively to create supportive, personalized treatment plans.
Carmela incorporates CBT along with other therapeutic modalities, selecting the approach that best matches client goals, pace, and individual needs.
Welcoming New Patients! Carmela is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has been working in mental health as a clinician, educator, and advocate for more than a decade and brings a robust understanding of the complex challenges involved in achieving sustainable mental wellness. Carmela values each patient’s unique experiences and works collaboratively to create supportive, personalized treatment plans.
(657) 534-7389 View (657) 534-7389
Vanessa Roman |ADHD, Anxiety&Depression Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Anaheim, CA 92808
Care may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Motivational Interviewing, behavioral interventions, ADHD testing and treatment, and medication management.
Even when everything looks “fine,” life can feel challenging. If you’re overwhelmed, stuck, burned out, or just not quite yourself lately, you’re not alone—and the right support can help you find balance. Born and raised in Los Angeles, I understand how culture, family, and personal experiences shape our views on mental health and healing. As a bilingual (English/Spanish) Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I take a compassionate, practical, and collaborative approach. Our sessions will be conversational and focused on what’s happening now, helping you find manageable and meaningful ways forward.
Care may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Motivational Interviewing, behavioral interventions, ADHD testing and treatment, and medication management.
Even when everything looks “fine,” life can feel challenging. If you’re overwhelmed, stuck, burned out, or just not quite yourself lately, you’re not alone—and the right support can help you find balance. Born and raised in Los Angeles, I understand how culture, family, and personal experiences shape our views on mental health and healing. As a bilingual (English/Spanish) Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I take a compassionate, practical, and collaborative approach. Our sessions will be conversational and focused on what’s happening now, helping you find manageable and meaningful ways forward.
(619) 304-9639 View (619) 304-9639
Wala Alkhataybeh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I help individuals achieve balance, resilience, and lasting healing. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training, I provide holistic, patient-centered care for a wide range of mental and behavioral health conditions.
As a certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I help individuals achieve balance, resilience, and lasting healing. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training, I provide holistic, patient-centered care for a wide range of mental and behavioral health conditions.
(657) 695-2037 View (657) 695-2037
Kayse Budd
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Her specialties include stress/burnout, purpose-finding, relationships, self-esteem, body image, identity issues (including LGBTQ support), neurodivergence, anxiety, mood disorders, CBT/mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, art therapy, Ayurveda, and life transitions (college/grad school, divorce, retirement, job change, adoption/birth, etc
Dr. Budd graduated from Duke University, the University of Michigan Medical School, and the UAz. She has taught at UCLA, UCSD, and UAz and worked at the Chopra Center. She authored the chapter "Mindfulness, Meditation, and Yoga" in the Handbook of Wellness Medicine and has books on “Holistic Approaches to Anxiety and Depression” on Amazon.
Her specialties include stress/burnout, purpose-finding, relationships, self-esteem, body image, identity issues (including LGBTQ support), neurodivergence, anxiety, mood disorders, CBT/mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, art therapy, Ayurveda, and life transitions (college/grad school, divorce, retirement, job change, adoption/birth, etc
Dr. Budd graduated from Duke University, the University of Michigan Medical School, and the UAz. She has taught at UCLA, UCSD, and UAz and worked at the Chopra Center. She authored the chapter "Mindfulness, Meditation, and Yoga" in the Handbook of Wellness Medicine and has books on “Holistic Approaches to Anxiety and Depression” on Amazon.
(657) 551-3090 View (657) 551-3090
Dilara Sultana
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Anaheim, CA 92801
Depending on their needs and goals, care may include CBT, Motivational Interviewing, behavioral interventions, ADHD testing and treatment, and medication management.
If you or your loved ones are facing Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Mood Disorders, ADHD, trauma, or other mental health concerns, you don’t have to face them alone. I provide patient-centered psychiatric care for adults, with a special focus on their unique mental health care needs. I take the time to listen, understand your concerns and goals, and provide personalized psychiatric evaluations and medication management in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, understood, and supported as they work toward better emotional well-being and meaningful progress.
Depending on their needs and goals, care may include CBT, Motivational Interviewing, behavioral interventions, ADHD testing and treatment, and medication management.
If you or your loved ones are facing Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Mood Disorders, ADHD, trauma, or other mental health concerns, you don’t have to face them alone. I provide patient-centered psychiatric care for adults, with a special focus on their unique mental health care needs. I take the time to listen, understand your concerns and goals, and provide personalized psychiatric evaluations and medication management in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, understood, and supported as they work toward better emotional well-being and meaningful progress.
(949) 775-2291 View (949) 775-2291
Rainbow Tarumoto
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92804
My ideal client is someone feeling overwhelmed by worry, stress, low mood, or difficulty focusing or organizing daily life. They may be struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or other serious mental health conditions and feel unsure why things feel so hard. They want clarity, relief, and stability—to feel like themselves again, function better day to day, and improve their overall quality of life.
My ideal client is someone feeling overwhelmed by worry, stress, low mood, or difficulty focusing or organizing daily life. They may be struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or other serious mental health conditions and feel unsure why things feel so hard. They want clarity, relief, and stability—to feel like themselves again, function better day to day, and improve their overall quality of life.
(714) 683-1472 View (714) 683-1472
Sarah Leiderman
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Online Only
Welcoming New Patients! Sarah is a board-certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She is passionate about working with culturally diverse populations and strives to support her patients through well-balanced medication management. From diagnostic evaluation to treatment implementation and medication management, Sarah employs an empathetic approach that allows patients to feel understood, validated, and supported.
Welcoming New Patients! Sarah is a board-certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She is passionate about working with culturally diverse populations and strives to support her patients through well-balanced medication management. From diagnostic evaluation to treatment implementation and medication management, Sarah employs an empathetic approach that allows patients to feel understood, validated, and supported.
(714) 844-0192 View (714) 844-0192

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FAQ - Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists
Do psychiatrists provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Yes, many psychiatrists provide CBT as a therapeutic approach in sessions with clients. CBT is an evidence-based form of therapy that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to mental health challenges. Psychiatrists who provide CBT can be particularly valuable when your condition may benefit from both therapy *and* medication, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD or PTSD. However, some psychiatrists choose to focus primarily on medication management rather than ongoing therapy. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, it can be helpful to confirm that they actively incorporate CBT techniques into their practice (rather than focusing solely on prescribing medication)

What is the difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist?
The primary difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist is that a psychiatrist can integrate medication management with CBT treatment, while non-psychiatrist therapists (such as psychologists, counselors, or social workers) provide CBT without the ability to prescribe medications. In a CBT session with a psychiatrist, you will work on the same core techniques as you would with any CBT provider, such as identifying cognitive distortions or challenging negative thought patterns. However, a psychiatrist can also monitor how medication affects your symptoms. This integrated approach can be especially helpful for conditions like major depression or bipolar disorder, where medication often works together with therapy to produce better outcomes than either treatment alone.

Should I see a psychiatrist or therapist for CBT?
The choice to see a psychiatrist or therapist depends on the severity of your symptoms and whether medication might be part of your treatment plan. A psychiatrist who provides CBT is appropriate when you have more severe mental health symptoms that may require medication. A non-psychiatrist therapist may be appropriate when your symptoms are mild to moderate, you prefer to try therapy without medication first, or you are already stable on medication prescribed by another provider. It is worth noting that psychiatrists typically charge higher rates than other therapists due to their medical training, and psychiatry sessions are not always covered by insurance. Therefore, some people start with a therapist for CBT and later add a psychiatrist to their treatment team if medication becomes necessary.