Psychiatrists in Waterloo, IA

Neelam Thomas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Neelam is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner board certified in children, adolescent, and adult populations. Her goal is to partner with her patients for the best mental wellness outcome. Neelam has a wide range of experience including acute and crisis inpatient care. Her credentials include a BSN and MSN in Nursing at Allen College and a BSN in Psychology at Iowa State University.

Cassy Lensing
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
I am a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner. I graduated with my Master's of Science in Nursing in 2021 and have worked as a provider in the Cedar Valley in a variety of settings including corrections, community behavioral health, and caring for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prior to obtaining my graduate degree, I worked as a psychiatric nurse for 8 years in correctional, inpatient mental health, outpatient, substance use/detox, and community-based treatment settings. I value my diverse work experience and believes that it assists me to meet individuals where they are at in life.

Morgan Christy Huls
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, PMHNP, CFMP
Verified
Verified
Morgan created Transcend out of a passion for holistic wellness. She believes in a mind-body approach to optimal mental health and offers clients personalized, integrative care in attempt to uncover the root cause of a condition. She offers her services through telemedicine and in-person.

Salvi Marie Alday
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Mental illness is stigmatized, taboo, or scandalous in most cultures. You matter, and You are Worthy. Ask for Help. Rewire your Brain. Break the Silence. Visit my website- www.passionpurposecmhs.org

Andrew Foster
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
To quote Lady Gaga, just because you were “born this way” or perhaps, experienced a trauma along the way, you do not need to hide yourself. Mental health impacts each and every person at some point in our lives. As someone who has personally experienced episodes of mental distress, I realize it can be debilitating and interfere with reaching our life goals and dreams if left untreated. Fortunately, mental illness can be effectively managed with a variety of interventions. I am passionate about helping those in my care overcome feelings of mental distress, maximize their quality of life, and attain their goals and dreams.

Tami Hill
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, ARNP, PMHNPBC
Verified
Verified
Tami Hill, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP-BC works with individuals of all ages, and in previous roles she has worked in family medicine, pediatrics, and gastroenterology. When she began her career as an RN, she knew she wanted to work in the mental health field right away. During her clinicals, she met and worked with many patients experiencing mental health challenges and found this to be her passion. In addition, it’s important to her to help break down the stigma around mental health in general. She is a compassionate and down to earth individual, giving her a natural ability to form and build relationships with others.

Jenna Z Berendzen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Verified
Verified
Jenna has extensive practice experience in psychiatry and reproductive health has helped Jenna gain knowledge and expertise in how hormones and life-changes, such as pregnancy, postpartum and menopause, play a role in one's mental health. She has post-graduate training in perinatal mental health including the 12-hour post-graduate PPD training and the Master Clinician Summit at the Postpartum Stress Center. She helped to found, and is a former board member of, the Iowa chapter of Postpartum Support International.

Dr. Funmilola (Lola) Adelokiki
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Asking for help can be challenging but rewarding with educated and tailored services to your healthcare needs. Dr. Lola utilizes a holistic, evidence-based, and patient-centered approach to the management and treatment of psychiatric disorders. Psychiatric evaluation and possible medication management are offered for the following diagnoses- - 1. Anxiety 2. ADHD 3. PTSD 4. Bipolar 4. Schizophrenia 5. Adjustment disorders 6. Schizoaffective Disorders 7. Sleep issues 8. Conduct/oppositional disorders
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Elizabeth Brake
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC
Verified
Verified
Accepting NEW Patients! We can usually get new patients in within a WEEK! We specialize in high quality telemedicine, personalized ADHD treatment, treatment for anxiety, PTSD, depression, OCD, and some substance abuse! We accept most insurances and have discount self pay options. We offer comprehensive assessments and customized treatment plans, we work hard to improve your quality of life.

Jennifer Meether
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Jennifer Meether is a licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner based in Urbandale, IA, who has devoted her professional life to the treatment of a variety of mental health and overall physical wellness. She has a passion for working with children and is skilled in working with patients from all walks of life and of all ages. Jennifer understands that it can be difficult to seek care for your child or yourself and strives to offer a non-judgemental and safe atmosphere for all clients. When seeing Jennifer, her overall goal will always be to encourage you to the be the absolute best version of yourself.

Breakthrough Mental Healthcare LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified
Verified
I am a dedicated patient focused provider that will always seek to embrace and utilize traditional as well as innovative treatments to help you take care of your mental health and live an optimal life. I will also encourage you to participate in your treatment goals, which will enhance your mental, physical, and social wellness. My client focus is 18-65 years old.

Thoughtful Mind Psychiatry PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-C
Verified
Verified
I am a Dual-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatry and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over ten years of extensive nursing experience. My philosophy is “people don't care how much you know until they know how much you care” (Theodore Roosevelt). I'm passionate about delivering compassionate care to patients dealing with major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, and bipolar disorders. I understand that different experiences through a patient's life journey can contribute to mental health issues. As such, I obtain detailed psychiatric history and work with patients to create a customized treatment plan.

Cedar Circle Mental Health and wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, ARNP
Verified
Verified
I am a 2014 graduate of the University of Iowa. I have worked in healthcare for over 20 years in various capacities. I have practiced as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I currently accept clients 12 years of age and above. I manage a wide range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, and schizophrenia. I firmly believe in a holistic approach for my clients to achieve optimal mental health.
Not accepting new clients

Sara King
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
She has a passion for helping children, adolescents, and their families. She believes it is essential to treat the patient and not just the disorder. She has an integrative approach to understanding one’s biological, social, and psychological needs. She feels that a patient-centered therapeutic approach is crucial to help patients’ reach their goals through medication management and therapy.

Transcend Mind-Body Wellness & Floatation Clinic
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, PMHNP, CFMP
Verified
Verified
If you're looking for a holistic, personalized approach to your mental health and wellness, you've come to the right place! We believe in an integrative, mind-body approach to determine the why to your symptoms instead of only masking them with a prescription. We also offer other wellness services that can be integrated into your care that promote optimal wellness. Call or email us today if you are interested in holistic mental health services, such as mental health counseling or mental health medication management, reach out today!
Online Psychiatrists

Ben Jaggers Covenant Family Solutions of Marion IA
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, MSN
Verified
Verified
Reflective listening and genuine care are foundations to my practice. Nurturing a clinical relationship with you is the reason I am here. Together we focus on a plan that is right for your current circumstances and future goals. By providing medication management and brief supportive therapy at each session, we not only work towards reducing severe psychiatric symptoms with medications, but work towards improving engagement in healthy self care choices related to our most basic needs as people (e.g. sleep, diet, movement, relationships, safety, security).
Central Iowa Psychological Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified
Verified
Shyrl has had decades of providing direct patient care in the medical surgical and inpatient psychiatric settings, both adult and child units, focuses on patient-centered, holistic care by promoting harmonious, patient-provider relationship. She encourages collaboration in order to reach her patient's goals by presenting individualized treatment options, allowing the patient to guide the direction of treatment. Shyrl has inpatient and outpatient experience treating children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. Her areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar mood disorders, schizophrenia, substance abuse,

Darnelle Scott
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
My name is Darnelle, and I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I am a provider who listens to and supports every patient. When life brings you troubles, I support you every step of the way. Disclaimer: I do not prescribe controlled substances

Kara Whalen
Physician Assistant, PA-C, MPAS
Verified
Verified
I graduated from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine with my Masters in Physician Assistant Studies in 2013. Afterwards, I completed a 12 month Psychiatry fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Through my career I have had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings including inpatient, emergency psychiatry, crisis stabilization, outpatient clinic, and developmental disabilities programing. I have eagerly worked with family practice providers and therapist to improve patient outcomes. I enjoy working with motivated adults with diagnosis of depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar disorder.

Jarryd Edward McGuire
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
You struggle to find a mental health provider in your network. If you do find a provider, there is a 6 month wait list until the next appointment. At Premier Mental Health Services, we take a different approach. We do mental health the right way by saying NO to wait lists and YES to being able to directly contact your healthcare provider. We see new patients within one week, no wait list. We have a HIPPA compliant portal where you can send messages directly to your provider any time, no calling the office. We are in network with BCBS/Wellmark, Cigna/Evernorth, and United Healthcare/Optum or we have an affordable price per visit.
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in Waterloo is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Waterloo 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 Waterloo 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 Waterloo, 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. Waterloo Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in Waterloo is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Waterloo 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 Waterloo 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 Waterloo, 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. Waterloo 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 Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Waterloo as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Waterloo). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Waterloo as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Waterloo). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.