Available Psychiatrists in Battle Creek, MI
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Transmagnetic Stimulation Therapy available on site.
If you're challenged by ... *Depression *Anxiety *Phobias *Grief Recovery *Anger Management *Stress Management *Bipolar Disorder *Obsessive Compulsive Disorder *Seasonal Affective Disorder *Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder *Fibromyalgia *Post Traumatic Stress Disorder *Psychiatric Aspects of Cancer...I Can Help You
I'm Tangular, a Dual Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I've spent many years working in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. I've developed a strong interest in mental health, and my goal is to offer high-quality, compassionate mental health and primary care services to people of all age groups.
We are a multifaceted group of specialists offering a spectrum of services, with a focus on behavioral health, addiction treatment, registered dietitian services, and support for depression and bipolar disorder. Our holistic primary care approach is tailored to prioritize your
I'm Tangular, a Dual Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I've spent many years working in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. I've developed a strong interest in mental health, and my goal is to offer high-quality, compassionate mental health and primary care services to people of all age groups.
We are a multifaceted group of specialists offering a spectrum of services, with a focus on behavioral health, addiction treatment, registered dietitian services, and support for depression and bipolar disorder. Our holistic primary care approach is tailored to prioritize your
With appointments available within one week, you need not hesitate to take the first step in scheduling an initial evaluation on the Apraku Psychiatry website.
Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.
With appointments available within one week, you need not hesitate to take the first step in scheduling an initial evaluation on the Apraku Psychiatry website.
Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.
We have appointments available on a daily basis and the time to see a physician is typically less than a few days.
VirtualPsych allows for telepsych healthcare remotely from your cell or computer at home. Our physicians specialize in the treatment of conditions such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder and have over 30 years of experience in psychiatry and mental health. We're committed to helping you find the right treatment plan that fits your needs.
We have appointments available on a daily basis and the time to see a physician is typically less than a few days.
VirtualPsych allows for telepsych healthcare remotely from your cell or computer at home. Our physicians specialize in the treatment of conditions such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder and have over 30 years of experience in psychiatry and mental health. We're committed to helping you find the right treatment plan that fits your needs.
Dr. Tareen is double Board-Certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of psychiatry experience. She is renowned for providing compassionate & comprehensive care for patients suffering from complex psychiatric issues. Her areas of interest includes women's behavioral health, psycho-somatics & psychodermatology. She is a professor of psychiatry at WMU Homer Stryker School of Medicine. Dr. Tareen also served as president of and and board Member of the Kalamazoo County Medical Society that serves to promote the betterment of public health. Her research has been published in prestigious journals & presented nationally & internationally.
Dr. Tareen is double Board-Certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of psychiatry experience. She is renowned for providing compassionate & comprehensive care for patients suffering from complex psychiatric issues. Her areas of interest includes women's behavioral health, psycho-somatics & psychodermatology. She is a professor of psychiatry at WMU Homer Stryker School of Medicine. Dr. Tareen also served as president of and and board Member of the Kalamazoo County Medical Society that serves to promote the betterment of public health. Her research has been published in prestigious journals & presented nationally & internationally.
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Whether you're exploring psychiatric medication for the first time or looking to adjust a current treatment plan, I provide thoughtful, evidence-based care for individuals age 6 and up. Clients often seek support managing symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, depression, or mood instability. My approach is collaborative and respectful—I take time to listen, educate, and work with you to find what feels right. If you're looking for a provider who values honesty, clear communication, and individualized care, I’d be honored to be part of your mental health journey.
Whether you're exploring psychiatric medication for the first time or looking to adjust a current treatment plan, I provide thoughtful, evidence-based care for individuals age 6 and up. Clients often seek support managing symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, depression, or mood instability. My approach is collaborative and respectful—I take time to listen, educate, and work with you to find what feels right. If you're looking for a provider who values honesty, clear communication, and individualized care, I’d be honored to be part of your mental health journey.
My name is Angela Schutte, and I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner committed to providing compassionate, holistic, and patient-centered mental health care across the lifespan. I work with individuals of all ages—children, adolescents, adults, and older adults—and I believe in honoring the whole person: mind, body, soul, and spirit. I provide comprehensive psychiatric diagnostic evaluations with a focus on understanding the root cause of emotional and behavioral concerns, rather than simply addressing surface-level symptoms.
My name is Angela Schutte, and I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner committed to providing compassionate, holistic, and patient-centered mental health care across the lifespan. I work with individuals of all ages—children, adolescents, adults, and older adults—and I believe in honoring the whole person: mind, body, soul, and spirit. I provide comprehensive psychiatric diagnostic evaluations with a focus on understanding the root cause of emotional and behavioral concerns, rather than simply addressing surface-level symptoms.
I am available mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Excepting new patients this week at Zion Mind Health & Wellness! Mental health care should feel supportive, collaborative, and personalized—not rushed or one-size-fits-all. I’m Nicole, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth psychiatric care across Michigan. I help adults and teens struggling with stress, overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, & mood disorders. Together we focus on practical tools, thoughtful medication decisions when appropriate, and meaningful changes that help you regain balance, confidence, and a sense of control in your life.
I am available mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Excepting new patients this week at Zion Mind Health & Wellness! Mental health care should feel supportive, collaborative, and personalized—not rushed or one-size-fits-all. I’m Nicole, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth psychiatric care across Michigan. I help adults and teens struggling with stress, overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, & mood disorders. Together we focus on practical tools, thoughtful medication decisions when appropriate, and meaningful changes that help you regain balance, confidence, and a sense of control in your life.
Hello! I am a board-certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 29 years of practice. Having extensive experience in these two specialities has provided a world of knowledge to draw upon when it comes to helping people achieve their best. I truly love what I do. I take a team approach with my patients in providing their care. It would be a privilege to help you along your journey to better health.
Hello! I am a board-certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 29 years of practice. Having extensive experience in these two specialities has provided a world of knowledge to draw upon when it comes to helping people achieve their best. I truly love what I do. I take a team approach with my patients in providing their care. It would be a privilege to help you along your journey to better health.
Morning, evening, and weekend availability.
Greetings to you, dear Michigan friends! We now offer virtual, computerized FDA-approved ADHD testing performed where you’re most comfortable...at home! With nearly 30 years of collective nursing and advanced practice and double board Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner, Jane is uniquely qualified to help you reach your mental health goals. So take a deep breath and take that first step towards a brighter tomorrow!
Morning, evening, and weekend availability.
Greetings to you, dear Michigan friends! We now offer virtual, computerized FDA-approved ADHD testing performed where you’re most comfortable...at home! With nearly 30 years of collective nursing and advanced practice and double board Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner, Jane is uniquely qualified to help you reach your mental health goals. So take a deep breath and take that first step towards a brighter tomorrow!
My approach to care is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. Patients have described me as a good listener who is easy to talk to, and I work to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space. I focus on understanding the whole person by learning about their life experiences, strengths, values, and goals. Together, we will develop a treatment plan that fits your needs and may include medication management, education, and supportive therapeutic interventions. My goal is to help you feel supported and experience meaningful, lasting improvements in your mental health and overall quality of life.
My approach to care is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. Patients have described me as a good listener who is easy to talk to, and I work to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space. I focus on understanding the whole person by learning about their life experiences, strengths, values, and goals. Together, we will develop a treatment plan that fits your needs and may include medication management, education, and supportive therapeutic interventions. My goal is to help you feel supported and experience meaningful, lasting improvements in your mental health and overall quality of life.
Ronda Shorter, NP, is a dedicated Advanced Practice Nurse at LifeStance Health in Michigan, offering a compassionate and client-centered approach to mental health care. She works with adolescents, teens, and adults, providing individual therapy, family therapy, and medication management. Ronda believes in meeting her clients wherever they are on their mental health journey, guiding them with personalized care to help them achieve emotional and psychological well-being. Ronda has extensive experience treating a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, and PTSD/trauma.
Ronda Shorter, NP, is a dedicated Advanced Practice Nurse at LifeStance Health in Michigan, offering a compassionate and client-centered approach to mental health care. She works with adolescents, teens, and adults, providing individual therapy, family therapy, and medication management. Ronda believes in meeting her clients wherever they are on their mental health journey, guiding them with personalized care to help them achieve emotional and psychological well-being. Ronda has extensive experience treating a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, and PTSD/trauma.
Dr. Matthew J. Radler is a Psychiatrist is Michigan who has been practicing since 2016. He obtained his Bachelor's of Science in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan, went to Ross University School of Medicine, and completed his residency in General Adult Psychiatry at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Radler has practiced in both office and hospital-based settings. He has experience with depressive, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia/schizoaffective, and ADHD conditions.
Dr. Matthew J. Radler is a Psychiatrist is Michigan who has been practicing since 2016. He obtained his Bachelor's of Science in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan, went to Ross University School of Medicine, and completed his residency in General Adult Psychiatry at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Radler has practiced in both office and hospital-based settings. He has experience with depressive, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia/schizoaffective, and ADHD conditions.
Nicole Schmelz is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been practicing since 2016. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Hope College and went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing from Ohio University. Nicole has more than 8 years of experience working in several emergency departments across the country, caring for vulnerable patients across the lifespan. During this time, she developed a passion for helping those experiencing psychological distress, including anxiety, feelings of depression, grief, PTSD, sleep disorders, ADHD, substance abuse, and more.
Nicole Schmelz is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been practicing since 2016. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Hope College and went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing from Ohio University. Nicole has more than 8 years of experience working in several emergency departments across the country, caring for vulnerable patients across the lifespan. During this time, she developed a passion for helping those experiencing psychological distress, including anxiety, feelings of depression, grief, PTSD, sleep disorders, ADHD, substance abuse, and more.
Lauren brings particular expertise to supporting individuals recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. She understands the vulnerability, uncertainty, and emotional challenges that can accompany this transition and provides careful medication monitoring, safety-focused planning, and steady therapeutic support to help patients regain stability and confidence during this critical period. Her practice includes meaningful experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with autism spectrum disorders, first responders, and LGBTQ+ patients.
Lauren brings particular expertise to supporting individuals recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. She understands the vulnerability, uncertainty, and emotional challenges that can accompany this transition and provides careful medication monitoring, safety-focused planning, and steady therapeutic support to help patients regain stability and confidence during this critical period. Her practice includes meaningful experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with autism spectrum disorders, first responders, and LGBTQ+ patients.
Jaclyn Trauscht is a board-certified physician assistant from Arlington Heights, Illinois. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and her master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University in Downers Grove.
Jaclyn Trauscht is a board-certified physician assistant from Arlington Heights, Illinois. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and her master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University in Downers Grove.
Hi, my name is Monday Ogbeibor and I am a board -certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I have over 5 years of experience working in mental health, and my strengths include finding the right diagnoses, managing and changing medications, and providing psychotherapy to those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, sleep disturbance, anger management, psychosis, substance abuse, and eating disorder.
Hi, my name is Monday Ogbeibor and I am a board -certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I have over 5 years of experience working in mental health, and my strengths include finding the right diagnoses, managing and changing medications, and providing psychotherapy to those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, sleep disturbance, anger management, psychosis, substance abuse, and eating disorder.
Brandie Fridley, NP, APRN-NP, helps individuals across Michigan take meaningful steps toward improved mental health through compassionate, evidence-based medication management. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she works with a wide range of individuals, offering specialized psychiatric support for children ages 0–5 and older adults 65 and above. Whether addressing behavioral concerns in young children or managing mood and cognitive changes later in life, Brandie is dedicated to helping patients and their families navigate challenges with clarity and confidence.
Brandie Fridley, NP, APRN-NP, helps individuals across Michigan take meaningful steps toward improved mental health through compassionate, evidence-based medication management. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she works with a wide range of individuals, offering specialized psychiatric support for children ages 0–5 and older adults 65 and above. Whether addressing behavioral concerns in young children or managing mood and cognitive changes later in life, Brandie is dedicated to helping patients and their families navigate challenges with clarity and confidence.
Dr. Kachman is a Michigan trained physician with deep roots in southwest Michigan. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in 2002 from Michigan State University Honors College, and her Doctor of Medicine degree in 2008 from the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit. She completed her residency in psychiatry in 2012 at Michigan State University’s Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies. Dr. Kachman, who has been board certified in psychiatry since 2013. She has over 10 years of experience working with patients.
Dr. Kachman is a Michigan trained physician with deep roots in southwest Michigan. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in 2002 from Michigan State University Honors College, and her Doctor of Medicine degree in 2008 from the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit. She completed her residency in psychiatry in 2012 at Michigan State University’s Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies. Dr. Kachman, who has been board certified in psychiatry since 2013. She has over 10 years of experience working with patients.
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How do I find a psychiatrist near me who is accepting new patients?
Finding a psychiatrist who is actively accepting new patients can feel overwhelming, so it can be helpful to narrow your search down as much as possible. Use the Psychology Today Therapy Directory to search specifically for psychiatrists who are in your state and who are accepting new patients right now, so you are not wasting time reaching out to providers who have a closed waitlist. From there, you can narrow your search further by insurance, specialty, and whether you prefer in-person or online appointments. Once you find someone who looks like a good fit, you can reach out directly to confirm their availability and request an initial consultation.
How long does it typically take to get an appointment with a psychiatrist?
Wait times for psychiatrists in the US vary widely depending on where you live. In major cities, the wait can range from a few days to several weeks. In rural or underserved areas, it is not uncommon to wait several months. Wait times can also vary significantly depending on the specialty you are looking for; psychiatrists who specialize in areas like addiction, eating disorders, or child and adolescent psychiatry tend to have longer wait times because there are fewer of them relative to the demand for their specific expertise. This is largely due to a nationwide shortage of psychiatrists relative to the demand for mental health care. Searching specifically for psychiatrists who are accepting new patients significantly reduces the time it takes to get seen, since you are only contacting providers who have immediate openings rather than working through a general list.
What are my options if no psychiatrists near me are accepting new patients right now?
If you are having difficulty finding a local psychiatrist with availability, there are a few steps you can take. First, consider expanding your search to include online psychiatry, not just providers in your immediate geographic location. Online psychiatry has made it possible to see a psychiatrist in your state without needing to travel, and in many cases online providers have shorter wait times than local in-person practices. Second, your primary care doctor can be a helpful bridge while you wait for an appointment; they can prescribe and manage some psychiatric medications, conduct an initial evaluation, and refer you to specialists as needed. Third, if your symptoms are urgent, community mental health centers in your area may offer crisis care regardless of your ability to pay or insurance status and may have more availability for follow-up care than private practices.