Psychiatrists in Brentwood, NY
Ardouin Coriolan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Brentwood, NY 11717 (Online Only)
As a dedicated board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner licensed in New York, I render hope for individuals battling mental illness and substance abuse. With a profound commitment to healing, I offer teletherapy services, leveraging technology to reach those in need regardless of location. Armed with a wealth of expertise and compassion, I provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs and circumstances. Some common issues potential clients seeking treatment from me usually consist of : substance abuse, depression, anxiety, poor self-esteem, and low motivation.
As a dedicated board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner licensed in New York, I render hope for individuals battling mental illness and substance abuse. With a profound commitment to healing, I offer teletherapy services, leveraging technology to reach those in need regardless of location. Armed with a wealth of expertise and compassion, I provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs and circumstances. Some common issues potential clients seeking treatment from me usually consist of : substance abuse, depression, anxiety, poor self-esteem, and low motivation.
Rosetta Richards At Core Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Brentwood, NY 11717 (Online Only)
Book an appointment on our website at corepsychiatry.org! Rosetta Richards is a Board-Certified Adult and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed in New York and New Jersey. Rosetta received her Adult NP from Stony Brook University in 1999 and her Psychiatric NP from Molloy University in 2012. She has over twenty years of inpatient experience. She is qualified and experienced in treating patients with psychiatric disorders across their lifespans.
Book an appointment on our website at corepsychiatry.org! Rosetta Richards is a Board-Certified Adult and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed in New York and New Jersey. Rosetta received her Adult NP from Stony Brook University in 1999 and her Psychiatric NP from Molloy University in 2012. She has over twenty years of inpatient experience. She is qualified and experienced in treating patients with psychiatric disorders across their lifespans.
Diana Maria Gomez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brentwood, NY 11717 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is contending with conditions such as bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as anxiety and depression. They may be experiencing feelings of being overwhelmed by daily responsibilities, facing challenges with concentration, or coping with persistent feelings of sadness, worry, or fear. Sleep disturbances, changes in appetite, or a diminished interest in activities that were once pleasurable may also be among their struggles.
My ideal client is someone who is contending with conditions such as bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as anxiety and depression. They may be experiencing feelings of being overwhelmed by daily responsibilities, facing challenges with concentration, or coping with persistent feelings of sadness, worry, or fear. Sleep disturbances, changes in appetite, or a diminished interest in activities that were once pleasurable may also be among their struggles.
Zhanna Berman At Core Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Brentwood, NY 11717 (Online Only)
Book an appointment online today via our website corepsychiatry.org!
Book an appointment online today via our website corepsychiatry.org!
Adewunmi Bankole At Core Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Brentwood, NY 11717 (Online Only)
Book an appointment on our website at corepsychiatry.org! Dr. Adewunmi Bankole, PMHNP-BC is a doctoral prepared Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with vast experience in psychiatry treating adults, children, adolescent and geriatric population. Dr. Bankole believes that care should be patient focus and holistic with best evidence-based practice.
Book an appointment on our website at corepsychiatry.org! Dr. Adewunmi Bankole, PMHNP-BC is a doctoral prepared Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with vast experience in psychiatry treating adults, children, adolescent and geriatric population. Dr. Bankole believes that care should be patient focus and holistic with best evidence-based practice.
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Stat Psych is Long Island's premier outpatient psychiatric group. In our community, the demand for mental health treatment is so great that it has become common to have to wait several months for an initial appointment with an outpatient psychiatrist. At Stat Psych, we prioritize efficient treatment and take pride in offering flexible scheduling options. We perform comprehensive evaluations, provide appropriate referrals to therapy and prescribe medication when appropriate.
Stat Psych is Long Island's premier outpatient psychiatric group. In our community, the demand for mental health treatment is so great that it has become common to have to wait several months for an initial appointment with an outpatient psychiatrist. At Stat Psych, we prioritize efficient treatment and take pride in offering flexible scheduling options. We perform comprehensive evaluations, provide appropriate referrals to therapy and prescribe medication when appropriate.
I am a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner that is passionate about my work. I spend time listening to my patients and understanding what their needs are. I have experience working with diverse populations in multiple settings including inpatient and outpatient environments. I have worked with adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. I offer a psychotherapeutic approach by offering medication management as well as psychotherapy.
I am a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner that is passionate about my work. I spend time listening to my patients and understanding what their needs are. I have experience working with diverse populations in multiple settings including inpatient and outpatient environments. I have worked with adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. I offer a psychotherapeutic approach by offering medication management as well as psychotherapy.
Headway
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Sayville, NY 11782 (Online Only)
Hello there, my name is Erik Collins, I’m a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner; trained at Stony Brook University to integrate theory and evidence-based practice across a continuum of life stages. In a nutshell it means that I can prescribe medication or provide therapy that is up-to-date with the latest evidence available. My practice tends to lean more towards my prescriptive privileges versus talk therapy exclusively; however, to holistically manage your care I try to integrate both modalities to address your individualized needs.
Hello there, my name is Erik Collins, I’m a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner; trained at Stony Brook University to integrate theory and evidence-based practice across a continuum of life stages. In a nutshell it means that I can prescribe medication or provide therapy that is up-to-date with the latest evidence available. My practice tends to lean more towards my prescriptive privileges versus talk therapy exclusively; however, to holistically manage your care I try to integrate both modalities to address your individualized needs.
Empire Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Commack, NY 11725 (Online Only)
Psychiatric practice specializing in medication management for the treatment of ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Insomnia, OCD, Panic Disorder, PTSD, and Schizophrenia. Insurances Accepted, and now offering Tele-psychiatry in the New York, Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island areas.
Psychiatric practice specializing in medication management for the treatment of ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Insomnia, OCD, Panic Disorder, PTSD, and Schizophrenia. Insurances Accepted, and now offering Tele-psychiatry in the New York, Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island areas.
Avesta Miriam Khursand
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
I have experience in treating patients of all ages and different backgrounds.
I have experience in treating patients of all ages and different backgrounds.
The mission of our practice is to provide Person-Centered Care and empower our clients with the knowledge and skills to achieve their desirable goals. We have had the satisfaction of seeing 100s of our clients achieve success and their lives changed through the shared partnership and treatment planning with us. Unlike the traditional mental health practitioner who focuses on only the problems or deficits and dominates the treatment decision making, we focus on client strengths, empowerment and choices, preventive, skill acquisition, quality-of-life. We like to talk to our clients, our clients feel they are heard and understood.
The mission of our practice is to provide Person-Centered Care and empower our clients with the knowledge and skills to achieve their desirable goals. We have had the satisfaction of seeing 100s of our clients achieve success and their lives changed through the shared partnership and treatment planning with us. Unlike the traditional mental health practitioner who focuses on only the problems or deficits and dominates the treatment decision making, we focus on client strengths, empowerment and choices, preventive, skill acquisition, quality-of-life. We like to talk to our clients, our clients feel they are heard and understood.
Long Island Psychiatrist Online and Office visits
Psychiatrist, MD, MBBS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747 (Online Only)
I am a board certified Psychiatrist practicing in Long Island, NY. I provide both office visits and telepsychiatry visits ( please visit my website at gaba.healthcare). I have trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, family and marital therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as medication management. Whatever your reasons for seeing a psychiatrist? whether you are suffering from schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, attention problems dysphoria or just wanting to perform better at work, I strongly believe that everyone has the potential to feel and be better, and everyone deserves optimal care.
I am a board certified Psychiatrist practicing in Long Island, NY. I provide both office visits and telepsychiatry visits ( please visit my website at gaba.healthcare). I have trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, family and marital therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as medication management. Whatever your reasons for seeing a psychiatrist? whether you are suffering from schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, attention problems dysphoria or just wanting to perform better at work, I strongly believe that everyone has the potential to feel and be better, and everyone deserves optimal care.
Uros Koprivica
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Huntington Station, NY 11746
An ideal client would be someone who is open, honest, and willing to ask for help. This person wants to get better and is open to suggestions and treatment options. They are willing to put in the effort to help themselves and work as a team with their provider in order to move toward mental wellness.
An ideal client would be someone who is open, honest, and willing to ask for help. This person wants to get better and is open to suggestions and treatment options. They are willing to put in the effort to help themselves and work as a team with their provider in order to move toward mental wellness.
In therapy you learn how to process the problems of life by seeing the patterns of one's thoughts and actions. These patterns have ruled your life and always bring you back to the same unresolved situations. Together we can Identify the root cause to see were the issues have caused dis-ease, and enable you to look and heal the fear that has held you back. Remove the negative thought process and bring resolution in a productive and healing manner. To learn how to treat yourself with love and kindness!
In therapy you learn how to process the problems of life by seeing the patterns of one's thoughts and actions. These patterns have ruled your life and always bring you back to the same unresolved situations. Together we can Identify the root cause to see were the issues have caused dis-ease, and enable you to look and heal the fear that has held you back. Remove the negative thought process and bring resolution in a productive and healing manner. To learn how to treat yourself with love and kindness!
Kristen Carman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, RN, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Islandia, NY 11749
Hi, I'm Kristen Carman, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and lifelong Long Islander with a true passion for mental health care. With 18 years of nursing experience—including a decade in chemical dependency—I bring both compassion and expertise to every patient interaction at Compass NP in Psychiatry. Whether you're facing mild challenges or more complex issues, I’m dedicated to delivering the transformative, evidence-based care you deserve.
Hi, I'm Kristen Carman, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and lifelong Long Islander with a true passion for mental health care. With 18 years of nursing experience—including a decade in chemical dependency—I bring both compassion and expertise to every patient interaction at Compass NP in Psychiatry. Whether you're facing mild challenges or more complex issues, I’m dedicated to delivering the transformative, evidence-based care you deserve.
Hope & Resilience, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmingdale, NY 11735
I see patients of all ages. I have special training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
I see patients of all ages. I have special training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
Welcome to my psychiatric practice! My name is Dr. Rafiq and I am a psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience providing comprehensive mental health care. As a compassionate and dedicated mental health professional, I understand that seeking psychiatric treatment can be a challenging and vulnerable experience. Therefore, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my patients. My goal is to help my patients achieve their optimal mental health by providing individualized care tailored to their specific needs. My areas of expertise include the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of mental health disorders.
Welcome to my psychiatric practice! My name is Dr. Rafiq and I am a psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience providing comprehensive mental health care. As a compassionate and dedicated mental health professional, I understand that seeking psychiatric treatment can be a challenging and vulnerable experience. Therefore, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my patients. My goal is to help my patients achieve their optimal mental health by providing individualized care tailored to their specific needs. My areas of expertise include the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of mental health disorders.
NOVA Wellness Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11745
Ready to transform your life but unsure where to start? At Nova Wellness Psychiatry, we can help you grow into a better version of yourself. Whether you're dealing with depression, ADHD, anxiety, or need a refill on psychiatric medications, we're here for you. Struggling to quit substance use? We offer the support you need. We also provide non-medicated approaches, from coloring books and journaling to vitamin supplements. Find our mental health products at Mental Health Trendz. Our holistic partnership approach ensures your care plan is tailored to you. Choose Nova Wellness Psychiatry and grow into the new you!
Ready to transform your life but unsure where to start? At Nova Wellness Psychiatry, we can help you grow into a better version of yourself. Whether you're dealing with depression, ADHD, anxiety, or need a refill on psychiatric medications, we're here for you. Struggling to quit substance use? We offer the support you need. We also provide non-medicated approaches, from coloring books and journaling to vitamin supplements. Find our mental health products at Mental Health Trendz. Our holistic partnership approach ensures your care plan is tailored to you. Choose Nova Wellness Psychiatry and grow into the new you!
Dr. Feby James Kanatt
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
As a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I am an expert in providing mental health care to adults and the geriatric population. My approach is collaborative and focused on responding to the needs and priorities of individual clients. Common challenges my clients seek treatment include anxiety, panic attack, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, mood disorder, sleep disturbances, psychotic episodes, and various dementia related behavioral challenges. My practice model also includes psychotherapy techniques in addition to medication management.
As a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I am an expert in providing mental health care to adults and the geriatric population. My approach is collaborative and focused on responding to the needs and priorities of individual clients. Common challenges my clients seek treatment include anxiety, panic attack, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, mood disorder, sleep disturbances, psychotic episodes, and various dementia related behavioral challenges. My practice model also includes psychotherapy techniques in addition to medication management.
Natalie Gayle Psychiatric, NP, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
Have life stressors got you feeling sad, angry, anxious causing you difficulty to function. Are you feeling "stuck", having excessive worrying, and difficulty focusing? Don't worry, I am here to assist you. These are some mental health conditions that I can formulate a treatment plan together to get you back on track to a better you. Your mental wellness is important, so I can partner with you to achieve your goals.
Have life stressors got you feeling sad, angry, anxious causing you difficulty to function. Are you feeling "stuck", having excessive worrying, and difficulty focusing? Don't worry, I am here to assist you. These are some mental health conditions that I can formulate a treatment plan together to get you back on track to a better you. Your mental wellness is important, so I can partner with you to achieve your goals.
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How does your Psychiatrist compare?
Number of Psychiatrists in Brentwood, NY
< 10
Psychiatrists in Brentwood, NY who prioritize treating:
80% | Depression |
80% | Anxiety |
80% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
80% | Trauma and PTSD |
80% | Bipolar Disorder |
80% | Medication Management |
80% | Stress |
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
80% | Humana |
How Psychiatrists in Brentwood, NY see their clients
100% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
50% | Female | |
50% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in Brentwood?
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.