Psychiatrists in Weymouth, MA
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Naila Tariq, APRN, is a dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Naila worked as a psychiatric nurse for five years before obtaining her Master of Science in Nursing from Regis College and graduated summa cum laude. Naila has experience working in community mental health, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient practice, and consult psychiatry. Naila understands the struggles of finding the right psychiatric provider for her patients and wishes to provide the best evidence-based care. Naila sees patients 18 and older.
Naila Tariq, APRN, is a dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Naila worked as a psychiatric nurse for five years before obtaining her Master of Science in Nursing from Regis College and graduated summa cum laude. Naila has experience working in community mental health, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient practice, and consult psychiatry. Naila understands the struggles of finding the right psychiatric provider for her patients and wishes to provide the best evidence-based care. Naila sees patients 18 and older.
![Photo of Korin Dayton, CNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f60e95b1-2abd-4346-ab96-ae253e91b208/2/320x400.jpeg)
Influenced by concepts of holism and emergence, Korin partners with clients to collaboratively develop client-centered and integrative treatment plans. These plans may incorporate medication management, supportive therapy, mind-body modalities, and/or lifestyle interventions. She provides a nonjudgmental and safe space to strengthen the therapeutic alliance, and her approach is trauma-informed and culturally sensitive. Korin is board-certified in psychiatric mental health (PMHNP-BC), general health/medical care across the lifespan (FNP-BC), and addictions (CARN-AP).
Influenced by concepts of holism and emergence, Korin partners with clients to collaboratively develop client-centered and integrative treatment plans. These plans may incorporate medication management, supportive therapy, mind-body modalities, and/or lifestyle interventions. She provides a nonjudgmental and safe space to strengthen the therapeutic alliance, and her approach is trauma-informed and culturally sensitive. Korin is board-certified in psychiatric mental health (PMHNP-BC), general health/medical care across the lifespan (FNP-BC), and addictions (CARN-AP).
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•• Accepting New Patients •• Many struggle with their mental health and often feel anxious or depressed, lack the motivation to work, isolate themselves from family and friends, lose interest in the things they use to enjoy, or perform poorly at their job. I believe when you treat someone holistically you can address the root cause of the mental health struggle so you can get back to living a balanced and fulfilled life.
•• Accepting New Patients •• Many struggle with their mental health and often feel anxious or depressed, lack the motivation to work, isolate themselves from family and friends, lose interest in the things they use to enjoy, or perform poorly at their job. I believe when you treat someone holistically you can address the root cause of the mental health struggle so you can get back to living a balanced and fulfilled life.
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Brain Dynamic Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CNP, APRN
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02188 (Online Only)
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, as humans, we all have our innate given potentials. My core believe is to help individuals live and attain their maximum potentials irrespective of mental health challenges. My treatment modality is based on collaborative approach that is centered on careful Psychopharmacological management that incorporates Psychotherapy for upmost outcome. My goal is to provide holistic care that is based on evidence-based research. Understanding human brain as a complex structure with an intricate network of neuro-chemical activity is a key to understanding the imbalance in brain activity.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, as humans, we all have our innate given potentials. My core believe is to help individuals live and attain their maximum potentials irrespective of mental health challenges. My treatment modality is based on collaborative approach that is centered on careful Psychopharmacological management that incorporates Psychotherapy for upmost outcome. My goal is to provide holistic care that is based on evidence-based research. Understanding human brain as a complex structure with an intricate network of neuro-chemical activity is a key to understanding the imbalance in brain activity.
![Photo of Margaret Ruhiu - CircleCare Behavioral Health, PMHNP, CNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49493769-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
CircleCare Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weymouth, MA 02188
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with knowledge in working with clients of all ages and backgrounds including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have experience in psychiatric treatment and management of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorders, ADHD and substance abuse. I use a person-centered, individualized approach to treatment and rely on evidence-based practices that recommend the combination of medication management and a commitment to psychotherapy to improve treatment outcomes.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with knowledge in working with clients of all ages and backgrounds including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have experience in psychiatric treatment and management of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorders, ADHD and substance abuse. I use a person-centered, individualized approach to treatment and rely on evidence-based practices that recommend the combination of medication management and a commitment to psychotherapy to improve treatment outcomes.
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Vital Mental Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02189 (Online Only)
We understand our patient's need for compassion and a safe space. We strive to help you achieve your goals by providing personalized treatment plans. We specialize in adult mental health treatments for various disorders including anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, chronic illness, grief, trauma, insomnia among others.
We understand our patient's need for compassion and a safe space. We strive to help you achieve your goals by providing personalized treatment plans. We specialize in adult mental health treatments for various disorders including anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, chronic illness, grief, trauma, insomnia among others.
![Photo of Sofia Verdeja Mitchell, RN, APRN, PMHNPBC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f62520b0-c5c6-4389-b75b-4204ff7f9d7c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sofia Verdeja Mitchell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02190 (Online Only)
•• Accepting New Patients ••: I am a board-certified English/Spanish bilingual psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in trauma management and treating depression, anxiety and insomnia. Skilled in assessment, diagnosis and medication management through evidence-based care for safe and effective outcomes, I build targeted and individualized treatment plans while providing therapeutic support and a willingness to collaborate with therapists for mutual patients. Throughout more than eight years of experience, I’ve provided patient care across a variety of settings, including ER care, inpatient psychiatry and outpatient psychiatry.
•• Accepting New Patients ••: I am a board-certified English/Spanish bilingual psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in trauma management and treating depression, anxiety and insomnia. Skilled in assessment, diagnosis and medication management through evidence-based care for safe and effective outcomes, I build targeted and individualized treatment plans while providing therapeutic support and a willingness to collaborate with therapists for mutual patients. Throughout more than eight years of experience, I’ve provided patient care across a variety of settings, including ER care, inpatient psychiatry and outpatient psychiatry.
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Kristy Lee Eagles
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weymouth, MA 02188 (Online Only)
Kristy L. Eagles, CNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She received her Master of Science in nursing from the MGH Institute of Health Professions, Master of Science in counseling psychology from Northeastern University, and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She has worked in the mental health field in some capacity since 2006. She offers psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy through telemedicine to people located in MA. She primarily sees adults.
Kristy L. Eagles, CNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She received her Master of Science in nursing from the MGH Institute of Health Professions, Master of Science in counseling psychology from Northeastern University, and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She has worked in the mental health field in some capacity since 2006. She offers psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy through telemedicine to people located in MA. She primarily sees adults.
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Contentahealth, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weymouth, MA 02190
I am a board certified Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 15years experience working in mental health, treating a full rage of emotional issues. My goal is that my clients feel emotionally and physically healthy.
I am a board certified Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 15years experience working in mental health, treating a full rage of emotional issues. My goal is that my clients feel emotionally and physically healthy.
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Jackie Audi, PMHNP is an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She graduated from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences with a BS in Health Psychology, and obtained her BS in Nursing and MS in Nursing from MGH Institute of Health Professions. She has worked in a variety of settings, including inpatient, outpatient and residential levels of care, working with patients across the lifespan. Jackie’s primary focus is a collaborative relationship with her patients, and a “pills and skills” trauma informed and culturally competent approach.
Jackie Audi, PMHNP is an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She graduated from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences with a BS in Health Psychology, and obtained her BS in Nursing and MS in Nursing from MGH Institute of Health Professions. She has worked in a variety of settings, including inpatient, outpatient and residential levels of care, working with patients across the lifespan. Jackie’s primary focus is a collaborative relationship with her patients, and a “pills and skills” trauma informed and culturally competent approach.
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Martin Frazee at Square Medical Group
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weymouth, MA 02189
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based in the Greater Boston area. I completed my education at Northeastern University and furthered my training at Brigham Psychiatric Specialties. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Square Medical Group in Woburn, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. I am particularly interested in psychiatric research and health disparities, integrating insights from these areas into my practice. I am committed to provide comprehensive and compassionate care, ensuring that each patient's unique needs are addressed with the utmost attention and professionalism.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based in the Greater Boston area. I completed my education at Northeastern University and furthered my training at Brigham Psychiatric Specialties. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Square Medical Group in Woburn, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. I am particularly interested in psychiatric research and health disparities, integrating insights from these areas into my practice. I am committed to provide comprehensive and compassionate care, ensuring that each patient's unique needs are addressed with the utmost attention and professionalism.
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Sweeney Dawley Recovery Center
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP-C, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weymouth, MA 02188
I prescribe medication for mental health problems such as anxiety depression and bipolar disorder. I also help patients with substance use disorder with vivitrol. I do not prescribe suboxone or methadone. I believe if you treat the underlying problem recovery will be permanent. Failure to treat the underlying anxiety, depression etc., leads to constant relapse. My goal is to provide nonjudgemental treatment to patients who want to feel better. Congratulations on recognizing the problem! I hope you find a provider that is right for your needs!
I prescribe medication for mental health problems such as anxiety depression and bipolar disorder. I also help patients with substance use disorder with vivitrol. I do not prescribe suboxone or methadone. I believe if you treat the underlying problem recovery will be permanent. Failure to treat the underlying anxiety, depression etc., leads to constant relapse. My goal is to provide nonjudgemental treatment to patients who want to feel better. Congratulations on recognizing the problem! I hope you find a provider that is right for your needs!
![Photo of Mary Ann Mcdonnell - South Shore Psychiatric Services, PC, PhD, RNCNS, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40d4a52a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
South Shore Psychiatric Services, PC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, RNCNS, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02188
South Shore Psychiatric Services offers psychiatric evaluations and treatment for children, adolescents and adults in a small, quiet office setting, where clients feel comfortable and are able to maintain a sense of privacy. Together, Dr. Mary Ann McDonnell, Dr. Annmarie Mingolelli, Jennifer Finnerty, PMHNP, Stephanie Grant, PMHNP, Michael Pascale, PMHNP, and Jodi Maxwell, RN work tirelessly to meet the needs of our clients with mental health issues. We have a wide variety of expertise and backgrounds that we bring to this unique group practice. We are currently accepting new clients into our practice.
South Shore Psychiatric Services offers psychiatric evaluations and treatment for children, adolescents and adults in a small, quiet office setting, where clients feel comfortable and are able to maintain a sense of privacy. Together, Dr. Mary Ann McDonnell, Dr. Annmarie Mingolelli, Jennifer Finnerty, PMHNP, Stephanie Grant, PMHNP, Michael Pascale, PMHNP, and Jodi Maxwell, RN work tirelessly to meet the needs of our clients with mental health issues. We have a wide variety of expertise and backgrounds that we bring to this unique group practice. We are currently accepting new clients into our practice.
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Ms. Ruggiero, a Physician Assistant at Aster Mental Health, specializes in patients looking to treat and manage their ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and bipolar disorder. Her holistic treatment style combines medication management with various psychotherapy techniques including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches. She offers medication management as well as psychiatric assessment and treatment.
Ms. Ruggiero, a Physician Assistant at Aster Mental Health, specializes in patients looking to treat and manage their ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and bipolar disorder. Her holistic treatment style combines medication management with various psychotherapy techniques including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches. She offers medication management as well as psychiatric assessment and treatment.
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Dr. Love, a Psychiatrist at Aster Mental Health, specializes in treating individuals with depressive disorders, bipolar spectrum disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD, OCD, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and substance use disorders. He is a Board-certified & Harvard-trained Psychiatrist offering medication management as well as psychiatric assessment and treatment.
Dr. Love, a Psychiatrist at Aster Mental Health, specializes in treating individuals with depressive disorders, bipolar spectrum disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD, OCD, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and substance use disorders. He is a Board-certified & Harvard-trained Psychiatrist offering medication management as well as psychiatric assessment and treatment.
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Lois Awah is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with more than 3 years of mental health experience. She specializes in treating adults who are suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, schizophrenia, trauma, PTSD, and other psychiatric-related diagnoses. As a PMHNP, Lois is also a patient advocate, counselor, and helps with medication management.
Lois Awah is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with more than 3 years of mental health experience. She specializes in treating adults who are suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, schizophrenia, trauma, PTSD, and other psychiatric-related diagnoses. As a PMHNP, Lois is also a patient advocate, counselor, and helps with medication management.
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Lhassane Oumalek
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02191 (Online Only)
Lhassane "Hassan" Oumalek is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with years of experience using a combination of therapy and medication management to alleviate mental health concerns and provide hope and healing to adults and seniors. He is well trained in the treatment of a wide range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, insomnia, adjustment issues, as well as bipolar-related issues and schizophrenia-type disorders. He works with his clients to understand the whole person, family history, genetic makeup, and daily routine in order to help each individual find balance and success.
Lhassane "Hassan" Oumalek is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with years of experience using a combination of therapy and medication management to alleviate mental health concerns and provide hope and healing to adults and seniors. He is well trained in the treatment of a wide range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, insomnia, adjustment issues, as well as bipolar-related issues and schizophrenia-type disorders. He works with his clients to understand the whole person, family history, genetic makeup, and daily routine in order to help each individual find balance and success.
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Accepting new patients, Valerie is a Psychiatric/Mental health nurse practitioner who will take time to fully explore medication options to help you meet your treatment goals, as well as non-pharmacological modalities that can help you feel like yourself. She trained as a nurse at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and received her Master’s degree in Psychiatric/Mental Health nursing at Vanderbilt University.
Accepting new patients, Valerie is a Psychiatric/Mental health nurse practitioner who will take time to fully explore medication options to help you meet your treatment goals, as well as non-pharmacological modalities that can help you feel like yourself. She trained as a nurse at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and received her Master’s degree in Psychiatric/Mental Health nursing at Vanderbilt University.
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Bay Healthcare
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, AGNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02190
Comprehensive psychiatric services, treating patients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, etc.
Comprehensive psychiatric services, treating patients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, etc.
![Photo of Mary Smith, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7f514c07-daed-4859-9ca9-2c992b2f5da8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Mary Ellen Smith is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 37 years of experience in nursing and a wealth of experience in almost all areas of mental health. Mary Ellen manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and bipolar illness. She has worked as a nurse clinician for 19 years at a major teaching hospital in Boston.
Mary Ellen Smith is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 37 years of experience in nursing and a wealth of experience in almost all areas of mental health. Mary Ellen manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and bipolar illness. She has worked as a nurse clinician for 19 years at a major teaching hospital in Boston.
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Number of Psychiatrists in Weymouth, MA
30+
Average cost per session
$200
Psychiatrists in Weymouth, MA who prioritize treating:
83% | Anxiety |
77% | Depression |
73% | Bipolar Disorder |
70% | ADHD |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
57% | Medication Management |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
96% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
89% | Aetna |
89% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Psychiatrists in Weymouth, MA see their clients
54% | In Person and Online | |
46% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
73% | Female | |
27% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in Weymouth?
The Psychology Today Directory enables you to search specifically for psychiatrists, using the drop down provider menu in the navigation bar, by city or zip code, or by the name of the psychiatrist. Search results provide detailed profiles of professionals, including their treatment approach and areas of expertise. In addition, listings provide important information about each psychiatrist’s credentials, fees, payment options, and insurance affiliations. Directory users can select psychiatrists who meet an array of personally-desired criteria, such as familiarity with a specific community or condition.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical specialists who focus on understanding, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the brain and disorders of the mind and behavior. As physicians, psychiatrists are trained to recognize the often-subtle biological causes of mental disorders and to monitor the effects of mental disturbances on physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychologists are especially attuned to the influence of early experience on development and behavior, emotional and cognitive processes, the nature of personality, and social functioning. They are also trained to deploy an array of psychological tests—IQ tests, personality tests, behavioral assessments—to gauge a person’s functioning.
What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner?
A psychiatric nurse practitioner, also known as a mental health nurse practitioner, is a registered nurse who completes advanced training in psychiatric care, earning either a master’s or doctoral degree in psychiatric nursing, and in the U.S., passes a national certification exam. Like psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. In some locales, psychiatric nurse practitioners can offer the full range of psychiatric care, including prescribing and managing medication. In other places, they must work in collaboration with a physician.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed psychiatrist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. All psychiatrists listed in the directory have a valid license issued by the state(s) in which they practice and are certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some individuals or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Can a psychiatrist prescribe medication?
Psychiatrists are licensed medical doctors who are trained to recognize the many ways body processes affect the functioning of the brain and mind. As physicians, they can prescribe medication. Patients who are prescribed medications will typically need to continue to see a psychiatrist so that the effects of the medication can be monitored. For many psychiatric conditions, including common disorders such as anxiety and depression, the preferred treatment is combination therapy—medication accompanied by psychotherapy.
Do psychiatrists offer therapy?
Psychiatrists are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and, increasingly, somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists 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 sessions with a psychiatrist may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management. Many psychiatrists who do not offer psychotherapy work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians and can refer clients seeking talk therapy to those providers.
How do I know if I need a psychiatrist 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. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the physician may review their medical history or perform medical tests to determine whether biological factors are involved before making a referral. It is not necessary for a person to know precisely what type of care they need in order to seek help. Many psychiatrists and psychologists refer clients to each other depending on client needs.
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?
A referral to a psychiatrist is often not required. However, seeing your primary care physician first can be helpful and actually prove to be a shortcut to getting what you need. Your PCP may have a clear idea whether psychiatric help is needed and/or which kind of mental health care would be most beneficial and refer you to the right type of practitioner. For that reason alone, some psychiatrists require a referral. Further, many insurance plans require a referral from a PCP if they cover all of part of the cost of seeing a specialist; if, however, you are paying out of pocket, you may not need a referral. In any case, a referral may speed the process of securing an appointment with a psychiatrist, especially in areas where there is a shortage of mental health specialists and new patients face long waits for appointments.