Psychiatrists in Orange County, NC
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Dr. Madison Piotrowski helps adults with anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, sleep disorders, and substance use disorder.
Dr. Madison Piotrowski helps adults with anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, sleep disorders, and substance use disorder.
![Photo of James P Lefler, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5b028f83-003c-46fc-a1a8-3883c8659989/1/320x400.png)
James P Lefler
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Not accepting new clients
Given training in both Internal Medicine and Psychiatry, I have expertise in the intimate links between the mind and the body. My medical training and experience are enhanced by post-graduate study of modern psychoanalytic technique. This unique combination of skills allows me to treat patients with mood (Depression and Bipolar), trauma, and psychotic disorders. I am well suited to offer both psychotherapy and psychopharmacology.
Given training in both Internal Medicine and Psychiatry, I have expertise in the intimate links between the mind and the body. My medical training and experience are enhanced by post-graduate study of modern psychoanalytic technique. This unique combination of skills allows me to treat patients with mood (Depression and Bipolar), trauma, and psychotic disorders. I am well suited to offer both psychotherapy and psychopharmacology.
Danielle Lungelow
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Danielle Lungelow, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at AIM: Advaita Integrated Medicine - Chapel Hill, bringing a comprehensive, holistic approach to mental health care. Danielle integrates conventional psychiatric treatments with evidence-based holistic practices, including medication management, physical activity, nutritional counseling, and mindfulness techniques. At Advaita Integrated Medicine, Danielle offers psychiatric evaluations and medication management for a range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and schizophrenia.
Danielle Lungelow, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at AIM: Advaita Integrated Medicine - Chapel Hill, bringing a comprehensive, holistic approach to mental health care. Danielle integrates conventional psychiatric treatments with evidence-based holistic practices, including medication management, physical activity, nutritional counseling, and mindfulness techniques. At Advaita Integrated Medicine, Danielle offers psychiatric evaluations and medication management for a range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and schizophrenia.
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MindfullyRenewed
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Online Only)
My name is Rachel McInerney. I am a certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have worked with various populations and have helped people from diverse backgrounds. My passion is helping people to work through difficulties that they encounter at any stage in their life.
My name is Rachel McInerney. I am a certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have worked with various populations and have helped people from diverse backgrounds. My passion is helping people to work through difficulties that they encounter at any stage in their life.
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360 Degree Health, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a child and adult psychiatrist who is here to help you figure out if medications would be beneficial for you at this time in your life. I see patients from all over NC via video appointments. I enjoy working with children and adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders, trauma survivors and patients with anxiety and depression. I help people reclaim their personal power and sense of self by medication management, supportive therapy, and lifestyle changes for greater personal empathy and balance.
Welcome! I am a child and adult psychiatrist who is here to help you figure out if medications would be beneficial for you at this time in your life. I see patients from all over NC via video appointments. I enjoy working with children and adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders, trauma survivors and patients with anxiety and depression. I help people reclaim their personal power and sense of self by medication management, supportive therapy, and lifestyle changes for greater personal empathy and balance.
![Photo of Jennifer J. Allran, RN, BA, BSN, MSN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/afb7f4c3-6ded-40e5-bbdb-cf8a7b2cb5e1/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jennifer J. Allran
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, BA, BSN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I work with adults who are experiencing a variety of mental health concerns. My approach is one of partnership, working with you in a thoughtful and personalized manner to address your specific concerns and goals. My approach is warm, peaceful, and unhurried.
I work with adults who are experiencing a variety of mental health concerns. My approach is one of partnership, working with you in a thoughtful and personalized manner to address your specific concerns and goals. My approach is warm, peaceful, and unhurried.
![Photo of Peter Z. Perault, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cfc9cb8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in Chapel Hill with 25 years experience helping people to heal and transform emotional distress by talking freely and deeply about their lives.
As a physician, I understand when medications
may be needed to heal physiologic emotional distress.
But I also know that a person who is listened and responded to with deep understanding will become clearer, stronger and freer to grow -- within themselves, in their relationships and in their work.
This unique, personal therapeutic experience often leads to the most complete and lasting cure, and success in life.
I am a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in Chapel Hill with 25 years experience helping people to heal and transform emotional distress by talking freely and deeply about their lives.
As a physician, I understand when medications
may be needed to heal physiologic emotional distress.
But I also know that a person who is listened and responded to with deep understanding will become clearer, stronger and freer to grow -- within themselves, in their relationships and in their work.
This unique, personal therapeutic experience often leads to the most complete and lasting cure, and success in life.
![Photo of Susan D Webb - Susan D. Webb, M.D., MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b9e61e2c-18be-409a-b0b4-2c64d1f8a0fa/1/320x400.jpeg)
My approach is based on a wellness model rather than the disease model and integrates the benefits of modern psychiatry with more holistic modalities. I bring decades of experience in modalities from psychoanalysis to psychedelics and integrate nutritional psychiatry, exercise physiology, mindfulness and blend the wisdom of many traditions with state-of-the-art medical science to co-create a blueprint for healthy living.
My approach is based on a wellness model rather than the disease model and integrates the benefits of modern psychiatry with more holistic modalities. I bring decades of experience in modalities from psychoanalysis to psychedelics and integrate nutritional psychiatry, exercise physiology, mindfulness and blend the wisdom of many traditions with state-of-the-art medical science to co-create a blueprint for healthy living.
![Photo of Erik Jonathan Gustke, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43800859-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Finding a psychiatrist can be a difficult and sometimes overwhelming task. My goal is to make this process a straightforward and valuable experience. Together we can work to help find the tools that you need to achieve life balance and mental well being.
Finding a psychiatrist can be a difficult and sometimes overwhelming task. My goal is to make this process a straightforward and valuable experience. Together we can work to help find the tools that you need to achieve life balance and mental well being.
![Photo of Nora Dennis, MD, MSPH, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/96ddafd5-0de2-4a46-89a3-4832619c9506/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Duke-trained physician (MD), double board-certified in psychiatry and addiction medicine. I treat individuals ages 16+ who are struggling to thrive due to psychiatric or substance use disorders. My approach integrates psychopharmacology, somatic interventions, psychotherapy, nutrition, and mindfulness. I have served as a faculty member at Duke University School of Medicine since 2014, and continue as an Adjunct Assistant Professor. My passion is using my extensive training to empathically treat those at the intersection of trauma, depression, anxiety and substance use disorders. My practice is located on a beautiful farm.
I am a Duke-trained physician (MD), double board-certified in psychiatry and addiction medicine. I treat individuals ages 16+ who are struggling to thrive due to psychiatric or substance use disorders. My approach integrates psychopharmacology, somatic interventions, psychotherapy, nutrition, and mindfulness. I have served as a faculty member at Duke University School of Medicine since 2014, and continue as an Adjunct Assistant Professor. My passion is using my extensive training to empathically treat those at the intersection of trauma, depression, anxiety and substance use disorders. My practice is located on a beautiful farm.
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Arrive Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (Online Only)
Looking to optimize your psychiatric medications? I'm your person. I'm interested in being part of my patients search for Mental Health and Happiness. North Carolina based and ready to explore what you're really looking for. This is a tough one in 2024 with most patients in survival mode. Are you depressed or depleted? My approach is collaborative, forward looking, and personalized. Some might say casual in a warm way. Check out our website at Arrive.clinic. Currently doing psychiatric medication management for depression, anxiety, and ADHD. To book- click on the website link which will take you to my Headway bookings page.
Looking to optimize your psychiatric medications? I'm your person. I'm interested in being part of my patients search for Mental Health and Happiness. North Carolina based and ready to explore what you're really looking for. This is a tough one in 2024 with most patients in survival mode. Are you depressed or depleted? My approach is collaborative, forward looking, and personalized. Some might say casual in a warm way. Check out our website at Arrive.clinic. Currently doing psychiatric medication management for depression, anxiety, and ADHD. To book- click on the website link which will take you to my Headway bookings page.
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Michael’s interest in psychiatry began while working as a behavioral specialist with children with autism in K-12 grades. Michael understands how chronic diseases can affect mental health and wants his patients to improve their cognitive, social, and emotional growth. He offers pharmacotherapy to help patients reach their goals.
Michael’s interest in psychiatry began while working as a behavioral specialist with children with autism in K-12 grades. Michael understands how chronic diseases can affect mental health and wants his patients to improve their cognitive, social, and emotional growth. He offers pharmacotherapy to help patients reach their goals.
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Jennifer highlights patients’ virtues and strengths to help them adapt and evolve into healthier versions of themselves.
Jennifer highlights patients’ virtues and strengths to help them adapt and evolve into healthier versions of themselves.
![Photo of Malcolm Noell McLeod, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/479cf78c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
NEW: I have begun administering ketamine to carefully evaluated patients. I imagine you are wondering if I can help you? I’ve had a full practice in the same town for decades. I’ve devoted ~100,000 hours working with patients. As the old expression goes: “Experience is the best teacher.” As a psychoanalyst I talk with my patients about their life history, in confidence and In depth. Many patients find this is life saving. As a psychiatrist I am prepared to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe medications which can be IMMEDIATELY helpful for stage fright, attention deficit, trauma, depression, and bipolar disorder.
NEW: I have begun administering ketamine to carefully evaluated patients. I imagine you are wondering if I can help you? I’ve had a full practice in the same town for decades. I’ve devoted ~100,000 hours working with patients. As the old expression goes: “Experience is the best teacher.” As a psychoanalyst I talk with my patients about their life history, in confidence and In depth. Many patients find this is life saving. As a psychiatrist I am prepared to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe medications which can be IMMEDIATELY helpful for stage fright, attention deficit, trauma, depression, and bipolar disorder.
![Photo of Hani Elwafi, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43a35123-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
At Transformance Health, we focus on helping clients become better versions of themselves, and to transform potential into reality. We apply evidence-based principles of neuroscience, psychology, ketamine assisted psychotherapy, meditation and mindfulness, stress management, nutrition, exercise, and pharmacology to promote thriving.
At Transformance Health, we focus on helping clients become better versions of themselves, and to transform potential into reality. We apply evidence-based principles of neuroscience, psychology, ketamine assisted psychotherapy, meditation and mindfulness, stress management, nutrition, exercise, and pharmacology to promote thriving.
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Verve Psychiatry: Dr. Sayanti Bhattacharya
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I am a board certified psychiatrist and see patients ages 18 and above. I help people struggling with relationship, work and school problems, low motivation, social anxiety, isolation, communication issues and low self-esteem. My goal is to help you lead a full life to the best of your abilities.
I am a board certified psychiatrist and see patients ages 18 and above. I help people struggling with relationship, work and school problems, low motivation, social anxiety, isolation, communication issues and low self-esteem. My goal is to help you lead a full life to the best of your abilities.
![Photo of Laurie M. Timberlake, MSN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30b27465-372a-4877-9fbf-5ddb4627020c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Laurie M. Timberlake
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I provide medication management for anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, and so on, ideally as a supplement to an ongoing relationship with a psychotherapist. I work with school-aged children through adults, in a comfortable, informal office in Chapel Hill.
I provide medication management for anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, and so on, ideally as a supplement to an ongoing relationship with a psychotherapist. I work with school-aged children through adults, in a comfortable, informal office in Chapel Hill.
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As a psychiatrist and therapist, I help people dealing with a range of questions, including deciding who and how to love, how to create family and community, finding meaning and success in work, how to cope with loss, issues related to gender, identity, and race, and how to overcome anxiety and depression.
As a psychiatrist and therapist, I help people dealing with a range of questions, including deciding who and how to love, how to create family and community, finding meaning and success in work, how to cope with loss, issues related to gender, identity, and race, and how to overcome anxiety and depression.
![Photo of Dr. John M. Brion, PhD, PMHNP-C, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e782da8f-4520-4bf7-b02a-bab75d6ca49f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. John M. Brion
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, PMHNP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrboro, NC 27510
Thanks for considering Collaborative Mental Health of Carrboro (CMHOC). I'm Dr. John Brion, PhD, PMHNP and I work with people age 12 and up for a range of challenges including: ADHD (Adult and Child) ; Addictions (Sex, Food, Hoarding, drugs/alcohol, etc.); Mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder) and issues related to intimate relationships and sexuality. I am licensed/certified to prescribe all psychiatric medications and I provide brief, solution focused psychotherapy.
Thanks for considering Collaborative Mental Health of Carrboro (CMHOC). I'm Dr. John Brion, PhD, PMHNP and I work with people age 12 and up for a range of challenges including: ADHD (Adult and Child) ; Addictions (Sex, Food, Hoarding, drugs/alcohol, etc.); Mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder) and issues related to intimate relationships and sexuality. I am licensed/certified to prescribe all psychiatric medications and I provide brief, solution focused psychotherapy.
![Photo of Imad Khan, DO, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/099760a0-5860-4d55-8243-ae7259312122/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a board certified psychiatrist practicing at HRC Behavioral Health & Psychiatry and practice in both the Chapel Hill and Raleigh locations. My treatment approach is to provide evidenced-based treatments and to work collaboratively with therapists and other medical providers. My goal is to work together with patients to identify the most effective treatment options.
I am a board certified psychiatrist practicing at HRC Behavioral Health & Psychiatry and practice in both the Chapel Hill and Raleigh locations. My treatment approach is to provide evidenced-based treatments and to work collaboratively with therapists and other medical providers. My goal is to work together with patients to identify the most effective treatment options.
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How does your Psychiatrist compare?
Number of Psychiatrists in Orange County, NC
60+
Average cost per session
$225
Psychiatrists in Orange County, NC who prioritize treating:
94% | Depression |
94% | Anxiety |
88% | Medication Management |
80% | ADHD |
80% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
74% | Bipolar Disorder |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aetna |
70% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
57% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Psychiatrists in Orange County, NC see their clients
79% | In Person and Online | |
21% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
60% | Female | |
40% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in Orange County?
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.