Psychiatrists in Chapel Hill, NC
![Photo of Clifford H Schilke - Clifford H. Schilke, M.D., MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5002eb68-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
My current practice focuses on the psychopharmacology of the major mental health disorders: Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I am accepting new patients, ages 14 and older
My current practice focuses on the psychopharmacology of the major mental health disorders: Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I am accepting new patients, ages 14 and older
![Photo of Kelsey Norris, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bb576293-fdcc-427c-be31-7448287ff561/2/320x400.jpeg)
I offer psychotherapy and medication management services to clients in a confidential and therapeutic environment. I am committed to providing individualized treatment to help my clients heal and thrive. I believe mental health care can greatly improve quality of life, making us more self aware, compassionate, at ease, and fulfilled.
I offer psychotherapy and medication management services to clients in a confidential and therapeutic environment. I am committed to providing individualized treatment to help my clients heal and thrive. I believe mental health care can greatly improve quality of life, making us more self aware, compassionate, at ease, and fulfilled.
![Photo of Alecia Patterson, PA-C, Physician Assistant](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b980f2ab-546d-40db-9920-1a2c141f7cbb/1/320x400.jpeg)
Alecia’s goal is to treat each patient with compassion and respect to maintain a healthy provider and patient relationship.
Alecia’s goal is to treat each patient with compassion and respect to maintain a healthy provider and patient relationship.
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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.
![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.
![Photo of Daniel Eskenazi, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43f3b4d0-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Daniel Eskenazi
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is directed towards adults suffering from various symptoms that may include any or all of the following: trouble sleeping, over-worrying, intense sadness that interferes with the ability to get through the day, intense euphoria that can lead to impulsiveness and poor decision-making, impairments in attention leading to distraction and inability to organize and focus, struggles with substance use, difficulty understanding reality and making sense of different visions and voices and trouble maintaining meaningful relationships and finding a sense of purpose in life.
My practice is directed towards adults suffering from various symptoms that may include any or all of the following: trouble sleeping, over-worrying, intense sadness that interferes with the ability to get through the day, intense euphoria that can lead to impulsiveness and poor decision-making, impairments in attention leading to distraction and inability to organize and focus, struggles with substance use, difficulty understanding reality and making sense of different visions and voices and trouble maintaining meaningful relationships and finding a sense of purpose in life.
![Photo of Rachel McInerney - MindfullyRenewed, DNP, FNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/07083b3f-9a20-4315-8efe-3e978f68cf40/3/320x400.png)
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.
![Photo of Jennifer Mclean-Russ, APRN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f9711abb-81a3-4a88-9f26-b19e58c63586/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jennifer Mclean-Russ
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (Online Only)
I have over 6 years of Christian-based individual and marital counseling experience before ascertaining my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree. I work with clients that have anxiety, depression, spirituality issues, and life stressors. grieve, and marital conflict.
I have over 6 years of Christian-based individual and marital counseling experience before ascertaining my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree. I work with clients that have anxiety, depression, spirituality issues, and life stressors. grieve, and marital conflict.
![Photo of Andrea Hernandez Gonzalez, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7e3e0ba5-7527-4091-8e69-3bec3d571066/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have been practicing psychiatric medicine for over 14 years. It is a privilege for me to serve and help patients who are struggling with mental, emotional, behavioral disorders and addictions. Seeing my patients overcome adversity and become resilient is highly rewarding. With my skill set, expertise and training I aim to help you develop the tools to move forward and bring positive change into your life.
I have been practicing psychiatric medicine for over 14 years. It is a privilege for me to serve and help patients who are struggling with mental, emotional, behavioral disorders and addictions. Seeing my patients overcome adversity and become resilient is highly rewarding. With my skill set, expertise and training I aim to help you develop the tools to move forward and bring positive change into your life.
![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 Rex Moody, MD, DLFAPA, DABPN, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c794d9f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work to understand with you your experience - in the here and now. Through your self-observations, I work to understand with you how your experience affects your current life- your work, your relationships and your play. I work to understand with you how what you go through has developed. Through greater self-understanding, we work to change what you want to change.
I work to understand with you your experience - in the here and now. Through your self-observations, I work to understand with you how your experience affects your current life- your work, your relationships and your play. I work to understand with you how what you go through has developed. Through greater self-understanding, we work to change what you want to change.
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![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 Kristen Bagby, MSN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d01b3087-4cf6-433a-a1f7-f895d8d664a8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kristen Bagby
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, intrusive thoughts, or difficulty concentrating? These challenges can leave you feeling stuck, but there is hope! My approach to care is trauma-informed and recovery-oriented empowering you to use your strengths and skills to live a life you choose.
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, intrusive thoughts, or difficulty concentrating? These challenges can leave you feeling stuck, but there is hope! My approach to care is trauma-informed and recovery-oriented empowering you to use your strengths and skills to live a life you choose.
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.
![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 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
Waitlist for 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.
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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 Bryan William Krehnbrink - Arrive Mental Health, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4bd69470-4b99-431c-8f1b-a03f13125fb3/2/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Dr. Madison Piotrowski, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e1ca0fe0-df65-494c-9bf1-0ee1874a45e6/2/320x400.jpeg)
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 Shara Laccone, CPNP-PC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d2cd144a-9083-4af3-97e1-2fa0cd322c24/3/320x400.jpeg)
Shara Laccone
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CPNP-PC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
I moved into psychiatry from a pediatrics background and enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 25 years old and under) on developing a therapeutic relationship that involves counseling and, when appropriate, medication management. I work with Dr. Robin Casey collaboratively within her practice and also embrace an integrative and holistic approach to patient health. I am currently seeing all my patients via telemedicine to help keep everyone safe during COVID. After you contact my office and complete our intake process, the wait time to be seen as a new patient is less than a week.
I moved into psychiatry from a pediatrics background and enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 25 years old and under) on developing a therapeutic relationship that involves counseling and, when appropriate, medication management. I work with Dr. Robin Casey collaboratively within her practice and also embrace an integrative and holistic approach to patient health. I am currently seeing all my patients via telemedicine to help keep everyone safe during COVID. After you contact my office and complete our intake process, the wait time to be seen as a new patient is less than a week.
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How does your Psychiatrist compare?
Number of Psychiatrists in Chapel Hill, NC
60+
Average cost per session
$225
Psychiatrists in Chapel Hill, NC who prioritize treating:
97% | Anxiety |
95% | Depression |
90% | Medication Management |
79% | ADHD |
79% | Trauma and PTSD |
76% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
74% | Bipolar Disorder |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Aetna |
67% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
56% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Psychiatrists in Chapel Hill, NC see their clients
80% | In Person and Online | |
20% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
59% | Female | |
41% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in Chapel Hill?
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.