Psychiatrists in Huntsville, AL
![Photo of Charles Hayden, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/404c46f3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am an adult psychiatrist treating depressed and anxious patients that have failed traditional medical and psychological treatments . Many patients are not aware that there are effective and affordable alternative treatments when antidepressants are not effective or have unacceptable side effects.
I am an adult psychiatrist treating depressed and anxious patients that have failed traditional medical and psychological treatments . Many patients are not aware that there are effective and affordable alternative treatments when antidepressants are not effective or have unacceptable side effects.
![Photo of Quratulain Agha, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8e9ecdd9-71e8-4a06-a805-790d5116d20f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Quratulain Agha
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Huntsville, AL 35801
Waitlist for new clients
My practice offers an approach that combines both psychopharmacology and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am relatively conservative in the use of medication and prefer engaging patients' use of insight to help relieve them of their symptoms and mental anguish.
My practice offers an approach that combines both psychopharmacology and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am relatively conservative in the use of medication and prefer engaging patients' use of insight to help relieve them of their symptoms and mental anguish.
![Photo of Sofia Lizbeth Aeschlimann, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f147ba3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By skillfully applying medication management and complementary therapy approaches, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By skillfully applying medication management and complementary therapy approaches, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
![Photo of Dr. Ronil Shah, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0e98e89a-fc75-4ab0-884b-120322fe4d07/1/320x400.jpeg)
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
![Photo of Dr. Chenhang Zou, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/227573ed-c799-4ba9-b6f3-7dd19138fbe4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Embark on your healing journey with Dr. Zou, a Board-certified psychiatrist who blends the precision of medicine with the art of psychotherapy. Trained at Emory and UAlabama, Dr. Zou is expert at integrating medication management and psychotherapy, including CBT. But her approach is not just about effective treatment; it's about empowering you with self-knowledge and tools for sustainable mental well-being. With Dr. Zou, you can explore a personalized, empathetic approach that resonates uniquely with you.
Embark on your healing journey with Dr. Zou, a Board-certified psychiatrist who blends the precision of medicine with the art of psychotherapy. Trained at Emory and UAlabama, Dr. Zou is expert at integrating medication management and psychotherapy, including CBT. But her approach is not just about effective treatment; it's about empowering you with self-knowledge and tools for sustainable mental well-being. With Dr. Zou, you can explore a personalized, empathetic approach that resonates uniquely with you.
![Photo of Nakeetsha Dryer, CRNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/27b75c35-a779-411c-9879-8015681c8c2f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Nakeetsha Dryer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Huntsville, AL 35802
Do you find yourself struggling with the stronghold of addiction? Are you looking for a compassionate practitioner who will understand your situation, prioritize your concerns, and collaborate with you to achieve the mental well-being you've yearned for? If this is you, I encourage you to schedule an appointment. Addiction has cast a shadow over your life for too long—it's time to embark on a new journey.
Do you find yourself struggling with the stronghold of addiction? Are you looking for a compassionate practitioner who will understand your situation, prioritize your concerns, and collaborate with you to achieve the mental well-being you've yearned for? If this is you, I encourage you to schedule an appointment. Addiction has cast a shadow over your life for too long—it's time to embark on a new journey.
![Photo of Heath Robert Penland, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42390faf-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Penland established North Alabama Psychiatric Services (NAPA) in 2016 to create a comfortable and compassionate outpatient environment where experienced clinicians and their patients can explore and promote healing of emotional, mental, behavioral and family health problems. Each patient and situation deserves a thorough and respectful personalized assessment, with the most honest and appropriate care plan. Dr. Penland believes that in a private setting, with a professional and collaborative multidisciplinary team approach, people have the best chance to experience an alleviation of suffering, to grow and thrive in life.
Dr. Penland established North Alabama Psychiatric Services (NAPA) in 2016 to create a comfortable and compassionate outpatient environment where experienced clinicians and their patients can explore and promote healing of emotional, mental, behavioral and family health problems. Each patient and situation deserves a thorough and respectful personalized assessment, with the most honest and appropriate care plan. Dr. Penland believes that in a private setting, with a professional and collaborative multidisciplinary team approach, people have the best chance to experience an alleviation of suffering, to grow and thrive in life.
![Photo of Violet Gilbert, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a153b9ec-88b6-4eac-b6d5-e69319508b6a/2/320x400.jpeg)
My goal is to help restore mental balance through psychological therapy and medication management when needed. I believe in a holistic approach to meet the spiritual, physical and emotional need of every client and their family.
My goal is to help restore mental balance through psychological therapy and medication management when needed. I believe in a holistic approach to meet the spiritual, physical and emotional need of every client and their family.
![Photo of Michelle Pratt, PMHNP, CRNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4705a2b9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
My goal is to help you get back on an even playing field with the rest of the world through better mental health. I welcome diversity of cultures and lifestyles. My part of treatment can be considered treating the brain & symptoms, whereas the psychotherapist could be seen as tending more to the mind and coping strategies for situations. Ultimately, I believe you should have some sense of control in managing your treatment. I will work with you to find a balance in medication and your personal needs. Treatment shouldn't have to be unpleasant.
My goal is to help you get back on an even playing field with the rest of the world through better mental health. I welcome diversity of cultures and lifestyles. My part of treatment can be considered treating the brain & symptoms, whereas the psychotherapist could be seen as tending more to the mind and coping strategies for situations. Ultimately, I believe you should have some sense of control in managing your treatment. I will work with you to find a balance in medication and your personal needs. Treatment shouldn't have to be unpleasant.
![Photo of Shalita Clark, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6f950c27-c2cf-4495-93fe-40c5554074dc/1/320x400.jpeg)
Shalita Clark
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Huntsville, AL 35801 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Shalita Clark, and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practioner with a clinical career in outpatient settings. I specialize in managing the care of adults with depression, bipolar, anxiety, panic, PTSD, ADHD, substance use, mood disorders, personality disorders, schizoaffective disorder, eating disorders, schizophrenia, and adjustment disorders. I provide extensive psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacological treatment initiation, monitoring, and management.
Hello, my name is Shalita Clark, and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practioner with a clinical career in outpatient settings. I specialize in managing the care of adults with depression, bipolar, anxiety, panic, PTSD, ADHD, substance use, mood disorders, personality disorders, schizoaffective disorder, eating disorders, schizophrenia, and adjustment disorders. I provide extensive psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacological treatment initiation, monitoring, and management.
![Photo of Kathryn Werner, MPAS, PA-C, CAQ, Physician Assistant](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bd31e59b-e90b-4070-bd1d-5f46700a284d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kathryn Werner
Physician Assistant, MPAS, PA-C, CAQ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntsville, AL 35802 (Online Only)
Anxiety, depression or OCD overwhelm are impacting your life, and you’re ready to get some help. You feel like meds might be an important piece of the puzzle, but traditional psychiatry doesn’t quite feel right. You’re not sure exactly what you need, but it’s definitely not inconvenient appointments, phone tags, or a provider who focuses on meds more than on you. You’re looking for a partner in your mental wellness and a process that feels good.
Anxiety, depression or OCD overwhelm are impacting your life, and you’re ready to get some help. You feel like meds might be an important piece of the puzzle, but traditional psychiatry doesn’t quite feel right. You’re not sure exactly what you need, but it’s definitely not inconvenient appointments, phone tags, or a provider who focuses on meds more than on you. You’re looking for a partner in your mental wellness and a process that feels good.
![Photo of Dr. Bethany Robinson @ Robinson Mental Health, DNP, RN, Psychiatric Nurse](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f5d51c19-07ce-4d1d-9dfc-2ce8055da12d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Bethany Robinson @ Robinson Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse, DNP, RN
Verified Verified
Huntsville, AL 35801
At RMC we want to build a strong relationship with you so that you feel comfortable overcoming the stressors that you are having. At RMC you are family. I help young adults to empty nesters who struggle with anxiety, substance use, and PTSD overcome the lack of joy in their lives and reclaim resilience, confidence, and purpose by offering an integrative approach that includes holistic medication management, lifestyle coaching, and self-care reinforcement.
At RMC we want to build a strong relationship with you so that you feel comfortable overcoming the stressors that you are having. At RMC you are family. I help young adults to empty nesters who struggle with anxiety, substance use, and PTSD overcome the lack of joy in their lives and reclaim resilience, confidence, and purpose by offering an integrative approach that includes holistic medication management, lifestyle coaching, and self-care reinforcement.
![Photo of Maranda Hansley, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/17d17197-a587-45ca-993d-6a9f1cf31137/1/320x400.png)
Maranda Hansley
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Huntsville, AL 35801
Hi! I am Maranda Hansley, and I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I have worked in psychiatry as a registered nurse for nearly half a decade. My experiences have been in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked with patients with mood disorders, psychotic spectrum disorders, substance use disorders, trauma/stress related conditions, eating disorders, etc. I have a passion for preventative care services, and that is what I believe to be the purpose of outpatient psychiatric services. I want to be part of the solution before it becomes a higher level crisis.
Hi! I am Maranda Hansley, and I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I have worked in psychiatry as a registered nurse for nearly half a decade. My experiences have been in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked with patients with mood disorders, psychotic spectrum disorders, substance use disorders, trauma/stress related conditions, eating disorders, etc. I have a passion for preventative care services, and that is what I believe to be the purpose of outpatient psychiatric services. I want to be part of the solution before it becomes a higher level crisis.
![Photo of Lauren P Ross, PMHNP, CRNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d6a5e843-6236-491c-b075-15d7b237de92/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lauren P Ross
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CRNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntsville, AL 35801
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Madison Psychiatry Services LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, AL 35758
I believe that every patient is unique, and deserves individualized care. My number 1 priority is to do my best to find out what will work for each patient.
I believe that every patient is unique, and deserves individualized care. My number 1 priority is to do my best to find out what will work for each patient.
![Photo of Regina Doody, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6ed71aa2-bb3b-4dff-8438-7bb182f2d3b4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Regina Doody
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, AL 35758
Waitlist for new clients
ADHD, Depression, Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorders, and PTSD are primarily the conditions that I closely work with. It is my passion to help people succeed in achieving better mental health, physical health, and happiness. I enjoy the privilege of working with people from all walks of life with a variety of life challenges.
ADHD, Depression, Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorders, and PTSD are primarily the conditions that I closely work with. It is my passion to help people succeed in achieving better mental health, physical health, and happiness. I enjoy the privilege of working with people from all walks of life with a variety of life challenges.
Online Psychiatrists
![Photo of Dr. Phillip Smith, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/427caffe-76c5-4631-8d82-76afa0289b50/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a psychiatrist medical doctor (MD). I will offer you my approach as a physician throughout your treatment journey. I understand the difficulties you face, whether it's battling depression, can't sleep, struggling with inattention, coping with psychosis, or fighting substance use disorders. If your goal is to find relief from these acute and chronic mental health conditions, and I am here to prioritize your journey towards remission.
I am a psychiatrist medical doctor (MD). I will offer you my approach as a physician throughout your treatment journey. I understand the difficulties you face, whether it's battling depression, can't sleep, struggling with inattention, coping with psychosis, or fighting substance use disorders. If your goal is to find relief from these acute and chronic mental health conditions, and I am here to prioritize your journey towards remission.
![Photo of Ioana N Shirley, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3eb18a58-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, I am Ioana Shirley, medical doctor board certified in Child and Adult Psychiatry. I have 30 years of daily experience in the outpatient treatment of all psychiatric disorders, using a variety of modalities that include therapy, medications, family interventions, TMS, Esketamine etc. I believe that the success of all psychiatric and psychological interventions depends on the provider's training and skills, but also on the relationship between you and this provider. I offer a one stop safe, private and respectful place for psychoeducation, counseling and complex treatments. Healing is the goal in our partnership.
Hello, I am Ioana Shirley, medical doctor board certified in Child and Adult Psychiatry. I have 30 years of daily experience in the outpatient treatment of all psychiatric disorders, using a variety of modalities that include therapy, medications, family interventions, TMS, Esketamine etc. I believe that the success of all psychiatric and psychological interventions depends on the provider's training and skills, but also on the relationship between you and this provider. I offer a one stop safe, private and respectful place for psychoeducation, counseling and complex treatments. Healing is the goal in our partnership.
![Photo of Dr. Ronil Shah, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ce82f01a-a7b1-4e03-b555-3a6996beb44d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
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How does your Psychiatrist compare?
Number of Psychiatrists in Huntsville, AL
10+
Average cost per session
$150
Psychiatrists in Huntsville, AL who prioritize treating:
100% | Anxiety |
93% | Depression |
93% | Bipolar Disorder |
73% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
60% | Trauma and PTSD |
60% | Medication Management |
53% | Emotional Disturbance |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
57% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
43% | Aetna |
43% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Psychiatrists in Huntsville, AL see their clients
80% | In Person and Online | |
20% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
21% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in Huntsville?
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.