Find a psychiatrist in Hayward, CA — covered by insurance

Select your state and insurance on Headway, then browse psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners available in Hayward. You can review each provider's bio to learn about their background, specialties, and approach before booking. Many providers also offer a free phone consultation so you can see if it's a good fit before committing.

Your cost depends on your specific insurance plan and provider. Once you select a provider and enter your insurance details on Headway, we verify your coverage and estimate your in-network session costs before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session — though costs vary based on your location and exact coverage. You can pay by card (credit, debit, HSA, FSA, or HRA) or by connecting your bank account. We bill your payment method after your session, and a temporary hold for the estimated cost is placed a few days beforehand.

Most insurance plans include some level of coverage for mental health care, including psychiatry and medication management. Coverage levels and copays may vary by plan. You can check your mental health coverage by entering your insurance plan details on Headway to see if we can verify it, visiting your insurance company's website, reviewing your explanation of benefits (EOB) under "behavioral health benefits," or calling your insurance company directly. Nationally, Headway partners with plans from Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, and other major carriers. Confirm your specific coverage on Headway for your area.

Yes, many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners on Headway offer virtual appointments to patients in Hayward. Virtual sessions let you meet with your provider from home on a schedule that works for you. When you browse providers on Headway, you can see which ones offer virtual availability and book directly.

Therapists provide talk therapy for mental health concerns. Their titles vary based on training and may include marriage and family therapists, counselors, and social workers. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, and sometimes offer therapy. Other provider types who can prescribe medication include nurse practitioners, MDs, and DOs. On Headway, you can find both therapists and psychiatrists to match your needs.

Psychiatrists commonly help with conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and insomnia. They can provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnose conditions, and create medication management plans. Whether you need a new evaluation or ongoing medication support, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner on Headway can work with you on a care plan. Some insurance plans may require a referral from a primary care physician, while others allow you to self-refer — check with your plan for details.