Find a psychiatrist in Palo Alto, CA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Palo Alto, CA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Palo Alto across neighborhoods like Downtown, Midtown, and Professorville. Headway connects you with 945 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many accepting insurance to help you save on sessions.
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Hi! I'm Dr. Heather Blondin. I completed my DO degree at Touro University Nevada and my Psychiatry residency at Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV. I am board-certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. While everyone is welcome, I particularly enjoy working with women, college students, healthcare professionals, and those navigating life transitions.
Please note: I cannot prescribe controlled substances for patients located outside of Nevada.
About our psychiatrists serving Palo Alto, CA
- 99%Depression
- 98%Anxiety
- 86%ADD/ADHD
- 86%Bipolar disorder
- 86%PTSD
- 98%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 85%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 59%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 9%Spanish
- 5%Tagalog
- 4%Igbo
- 3%Hindi
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 73%Woman
- 27%Man
- 90%Nurse Practitioner
- 9%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 18%Family therapy
- 6%Couples therapy
- 6%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right psychiatrist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Psychiatrist in Palo Alto, CA
Finding the right psychiatrist in Palo Alto starts with knowing what kind of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage ongoing medication plans. Therapists offer talk therapy and support, and some people choose therapy, psychiatric care, or both. If you’re looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, background, and approach before booking.
Palo Alto has local psychiatry options, though nearby availability may vary by schedule, insurance plan, and appointment type. Virtual appointments can expand your options beyond a nearby office while still keeping care consistent with your routine. Medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. As you compare psychiatrists in Palo Alto, look at appointment availability, whether a free phone consultation is offered, and what each bio says about communication style and care focus.
Psychiatric care in Palo Alto can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before your first appointment. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who are accepting new patients, enter your insurance details for a cost estimate, and book directly when you’re ready. You can browse profiles, compare fit, and find a psychiatrist who matches your needs and takes your plan.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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