Find a psychiatrist in Stamford, CT — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Stamford, CT accepting new patients
Stamford residents can access therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 194 providers. Whether you're in the Harbor Point, Turn of River, or Springdale area, find compassionate care with flexible scheduling and availability within two weeks.
I am Franchesca Ali (DNP, PMHNP-BC), a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing wholistic care to adults. I offer medication management and psychiatric evaluations. My practice specialties include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, insomnia, peri-partum, college mental health, life transitions, and burn-out. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Columbia University, along with a Psychiatric Certification from Hunter College in New York.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with a passion for helping individuals achieve mental well-being through innovative and compassionate care. As the author of The Guide to Treating Depression and a regular contributor to The Carlat Psychiatry Report—an independent journal free from pharmaceutical funding—I am committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care.
My path to becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner was inspired by personal experiences. The stigma of mental health obstructs many people's journeys to achieving happiness. As a US Army Veteran, I have seen firsthand how this affects the lives of those struggling and their families. My goal is to enhance awareness and reduce the stigma.
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About our psychiatrists serving Stamford, CT
- 99%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 85%ADD/ADHD
- 85%PTSD
- 80%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 60%Oxford
- 97%English
- 9%Spanish
- 3%Haitian Creole
- 2%Hindi
- 2%Gujarati
- 92%Online only
- 8%In-person or online
- 79%Woman
- 21%Man
- 93%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 96%Individual therapy
- 14%Family therapy
- 6%Child or adolescent therapy
- 3%Couples 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 Stamford, CT
Finding the right psychiatrist in Stamford starts with knowing which type of care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy. Both can be helpful entry points, depending on what you want from care. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, credentials, and approach before booking.
Stamford has mental health offices across neighborhoods like Downtown, Harbor Point, Springdale, and Turn of River, but local appointment options may be more limited than in larger cities. Virtual appointments can expand your search while still letting you stay close to your schedule. Medication management visits are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare Stamford psychiatrists, look at availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Stamford can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket cost. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who accept your plan, see estimated costs before you book, and confirm who is accepting new patients. You can review bios, compare virtual and in-person options, and book directly when you’re ready.
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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