Find a psychiatrist in Gainesville, GA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Gainesville, GA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Gainesville, Georgia across neighborhoods like downtown, midtown, and the surrounding areas. Headway connects you with 240 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management. Sessions are virtual or in-person, covered by insurance, with many clients saving 75% on care.
I’m passionate about helping people feel more like themselves again. I understand how overwhelming it can feel when your emotions, energy, or focus are out of sync. My goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized care that brings stability and peace back into your life.
When I started working in psychiatry it became my passion. I work with individuals from the age of 6 to geriatrics. I have had the pleasure to work on several inpatient crisis stability units for adult age patients 18-55 years old as well as geriatric units for patients ages 55 years and older. I have also worked in a private practice setting for the past 4 years. I have come to realize when you love what you do it no longer truly is work.
K. Erica Hunkin, PhD, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, is a dual board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences and a Master of Science in Marine Chemical Ecology from The University of Mississippi. Her passion for understanding the biological basis of behavior led her to pursue a PhD in Behavioral Neuroendocrinology at North Carolina State University. During her doctoral research, she focused on how hormones influence brain function and behavior, a natural extension of her lifelong curiosity about human behavior. She later transitioned into nursing, earning a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate from Johns Hopkins University. Erica has provided evidence-based, holistic care for children, adolescents, and adults in multiple settings, including community-based clinics, telehealth, and work with active-duty military personnel, reservists, and veterans.
My name is Jessica Harrison. I am a doctoral prepared, dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
I have an extensive medical background that includes primary care, urgent care, internal medicine and hospital medicine. My psychiatric experience includes substance abuse, eating disorders, crisis stabilization, and outpatient services caring for individuals with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, women's mental health, and bipolar disorder II.
Prioritizing your mental health is the foundation for a stable, fulfilling life. I know that the first step—reaching out for help—is often the hardest, so I want to acknowledge your courage in being here. I bring 30 years of experience as a board-certified psychiatrist to our work together.
Board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience. Cared for clients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. managing mild to severe mental illnesses. I generally treat anxiety, depression, bipolar and psychotic disorders.
*I do not prescribe stimulants or benzodiazepines
With over 20 years of nursing experience, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals across inpatient and outpatient settings on their path toward emotional wellness. I believe that healing is not a straight line—it’s a journey.
About our psychiatrists serving Gainesville, GA
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 90%PTSD
- 87%Bipolar disorder
- 80%OCD
- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 3%Spanish
- 3%Igbo
- 2%French
- 2%Haitian Creole
- 81%Online only
- 19%In-person or online
- 90%Woman
- 10%Man
- 91%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 8%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 19%Family therapy
- 8%Child or adolescent therapy
- 6%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 Gainesville
Finding psychiatrists in Gainesville starts with understanding the kind of mental health care you’re looking for. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy. Medication management may include an evaluation, follow-up visits, and changes to a care plan based on your needs. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, both therapy and psychiatry can be valid entry points depending on what you want from care.
In a smaller city like Gainesville, local psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger metro areas, so virtual appointments can expand the number of psychiatrists you can consider. Psychiatric medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist offers virtual or in-person care, and what their bio says about specialties, communication style, and what to expect in a first visit.
Psychiatric care in Gainesville can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and match your insurance, preferences, and schedule. You can review detailed 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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