Find a psychiatrist in Des Moines, IA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Des Moines, IA accepting new patients
Seeking therapy in Des Moines? Headway's network includes providers throughout East Village, Beaverdale, and surrounding areas who specialize in everything from anxiety to relationships. Access 72 providers with average savings of 75% on sessions through insurance, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session.
Immediate availability for new patients! I prescribe medicine, supplements, minerals, and/or herbs to children and adults who struggle with anxiety, autism, ADHD (in children), OCD, depression, addiction, bipolar etc. I will work with your therapist or help find one who is a good fit for you!
Hi, I'm Ola. I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over seven years of experience in healthcare, including five years dedicated to mental and behavioral health. I specialize in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and ADHD, and I bring both clinical expertise and genuine compassion to every person I work with. My clients often describe me as a go-getter who truly listens, and that's exactly the kind of provider I show up as every day.
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Understanding Your Issues:
I understand that every individual is unique, and your concerns are as individual as you are. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with 18 years of experience in general health and 7 years of mental health. I diagnose and treat mental disorders with a sense of comfort and trust. My practice combines the best of psychiatric services with focus on the best treatment plan for your general well-being.
I provide compassionate, confidential psychiatric care designed to help you feel supported and understood. Each treatment plan is personalized, using evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs and goals. My goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where we can work together to manage challenges such as anxiety, depression, mood changes, or sleep issues. Appointments are available virtually for your convenience.
Something has been off for a while — maybe you can't sleep, can't focus, can't seem to shake a persistent heaviness that makes everyday life harder than it should be. You've been managing it on your own, but you're ready for something to actually change.
I'm Rebecca Baker, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner serving adolescents and adults across Iowa. I help people who are living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, sleep disruption, and the stress of major life transitions — and I take a genuinely personalized approach to each person I work with.
I believe mental health care works best when people feel truly known, respected, and safe. My approach combines evidence-based psychiatric care and medication management with compassionate, whole-person support. I work with children, teens, and adults, and I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable being honest without fear of judgment.
For clients who desire it, I also offer Catholic-integrated care that honors the role faith can play in healing, identity, relationships, suffering, purpose, and hope. My goal is never to pressure or preach, but to thoughtfully integrate Catholic values, spirituality, prayer, or faith-based perspectives into treatment in a clinically appropriate and supportive way. I especially enjoy helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, postpartum mental health, motherhood transitions, trauma, relationship stress, life changes, and struggles related to self-worth or burnout.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I provide medication management while also taking time to understand the deeper emotional, relational, lifestyle, and spiritual factors affecting mental health. Clients often tell me they appreciate that I am warm, approachable, thorough, and collaborative rather than rushed or impersonal.
Whether you are looking for practical symptom relief, deeper healing, or a provider who understands and respects your faith, my hope is that you feel supported, heard, and encouraged throughout the process.
About our psychiatrists serving Des Moines, IA
- 100%Depression
- 99%Anxiety
- 96%PTSD
- 92%Bipolar disorder
- 84%ADD/ADHD
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 96%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 51%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 47%Providence Health Plan
- 100%English
- 4%French
- 3%Swahili
- 3%Tagalog
- 3%Yoruba
- 99%Online only
- 1%In-person or online
- 85%Woman
- 15%Man
- 99%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- 1%Medical Doctor
- 95%Individual therapy
- 12%Family therapy
- 8%Couples therapy
- 5%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 Des Moines, IA
Searching for psychiatrists in Des Moines starts with understanding the type of mental health care you need. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, and manage psychiatric care. Therapists focus on talk therapy and support. If you are looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, either path may be a fit depending on your needs. Look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, clinical focus, and care approach match what you want to address.
In Des Moines, your search may include offices near downtown, East Village, Beaverdale, West Des Moines, and nearby communities. Virtual appointments can also make it easier to find a psychiatrist with availability that fits your schedule. Psychiatric appointments for medication management are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people choose to work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, read each profile to compare specialties, appointment availability, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered.
Psychiatric care in Des Moines 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 care starts. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and match your insurance details. You can review bios, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose a virtual or in-person appointment when you are 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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