Find a psychiatrist in Kansas — covered by insurance

Start by entering your state and insurance plan on Headway. You'll see a list of psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners who accept your coverage and are currently taking new patients. You can review each provider's bio to learn about their background, specialties, and approach — then book a session directly. 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 insurance plan, your specific coverage, and the provider you choose. Once you select a provider and enter your insurance details on Headway, you'll see an estimated session cost before you book. Your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session, but costs vary based on your location and exact insurance coverage. There is no charge to search for a provider or create an account on Headway.

Many insurance plans include some level of coverage for mental health care, though plans may have different coverage levels for therapy and psychiatry. Psychiatry sessions, which often involve medication management, may have separate copays or coverage limits compared to talk therapy.

You can check your mental health coverage by doing any of the following:

• Enter your insurance plan details on Headway to see if we can verify your benefits
• Visit your insurance company's website or app
• Review your explanation of benefits (EOB) and look for details on "behavioral health benefits"
• Call your insurance company directly

Yes, many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners on Headway offer virtual appointments to patients across Kansas. Virtual visits are available statewide, which can be especially helpful if you live in an area with fewer in-person providers. Many insurance plans cover virtual psychiatry sessions, and you can confirm your telehealth coverage when you enter your insurance details on Headway.

Therapists provide talk therapy for mental health concerns. Their titles vary based on training and licensure and can include licensed professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, and clinical social workers.

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, and monitor your response to medication over time. Psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) also diagnose, prescribe, and manage medication. On Headway, you can find both therapists and prescribing providers to support your needs.

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who has completed medical school and a psychiatry residency. A psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse with specialized graduate training in psychiatric care. Both can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and provide ongoing medication management. On Headway, providers in the psychiatrist directory include psychiatrists, PMHNPs, and other licensed prescribers.