Find a psychiatrist in Amherst, MA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Amherst, MA accepting new patients
Amherst, Massachusetts residents can access therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 376 providers. Whether you're in Downtown, North Amherst, or South Amherst, find the right fit for your needs with free consultations available and appointments as soon as tomorrow.
I am a provider dedicated to empowering clients I work with through supportive health education and shared decision making. I enjoy discussing medication and therapy options. This is your health, and I want to support you in making your own informed decisions.
There is no weight/body shaming in my practice.
I gladly accept clients with neurodivergence.
I welcome all marginalized and disenfranchised individuals to my practice. I work closely with LGBTQIA+ communities especially gender diverse/trans communities. I have 23 years of experience in research and education around complex trauma/CPTSD.
As a white provider I participate in lifelong learning and activism to aid in dismantling racism in healthcare settings.
With 165+ reviews and a 4.96 rating on Zocdoc, I have specialized in advanced medication management for complex, treatment-resistant conditions. I utilize a neurobiological approach that focuses on frontal lobe/executive functioning, nervous system dysregulation, and neurotransmitter systems to diagnose and treat various concerns - ADHD/executive dysfunction, OCD, trauma/C-PTSD, high-masking autism, personality profiles, and cases where standard medication treatments have failed. While I specialize in clinical complexity, I bring that same deep, careful attention to treating anxiety, depression, and clients starting medication for the first time.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a background in inpatient care, including working with individuals in crisis and navigating complex mental health situations. I am now building an outpatient practice where I can offer consistent, ongoing support. Prescribing is central to my work, and I approach it thoughtfully, always looking for what will genuinely help each person over the long term. I am committed to being a steady, reliable presence for my clients as they work toward their goals.
About our psychiatrists serving Amherst, MA
- 99%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 87%PTSD
- 85%ADD/ADHD
- 81%Bipolar disorder
- 98%Aetna
- 93%Cigna
- 87%Point32 Healthcare
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 58%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 5%Haitian Creole
- 5%French
- 3%Swahili
- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online
- 78%Woman
- 21%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 90%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 2%Clinical Nurse Specialist
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 15%Family therapy
- 6%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 Amherst
Finding psychiatrists in Amherst starts with knowing whether you need medication support, therapy, or both. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication; therapists provide talk therapy and support. If you are looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, clinical background, and approach to see whether their experience matches what you want help with.
In a smaller city like Amherst, local psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger Massachusetts markets, so virtual appointments can help expand your choices. Psychiatric care often follows a different schedule than therapy, with medication management visits that are usually shorter and less frequent. 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 is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Amherst 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 you book. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who match your needs, accepts a wide range of insurance plans nationally, and shows estimated costs after you enter your insurance details, so you can review bios and book directly 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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