Find a psychiatrist in East Brunswick, NJ — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in East Brunswick, NJ accepting new patients
Connect with 658 licensed mental health providers in East Brunswick and surrounding neighborhoods like Old Bridge and Jamesburg. Headway offers flexible in-person and virtual sessions covered by insurance, with many patients paying as little as $0 per session. Start your journey to wellness today.
My name is Faith Ekpo, and I am Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents, young adults, older adults. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, overwhelmed, over-thinking, poor sleep or other life challenges, my goal is to help you feel more balanced, empowered, and equipped with the tools you need to thrive. My approach integrates medication management with psychotherapy and individualized therapeutic interventions to support each client’s unique needs and goals.
I'm a psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience treating clients with mental health conditions. My approach is rooted in building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship with each patient. I believe that understanding you as an individual is key to developing an effective and personalized treatment plan. I take the time to listen, get to know your needs and goals, and collaborate with you to find the best path forward for your well-being.
I'm here to support your journey to better mental health.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), my approach is centered on building a collaborative partnership with clients, actively listening to their needs and concerns to develop a tailored plan that empowers them to achieve their goals. My style is warm, supportive, and detailed assessment to reach a correct diagnosis in treating patients. .
Hi, I’m a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from Drexel University with my Master's degree in Nursing. I then completed my Post-Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have over twenty years of experience working in healthcare. Psych has always been my passion. My experiences encompass working with clients across the life span, including Child and Adolescents, Adult, and Geriatric patient populations. I’ve provided services to clients presenting with many psychiatric disorders, such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and more. I’m in the belief that mental health wellbeing is a priority. Human beings are resilient. Holistic care is the key to promoting better patient outcomes. Therefore, I believe that with an evidence-based practice treatment plan consisting of psychotherapy and/or a combination of psychotherapy and medication management, one will be able to control their mental health.
I’m a very compassionate, caring, and empathetic person. I strive to provide holistic care and collaborate with my clients to develop a treatment plan that they are comfortable with.
As a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help could be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for 9 years, with my main focus on clients aged 18-65 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar and ADHD.
I have been Board certified Advanced Practice Nurse for 6 years. I have about 1 year experiencing specializing in generalized anxiety, major depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. I have 4 years of experience as a telemedicine provider. I became a PMHNP because I take pride in helping other achieve a sense of joy in finding peace in their reality and creating healthy coping strategies.
Hello there! Are you navigating a major life transition and feeling like your mind, body, and spirit are all trying to catch up? Maybe you’re in the thick of perimenopause, a divorce, a new job—or all three at once. Or maybe you're experiencing burn out? You may look like you’re holding it together on the outside, but inside you feel tired, anxious, and are craving a deeper healing than just a simple prescription.
My practice is designed for adult women and children in New Jersey. I love to work with people who are ready to feel heard, supported, and treated as a whole person; promoting care that sees the full person, not just the symptoms.
I am passionate about working with people who are open to getting to know themselves better, or getting to know themselves at all, or again! If you’ve been dismissed or overlooked before, I want you to know that this space is different. Here, your process matters. Your story matters. And together, we’ll move toward something more grounded, more peaceful, and more you. If you’re ready to feel like yourself again or meet yourself for the first time, reach out—I’d love to support you!
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of East Brunswick, NJ
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 92%Bipolar disorder
- 90%ADD/ADHD
- 90%OCD
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 94%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 75%Oxford
- 100%English
- 19%Yoruba
- 13%Spanish
- 4%French
- 4%Igbo
- 100%In-person or online
- 75%Woman
- 25%Man
- 96%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 4%Medical Doctor
- 96%Individual therapy
- 15%Family therapy
- 6%Child or adolescent therapy
- 4%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions
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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 East Brunswick, NJ
Finding psychiatrists in East Brunswick starts with understanding what kind of care you want. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy and ongoing support. If you are looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, reviewing a psychiatrist’s listed specialties can help you find someone with relevant training and experience.
In a smaller city like East Brunswick, local psychiatry options may be more limited, so virtual appointments can expand the number of psychiatrists available to you across New Jersey. Medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare options, look at appointment times, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style, clinical focus, and session structure.
Psychiatric care in East Brunswick 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 booking. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who are accepting new patients with your plan, verify your insurance, review estimated costs upfront, 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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