Find a psychiatrist in Edison, NJ — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Edison, NJ accepting new patients
Edison residents can connect with 658 compassionate providers across neighborhoods including Menlo Park, Raritan, and Woodbridge. Headway offers virtual and in-person sessions covered by major insurance plans, helping you save up to 75% on mental health care.
Welcome!
As a board-certified psychiatrist with a specialty in child & adolescent psychiatry I believe healing happens when we address the whole person- mind and body. Seeking help is often the most difficult step on one's healing journey, so congratulations on taking the first step!
If you're a parent worried about your child, or a young person trying to keep it together — I see you, and I'm here to help.
Maybe your child is melting down in ways you can't explain. Maybe your teen is shutting down, struggling at school, or carrying something heavy that nobody's been able to name yet. Maybe you've tried to get help before and it didn't quite fit. Whatever brought you here, you're not overreacting — and you don't have to keep navigating this alone.
Hi! I'm Molly Pritchard, PMHNP-BC, founder of Rivers Psychiatry & Wellness.
** To learn more about my practice, services, and client testimonials, please visit www.riverspsychiatric.com **
I provide psychiatric diagnostic evaluations and medication management for adults throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. My areas of focus include ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, postpartum mental health, women's mental health, and life transitions.
Many of my patients come to me feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, frustrated, or stuck. Whether you're struggling with focus and organization, anxiety, burnout, intrusive thoughts, low mood, or the challenges that come with major life changes, I'm here to provide a supportive, collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with advanced training in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions. I hold a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health and have over 15 years of experience working in psychiatry across outpatient, inpatient, and telehealth settings.
I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults, with a focus on anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and recovery support.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Edison, NJ
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 93%Bipolar disorder
- 91%ADD/ADHD
- 89%PTSD
- 100%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 95%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 77%Oxford
- 100%English
- 20%Yoruba
- 11%Spanish
- 7%French
- 4%Haitian Creole
- 100%In-person or online
- 75%Woman
- 25%Man
- 96%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 4%Medical Doctor
- 96%Individual therapy
- 18%Family therapy
- 9%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%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 Edison, NJ
Finding psychiatrists in Edison starts with knowing what kind of mental health care you need. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists provide talk therapy and can also be part of your care. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, clinical background, and approach before booking.
Edison is a smaller city within a larger central New Jersey care market, so local in-person psychiatry options may be more limited by schedule, office location, or specialty. Virtual appointments can expand your choices while still letting you search for psychiatrists licensed in New Jersey. Psychiatric appointments for medication management 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. Before choosing, check appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Edison 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 begins. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who match your needs, verify your insurance, see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront, 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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