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Top psychiatrists in Jersey City, NJ accepting new patients

Mental health care is accessible across Jersey City with Headway's 659 licensed providers available for virtual or in-person sessions. From Downtown to Lincoln Park neighborhoods, providers offer open availability and work with your insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.

Lara Mitchell Bauducco

Lara Mitchell Bauducco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Mount Holly, NJ


“I am passionate about empowering women and offering them a safe, understanding space where they feel heard and supported.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Blossom Psychiatry

Blossom Psychiatry

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lumberton Township, NJ


“We are committed to creating a compassionate, supportive, and collaborative space to work together to achieve your mental health goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicole Ibe

Nicole Ibe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lumberton Township, NJ


“I am a firm believer in taking a whole-person centered approach to care. I understand that mental health does not exist in a vacuum and is often influenced by your environment, physical health, relationships, and many other key aspects of life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Olufisayo Owolabi

Olufisayo Owolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Union, NJ


“My approach to providing care is compassionate, patient-centered, and focused on listening to each person's needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Avreliya Shapiro

Dr. Avreliya Shapiro

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New Jersey


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.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Nerisa Bryan

Nerisa Bryan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe it is essential to establish trust with each client, thereby making them more likely to open up and share important details of their struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Ijeamaka Emejuru

Dr. Ijeamaka Emejuru

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Piscataway, NJ


“My approach to care is collaborative, holistic, and patient-centered. This includes thoughtful medication management, education about your mental health, and an emphasis on building trust and open communication.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Lubna Qureshi

Dr. Lubna Qureshi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I'm deeply passionate about implementing evidence-based practices and adopting a holistic, culturally sensitive, and patient-centered approach to treating mental health disorders in children and adolescents.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cynthia Tegethoff

Cynthia Tegethoff

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hampton, NJ


“I believe in a holistic approach to mental health care, which means I consider all aspects of an individual's life and well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Oluwole Oderinde

Oluwole Oderinde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My first session with you will be about knowing each other and exploring the purpose of coming to see each other, from there we will identify the problems and discuss the ways to resolve them in a compassionate and acceptable ways.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Doris Chukwu

Doris Chukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Plainfield, NJ


“I strive to create a warm and safe environment where my patients feel free to express themselves without feeling judged or unsupported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phenita Mouzon

Phenita Mouzon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to always build trusting relationships with my clients. Providing an environment that is comforting and safe...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Faith Atte

Faith Atte

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Princeton, NJ


“I combine evidence-based treatments, including medications and therapy, with education and lifestyle strategies to help patients build long-term mental wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Valerie Garcia

Valerie Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), combined with a supportive, solution-focused mindset to help you navigate challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change in your life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marlena Boeni

Marlena Boeni

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newark, NJ


“I want to know your challenges, and we will work to give you the coping mechanisms that allow you to flourish.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chidinma Emele

Chidinma Emele

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in behavioral health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Constance Mensah

Constance Mensah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elizabeth, NJ


“She is an active listener whose approach is patient centered. She is passionate about delivering evidence-based, compassionate, and quality mental health services across the life span.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Harrieth Nnadi

Harrieth Nnadi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yaa Opare-Afari

Yaa Opare-Afari

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Voorhees Township, NJ


“I believe that mental health care works best when we work together—you're the expert on your life, and I bring clinical knowledge to help guide the process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oyebola Asenuga

Oyebola Asenuga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Plainfield, NJ


“My goal is to empower clients to take an active role in their mental health journey and equip them with the tools they need to thrive.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Josephine Lopez

Josephine Lopez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Caldwell, NJ


“I believe effective treatment starts with truly listening and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laura Bastone

Laura Bastone

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


Welcome! I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who provides personalized mental health services to patients with an approachable style. I believe in person-centered care with evidence-based treatment approaches.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Belli

Ashley Belli

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington Township, NJ


“I like to work collaboratively with my patients to ensure their goals and expectations still align with my recommendations.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Olufunke Attila

Olufunke Attila

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to provide you with a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your feelings, challenges, and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Francois Nguetsop

Francois Nguetsop

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Springfield, NJ


“I focus on understanding the whole person—their history, strengths, stressors, and goals—rather than reducing care to symptoms alone.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hannah Nsiah

Hannah Nsiah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a dedicated and compassionate PMHNP with over sixteen years of experience in behavioral and mental health nursing and women's health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elaine Quaye

Elaine Quaye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Union, NJ


“Elaine is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with experience treating populations across the lifespan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Lukresia Kawira

Dr. Lukresia Kawira

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iselin, NJ


“Mental health care is a continuous journey. I consistently monitor my patients' progress and modify treatment plans to achieve the best results.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karen Paster

Karen Paster

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“Known for her compassionate, patient-centered approach, Karen takes the time to understand each patient's history, symptoms, and treatment goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Eucharia Ihem

Eucharia Ihem

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


As a psychiatric nurse practitioner board-certified, I have 20 years of work experience in inpatient and outpatient mental health care settings. My specialties include mood disorders, anxiety, psychotic disorders, depression and much more.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Luisa Cacciaguida

Dr. Luisa Cacciaguida

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New Jersey


“She develops personalized treatment plans that are thorough and practical, with a focus on helping patients make steady, lasting progress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sandhya Chilukala

Sandhya Chilukala

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect a warm, compassionate, and collaborative environment where their concerns are truly heard and respected.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachene Alexander

Rachene Alexander

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is not only symptom reduction but also helping you build resilience, improve daily functioning, and enhance your overall quality of life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Beatrice Mebude

Beatrice Mebude

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maplewood, NJ


I am a nurse practitioner with over 20years experience in psychiatric mental health. I am board certification as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner across life span. I completed my advanced Graduate Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, New Jersey. My area of specialization includes treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Posttraumatic disorder (PTSD), Sleep issues and medication management.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachel Hirsch

Rachel Hirsch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hackensack, NJ


“Clients will feel better when they have a session with me. Not because their problems are gone, but because they get to be honest, cry, laugh, and feel connected to someone who cares.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Clairemeda Pacius-Joseph

Clairemeda Pacius-Joseph

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I help adults and adolescents manage conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and sleep problems using evidence-based and holistic approaches.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alexis Kim

Alexis Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, the most important aspect of care is mindful listening while hearing personal stories of feelings, thoughts and experiences.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rachael Olaode

Rachael Olaode

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


I’m a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in mental health. I specialized in treating conditions like anxiety, depression, stress, and ADHD, using a holistic and compassionate approach

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joan Palermo

Joan Palermo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ocean Township, NJ


“Getting acquainted with my clients in an effort to understand their life situation(s)... my goal is to develop a deep trust through collaboration and professional healthy boundaries to foster a safe, therapeutic environment to support their growth,...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marilyn Gaesser

Marilyn Gaesser

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wayne, NJ


“I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 30 years of experience working with people of all ages and different mental health issues.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Jersey City, NJ

Number of psychiatrists within 20 miles of Jersey City, NJ
There are over 41 psychiatrists in Jersey City, NJ accepting new patients.
41+
Average years in practice
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6 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 95%ADD/ADHD
  • 88%Bipolar disorder
  • 85%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 98%Cigna
  • 90%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 12%French
  • 12%Yoruba
  • 10%Spanish
  • 7%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 59%Woman
  • 41%Man
License types
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  • 93%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 7%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 95%Individual therapy
  • 12%Family therapy
  • 10%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 5%Couples therapy

Frequently asked questions

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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 Jersey City

Finding psychiatrists in Jersey City starts with knowing what type of mental health care you want to access. Psychiatrists can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and provide medication management. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can also prescribe and manage medication. Therapists provide talk therapy and support, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. If you’re seeking care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or medication management, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties and approach match your needs.

Jersey City has in-person and virtual psychiatry options across areas like Downtown, Journal Square, the Heights, and Lincoln Park. A nearby office may matter if you prefer to meet in person or want an appointment that fits around your commute, while virtual sessions may offer more flexibility across your schedule. Psychiatry appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy. As you compare options, review each profile for availability, whether they are accepting new patients, session format, and communication style before you book.

Psychiatric care in Jersey City can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated cost before your first appointment. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who take your insurance, are accepting new patients, and offer clear booking options. You can enter your insurance details, compare profiles, 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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