Find a psychiatrist in Brooklyn, NY — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Brooklyn, NY accepting new patients
Brooklyn residents can access mental health care through 1,204 providers on Headway, serving areas including Greenpoint, DUMBO, and Carroll Gardens. With flexible scheduling and insurance support, clients often save 75% on sessions while receiving care that fits their needs.
I am a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience, including emergency care. I am passionate about mental health and providing holistic, patient-centered treatment through a combination of medication management and therapeutic support. My goal is to help patients feel heard, stabilized, and empowered in their care.
My name is Gillian Foster and I am a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with dual certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC). I take a holistic approach to care, addressing both mental and physical health needs. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and stress-related concerns using evidence-based, individualized treatment plans. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and nonjudgmental, with a focus on helping clients feel heard, balanced, and in control of their well-being.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and I offer psychiatric services through Telehealth, allowing clients to attend appointments from the comfort and privacy of their own space.
Starting mental health care can feel overwhelming, and many people seek support when they feel stressed, stuck, or unsure how to cope. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can speak openly. Together, we’ll work to understand your challenges and develop strategies that support healing, resilience, and lasting emotional well-being.
I am a board- certified psychiatric nurse practitioner committed to compassionate, ethical, and individualized mental health care.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner serving clients in Texas, Maryland & New York. I work with diverse kinds of clients (Age 18 +) with different cultural backgrounds and mental health problems. I specialize in depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Insomnia, bipolar disorder, eating disorder, personality disorder and much more. I am a compassionate provider with a passion for patients with mental illness.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns of trauma, or exhausted by PTSD, healing is within reach. I am a compassionate psychiatrist whose practice is informed by a social-work lens. This means I look at the big picture—how social, environmental, and biological factors impact your mental health. My goal is to guide you from a place of survival to thriving. I provide careful diagnostic assessments and tailored treatment plans that respect your preferences, helping you safely process the past and reclaim control over your future wellbeing.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Brooklyn, NY
- 100%Depression
- 94%Anxiety
- 82%ADD/ADHD
- 79%OCD
- 76%Stress management
- 100%Aetna
- 82%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 70%Cigna
- 70%United Healthcare
- 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 97%English
- 9%Arabic
- 9%French
- 9%Russian
- 9%Spanish
- 94%In-person or online
- 6%In-person only
- 52%Man
- 48%Woman
- 67%Nurse Practitioner
- 33%Medical Doctor
- 100%Individual therapy
- 9%Family therapy
- 6%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 Brooklyn, NY
Finding psychiatrists in Brooklyn starts with understanding what kind of care you want to access. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, a psychiatrist may fit your needs. Review each profile for training, listed specialties, and care approach so you can find someone whose background matches what you are looking for.
Brooklyn has psychiatrists across neighborhoods like Williamsburg, Park Slope, Greenpoint, and DUMBO, but location is only one part of the search. Consider whether an in-person office fits your commute, transit route, and schedule, or whether virtual appointments give you more options. Psychiatry 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. Reading bios before booking can help you understand session structure, communication style, and whether a free phone consultation is available.
Psychiatric care in Brooklyn can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket expense before care begins. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who are accepting new patients, add your insurance details for verification, and see estimated costs before you book. From there, you can compare profiles, review availability, 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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