Find a psychiatrist in Forest Hills, NY — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Forest Hills, NY accepting new patients
Find mental healthcare support in Forest Hills with 1,198 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management. Headway connects you with empowering, solution-oriented providers across neighborhoods like Kew Gardens and Forest Hills Gardens, with flexible in-person or virtual sessions covered by insurance.
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.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I’m passionate about helping you navigate life’s challenges with resilience. I have experience working with adults managing ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, depression, and cultural identity concerns. I strive to provide a culturally sensitive, affirming space where you feel heard and understood.
My name is Heather, and I prefer people refer to me as Heather, not Dr. Muxworthy. I have worked as a Psych RN, CNS, and NP for the past 35 years. My passion has been to work with people with bipolar disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders. I have a subspecialty in Personality Disorder. I am well versed in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, as well as Cognitive Therapy and other modalities. I am a therapist at heart and also can prescribe psychotropic medications.
I am a doctorally prepared, dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered, and evidence-based care. I strive to create a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their mental health journey.
By integrating my medical and psychiatric expertise, I take a holistic approach to care, addressing both physical and emotional well-being to help improve overall health outcomes. My goal is to partner with you to develop a personalized plan that supports your growth, stability, and long-term wellness
My name is Henry Coffield and I believe in mental wellness. The beginning of any process has to involve belief. I have worked for over 20 years in this field. I bring an open minded , humorous perspective through the therapeutic process. I believe in medication management yet it has to include additional work such as mentorship, life coach, therapist, spiritual advisor.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Forest Hills, NY
- 100%Depression
- 95%Anxiety
- 88%OCD
- 80%ADD/ADHD
- 78%Panic disorders
- 100%Aetna
- 83%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 78%Cigna
- 78%United Healthcare
- 76%Oxford
- 98%English
- 10%Spanish
- 7%Russian
- 7%Urdu
- 5%French
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
- 61%Woman
- 39%Man
- 76%Nurse Practitioner
- 24%Medical Doctor
- 100%Individual therapy
- 10%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%Family therapy
- 2%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 Therapist in Forest Hills
Finding the right psychiatrist in Forest Hills starts with understanding what kind of care you need. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and in some cases provide talk therapy. If you're looking for help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or medication management, a psychiatrist may be the right fit. Psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) can also prescribe and manage medication and are another option available through Headway.
With many mental health providers practicing across Queens — from Forest Hills and Kew Gardens to Rego Park and Jackson Heights — narrowing your search can take time. Consider what matters most to you, whether that's a provider who specializes in a specific condition, offers virtual appointments, or practices close to your neighborhood. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their approach and decide if they're a good match before you book.
Psychiatry in the Forest Hills area can be expensive without insurance. Using your in-network benefits is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and with insurance, session costs may be as low as $0 per visit, but costs may vary based on your location and exact coverage. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans. Enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm what coverage is available in Forest Hills and see your estimated costs.
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