Find a psychiatrist in Merrick, NY — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Merrick, NY accepting new patients
Merrick residents can access therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 1,203 providers. Serving neighborhoods like Bellmore, Freeport, and Baldwin, we offer flexible scheduling with availability as soon as next day. Work with insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Joseph Weaver, DNP, PMHNP-BC. – is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner currently employed at NYU Long Island. Joe holds a Doctorate from Stony Brook University and has been practicing as a psychiatric nurse practitioner since 2017. Joseph completed his service in the Army Reserves in 2021 as a Captain in a Combat Stress Unit at Fort Dix, NJ and treats people with mental health issues across the life span.
I believe in a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. When working with patients, I start by listening carefully to their concerns and goals. Together, we will create a treatment plan that may include therapy, medication, or lifestyle strategies tailored to individual needs. I emphasize open communication, respect, and education so patients feel informed and empowered in their mental health journey.
I am a dedicated Family / Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner committed to supporting my clients on their mental health journey. My approach is both warm and compassionate, creating a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I believe in being direct and honest while maintaining a foundation of empathy and respect.
With a strong focus on holistic and personalized care, I work collaboratively with clients to develop effective treatment plans that address your unique needs, challenges, and goals. My strength lies in balancing a straightforward communication style with genuine empathy, ensuring you feel supported and motivated throughout your mental health journey.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or life transitions, I am here to help guide you toward wellness with kindness, clarity, and understanding.
My goal is to help you feel better—not just temporarily, but long-term.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I provide comprehensive evidence-based care for children and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, and other mental health concerns. I combine medication management with supportive psychotherapy to create personalized treatment plans that help patients achieve lasting wellness. I also specialize in evaluating and treating treatment-resistant depression, including determining whether advanced therapies such as Spravato® (esketamine) may be appropriate. My goal is to ensure every patient feels heard, supported, and empowered with a clear path toward recovery.
I am a psychiatrist with over fifteen year of experience with children, adolescents and adults, and am dually board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Following undergraduate studies at Barnard College, Columbia University and after medical school, I completed my psychiatry residency at Tufts University and my fellowship in child & adolescent psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
In addition to my clinical work, I have expertise in medical ethics focused on issues of consent, capacity, and shared decision-making in healthcare and for research trials. I also remain dedicated to teaching and mentorship of undergraduates, medical students and trainees.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Merrick, NY
- 95%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 86%OCD
- 81%Panic disorders
- 76%ADD/ADHD
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 95%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 81%United Healthcare
- 95%English
- 19%Spanish
- 14%Russian
- 10%Hebrew
- 5%Bengali
- 100%In-person or online
- 90%Woman
- 10%Man
- 95%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Medical Doctor
- 100%Individual therapy
- 14%Family therapy
- 5%Child or adolescent 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 Merrick, NY
Finding psychiatrists in Merrick starts with understanding the type of care they provide. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists provide talk therapy and support through regular sessions. If you are looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, either type of specialist may be part of your care plan depending on your needs.
In a smaller community like Merrick, local appointment options may be more limited than in larger parts of New York. Virtual psychiatry can expand your search while still giving you access to licensed specialists in your state. As you compare psychiatrists, look at appointment availability, whether they offer virtual or in-person visits, and how they describe their approach. Medication management appointments are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber.
Psychiatric care in Merrick can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your preferences, and you can check whether they accept your plan and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details, see your estimated cost before booking, read psychiatrist bios, 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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