Find a psychiatrist in Valley Stream, NY — covered by insurance

Start by identifying the type of care you need — whether that's medication management, a psychiatric evaluation, or ongoing support for a condition like anxiety, depression, or ADHD. On Headway, you can browse psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners in Valley Stream and nearby areas, read detailed provider bios, and book a session directly. Every provider listed is accepting new patients, and most accept insurance. Many providers also offer a free phone consultation so you can see if it's a good fit before committing.

The cost of a psychiatry session in Valley Stream depends on your insurance plan, provider, and the type of visit. When you enter your insurance details on Headway, we verify your coverage and show you an estimated session cost before you book. Your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session, though costs vary based on your location and exact insurance coverage. You can also pay with a credit card, debit card, HSA, FSA, or HRA card, or by connecting your bank account. There is no cost to search for a provider or create an account on Headway.

Today, most insurance plans include some level of coverage for mental health care, though coverage for psychiatry and medication management may differ from coverage for therapy. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield (in select states). You can check your specific coverage by entering your insurance plan details on Headway, reviewing your explanation of benefits (EOB) for "behavioral health benefits," or calling your insurance company directly.

Yes, many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners in Valley Stream offer virtual appointments. When browsing providers on Headway, you can see whether each provider offers virtual sessions, in-person sessions, or both. Most insurance plans cover virtual visits with a psychiatrist. When you add your insurance details on Headway, we can help determine if virtual sessions are covered by your specific plan.

Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MDs or DOs) who complete medical school and a residency in psychiatry. They can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and sometimes provide therapy. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are advanced practice registered nurses with specialized training in psychiatric care. PMHNPs can also evaluate, diagnose, and prescribe medication for mental health conditions. On Headway, you can find both psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners to support your needs.

Therapists and psychiatrists are two different types of mental health care providers. Therapists provide talk therapy for mental health concerns. Their titles may vary based on training and licenses, and can include marriage and family therapists, counselors, and social workers. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, and sometimes offer therapy. Other provider types that can prescribe medication include nurse practitioners, MDs, and DOs. On Headway, you can find both therapists and psychiatrists to support your needs.