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Top psychiatrists in Bedford, TX accepting new patients
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Margarita Rice is a double-board-certified psychiatric-mental health and family nurse practitioner. Her education and clinical experience give her a well-rounded perspective on physical and mental well-being. She treats mental health, metabolic health (wellness, weight loss, prediabetes), and hormone health (BHRT for men and women.
Dr. Gidion Buma, Dnp, Pmhnp-Bc
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Arlington, TX
I am Mary Nganga, a PMHNP-BC in state of Texas. I have more than 12 years of experience in mental health. I graduated with Bachelor in Nursing from University of Texas Arlington, and Masters in Nursing from Texas States University, San Marcos. My free time, I enjoy spending time my family, pet (Ruffy), and gardening.
I work with adults 18 and older who feel anxious, depressed, distracted, emotionally overwhelmed, burned out, or unlike themselves. They may be struggling with ADHD, mood changes, stress, sleep disruption, low motivation, or difficulty functioning in daily life. Many are looking for mental health care that feels thoughtful, thorough, and individualized.
As a board-certified, doctorally prepared psychiatric nurse practitioner, I treat a variety of mental health disorders using medication management as well as can incorporate psychotherapy within the session based on situational necessity. My focus is across the lifespan, including children and adolescents.
Judith enjoys working with diverse groups and people from different cultures. She practices improving mental wellness and quality of life for her patients. She treats children, adolescents, and adults ages twelve and above. Judith is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and a 2022 graduate of University of Texas at Arlington. She is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and has 10 years of psychiatry experience.
My name is Keri Kendall, I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I believe prioritizing your mental health is the key to living a well balanced life. Healthcare should always be about customer service. and putting you first is our business. Reaching out for help is the hardest step in the process, so congratulations your journey starts today.
Finding the right mental health provider can feel overwhelming, especially if you've tried therapy or medications in the past without getting the relief you were hoping for. My goal is to help you move beyond simply managing symptoms and toward feeling like yourself again.
I am a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) with over 16 years of healthcare experience. I specialize in treating adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, insomnia, OCD, and treatment-resistant mood disorders. My advanced psychiatric training was completed through Monmouth University and Wilkes University, where I focused on Evidence-based psychiatric care.
I believe that effective treatment starts with understanding the whole person not just the diagnosis. Together, we'll explore the biological, psychological, and lifestyle factors contributing to your symptoms and develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your goals. My approach combines thoughtful medication management with practical therapeutic strategies that you can apply in everyday life.
For individuals whose depression has not improved after trying multiple antidepressants, I also evaluate and provide treatment options such as Spravato (esketamine) when clinically appropriate. My focus is always on finding the safest, most effective treatment based on your unique needs.
Patients often describe me as warm, approachable, honest, and solution focused. I strive to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your treatment decisions. Whether you're seeking help for the first time or looking for a new approach after previous treatments haven't worked, I'm committed to helping you build lasting emotional wellness and improve your quality of life.
Hi, I’m Dr. Aminah Abdikadir, DNP, PMHNP-BC. I’ve spent nearly a decade helping individuals improve their mental health through inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth care. I believe in a holistic approach that looks at the whole person mind, body, and environment to create lasting change. My style is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel balanced and empowered as you navigate life’s challenges.
Margaret Quartey-Papafio
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Richardson, TX
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My name is Bernard Kofi Marfo, a Board Certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with Hope Psychiatry & Associates located in Frisco Texas. My practice is licensed in IA, AZ, & WA. I have diverse clinical background in critical care, mental health consults, and medication management. I look forward to be part of the team helping you to get your life back and living happily.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Bedford, TX
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 95%ADD/ADHD
- 95%Bipolar disorder
- 95%OCD
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 95%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 82%United Healthcare
- 100%English
- 18%Spanish
- 9%French
- 9%Yoruba
- 5%Gujarati
- 100%In-person or online
- 73%Woman
- 27%Man
- 45%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 45%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 9%Medical Doctor
- 95%Individual therapy
- 32%Family therapy
- 5%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Psychiatrist in Bedford, TX
Finding psychiatrists in Bedford starts with knowing what kind of mental health care you want to explore. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. Medication management often includes a review of symptoms, current concerns, past care, and follow-up visits to track how care is going. People often look for psychiatric care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or support related to medication management. Both therapy and psychiatry can be valid entry points, depending on your needs.
Bedford is a smaller city in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, so local in-person psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger nearby cities. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you choose a psychiatrist licensed in Texas. Psychiatric care also tends to follow a different schedule than therapy: medication management visits are usually shorter and less frequent than weekly therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their profile says about their approach, specialties, and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Bedford can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your preferences, accept your plan, and are verified as accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated costs before booking, read psychiatrist bios, 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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