Find a psychiatrist in Desoto, TX — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Desoto, TX accepting new patients
Find mental health support in DeSoto, TX across neighborhoods like Cedar Hill, Lancaster, and Duncanville. Headway connects you with 955 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many accepting insurance and sessions available as soon as tomorrow.
Hi! I am a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I graduated with FNP from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in 2016. I practiced in a rural health family practice clinic for 5 years before returning to school to get my PMHNP to provide better care for my clients. I help children and adults ages 5 and up overcome life's challenges and achieve mental well-being.
Hi there. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, focus, or any other mood symptoms, I'm here. You don't have to struggle alone. I can help you feel like yourself again. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing personalized care to children, teens, and adults. I am also dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner, which allows me to bring a more comprehensive, whole-person perspective to mental health care. I consider emotional, physical, and lifestyle factors to develop treatment plans that are effective and sustainable.
I specialize in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety, panic, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and stress-related conditions. I also have experience helping individuals navigate life transitions, hormonal issues, sleep concerns, and difficulty with fatigue, focus, motivation, overthinking, and emotional regulation, including clients with chronic illnesses.
Doctoral-trained nurse practitioner who is truthful, respectful, and very empathetic to clients. Allows clients to fully participate in developing an individualized, robust treatment plan tailored to the client.
I have been a psychiatrist in private practice for 23 years. I believe everyone deserves to be understood. I seek to understand each patient as an individual human being to be able to accurately diagnose mental illness, and deliver the most effective care.
I’m Fatoumata Diallo, PMHNP‐BC, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner providing care to individuals ages 10 through older adulthood across Texas. My work is rooted in empathy, cultural humility, and a deep respect for each person’s lived experience.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, and mood disorders, with a particular passion for supporting clients through life transitions, trauma recovery, and emotional overwhelm. I believe mental health care should feel collaborative, transparent, and empowering.
My approach blends medication management, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation, always tailored to your unique goals and strengths. To enhance continuity and access, my practice also offers membership services that provide ongoing support between visits.
My mission is to help you feel more grounded, more hopeful, and more in control of your mental health journey.
I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth care across Texas. I’m passionate about helping clients feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their mental health journey. I believe every patient deserves a safe, judgment-free space to explore their challenges, build coping skills, and work toward emotional balance.
I prioritize collaboration and open communication, so you’ll always be an active participant in your care. My goal is to help you feel confident, empowered, and supported as you navigate your mental health journey.
About our psychiatrists serving Desoto, TX
- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 90%Bipolar disorder
- 90%PTSD
- 82%OCD
- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 89%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 73%Ascension
- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 6%Igbo
- 6%Yoruba
- 3%Hindi
- 84%Online only
- 16%In-person or online
- 80%Woman
- 20%Man
- 58%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 35%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 20%Family therapy
- 7%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%Couples 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 Desoto, TX
Finding psychiatrists in Desoto starts with knowing which type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists focus on talk therapy. Both can be useful entry points, depending on what you’re looking for. If you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, look for a psychiatrist whose profile lists experience with those concerns.
In a smaller city like Desoto, local psychiatry options may be more limited than in nearby Dallas or Fort Worth. Virtual appointments can expand your choices while still letting you meet with a psychiatrist licensed in Texas. Psychiatric care also tends to follow a different schedule than therapy: medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than weekly talk therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, review profiles for availability, appointment format, specialties, and communication style.
Psychiatric care in Desoto 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 and psychiatric nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients, match your preferences, and may accept your plan. You can enter your insurance details, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, review 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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