Find a psychiatrist in Temple, TX — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Temple, TX accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Temple, TX across neighborhoods like Downtown Temple, Westwood, and Forest Park. Headway connects you with 955 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. With flexible scheduling and insurance coverage options, many Temple residents pay as little as $0 per session.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a background in nursing across a range of mental health settings, including outpatient care and higher-acuity environments. My training has focused on assessing, diagnosing, and treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma-related disorders, and substance use, using both medication management and psychotherapy. I completed advanced graduate education in psychiatric-mental health nursing, which prepared me to provide holistic, evidence-based care across the lifespan and to collaborate closely with other members of the treatment team.
Im a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who values authenticity, compassion, and support in the healing process. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University and have worked in both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings, helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
I believe mental health care should feel human — not clinical or intimidating. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, supported, and empowered as we work together to find what wellness means for you.
Ijeoma adopts a holistic approach to her patients' treatment, viewing medication management as just one part of the overall care plan.
Dr. Victoria Benson, DNP, APRN-CNP, PMHNP-BC, is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) with 17 years of experience in health care and 4 years of experience in psychiatry treatments.
Hi, I'm Adaobi — a Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in nursing and outpatient mental health care.
If you're looking for someone who will truly listen, you're in the right place. My clients often tell me that what they value most is feeling heard — and that's exactly where I start. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or something you can't quite name yet, I'm here to help you make sense of it without judgment.
About our psychiatrists serving Temple, 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
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 Psychiatrist in Temple, TX
Finding psychiatrists in Temple starts with understanding the type of care they provide. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy and skill-based support. A psychiatry appointment may be a fit if you want support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. As you compare options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, experience, and care approach match what you want to address.
Temple has a smaller local mental health care market than nearby metro areas, so virtual appointments can expand the number of psychiatrists available to you. Psychiatry visits for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber, depending on the type of support they want. When reviewing profiles, check appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist offers virtual or in-person care, and what their bio says about communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Temple 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 you book. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who are accepting new patients with your plan, verify your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront. You can browse psychiatrists, 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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