Find a psychiatrist in Charlottesville, VA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Charlottesville, VA accepting new patients
Find mental healthcare support in Charlottesville across neighborhoods like Downtown, Ridge McIntire, and Belmont. Headway connects you with 368 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. With insurance accepted and sessions starting as soon as tomorrow, getting care has never been more accessible.
Hello! I’m Dr. Mary Daniels, DNP, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized mental health care. With a strong educational background in nursing, I specialize in helping individuals manage mental health conditions and achieve overall wellness. I’m excited to work with you and support your unique needs and goals.
About our psychiatrists serving Charlottesville, VA
- 98%Depression
- 98%Anxiety
- 86%Bipolar disorder
- 85%PTSD
- 84%ADD/ADHD
- 100%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 59%Oxford
- 99%English
- 4%French
- 3%Spanish
- 3%Igbo
- 2%Hindi
- 86%Online only
- 14%In-person or online
- 85%Woman
- 14%Man
- 92%Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 1%Clinical Nurse Specialist
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 18%Family therapy
- 5%Couples therapy
- 5%Child or adolescent 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 Charlottesville, VA
Finding psychiatrists in Charlottesville starts with understanding the type of mental health care you want. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. Medication management usually includes reviewing symptoms, discussing how your care is going, and adjusting your plan as needed with your prescriber. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties match your needs.
In a smaller city like Charlottesville, local appointment options may be more limited than in larger metro areas. Virtual psychiatry can expand your search while still letting you stay connected to care from home. As you compare Charlottesville, VA psychiatrists, consider appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer medication management, therapy, or both. Some people also work with both a therapist and a prescriber, since psychiatry visits are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions. Reading psychiatrist bios can help you understand each person’s clinical focus, communication style, and what to expect before you book.
Psychiatric care in Charlottesville 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 needs, verify your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking. You can compare in-person and virtual options, 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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