Find a psychiatrist in Newport News, VA — covered by insurance

Select your state and insurance on Headway (https://headway.co/), then browse psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners in Newport News who match your preferences. You can review detailed provider bios to learn about their approach, specialties, and what to expect. Every provider listed is accepting new patients, and many offer a free phone consultation so you can see if it's a good fit before committing.

Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your specific insurance plan and coverage level. On Headway, your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session, but costs may vary based on your location and exact insurance coverage. Once you select a provider and enter your insurance details (https://headway.co/clients/understanding-health-insurance), Headway will verify your insurance and show you a cost estimate before you book.

Many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners in Newport News accept insurance. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans. You can enter your insurance plan details on Headway (https://headway.co/) to confirm coverage and see which providers in Newport News are in-network with your specific plan.

Many psychiatric providers on Headway offer virtual appointments in addition to in-person sessions. Most insurance plans cover virtual visits with a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner. When you add your insurance details (https://headway.co/clients/understanding-health-insurance), Headway can help determine if virtual care is covered by your specific plan.

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 license types that can prescribe medication include nurse practitioners, MDs, and DOs. On Headway, you can find both therapists and psychiatrists.

Both psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, but they differ in training. Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MDs or DOs) who completed medical school and a psychiatry residency. PMHNPs are advanced practice registered nurses with specialized training in psychiatric care. On Headway, both provider types are licensed and able to prescribe and manage medication for mental health care.