Find a psychiatrist in Sterling, VA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Sterling, VA accepting new patients
Looking for a therapist in Sterling, Virginia? Headway serves the Ashburn, Leesburg, and Reston areas with 362 providers ready to support your mental health journey. Sessions can be covered by insurance, and many clients pay as little as $0 per session through our network.
I'm Hannah, PMHNP-BC. Do you suffer from anxiety and depression? Are you struggling to keep up with your work, relationship with family and friends because of anxiety and depression? If you are struggling with anxiety or depression, I am here for you. I help high performers like you to manage anxiety, depression, and mood disorders to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Watching your child or teen struggle can feel isolating, but you are not alone.
My name is Paula Gravitt, and I'm a board-certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and a proud Virginia Commonwealth University alum. My professional focus is solely on young people. My extensive clinical background—combined with a deep personal perspective—allows me to connect with families and guide them toward lasting change.
I specialize in treating children and teens facing complex challenges, including:
• Autism (co-occurring mental health issues)
• ADHD, OCD
• Anxiety, Depression, and Mood Disorders
• Challenging Behaviors and Self-Injurious Behaviors
• Improving Parent-Child Communication and Family Dynamics
I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 7 years working in behavioral health, offering personalized care through telehealth for adults and teens. I treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, mood changes, and life stressors with a strengths-based approach, focusing on both symptom relief and personal growth. My goal is to provide medication management with supportive therapy in a collaborative, compassionate way. Together, we’ll create a plan that helps you find clarity, balance, and confidence. If you’re ready to take the next step, reach out today—I look forward to connecting with you.
Dr. Ifeoma (Ify) Elebo is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. As a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. My approach is to empower the individual through a holistic problem-solving process. My focus areas include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Substance abuse.
I provide evidence-based mental health care, including medication management, lifestyle modifications, and other therapeutic approaches.
My passion for mental health care was sparked when I volunteered at a crisis hotline. I later earned a master's degree in nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Since then, I have gained valuable experience in community and hospital settings.
Welcome. If you have been feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, mood swings, or trouble focusing, you are not alone. Maybe your teen is struggling, or you are exhausted from trying to manage symptoms on your own. When your mood, energy, or attention feel out of control, daily life can feel harder than it should. I offer a supportive, judgment free space where your concerns are taken seriously.
About our psychiatrists serving Sterling, 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 Sterling, VA
Finding the right psychiatrist in Sterling starts with knowing which type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists provide talk therapy and may work with you on concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, or bipolar disorder. Both can be valid places to start, depending on whether you want talk therapy, medication management, or support from both a therapist and a prescriber.
Sterling has a smaller local network than nearby metro areas, so virtual psychiatry can expand your options while keeping care accessible from home. Medication management appointments are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so availability, scheduling flexibility, and appointment format can matter when choosing a psychiatrist. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Read profiles before booking to understand each psychiatrist’s specialties, approach to care, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.
Psychiatric care in Sterling 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, accept your plan, and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details, see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront, 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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