Find a psychiatrist in Gig Harbor, WA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Gig Harbor, WA accepting new patients
Gig Harbor residents can access talk therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 521 providers. Choose from empowering, solution-oriented professionals in your community, with sessions available as soon as next day and insurance coverage to reduce your costs.
Hello, I'm Dr. Aminu Mahmud, DNP, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. My approach is patient-centered, collaborative, and focused on helping individuals achieve meaningful improvements in their mental health and quality of life.
I am a board-certified, doctorally educated, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and owner of TTS. I started my career as a RN in 2006 and have practiced as an advanced registered nurse practitioner (ARNP) since 2018. I have managed medications for most psychiatric and substance use disorders. I have counseled patients with psychological and addictive disorders. I have over two years of direct experience providing transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) services for treatment-resistant depression and other mental health disorders.
You deserve care that is thoughtful, evidence-based, and deeply personalized.
My approach is collaborative and holistic. I look beyond symptoms to understand the full picture of your life - including stressors, relationships, medical history, lifestyle, and personal goals. Whether you are seeking medication management, diagnostic clarity, or a more integrative approach to healing, we will create a plan tailored specifically to you.
Clients often describe my style as compassionate, thorough, and grounded. I believe in clear communication, shared decision-making, and ensuring you feel informed and empowered about your treatment options. My goal is not simply symptom reduction - it is helping you restore balance, confidence, and a meaningful quality of life.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin, you do not have to navigate it alone. Together, we will build a path toward emotional stability, mental clarity, and overall wellness.
Welcome to my page! I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am committed to assisting adults and elderly dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and more live a healthy fulfilled life.. I am currently accepting new clients in Florida.
Christina offers medication management, psychiatric evaluations, and computerized ADHD testing in unhurried appointments that allow her patients to feel heard and empowered. Christina is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience with teens, adults, and older adults. She empowers patients to take control of their treatment and their lives. She offers virtual and in person visits.
Hello, I am a fierce advocate for my patients. My goal is to improve your functioning, thoughts, and enhance self-acceptance and self-love. I listen and together with my patients create a solution-focused treatment plan aimed at enhancing your strengths and reducing your symptoms. I have over a decade of skilled bedside nursing in critical care, hospice, and ICU. My passion is empowering and uplifting others to reach their full quality of life .
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) licensed in WA, NY, NM, and AZ. With 18 years of dedicated experience in psychiatry, I bring a unique, deeply grounded perspective to your care. I’ve spent nearly two decades sitting with clients, listening to their stories, and watching what treatments truly work in real life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, or not like yourself? Anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and mood changes can interfere with work, school, and relationships — even when you’re trying your best to manage.
Also, are you feeling lost or overwhelmed by life transitions, relationship challenges, or past experiences? If worry, guilt, or self-doubt are affecting your happiness and relationships, you don’t have to face it alone.
Reach out to Mentis Psychiatric Services—we offer both in-person and telehealth appointments to support your healing and growth.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing thoughtful, evidence-based medication management for teens and adults (6+).
About our psychiatrists serving Gig Harbor, WA
- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 90%PTSD
- 88%ADD/ADHD
- 88%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 93%Regence BlueShield of Washington
- 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 58%United Healthcare
- 99%English
- 5%Spanish
- 4%Igbo
- 3%Yoruba
- 3%Swahili
- 93%Online only
- 7%In-person or online
- 78%Woman
- 22%Man
- 98%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- 1%Medical Doctor
- 94%Individual therapy
- 17%Family therapy
- 7%Couples therapy
- 6%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 Gig Harbor
Finding psychiatrists in Gig Harbor starts with understanding the kind of mental health care you want to access. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication as part of care. Therapists provide talk therapy and may work with people on concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and relationship challenges. Some people start with a therapist, some start with a prescriber, and some work with both. When reviewing profiles, look for listed specialties, clinical focus areas, and experience that match what you want support with.
In a smaller city like Gig Harbor, local psychiatry options may be more limited than in nearby larger markets. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you choose care that fits your schedule. Medication management appointments are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. As you compare options, consider appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading bios can help you understand how each psychiatrist communicates, what they focus on, and what to expect before booking.
Psychiatric care in Gig Harbor can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your out-of-pocket estimate before you book. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who match your preferences, take your insurance, and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated costs, compare profiles, 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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