Find a psychiatrist in Kent, WA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Kent, WA accepting new patients
Kent residents can connect with 521 licensed providers through Headway for talk therapy and medication management support. Open-minded, affirming professionals serve communities across Green River, Panther Lake, and Downtown Kent with flexible scheduling and free intake calls available.
Hello I am Anna Salinas, a dedicated Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in diagnosing, treating and prescribing psychiatric medication management for individuals struggling with ADHD, depression,anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, Autism, eating disorders, and bipolar disorders. My focus is helping patients feel more stable, focused, and functional through careful evaluation, clear diagnosis, and thoughtful medication planning.
Many patients seek care because symptoms are affecting work, school, relationships, or daily life. Whether you are newly seeking treatment or looking for more effective medication management, I work with you to create a plan that makes sense and feels manageable.
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 dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. This means I am trained to treat both physical health and mental health. WIN-WIN! I started off as a combat medic in the Army and after my enlistment went back to school for nursing. I have been in the nursing field for nearly 20 years, a nurse practitioner for six years and working in addiction medicine and mental health, specifically, for over the last two years. This is my PASSION and I feel like I am saving people’s lives while also treating them with kindness and compassion.
Hello! I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with advanced training from Drexel University. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for adolescents, adults, and older adults. My practice integrates thoughtful medication management with supportive psychotherapy, lifestyle strategies, and collaborative care to help you feel heard, informed, and empowered in your treatment.
Working as a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, for the past 20 years, has provide me the privilege to focus on the importance of managing mental health concerns. I enjoy working with individuals ranging ages 9 - 92. This has provided me with the opportunity for growth, being able to learn new cultures, new or previous treatment practices in order to resolve they concerns at hand.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and OCD in adolescents and adults. As a Doctor of Nursing Practice and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring more than 20 years of nursing experience, including extensive work in critical care and neuro-trauma medicine. My approach combines evidence-based medication management, psychotherapy, and practical lifestyle interventions to help patients achieve meaningful and lasting improvement.
I am able to evaluate and make diagnoses, and/or support existing diagnoses and work with you for a 'best-fit' solution to your needs. So many come from a past of being told they are 'X, Y, Z" and often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed.
My goal is to help find a good treatment start point that resonates with you and provide evidence-based treatment to support your needs, goals, and desires to bring relief and remission, joy and hope.
All options on the table including progressive medication management, psychotherapy and counseling, or referrals for other modalities including deepTMS.
About our psychiatrists serving Kent, 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 Kent, WA
Finding psychiatrists in Kent starts with knowing which type of mental health care matches your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy and behavioral support. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, a prescriber may be part of your care. Some people start with a therapist, some start with a prescriber, and some work with both. Review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, training, and approach to see whether their experience fits what you are looking for.
In a smaller city like Kent, local psychiatry options may be more limited than in nearby larger areas, so virtual appointments can expand the number of psychiatrists available to you. Medication management appointments are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading psychiatrist bios can help you understand communication style, session structure, and what to expect before you book.
Psychiatric care in Kent can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce your session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who take your insurance, are accepting new patients, and match your preferences for format, schedule, and clinical focus. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated out-of-pocket costs, browse psychiatrist profiles, and book directly when you are 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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