Find a psychiatrist in West Virginia — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in West Virginia accepting new patients
West Virginia residents can access talk therapy and medication management support through 18 Headway providers, with flexible in-person and virtual options. Insurance coverage helps many clients save significantly on sessions while connecting with warm, affirming providers.
Hi! I go by Jess.
I completed my PMHNP program at Eastern Kentucky University in 2022. I have since worked a mix of outpatient, residential, and inpatient consultation positions focused in general psychiatry and addiction medicine.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist practicing in West Virginia. My medical school training was in Huntington, WV and my residency training was in both Charleston and Huntington. My primary focus is on providing care to our LGBT+ community, particularly transgender patients.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience across hospitals and community settings in the United States. My background includes work in neuroscience nursing, healthcare administration, informatics, education, critical care, cardiology, and psychiatry.
I am deeply committed to expanding access to affordable, high-quality mental health care, especially for underserved communities. My work is guided by a passion for meeting patients where they are and providing compassionate, evidence-based care.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family and pets, reading, staying current with nursing and psychiatric journals, and traveling.
I became a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner because I genuinely believe that everyone deserves support that feels real — not rushed, not clinical, and never one-size-fits-all.
About our psychiatrists serving West Virginia
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Bipolar disorder
- 100%Depression
- 94%OCD
- 89%Anger management
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 94%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 72%Providence Health Plan
- 67%The Health Plan
- 100%English
- 11%Spanish
- 6%Igbo
- 94%Online only
- 6%In-person or online
- 78%Woman
- 17%Man
- 6%Non-binary
- 94%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 94%Individual therapy
- 17%Family 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 West Virginia
Searching for psychiatrists in West Virginia starts with understanding the type of care you need. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage ongoing medication care. Therapists provide talk therapy and support for concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and OCD. Some people start with a psychiatrist, some start with a therapist, and some work with both. As you compare options, look for training and listed specialties that match the support you want.
Mental health care in West Virginia can look different across Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and more rural parts of the state. Local in-person psychiatry options may be more limited in some areas, while virtual appointments can expand your search beyond nearby offices. Psychiatry visits for medication management are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Before booking, review each profile for availability, appointment format, areas of focus, and whether a free phone consultation is offered.
Psychiatric care in West Virginia 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 your first appointment. Headway helps you search psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners who match your preferences, accept your plan, and are accepting new patients. Nationally, Headway partners with 100+ insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to see estimated costs, browse 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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