Provider Directory

Mental Health Providers Directory

Browse 1,900,449 psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and therapists across 51 states. Find the right mental health provider near you and get matched in minutes.

1,900,449
Providers
70,305
Psychiatrists
466,370
Psychiatric NPs
1,363,774
Therapists

Browse providers by state

How to find a mental health provider on HometownMind

  1. Choose how to start

    Browse the HometownMind directory by state and specialty, or use Get Matched to be paired automatically. No account is required.

  2. Tell us what you need

    Share what you are going through, your location, and preferences such as provider type or whether you want medication.

  3. Get matched to a best-fit provider

    HometownMind matches you with the most suitable licensed provider by specialty and location, plus suggested alternatives, for free.

  4. Contact your provider

    Reach out to your matched provider directly to confirm availability and book a first appointment.

Psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, or therapist?

The three main types of mental health provider differ in their training and in whether they can prescribe medication. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can prescribe and manage medication; therapists provide talk therapy and counseling.

How psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and therapists differ
PsychiatristPsychiatric nurse practitionerTherapist
Can prescribe medicationYesYesNo
Typical trainingMedical degree (MD or DO) plus a psychiatry residencyGraduate nursing degree (MSN or DNP) with psychiatric certificationMaster's or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, or social work
Primary focusDiagnosis and medication managementDiagnosis and medication managementTalk therapy and counseling
Often best forComplex or severe conditions and medication needsMedication management, frequently with shorter wait timesTalk therapy, coping skills, and ongoing support

Frequently asked questions

What is HometownMind?

HometownMind is a free directory of 1,900,449 licensed mental health providers across 51 states. You can browse psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and therapists, or get matched with the right provider for free.

How does getting matched work?

Answer a few questions about what you are going through, your location, and your preferences. HometownMind matches you with a best-fit provider by specialty and location and shares suggested alternatives. No account is required.

Does it cost anything to use HometownMind?

No. Browsing the directory and getting matched with a provider is always free for patients, with no account required. You only pay your provider for the care you receive.

What kinds of providers are listed?

HometownMind lists psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and therapists. You can filter by provider type, specialty, city, and whether a provider is accepting new patients.

Not sure who is the right fit?

Answer a few questions and we will match you with a provider who fits your needs, location, and insurance—free and with no account required.

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