Online Psychiatry in Oakland, CA
Find a psychiatrist or PMHNP near you in Oakland, California for depression, anxiety, and ADHD treatment — in person or by telehealth. Browsing and matching are always free.
Oakland, California has 641 psychiatric prescribers listed on HometownMind — 141 psychiatrists and 500 psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) — plus 6,506 therapists. Many offer online (telehealth) appointments for depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and you can get matched with a best-fit provider for free with no account required.
Psychiatric providers in Oakland, CA
Kwasi Adusei, APRN
Adebowale Arshad, Nurse Practitioner
Ari Bachrach, NP
Denine Baldor, NP
Laurel Barber, RN, NP
Charles Benin, APRN
Joana Ruby Bueno, PMHNP-BC
Alejandra Chacon Manriquez, RN, PMHNP
Naomi Chan, PMHNP-BC, RN
Taira Chaudry, APRN
Christie Chenette, APRN
Barbara Freiheit, NP
Senegbeh Gbakamara, NPS
Janay Gomez, RN, PHN, FNP
Joshua Habansky, APRN, PMHNP
Claudia Hanson, PMHNP
Carolyn Harris-Muchell, PhD, MPHCNS-BC, RN
Elizabeth Haupert, RN
Chidozie Ibe, NP
Deborah Johnson, MS, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Meaghan Jung, RN, PMHNP
Nima Khoobiyary, PMHNP
Mona Kim, RN, MS, MA, PMHNP-BC
Marilyn Daniels, LVN
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Insurance coverage for psychiatry in California
Many California providers accept commercial insurance plans, and some accept Medi-Cal (California's Medicaid program) and Medicare. Insurers commonly seen in California include:
Coverage varies by plan and provider. Always confirm directly with the provider's office that they accept your specific plan before booking. If you do not have insurance, many providers offer self-pay rates, and the free Get Matched service can factor your coverage into the match.
Online psychiatry in Oakland: frequently asked questions
How do I find a psychiatrist near me in Oakland, CA?
HometownMind lists 141 psychiatrists and 500 psychiatric nurse practitioners in and around Oakland, California. Browse the listings above, or use the free Get Matched service to be connected with a best-fit prescriber based on your needs, location, and insurance — no account required.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in Oakland?
Yes. Many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners serving Oakland offer telehealth appointments, so you can be evaluated, diagnosed, and prescribed medication from home. Providers must be licensed in California to treat California residents, which every provider listed on this page satisfies by practicing in the state.
What is a PMHNP and can they prescribe medication in California?
A PMHNP (psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner) is an advanced-practice nurse who evaluates, diagnoses, and treats mental health conditions. PMHNPs can prescribe psychiatric medication in California, and often have shorter wait times than psychiatrists. There are 500 PMHNPs listed in and around Oakland.
Who treats depression and anxiety in Oakland?
Both prescribers (psychiatrists and PMHNPs) and therapists treat depression and anxiety. Prescribers manage medication such as antidepressants; the 6,506 therapists listed around Oakland provide talk therapy like CBT. Many patients combine both. If you are not sure where to start, Get Matched will route you to the right type of provider for free.
Can I get ADHD treatment in Oakland, CA?
Yes. ADHD evaluation and medication management is provided by psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners, 641 of whom are listed in and around Oakland. Note that some telehealth prescribers require an initial or periodic in-person visit for stimulant medication — confirm the practice's policy when booking.
Does insurance cover psychiatry in Oakland?
Most commercial plans cover psychiatric care, and some Oakland providers accept Medi-Cal and Medicare. Coverage varies by plan and provider, so confirm directly with the provider's office before booking. Browsing and matching on HometownMind are always free.
How much does it cost to find a psychiatrist on HometownMind?
Nothing. Browsing providers in Oakland and getting matched are always free for patients, with no account required. You only ever pay your provider for the care you receive.
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