Online Psychiatry in Chesapeake, VA

HometownMind lists 19 psychiatrists and 311 psychiatric nurse practitioners in and around Chesapeake, Virginia. 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.

Yes. Many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners serving Chesapeake offer telehealth appointments, so you can be evaluated, diagnosed, and prescribed medication from home. Providers must be licensed in Virginia to treat Virginia residents, which every provider listed on this page satisfies by practicing in the state.

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 Virginia, and often have shorter wait times than psychiatrists. There are 311 PMHNPs listed in and around Chesapeake.

Both prescribers (psychiatrists and PMHNPs) and therapists treat depression and anxiety. Prescribers manage medication such as antidepressants; the 648 therapists listed around Chesapeake 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.

Yes. ADHD evaluation and medication management is provided by psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners, 330 of whom are listed in and around Chesapeake. Note that some telehealth prescribers require an initial or periodic in-person visit for stimulant medication — confirm the practice's policy when booking.

Most commercial plans cover psychiatric care, and some Chesapeake providers accept Virginia Medicaid (Cardinal Care) 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.

Nothing. Browsing providers in Chesapeake and getting matched are always free for patients, with no account required. You only ever pay your provider for the care you receive.