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Psychiatrists in St. Louis, MO

765 listed in St. Louis, MO · Listings last verified October 2026 · How we vet listings

We list 765 psychiatry providers in the St. Louis area, most of them in St. Louis, Chesterfield and St. Peters. Listings include psychiatrists (MD or DO), psychiatric nurse practitioners and TMS or Spravato clinics, with credentials, phone number and address. 83 practices say they offer telehealth visits. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.

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Ulunma Lawson, NP

St Charles Psychiatric Associates & Midwest Research Group

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.6 (227 Google reviews)

Address
4801 Weldon Spring Pkwy, Weldon Spring 63304
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (636) 441-7300 Website Directions

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Uyen Nguyen, PMHNP-BC

Mercy Behavioral Health - St. Louis

Psychiatry

Practice rating 2.4 (50 Google reviews)

Address
615 S New Ballas Rd, St. Louis 63141
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (314) 251-6000 Website Directions

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Vadim Baram Md Inc

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.6 (61 Google reviews)

  • TMS Therapy
Address
10420 Old Olive Street Rd #205, Creve Coeur 63141
Telehealth
Offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (314) 692-8516 Website Directions

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Vadim Y. Baram, MD

Family Psychiatry

Psychiatry

Address
10420 Old Olive Street Rd Ste 205, St. Louis 63141
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (314) 504-4698 Directions

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Virginia A. Wingler, APRN

Compass Health Network

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.5 (38 Google reviews)

Address
3785 New Town Blvd, St. Charles 63301
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (888) 403-1071 Website Directions

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William M. Irvin Jr., MD

Greenbrook Mental Wellness Centers

Psychiatry

Practice rating 4.5 (17 Google reviews)

  • Spravato
  • TMS Therapy
Address
11477 Olde Cabin Rd Ste 210, St. Louis 63141
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (314) 997-5208 Website Directions

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In the St. Louis area

Our St. Louis listings cover the Missouri side of the metro: St. Louis County, St. Louis City, St. Charles County, Jefferson County, Franklin County and Lincoln County. Providers on the Illinois side, such as Belleville, Edwardsville and Alton, are listed under the Belleville–Metro East area.

Specialist care here is concentrated in a few large health systems: BJC HealthCare with Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University physicians, Mercy, SSM Health and St. Luke's Hospital in Chesterfield. Each has clinics well beyond its main campus, so the same practice may have offices in the city, west St. Louis County and St. Charles County. Independent specialty groups practice alongside them, especially in Creve Coeur, Chesterfield and along the I-70 corridor in St. Peters, O'Fallon and Wentzville.

Most listings are in the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County, with a growing share in St. Charles County. If you live in Jefferson or Franklin County, check Festus and Washington before driving into the city.

St. Louis has the largest group of psychiatry listings in Missouri. Alongside private practices, you'll find Washington University programs, the St. Louis VA's clinics for veterans and Compass Health Network's community behavioral health centers. Many private practices offer telehealth, which can shorten the wait for a first visit.

Nearby: Belleville–Metro East, IL · Columbia–Jefferson City, MO · Cape Girardeau, MO

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How to choose a psychiatrist

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who diagnoses and treats mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia and substance use disorders. Psychiatrists can prescribe medicine, and many focus on finding and adjusting the right medication [2].

Know who does what. Several kinds of professionals treat mental health, and they often work together:

  • Psychiatrists diagnose conditions and prescribe and manage medication. Some also provide therapy.
  • Psychiatric nurse practitioners can also diagnose and prescribe, depending on state rules [2]. Many hold the PMHNP-BC board certification [3]. We list them alongside psychiatrists, with credentials shown.
  • Psychologists and therapists provide talk therapy and, for psychologists, testing. They are not usually prescribers [2].

If you mainly want talk therapy, a psychologist or therapist may be the better first stop. If you think you may need medication, or your medication isn't working, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner is the right choice. Many people see both.

Check credentials. The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology certifies psychiatrists. You can check a psychiatrist's certification for free on the ABPN website [1]. Our listings show the credentials providers report in the federal NPI registry, but we don't verify board certification or licenses.

Match the provider to your needs. Some psychiatrists focus on children and teens, older adults or addiction. Ask whether the practice treats your age group and your condition before you book.

Ask about telehealth. Many psychiatry visits, especially medication follow-ups, happen by video. Ask whether the first visit can be online and whether the provider is licensed in your state.

Confirm insurance and cost. Some psychiatrists don't take insurance, so ask before you book. Call the office or check your insurer's directory. Medicare Part B covers outpatient mental health visits with psychiatrists and nurse practitioners; you typically pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after your deductible [4].

Ask about wait times. New-patient waits can run weeks or months. Ask about a cancellation list, and ask your primary care doctor whether they can start treatment while you wait.

Know when not to wait. If you're thinking about suicide or are in emotional distress, call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. It's free, confidential and open 24/7 [5]. Veterans can call 988 and press 1 [6]. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medicine. A psychologist has a doctoral degree, such as a PhD or PsyD, and provides talk therapy and testing but usually doesn't prescribe. Many people see a psychologist or therapist for therapy and a psychiatrist for medication.

Can a psychiatric nurse practitioner prescribe medication?

Yes, in general. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are trained to diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, though the exact rules depend on your state. Many hold the PMHNP-BC board certification. Our listings include psychiatric nurse practitioners alongside psychiatrists, with the credentials they report to the NPI registry, so you can see who is who.

Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?

It depends on your insurance. Many HMO plans require a referral from your primary care doctor, while PPO plans and traditional Medicare usually don't. Some plans manage mental health benefits through a separate company, so check the back of your insurance card or call your plan to find out what's needed before you book.

Can I see a psychiatrist by telehealth?

Often, yes. Many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners offer video visits, especially for medication follow-ups. The provider usually needs to be licensed in the state where you are during the visit. Medicare and many private plans cover mental health telehealth, but rules vary, so ask the practice and your plan before you book.

What should I do in a mental health crisis?

Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It's free, confidential and open 24 hours a day. Veterans can call 988 and press 1. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. Don't wait for a psychiatry appointment in a crisis.

Sources

  1. American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology — Check physician status
  2. SAMHSA — Types of health care providers
  3. American Nurses Credentialing Center — Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification
  4. Medicare.gov — Mental health care (outpatient)
  5. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
  6. National Institute of Mental Health — Help for mental illnesses