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Psychiatrists in Allentown–Lehigh Valley, PA

473 listed in Allentown–Lehigh Valley, PA · Listings last verified November 2026 · How we vet listings

We list 473 psychiatry providers in the Allentown–Lehigh Valley area, most of them in Bethlehem, Allentown and Reading. Listings include psychiatrists (MD or DO), psychiatric nurse practitioners and TMS or Spravato clinics, with credentials, phone number and address. 21 practices say they offer telehealth visits. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.

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Siddhartha Y. Maru, MD

LVPG Adult Psychiatry-Muhlenberg

Psychiatry

Address
2545 Schoenersville Rd 5th Floor Lvh-M South, Bethlehem 18017
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
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Call (484) 884-6503 Website Directions

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Sidra U. Kahlon, MD

Lehigh Valley Physician Group

Psychiatry

Practice rating 1.0 (1 Google review)

Address
1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 230, Allentown 18103
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
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Call (610) 402-5900 Website Directions

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Stefanie Chromiak, CRNP

St. Luke's Penn Foundation Psychiatric Associates - Bethlehem

Psychiatry

Practice rating 2.6 (54 Google reviews)

Address
257 Brodhead Rd, Bethlehem 18017
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
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Call (484) 822-5700 Website Directions

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Sundeep Virdi, MD

Lehigh Valley Physician Group

Psychiatry

Practice rating 1.0 (1 Google review)

Address
1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 230, Allentown 18103
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (610) 402-5900 Website Directions

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Syed H. Viqar, MD

Creative Health Services, Inc.

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.0 (76 Google reviews)

Address
11 Robinson St, Pottstown 19464
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
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Call (610) 326-9250 Website Directions

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Tamara Shamus, NP

Everlasting Wellness LLC

Psychiatry

Practice rating 4.7 (31 Google reviews)

Address
7 Bristol Ct, Wyomissing 19610
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (484) 706-9465 Website Directions

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Tamoor Ilyas, DO

St. Luke's Penn Foundation – Mental Health Outpatient Services

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.0 (121 Google reviews)

Address
807 Lawn Ave, Sellersville 18960
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
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Medicaid
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Call (215) 257-6551 Website Directions

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In the Allentown–Lehigh Valley area

Our Allentown–Lehigh Valley listings cover the Lehigh Valley and the towns around it: Lehigh County, Berks County, Northampton County, Bucks County, Montgomery County, Carbon County, Schuylkill County and Monroe County. That takes in Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton, plus Reading and Wyomissing to the southwest, Lehighton to the north and Sellersville and Quakertown to the south.

Much of the specialist care here comes through two names you'll see over and over: LVPG and St. Luke's. Around Reading, Reading Hospital's Miller Regional Heart Center appears, and Penn has offices in Sellersville and Limerick. Independent groups include Digestive Disease Associates and Respiratory Specialists.

Allentown and Bethlehem have the most listings. Berks County patients can start with Wyomissing, West Reading or Reading. In Carbon County, look in Lehighton and Palmerton. Pottstown and Royersford serve the southern edge of the area. Offices for the same group can be far apart, so check the town before you call.

Bethlehem has the most psychiatry listings in the area, ahead of Allentown and Reading. St. Luke's Penn Foundation and LVPG Adult Psychiatry are large groups. Malvern Community Health Services has a Reading location, KidsPeace also appears, and Blue Mountain Psychiatry and Berkshire Psychiatric are other names. Easton, Wernersville and Lehighton have listings too.

Nearby: Philadelphia, PA · Scranton–Wilkes-Barre, PA · Harrisburg–Lancaster–York, PA

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