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Psychiatrists in Nashville, TN

1,115 listed in Nashville, TN · Listings last verified October 2026 · How we vet listings

We list 1115 psychiatry providers in the Nashville area, most of them in Nashville, Murfreesboro and Franklin. Listings include psychiatrists (MD or DO), psychiatric nurse practitioners and TMS or Spravato clinics, with credentials, phone number and address. 205 practices say they offer telehealth visits. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.

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William S. West, MD, PLLC

Associated Psychiatrists of Nashville

Psychiatry

Practice rating 2.3 (3 Google reviews)

Address
30 Burton Hills Blvd Suite 375, Nashville 37215
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 327-4877 Website Directions

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Windle H. Morgan, MSN

Novo Healthcare & Associates

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.8 (128 Google reviews)

Address
223 Madison St Ste 103, Madison 37115
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 860-0808 Website Directions

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Xiaomiao Lan-Pidhainy, PMHNP-ANCC

Nashville Brain Institute

Psychiatry

Practice rating 4.2 (216 Google reviews)

  • TMS Therapy
Address
2410 Patterson St Ste 210, Nashville 37203
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (725) 666-1636 Website Directions

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Yulia Wythoff, MD

Rolling Hills Hospital

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.5 (631 Google reviews)

Address
2014 Quail Hollow Cir, Franklin 37067
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 628-5700 Website Directions

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Zachary J. Demko, MD

Rolling Hills Hospital

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.5 (631 Google reviews)

Address
2014 Quail Hollow Cir, Franklin 37067
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 628-5700 Website Directions

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Zoe Panizzi, PMHNP-BC, RN

Centerstone

Psychiatry

Practice rating 2.7 (79 Google reviews)

Address
511 8th St, Clarksville 37040
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (931) 920-7200 Website Directions

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In the Nashville area

Our Nashville listings cover Middle Tennessee: Davidson County, Rutherford County, Williamson County, Sumner County, Montgomery County, Wilson County, Maury County and Dickson County. That reaches Clarksville to the northwest and Columbia to the south.

Specialist care here runs mainly through a few large health systems: Vanderbilt Health, Ascension Saint Thomas and TriStar, which includes Centennial Heart. Mental Health Cooperative and Centerstone run community mental health centers across the region. Independent groups practice alongside them, such as Heritage Medical Associates for GI care and Midstate Pulmonary for lung care.

Most listings are in Nashville itself, in Davidson County. Murfreesboro, Franklin, Brentwood and Hendersonville have the next-largest groups. Many practices have offices in more than one suburb. If you live in Clarksville, Lebanon, Gallatin or Columbia, check for a local office before driving into the city.

Nashville has the largest group of psychiatry listings in Tennessee. Alongside private practices, you'll find Mental Health Cooperative and Centerstone centers, Vanderbilt programs and multi-office groups such as Athena Care. Several practices, including Nashville Brain Institute, offer TMS or Spravato. Many offer telehealth, which can shorten the wait for a first visit.

Nearby: Chattanooga, TN · Jackson, TN · Knoxville, TN

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