Psychiatrist in West Haven, CT — Real Psychiatric Care, Accepted Insurance

West Haven is a working coastal community — and access to mental health care here is not as simple as it should be. Long waits, providers who don't take your insurance, or offices so far away that getting there means missing work. Sindhia Shyras, APRN is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who's been doing this for over nine years, and she wants West Haven residents to know that quality psychiatric care is within reach. She sees patients via secure telehealth from anywhere in Connecticut — so no long drives, no parking, no waiting rooms. And if you'd rather come in person, our New Britain office at 1 Liberty Sq, Ste 301 is accessible by Route 5 or I-91. Accepting new patients now.

We Accept Medicaid, Husky Health, and More

Insurance coverage shouldn't determine who gets good psychiatric care — but it often does. At Elite Health, we accept Medicaid and Husky Health alongside Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Anthem, and ConnectiCare. Self-pay is welcome too. If you've been turned away from other practices because of your insurance plan, please don't assume the same will happen here. Call us at (860) 515-8689, tell us what you have, and we'll tell you exactly what your options are — no runaround.

Conditions Sindhia Treats

Depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorder, insomnia, and mood disorders. A lot of West Haven residents are managing difficult life circumstances — financial stress, work instability, family strain — alongside real mental health conditions that need more than willpower to address. Sindhia does a full psychiatric evaluation at your first visit to understand what's going on, then builds a plan that combines medication management and supportive therapy as needed. She doesn't just hand you a prescription and wish you luck.

Telehealth — From the Shore, No Drive Required

Telehealth works from anywhere in Connecticut. If you're in West Haven, you can see Sindhia from your living room, your car, wherever you have a few minutes of privacy and a phone or laptop. That matters when work schedules are unpredictable, when transportation is limited, or when you just don't want to take time off for a medical appointment. The care is exactly the same quality as in-person — full appointments, real follow-up, and a provider who actually knows you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we do. Husky Health and Medicaid patients are welcome here — full stop. We know the shortage of providers willing to take Medicaid is a real problem in Connecticut, and we're committed to being accessible to people who rely on these plans. Call us to confirm your specific coverage and we'll walk you through it.

That's important information, not a reason to give up. Sindhia will ask about what you've tried before, what happened, why it was stopped — all of it. Not every medication works for every person, and the first one isn't always the right one. With nine years of experience managing psychiatric medications, she knows how to adjust, switch, and monitor closely. There's usually more to try.

Mobile data on a smartphone works fine for most video visits — you don't need high-speed home internet. If tech is a barrier, let us know when you call and we can talk through options. In-person appointments at our New Britain office are also available and always an option for patients who prefer it.

Serving West Haven, CT and all of Connecticut. Medicaid and Husky Health accepted.

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