Psychologist in Lexington, Kentucky Meera Patel, Psychologist
Ages Served: 15-65+
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: No, provides testing & therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Meera Patel, PhD
Dr. Meera Patel, PhD, offers expert psychological testing and assessment services to adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout Kentucky. She provides comprehensive evaluations to help identify conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma-related challenges. With a compassionate and thorough approach, Dr. Patel supports patients in understanding their mental health needs and developing clearer paths toward effective treatment and personal growth.
Her clinical expertise focuses on diagnosing complex conditions including obsessive-compulsive disorder, childhood behavior issues, and depression. Dr. Patel is dedicated to providing nuanced psychological testing that informs individualized care plans. She values working with diverse populations including first responders, LGBTQ+ individuals, men, and women, ensuring that assessments are culturally sensitive and tailored to each person’s unique background and experiences.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Patel is deeply committed to research aimed at promoting rehabilitation and positive change within the criminal justice system. Her passion for justice-involved populations underscores her broader dedication to supporting marginalized groups and fostering resilience. Outside of her professional work, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with animals and actively participates in animal welfare causes, finding this connection both relaxing and inspiring.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Childhood Behavior Issues
- Depression
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- PTSD/Trauma
Testing
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health-Medicaid
- Aetna-Medicare
- Ambetter
- Anthem BCBS
- Anthem BCBS-Medicare
- Beacon
- Beacon-Medicare
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
- Custom Design Benefits
- Devoted Health Plan-Medicare
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-EAP
- Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
- HealthSmart
- Humana-Medicaid
- Humana-Medicare
- Key Benefit Administrators
- Medicaid-Medicaid
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Molina Healthcare
- Molina Healthcare-Medicaid
- Molina Healthcare-Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-EAP
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicaid
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-VA Community Care
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- Sana Benefits-Medicare
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- TELUS Health (BHS)-EAP
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
- Wellcare-Medicaid
- Wellcare-Medicare
Education
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The University of Memphis
Professional
Memphis, TN, US
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please call us at 859-368-0609 to schedule an appointment with Meera Patel.
Meera Patel generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 859-368-0609 to find out Meera Patel's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Meera Patel:
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health-Medicaid
- Aetna-Medicare
- Ambetter
- Anthem BCBS
- Anthem BCBS-Medicare
- Beacon
- Beacon-Medicare
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
- Custom Design Benefits
- Devoted Health Plan-Medicare
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-EAP
- Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
- HealthSmart
- Humana-Medicaid
- Humana-Medicare
- Key Benefit Administrators
- Medicaid-Medicaid
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Molina Healthcare
- Molina Healthcare-Medicaid
- Molina Healthcare-Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-EAP
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicaid
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-VA Community Care
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- Sana Benefits-Medicare
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- TELUS Health (BHS)-EAP
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
- Wellcare-Medicaid
- Wellcare-Medicare
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 859-368-0609 to see how we can help.
Meera Patel is a Psychologist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Yes, Meera Patel is licensed to perform the following testing services:
- Psychological Testing
Meera Patel works at:
Yes, Meera Patel does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Meera Patel is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: