Psychiatrists in Chestnut Hill, MA

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Yupei Pearl Hu
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified Verified
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Dr. Hu is a Duke-trained dual-board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) in adults, college students, adolescents and children. She emphasizes 3Cs in her practice- comprehensive, compassionate, evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Exposure-based approaches are one of the essential components, such as exposure and response prevention (ERP) or acceptance commitment therapy (ACT). She supports clients to live fully and freely, who previously were imprisoned by worries, ruminations, sensitivity to rejection, or constant sense of inadequacy.
Dr. Hu is a Duke-trained dual-board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) in adults, college students, adolescents and children. She emphasizes 3Cs in her practice- comprehensive, compassionate, evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Exposure-based approaches are one of the essential components, such as exposure and response prevention (ERP) or acceptance commitment therapy (ACT). She supports clients to live fully and freely, who previously were imprisoned by worries, ruminations, sensitivity to rejection, or constant sense of inadequacy.
(617) 404-4331 View (617) 404-4331
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NewGenn Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, RN -BSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Currently accepting new patients! NewGenn Psychiatry provides in person and tele-psychiatry services to teens and adults in Waltham, Boston, and surrounding cities. Flexible hours are offered to accommodate students and busy professionals. We provide diagnostic assessment and medication management for many psychiatric conditions including but not limited to Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Anxiety and Depression. Our treatment approach is centered on collaborative, evidence-based care and we work with you and your team to craft an individualized treatment plan.
Currently accepting new patients! NewGenn Psychiatry provides in person and tele-psychiatry services to teens and adults in Waltham, Boston, and surrounding cities. Flexible hours are offered to accommodate students and busy professionals. We provide diagnostic assessment and medication management for many psychiatric conditions including but not limited to Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Anxiety and Depression. Our treatment approach is centered on collaborative, evidence-based care and we work with you and your team to craft an individualized treatment plan.
(781) 430-4381 View (781) 430-4381
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Meredith Morrison
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with training and experience treating patients with mental health issues across the lifespan. My clinical career has taken me on a journey through the healthcare system, from inpatient to outpatient settings. My clinical practice focuses on assessing, diagnosing, treatment planning and care coordination for those struggling with a wide range of mental health issues. I specialize in psychopharmacology and provide diagnostic evaluations, assessments and ongoing treatment via medication management for my clients, tailored to their individual needs’.
I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with training and experience treating patients with mental health issues across the lifespan. My clinical career has taken me on a journey through the healthcare system, from inpatient to outpatient settings. My clinical practice focuses on assessing, diagnosing, treatment planning and care coordination for those struggling with a wide range of mental health issues. I specialize in psychopharmacology and provide diagnostic evaluations, assessments and ongoing treatment via medication management for my clients, tailored to their individual needs’.
(781) 222-9383 View (781) 222-9383
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Rae Abarbanel
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Many people find themselves feeling distressed and misunderstood when they struggle with their mental health. I understand that this can cause issues in relationships, work, school, and/or just getting through your day.
Many people find themselves feeling distressed and misunderstood when they struggle with their mental health. I understand that this can cause issues in relationships, work, school, and/or just getting through your day.
(617) 383-7839 View (617) 383-7839

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Nina Isakovich
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445
I am a compassionate and knowledgeable psychiatrist highly experienced in treating adults with severe psychiatric disorders and milder emotional disturbances. In addition to my general psychiatry training, I also completed the Harvard Fellowship in Women's Mental Health at the Brigham and Women's Hospital and have unique skills and experience in treating psychiatric symptoms and emotional distress during pregnancy and postpartum as well as psychological symptoms associated with other hormonal changes.
I am a compassionate and knowledgeable psychiatrist highly experienced in treating adults with severe psychiatric disorders and milder emotional disturbances. In addition to my general psychiatry training, I also completed the Harvard Fellowship in Women's Mental Health at the Brigham and Women's Hospital and have unique skills and experience in treating psychiatric symptoms and emotional distress during pregnancy and postpartum as well as psychological symptoms associated with other hormonal changes.
(617) 209-2625 View (617) 209-2625
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Maria Jose Lisotto
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445  (Online Only)
I am a Harvard-trained, Harvard-affiliated, board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. I strongly believe that the best psychiatric care is centered on the whole person, not just on a diagnosis or specific medication. I provide weekly therapy and work with patients to determine if medications can be of help. I do not believe that everyone needs a medication, but they can be useful in treating particular psychiatric symptoms; I will work with you in order to find the best treatment modality that meets your goals and needs.
I am a Harvard-trained, Harvard-affiliated, board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. I strongly believe that the best psychiatric care is centered on the whole person, not just on a diagnosis or specific medication. I provide weekly therapy and work with patients to determine if medications can be of help. I do not believe that everyone needs a medication, but they can be useful in treating particular psychiatric symptoms; I will work with you in order to find the best treatment modality that meets your goals and needs.
(617) 209-6196 View (617) 209-6196
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Leah Miller
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, RN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
I provide psychiatric care to individuals ages 9+ struggling with their mental health, including changes in mood, increased anxiety, OCD, ADHD, trauma, stress, and loss. I offer an empathetic, collaborative approach with the intention of helping my clients feel heard and supported. I value my clients' preferences and take a holistic view of their lives when considering the best treatment for them. My clinical interests include working with tweens, teens, and young adults, as well as women of child-bearing age.
I provide psychiatric care to individuals ages 9+ struggling with their mental health, including changes in mood, increased anxiety, OCD, ADHD, trauma, stress, and loss. I offer an empathetic, collaborative approach with the intention of helping my clients feel heard and supported. I value my clients' preferences and take a holistic view of their lives when considering the best treatment for them. My clinical interests include working with tweens, teens, and young adults, as well as women of child-bearing age.
(774) 208-0530 View (774) 208-0530
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Dr. Ashley Matskevich
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Harvard trained and board certified psychiatrist, as well as a member of the Harvard Medical School faculty. I provide warm, supportive, and down to earth care both in-person and online to help accommodate busy students, parents, and working professionals. I take a thorough and comprehensive approach with each patient, with the underlying belief that we can best meet our goals when we best understand ourselves.
I am a Harvard trained and board certified psychiatrist, as well as a member of the Harvard Medical School faculty. I provide warm, supportive, and down to earth care both in-person and online to help accommodate busy students, parents, and working professionals. I take a thorough and comprehensive approach with each patient, with the underlying belief that we can best meet our goals when we best understand ourselves.
(617) 917-3522 View (617) 917-3522
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Dr. Andrew Wu
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! It’s not easy to find a good psychiatrist in today’s world. Good care is centered around trusting your patients and taking the time to get to know them. To ensure high-quality psychiatric services, I operate a boutique practice, where patients have access to sooner appointments and can speak to me outside of appointments, if needed. If we work together, I strive to individualize your treatment to what works best for you. I have an active therapeutic style to make sure your sessions are engaging, helpful, and sometimes even fun!
Hi! It’s not easy to find a good psychiatrist in today’s world. Good care is centered around trusting your patients and taking the time to get to know them. To ensure high-quality psychiatric services, I operate a boutique practice, where patients have access to sooner appointments and can speak to me outside of appointments, if needed. If we work together, I strive to individualize your treatment to what works best for you. I have an active therapeutic style to make sure your sessions are engaging, helpful, and sometimes even fun!
(857) 226-4143 View (857) 226-4143
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Lauren Costello
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02461  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 12 years of experience. Particular interests of mine include working with anxiety and mood disorders.  I provide a thoughtful evaluation of your condition and on-going medication management. We will work together to find the lowest dose of effective medications that will reduce your suffering and minimize side effects.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 12 years of experience. Particular interests of mine include working with anxiety and mood disorders.  I provide a thoughtful evaluation of your condition and on-going medication management. We will work together to find the lowest dose of effective medications that will reduce your suffering and minimize side effects.
(857) 380-0135 View (857) 380-0135
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Sofia Verdeja Mitchell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135  (Online Only)
•• Accepting New Patients ••: I am a board-certified English/Spanish bilingual psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in trauma management and treating depression, anxiety and insomnia. Skilled in assessment, diagnosis and medication management through evidence-based care for safe and effective outcomes, I build targeted and individualized treatment plans while providing therapeutic support and a willingness to collaborate with therapists for mutual patients. Throughout more than eight years of experience, I’ve provided patient care across a variety of settings, including ER care, inpatient psychiatry and outpatient psychiatry.
•• Accepting New Patients ••: I am a board-certified English/Spanish bilingual psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in trauma management and treating depression, anxiety and insomnia. Skilled in assessment, diagnosis and medication management through evidence-based care for safe and effective outcomes, I build targeted and individualized treatment plans while providing therapeutic support and a willingness to collaborate with therapists for mutual patients. Throughout more than eight years of experience, I’ve provided patient care across a variety of settings, including ER care, inpatient psychiatry and outpatient psychiatry.
(339) 218-4969 View (339) 218-4969
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Susan Rako MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
If you need help to gain or regain a good enough balance and a way to find happiness in your life, I have decades of valuable experience. I am known as a "psychiatrist's psychiatrist," a true healer, and one who is gifted at working with "challenging" situations" -- both individual and couples. Therapy is my specialty, and I evaluate and prescribe medication only for patients I treat in therapy when it is truly indicated. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are more interested in developing their own capacities than in complaining about the inadequacy of what they find outside themselves in the world and in other people. I do not provide "medication management" if that is a primary reason for consultation. Author of : "That's How the Light Gets In: Memoir of a Psychiatrist" (published by Random House) and "Semrad: The Heart of a Therapist" (see www.susanrako.com) My blog, "More Light" can also be found on my website.
If you need help to gain or regain a good enough balance and a way to find happiness in your life, I have decades of valuable experience. I am known as a "psychiatrist's psychiatrist," a true healer, and one who is gifted at working with "challenging" situations" -- both individual and couples. Therapy is my specialty, and I evaluate and prescribe medication only for patients I treat in therapy when it is truly indicated. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are more interested in developing their own capacities than in complaining about the inadequacy of what they find outside themselves in the world and in other people. I do not provide "medication management" if that is a primary reason for consultation. Author of : "That's How the Light Gets In: Memoir of a Psychiatrist" (published by Random House) and "Semrad: The Heart of a Therapist" (see www.susanrako.com) My blog, "More Light" can also be found on my website.
(617) 964-4241 View (617) 964-4241
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Carlos Covarrubias
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02130
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Boston, offering online psychotherapy to clients throughout Massachusetts, in-person therapy and medication management in Jamaica Plain, and online classes and workshops at www.ThreeTreesMentalHealth.com
I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Boston, offering online psychotherapy to clients throughout Massachusetts, in-person therapy and medication management in Jamaica Plain, and online classes and workshops at www.ThreeTreesMentalHealth.com
(857) 475-7631 View (857) 475-7631
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Patricia Hall Abbott
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02460
My practice specializes in helping clients to integrate complementary practices into traditional care with the goal of greater self-understanding and empowerment, and reduced reliance on medications to the extent possible. While conventional practices may provide symptom relief, underlying issues sometimes remain and continue to cause distress. My clients are interested in incorporating alternative practices into their traditional care with the goal of identifying and healing root cause issues, and reducing reliance on psychiatric medications. Learn more from my website, Dr. Abbott Integrative Psychiatry.
My practice specializes in helping clients to integrate complementary practices into traditional care with the goal of greater self-understanding and empowerment, and reduced reliance on medications to the extent possible. While conventional practices may provide symptom relief, underlying issues sometimes remain and continue to cause distress. My clients are interested in incorporating alternative practices into their traditional care with the goal of identifying and healing root cause issues, and reducing reliance on psychiatric medications. Learn more from my website, Dr. Abbott Integrative Psychiatry.
(617) 440-5348 View (617) 440-5348
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Theresa Webster
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135  (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are constantly fighting with your own brain? You try to concentrate on a task but your mind constantly wanders off. Your friends joke that you have no concept of time but you wonder when they will tire of your inconsistency. You struggle in social settings with worry that you are talking too much or lose track of what someone is talking with you about when in conversation. Your finances are a mess or you just can’t seem to hold on to savings. Social media has you thinking you might have ADHD and you are ready to find answers.
Do you feel like you are constantly fighting with your own brain? You try to concentrate on a task but your mind constantly wanders off. Your friends joke that you have no concept of time but you wonder when they will tire of your inconsistency. You struggle in social settings with worry that you are talking too much or lose track of what someone is talking with you about when in conversation. Your finances are a mess or you just can’t seem to hold on to savings. Social media has you thinking you might have ADHD and you are ready to find answers.
(725) 600-0263 View (725) 600-0263
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Eleftheria Tsavoussis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PCNS
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02459
Eleftheria Tsavoussis is a seasoned Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adult Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience across multiple healthcare settings. She is the founder and CEO of Waltham Behavioral Health, LLC, a thriving private practice employing experienced, compassionate mental-health providers with diverse areas of expertise. Ms. Tsavoussis is a member of the Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners and serves on the Massachusetts Action Coalition working to remove restrictions that limit patients' access to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare across a variety of specialties.
Eleftheria Tsavoussis is a seasoned Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adult Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience across multiple healthcare settings. She is the founder and CEO of Waltham Behavioral Health, LLC, a thriving private practice employing experienced, compassionate mental-health providers with diverse areas of expertise. Ms. Tsavoussis is a member of the Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners and serves on the Massachusetts Action Coalition working to remove restrictions that limit patients' access to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare across a variety of specialties.
(781) 679-5379 View (781) 679-5379
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Dale Buckman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, AGPCNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MA 02135
Welcome! I’m Dr. Dale, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with dual certification in Primary Care Medicine. My approach is rooted in Functional and Integrative Psychiatry. I am dedicated to helping you achieve mental wellness and a better quality of life. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, sleep issues, ADHD, PTSD, or OCD, I am here to support you. I specialize in medication initiation and management as well as lifestyle and dietary changes. Together, we will develop a personalized treatment plan to address your unique needs. Reach out today. www.DrDale.com
Welcome! I’m Dr. Dale, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with dual certification in Primary Care Medicine. My approach is rooted in Functional and Integrative Psychiatry. I am dedicated to helping you achieve mental wellness and a better quality of life. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, sleep issues, ADHD, PTSD, or OCD, I am here to support you. I specialize in medication initiation and management as well as lifestyle and dietary changes. Together, we will develop a personalized treatment plan to address your unique needs. Reach out today. www.DrDale.com
(781) 404-3449 View (781) 404-3449
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Amanda Sims
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02459
I am a Harvard trained psychiatrist, with expertise in both psychotherapy and pharmacological treatment. I have been in private practice for almost 20 years, working extensively with women's mental health issues. I have helped my clients navigate emerging young adulthood, eating disorders, infertility, pregnancy and the postpartum period, and menopause. I am an integrative psychiatrist, that believes in exploring and treating the underlying physiological causes of mental illnesses, and combine nutraceuticals and complementary treatment with pharmacotherapy.
I am a Harvard trained psychiatrist, with expertise in both psychotherapy and pharmacological treatment. I have been in private practice for almost 20 years, working extensively with women's mental health issues. I have helped my clients navigate emerging young adulthood, eating disorders, infertility, pregnancy and the postpartum period, and menopause. I am an integrative psychiatrist, that believes in exploring and treating the underlying physiological causes of mental illnesses, and combine nutraceuticals and complementary treatment with pharmacotherapy.
(617) 648-7244 View (617) 648-7244
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MD Psychiatry Clinic , Gregory Labun, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02494  (Online Only)
My deepest admiration for your courage in seeking help! I help adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, fatigue, procrastination, lack of motivation, poor time management, focus and attention issues to overcome negative self-talk, avoid feeling like a failure and reclaim their confidence, purpose, and joy in life !
My deepest admiration for your courage in seeking help! I help adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, fatigue, procrastination, lack of motivation, poor time management, focus and attention issues to overcome negative self-talk, avoid feeling like a failure and reclaim their confidence, purpose, and joy in life !
(781) 650-8509 View (781) 650-8509
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Daria Cunningham
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN, MSN, RN
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02456  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! This is the first step to a healthier life. I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who specializes in a client-first approach as you navigate your journey to healing and wellness. I am dedicated in providing you with the leading standard of care, offering comprehensive and individualized support that is entirely customized to your needs. I use my previous educational background as well as my various clinical setting experiences to bring the highest expertise and support, as we explore your goals together and strive towards a healthy life.
Welcome! This is the first step to a healthier life. I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who specializes in a client-first approach as you navigate your journey to healing and wellness. I am dedicated in providing you with the leading standard of care, offering comprehensive and individualized support that is entirely customized to your needs. I use my previous educational background as well as my various clinical setting experiences to bring the highest expertise and support, as we explore your goals together and strive towards a healthy life.
(978) 464-3240 View (978) 464-3240

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How does your Psychiatrist compare?

Number of Psychiatrists in Chestnut Hill, MA

< 10

Psychiatrists in Chestnut Hill, MA who prioritize treating:

100% Depression
100% Anxiety
100% Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
75% ADHD
75% Sleep or Insomnia
75% Medication Management
50% Grief

Average years in practice

13 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

100% BlueCross and BlueShield
100% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
100% Optum

How Psychiatrists in Chestnut Hill, MA see their clients

100% In Person and Online

Gender breakdown

75% Female
25% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses

How can I find a psychiatrist in Chestnut Hill?

The Psychology Today Directory enables you to search specifically for psychiatrists, using the drop down provider menu in the navigation bar, by city or zip code, or by the name of the psychiatrist. Search results provide detailed profiles of professionals, including their treatment approach and areas of expertise. In addition, listings provide important information about each psychiatrist’s credentials, fees, payment options, and insurance affiliations. Directory users can select psychiatrists who meet an array of personally-desired criteria, such as familiarity with a specific community or condition.

What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

Psychiatrists are medical specialists who focus on understanding, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the brain and disorders of the mind and behavior. As physicians, psychiatrists are trained to recognize the often-subtle biological causes of mental disorders and to monitor the effects of mental disturbances on physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychologists are especially attuned to the influence of early experience on development and behavior, emotional and cognitive processes, the nature of personality, and social functioning. They are also trained to deploy an array of psychological tests—IQ tests, personality tests, behavioral assessments—to gauge a person’s functioning.

What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner?

A psychiatric nurse practitioner, also known as a mental health nurse practitioner, is a registered nurse who completes advanced training in psychiatric care, earning either a master’s or doctoral degree in psychiatric nursing, and in the U.S., passes a national certification exam. Like psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. In some locales, psychiatric nurse practitioners can offer the full range of psychiatric care, including prescribing and managing medication. In other places, they must work in collaboration with a physician.

Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed psychiatrist?

The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. All psychiatrists listed in the directory have a valid license issued by the state(s) in which they practice and are certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some individuals or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

Can a psychiatrist prescribe medication?

Psychiatrists are licensed medical doctors who are trained to recognize the many ways body processes affect the functioning of the brain and mind. As physicians, they can prescribe medication. Patients who are prescribed medications will typically need to continue to see a psychiatrist so that the effects of the medication can be monitored. For many psychiatric conditions, including common disorders such as anxiety and depression, the preferred treatment is combination therapy—medication accompanied by psychotherapy.

Do psychiatrists offer therapy?

Psychiatrists are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and, increasingly, somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists make a diagnosis and determine a course of treatment based on chemical or biological factors, using lab tests, brain scans and physical and psychological evaluations. While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most sessions with a psychiatrist may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management. Many psychiatrists who do not offer psychotherapy work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians and can refer clients seeking talk therapy to those providers.

How do I know if I need a psychiatrist or a therapist?

It is not always easy to know which type of mental health practitioner to choose. Many people are unaware of the root of their mental or behavioral problem. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the physician may review their medical history or perform medical tests to determine whether biological factors are involved before making a referral. It is not necessary for a person to know precisely what type of care they need in order to seek help. Many psychiatrists and psychologists refer clients to each other depending on client needs.

Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?

A referral to a psychiatrist is often not required. However, seeing your primary care physician first can be helpful and actually prove to be a shortcut to getting what you need. Your PCP may have a clear idea whether psychiatric help is needed and/or which kind of mental health care would be most beneficial and refer you to the right type of practitioner. For that reason alone, some psychiatrists require a referral. Further, many insurance plans require a referral from a PCP if they cover all of part of the cost of seeing a specialist; if, however, you are paying out of pocket, you may not need a referral. In any case, a referral may speed the process of securing an appointment with a psychiatrist, especially in areas where there is a shortage of mental health specialists and new patients face long waits for appointments.

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