Psychiatrists in 28269
Tremika Woodley
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
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Tremika R. Woodley is Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), licensed in North Carolina. Tremika is a Charlotte NC native and alumnus of Queens University of Charlotte, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2011. After 5 years of serving as an acute care travel nurse, she then attended South University obtaining a Master of Science in Nursing in 2016, focusing on adult/ geriatric care. Followed by a post- master’s certification in psychiatric- mental health nursing from Frontier Nursing University in 2019. She has completed an extensive internship with Monarch Behavioral Health.
Susan Curtis
Psychiatrist, MD
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Susan Edwards Curtis, MD is a Psychiatrist with nearly 20 years of experience specializing in General Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry. Dr. Curtis has experience in both medication management and insight- oriented therapy modalities. Her goal is to work with clients in a wellness-based model, with an approach that emphasizes self-empowering compassion and care. In her free time, Dr. Curtis enjoys spending time singing, running (or walking) 5K races, doing various crafts, and spending time at home with her family and dogs.
Gretchen Barnes
Physician Assistant, PA-C, MPAS
Verified
1 Endorsed
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1 Endorsed
I'm a board-certified PA who offers medication management for teens and adults dealing with common mental health problems. I am eager to help my patients gain insight into the science surrounding various treatment options. I pride myself on being detailed and compassionate in my approach. I believe that shared decision-making can help patients proactively improve their mental wellbeing.
Adam J Lake
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
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Accepting New Patients (In-person & Virtual). Located in North Hills neighborhood of Raleigh. A Board Certified physician, Dr Lake offers the full spectrum of medications and psychotherapy. This includes specialties in adolescent & adult ADHD, treatment of older adults (memory/cognitive issues), college/graduate students, opioid/alcohol use issues, depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders.
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in 28269 is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
28269 Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in 28269 has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in 28269, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. 28269 Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in 28269 is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
28269 Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in 28269 has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in 28269, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. 28269 Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
How to find the right Psychiatrist?
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in 28269, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in 28269, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in 28269 as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( 28269). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in 28269, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in 28269, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in 28269 as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( 28269). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.