Psychiatrists in 52245

Mariposa Psychiatric Center
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified
Iowa City, IA 52245
At Mariposa Psychiatric Center, Elizabeth Homan, MD, MPH is a ABPN Board Certified Psychiatrist, and Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist who has expertise in treating children, adolescents, and young adults. Dr. Homan graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine in 2010, Psychiatry Residency Training at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital in 2013, and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in 2015. At Mariposa Psychiatric Center obtain the expertise to help your or loved one to adapt and soar.
At Mariposa Psychiatric Center, Elizabeth Homan, MD, MPH is a ABPN Board Certified Psychiatrist, and Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist who has expertise in treating children, adolescents, and young adults. Dr. Homan graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine in 2010, Psychiatry Residency Training at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital in 2013, and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in 2015. At Mariposa Psychiatric Center obtain the expertise to help your or loved one to adapt and soar.

Sarah Dowd Psychiatric Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant, MPAS-C, CAQ-Psy
Verified
Iowa City, IA 52245 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Physician Assistant in outpatient psychiatry seeing primarily adult patients. Post-graduation from PA school I completed a psychiatric fellowship and obtained additional qualification in psychiatry. Over the past 5 years I have primarily practiced in outpatient psychiatry seeing patients with variety of mental health concerns.
I am a Physician Assistant in outpatient psychiatry seeing primarily adult patients. Post-graduation from PA school I completed a psychiatric fellowship and obtained additional qualification in psychiatry. Over the past 5 years I have primarily practiced in outpatient psychiatry seeing patients with variety of mental health concerns.

Kara Whalen
Physician Assistant, PA-C, MPAS
Verified
Iowa City, IA 52245
Please reach out if you are interested in exploring a wholistic approach to your psychiatric care including a combination of medication therapy, integrated ketamine sessions, and motivational interviewing to identify goals and areas of dysfunction. I enjoy working with motivated individuals of all backgrounds. I have 10 plus years of experience in developing treatments plan for those suffering from depression, anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, trauma, and personality disorders.
Please reach out if you are interested in exploring a wholistic approach to your psychiatric care including a combination of medication therapy, integrated ketamine sessions, and motivational interviewing to identify goals and areas of dysfunction. I enjoy working with motivated individuals of all backgrounds. I have 10 plus years of experience in developing treatments plan for those suffering from depression, anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, trauma, and personality disorders.

Mind Body Wellness PA-C, LLC
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Verified
Iowa City, IA 52245 (Online Only)
Accepting new patients! Are you feeling stressed? Worried? Depressed? Are you experiencing health problems that may be connected to your emotional health? Are you having intense emotions, trouble focusing, or accomplishing day-to-day tasks in a timely manner? Or have you recently gotten pregnant or want to start family planning, and aren’t sure how to balance your mental health and baby's well-being? Are you needing help with your child's strong emotions and challenging behaviors?
Accepting new patients! Are you feeling stressed? Worried? Depressed? Are you experiencing health problems that may be connected to your emotional health? Are you having intense emotions, trouble focusing, or accomplishing day-to-day tasks in a timely manner? Or have you recently gotten pregnant or want to start family planning, and aren’t sure how to balance your mental health and baby's well-being? Are you needing help with your child's strong emotions and challenging behaviors?
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in 52245 is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
52245 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 52245 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 52245, 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. 52245 Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in 52245 is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
52245 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 52245 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 52245, 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. 52245 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 52245, 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 52245, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in 52245 as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( 52245). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in 52245, 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 52245, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in 52245 as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( 52245). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.