Psychiatrists in 78249
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Susan Wynne
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
I offer Psychiatric Evaluations, medication management and psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults. I am a Past President of Texas Society of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Bexar County Psychiatric Society. Additionally, I am an Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
Amber Mansoor
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Dr. Amber Mansoor is a highly qualified and skilled double board certified psychiatrist , currently serving the city of San Antonio. She finished her psychiatry residency at UT health San Antonio and continued her training to further specialize in child and adolescent psychiatry in the same program. She is extremely passionate about helping families who are struggling with mental health problems and is committed to providing excellent care to her patients.
Vanessa L Vela
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
I have been practicing for 19 years and continue to look forward to helping others find the proper treatment for their needs. I enjoy working with children, teens and adults. I understand that each of my patients have unique strengths. I am committed to providing genuine, caring and confidential care for professionals, families and children. I am a firm believer in change and hold an optimistic view in helping others. I often find that people have gone without treatment for various reasons but I am here to help them find the appropriate direction.
Vivian Palacios Jones
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Verified
I am dual licensed Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. I am interested in providing comprehensive and compassionate mental health care for adults and adolescents. Being certified to practice primary care I emphasize both physical and psychiatric wellness into my practice. I employ patient centered approach to my practice and strive to find individualized and effective treatment plans for my patients. I believe everyone should live life to their fullest potential and will help my patients achieve their goals to the best of my ability.
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in 78249 is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
78249 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 78249 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 78249, 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. 78249 Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in 78249 is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
78249 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 78249 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 78249, 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. 78249 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 78249, 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 78249, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in 78249 as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( 78249). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in 78249, 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 78249, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in 78249 as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( 78249). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.