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Dr. Ahmar M Butt
Psychiatrist, MD

Dr. Ahmar M Butt

Psychiatrist, MD (he, him)

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1517 North Ankeny Boulevard, Suite E, Ankeny, IA 50023
Let's Connect (515) 517-2187
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Balance TMS, Esketamine, and Psychiatry. Ahmar M. Butt, MD. Board certified in General/Adult Psychiatry, Child Psychiatry & Addiction Medicine. Office 1: 2001 Westown Parkway Suite 110, West Des Moines, IA 50265 Office 2: 1517 N Ankeny Blvd Suite E, Ankeny, IA 50023 Tel: 515-446-8486, 515-337-3967. Fax: 800-861-7495 Please inform the office if you would be willing to take a last minute appointment, in case of any cancellation.
Child and adolescent psychiatry, Adult psychiatry, Suboxone for opioid addiction, Esketamine/Spravato for treatment resistant depression (TRD) and suicidality, Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for TRD, anxious depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, smoking cessation, migraine headaches.
As a board-certified psychiatrist, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care in general, child & adolescent psychiatry, and addiction medicine. I specialize in ECT, TMS, and esketamine (Spravato) for treatment-resistant depression. My patient-centered approach integrates advanced therapies to promote lasting mental wellness and improve quality of life.
Call or Dr. Ahmar M Butt now for a free 15 minute consultation - (515) 517-2187

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1517 North Ankeny Boulevard

Suite E

Ankeny, IA 50023 map

(515) 517-2187

Balance TMS, Esketamine, and Psychiatry PLLC

2001 Westown Parkway

Suite 110

West Des Moines, IA 50265 map

I specialize in Depression, Child and Emotional Disturbance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (515) 517-2187
Photo of Dr. Ahmar M Butt, Psychiatrist, MD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1517 North Ankeny Boulevard

Suite E

Ankeny, IA 50023 map

(515) 517-2187

Balance TMS, Esketamine, and Psychiatry PLLC

2001 Westown Parkway

Suite 110

West Des Moines, IA 50265 map

I specialize in Depression, Child and Emotional Disturbance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Iowa / MD42473 Dr. Ahmar M Butt
  • Additional Credentials

  • Board Certification by Adult and Child Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine
Photo of Dr. Ahmar M Butt, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Ahmar M Butt
Psychiatrist, MD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (515) 517-2187
Photo of Dr. Ahmar M Butt, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Ahmar M Butt
Psychiatrist, MD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (515) 517-2187

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Child
  • Emotional Disturbance

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Coping Skills
  • Dementia
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Psychosis
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
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Mental health services, counseling, medication management for psychological issues, nonmedication options for psychiatric illnesses, challenges that co-occur with treatment resistant depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism spectrum disorder, substance use disorder, behavioral disturbances, emotional dysregulation, mood disorders, impulse control disorder, anxiety disorders and LGBTQIA.
Photo of Dr. Ahmar M Butt, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Ahmar M Butt
Psychiatrist, MD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 517-2187
"
Mental health services, counseling, medication management for psychological issues, nonmedication options for psychiatric illnesses, challenges that co-occur with treatment resistant depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism spectrum disorder, substance use disorder, behavioral disturbances, emotional dysregulation, mood disorders, impulse control disorder, anxiety disorders and LGBTQIA.
Photo of Dr. Ahmar M Butt, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Ahmar M Butt
Psychiatrist, MD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 517-2187

Endorsement

Spencer Elmer
Spencer Elmer
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerARNPPMHNPBC
Dr. Butt is passionate about helping people. Perhaps more than anyone I know. I've recommended him many times, especially because he offers some cutting-edge treatment modalities that are hard to find in Iowa. Most importantly, he's a good man.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Esketamine/Spravato, Suboxone, Medications,
  • Family / Marital
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Strength-Based
  • Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), ECT.
  • Trauma Focused
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Child and adolescent psychiatry medication management, Adult/general psychiatry medication management, Suboxone for opioid addiction, Esketamine/Spravato for treatment resistant depression (TRD) and suicidality, Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for TRD, anxious depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, smoking cessation, migraine headaches.
Photo of Dr. Ahmar M Butt, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Ahmar M Butt
Psychiatrist, MD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 517-2187
"
Child and adolescent psychiatry medication management, Adult/general psychiatry medication management, Suboxone for opioid addiction, Esketamine/Spravato for treatment resistant depression (TRD) and suicidality, Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for TRD, anxious depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, smoking cessation, migraine headaches.
Photo of Dr. Ahmar M Butt, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Ahmar M Butt
Psychiatrist, MD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 517-2187

Location

Primary Location

1517 North Ankeny Boulevard

Suite E

Ankeny, IA 50023

(515) 517-2187

Additional Location

Balance TMS, Esketamine, and Psychiatry PLLC

2001 Westown Parkway

Suite 110

West Des Moines, IA 50265

(515) 517-2187
Photo of Dr. Ahmar M Butt, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Ahmar M Butt
Psychiatrist, MD
Call for a free consultation now - (515) 517-2187
Photo of Dr. Ahmar M Butt, Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Ahmar M Butt
Psychiatrist, MD
Call for a free consultation now - (515) 517-2187