Psychiatrists in Athens, GA
Issa Papiss Bagayogo
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
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The Olive Space Psychiatry LLC is a private psychiatric practice headed by Dr. Issa P. Bagayogo MD PHD. He is a proud member of several organizations that advocate for the advancement of mental health such as The American Psychiatric Association and the American Society of Addiction Medicine. As a Global Mental Health specialist, he has participated in international training and consulting work to promote mental health and reduce stigma. Specifically, he specializes in pharmacological management of psychiatric disorders and addiction issues, using the latest evidence and consensus-based approaches.
Curtisia Town
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ANP
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Curtisia Town is a certified Nurse practitioner with 15+ years of experience. She joined Georgia Behavioral Health in November 2019. She has worked in Geriatrics, Infectious disease, Correction and mental health. Mental Health is her passion. She believes in incorporating medication management as part of a holistic approach. She uses a patient-centered health care model encouraging patients to take part in plan of care. She is a mother, a wife, and an optimist. She enjoys traveling, reading, serving in her church, and spending time with her family.
Karl Smart
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
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Karl is a Nurse Practitioner with a wide range of experience providing care in outpatient psychiatric settings, inpatient medical consultation, inpatient pediatric units, individual therapy, group therapy, summer camps for children with medical illnesses and disabilities, and coming of age nature groups for adolescent boys. He has been working with Lifestance in Athens GA for the last 4 years. His previous roles include psychiatric care for students through the UC Berkeley student health center, psychiatirc consultation at John Muir Hospital system in the San Francisco, Bay area, and outpatient care at Oakland Children's Hospital.
Ranjan Avasthi
Psychiatrist, MD
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We are here at Peace of Mind Psychiatric Services to work with you and your family to help you reach your mental health goals and become your best self.
Michayala Bush
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B
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My name is Michayala Bush and I’m a Board Certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have specialized in Mental Health since 2013 treating patients in state mental facilities, correctional facilities, crisis centers, and community mental health. I specialize in depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, and behavioral issues.
Evelyn Booker
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
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Evelyn Booker is a Board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of psychiatric-mental experience. Evelyn is accepting new patients all over Georgia via telehealth visits for comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Evelyn treats anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or any other mental health issue that is adversely affecting optimal functioning at work, deterring their best social self, or preventing being fully present for loved ones.
Health Medix Center
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-C, PMNP-BC
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Dr. Benedicta Okoye has a wide range of clinical experience; she has worked in the healthcare field for over two decades. She is a doctorate prepared Family Nurse Practitioner as well as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She believes in treating every patient uniquely as they present.
Chenhang Zou
Psychiatrist, MD
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Dr. Zou is welcoming new patients seeking specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric concerns. As a holistic psychiatrist, Dr. Zou draws from a wide-ranging toolbox of treatment options - including psychotherapy, psycho-education and lifestyle adaptations in addition to medication where appropriate. Consequently, patients benefit from a well-integrated approach to care that is both systematic and thorough.
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Quinshunda Carter
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
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Greetings, I’m a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides care based on the best evidence-based practices. My focus is patient-centered care from a holistic approach.
Danielle Ibelema
Psychiatrist, MD
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My practice of medicine centers around the concept of the mind body connection. As a physician trained in both psychiatry and primary care, I believe in an all-inclusive approach to health and wellbeing. This approach may include traditional psychotherapy, mindfulness based practices and medication management.
ConscientiaMD
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP, BC
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Bunmi Akinmowo is a dual certified Family & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of diverse experience in the healthcare system. She has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, and also a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. She graduated with her Master’s as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Rutgers and later completed post graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She describes herself as a proficient and experienced nurse practitioner focused on evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients experiencing acute/chronic mental distress or other mental health conditions.
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Laracel D'Andrea
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
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NP Laracel D'Andrea is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from the University of Wyoming. She has always had a passion for psychology and the study of human nature, and received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology before completing her nursing degree. She sees the role of a psychiatric nurse practitioner as a bridge between psychology and medicine. Her approach involves treating each person spiritually, mentally, and physically through pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments.
Valencia Mitonya Covington
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP-C, FNP-C
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Valencia is board certified family and Mental health nurse practitioner with over 5 years of experience. She’s dedicated to decreasing the stigma and hurdles associated with receiving quality mental health care. Strives to give %100 to you on your journey to mental wholeness.
Brave Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MD, FNP-C, PhD
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Brave Health is a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive by engaging them in high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. Our diverse clinical staff includes licensed psychiatrists and nurse practitioners with expertise in treating mental health. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to your health. We’ll work together to create a customized treatment plan for your needs. Our programs are evidence-based, drawing on approaches to treatment that are clinically proven to be effective.
Mindbodysoul Mental Health & Family practice
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, FNP-C
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Everyone’s journey is different. We work with everyone for a customized treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs. Some struggles are harder to overcome than others and require the assistance of a highly trained and compassionate mental health provider. The first step to lasting recovery from alcohol and drug addiction or abuse is getting personalized substance use disorder treatment. Proper treatment for substance use disorder should address both the physical and medical ramifications of your addiction, as well as the lasting behavioral, psychological and lifestyle damage caused by prolonged and untreated substance
Diana Woodall
Psychiatrist, MD
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SAME/NEXT week availability via tele-medicine. I am a board certified psychiatrist committed to providing individualized care to each patient, with an emphasis on empathetic listening and collaboration. My goal in working with patients is to empower each individual to harness their unique strengths and to foster self-actualization and resiliency. My treatment approach is integrative, often combining various modalities including medications, psychotherapy, medical/diagnostic labwork, nutrition, exercise, and other wellness focused approaches catered to each individual's values.
Alexandra Whiddon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
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Many patients struggle to find a clinician that is relatable and compassionate, or they are frustrated that they will not be given an individualized approach to their treatment. I offer an evaluation that looks at many facets of a persons life that could be contributing to their mood and/or anxiety disorders. During an evaluation we will discuss medical history, environment, past trauma and lifestyle issues that will help formulate an integrative treatment plan. Diet, gut health, supplements, and inflammation all are considered in the treatment plan. I am totally virtual, I have practiced this way for over 10 years prior to COVID.
Ivydale Wellness center
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-C, FNP-C
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Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Each person present with unique nuances as to how a problem behaviorally reveals itself in his or her life. I am a doctoral-prepared dual board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner and as such, every client treatment is individualized and holistic at the same time. I use an integrated approach to care with aims to empower individual's authenticity to make proactive decisions, and enhance his or her ability to effectively cope with the full variety of life's circumstances with using evidence-based practice.
Jess Scott
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, BC
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I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 13 years of experience working in healthcare. I earned a master’s degree at the University of Memphis in Memphis, TN, and a post-graduate certificate from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, UT. I grew up in Memphis, TN, and have witnessed both professionally and personally the impact of untreated mental illness. I am passionate about improving the mental and emotional well-being of patients.
Chine mental health services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
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Are you struggling to balance your mental health? Are things becoming overwhelming & unmanageable? My name is Gloria Chine, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of mental health experience. I have extensive inpatient and outpatient experience. I provide comprehensive mental health evaluations, medication management & therapy. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, bipolar, anger issues, ADHD, PTSD (trauma), schizophrenia and not limiting to other mental illness. I have daily appointments. Please schedule your appointment via my website.
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in Athens is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Athens 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 Athens 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 Athens, 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. Athens Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in Athens is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Athens 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 Athens 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 Athens, 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. Athens 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 Athens, 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 Athens, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Athens as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Athens). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Athens, 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 Athens, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Athens as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Athens). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.