Grief Psychiatrists in Dunwoody, GA
Do you feel like you're running on empty, managing everything on the outside but not quite feeling like yourself on the inside? You're not alone. I work with teens, adults, and seniors who are dealing with ADHD/ADD, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, trauma, and major life changes. Many of my clients look like they have it together, but inside, they are exhausted, overwhelmed, and ready for something to change.
Do you feel like you're running on empty, managing everything on the outside but not quite feeling like yourself on the inside? You're not alone. I work with teens, adults, and seniors who are dealing with ADHD/ADD, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, trauma, and major life changes. Many of my clients look like they have it together, but inside, they are exhausted, overwhelmed, and ready for something to change.
I am board-certified in Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatry. I see children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults in my office in Dunwoody and am accepting new patients. I specialize in the use of medications and other holistic approaches to treat mental health conditions. Treating clients with respect, integrity, and compassion is my priority. When managing medications, I incorporate the most current and best evidence-based practices.
I am board-certified in Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatry. I see children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults in my office in Dunwoody and am accepting new patients. I specialize in the use of medications and other holistic approaches to treat mental health conditions. Treating clients with respect, integrity, and compassion is my priority. When managing medications, I incorporate the most current and best evidence-based practices.
I began my journey in mental health during my residency in Detroit, MI, gaining experience primarily in urban inpatient and outpatient settings. I also have a strong comfort level in working with the Veteran population. I believe psychiatry is a holistic field that can significantly impact your capacity for resilience and adaptation to life's challenges. I am dedicated to empowering individuals on their path to self-realization and healing, addressing their needs physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
I began my journey in mental health during my residency in Detroit, MI, gaining experience primarily in urban inpatient and outpatient settings. I also have a strong comfort level in working with the Veteran population. I believe psychiatry is a holistic field that can significantly impact your capacity for resilience and adaptation to life's challenges. I am dedicated to empowering individuals on their path to self-realization and healing, addressing their needs physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Additionally, Ashley provides thoughtful support to those going through later life transitions, helping them process grief, adjust to life changes, and maintain mental wellness throughout aging.
Ashley Forman, PMHNP is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner at LifeStance Health, providing compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric care to adults and seniors across Georgia. She offers individualized treatment that focuses on helping each person regain stability, build resilience, and achieve a better quality of life. Whether someone is navigating a new mental health diagnosis or managing long-term symptoms, Ashley meets each patient where they are with empathy and clinical insight. Her services include individual therapy and medication management, including support for individuals dealing with substance use concerns.
Additionally, Ashley provides thoughtful support to those going through later life transitions, helping them process grief, adjust to life changes, and maintain mental wellness throughout aging.
Ashley Forman, PMHNP is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner at LifeStance Health, providing compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric care to adults and seniors across Georgia. She offers individualized treatment that focuses on helping each person regain stability, build resilience, and achieve a better quality of life. Whether someone is navigating a new mental health diagnosis or managing long-term symptoms, Ashley meets each patient where they are with empathy and clinical insight. Her services include individual therapy and medication management, including support for individuals dealing with substance use concerns.
My approach is based on integrative psychiatry, which uses medications, therapy and complementary medicine to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements. I consider the patient's cultural background in my assessments and I can provide treatment in Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. My goal is to help my patients create lasting changes and build vitality, resilience and purpose in life.
My approach is based on integrative psychiatry, which uses medications, therapy and complementary medicine to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements. I consider the patient's cultural background in my assessments and I can provide treatment in Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. My goal is to help my patients create lasting changes and build vitality, resilience and purpose in life.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who manages and treats a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, insomnia, and ADHD. I am culturally sensitive and treat each person as an individual in a compassionate and understanding manner. My role as a PMHNP goes beyond medical management; I also serve as an advocate and patient educator. Many of my clients share that I am the listening ear they've needed.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who manages and treats a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, insomnia, and ADHD. I am culturally sensitive and treat each person as an individual in a compassionate and understanding manner. My role as a PMHNP goes beyond medical management; I also serve as an advocate and patient educator. Many of my clients share that I am the listening ear they've needed.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I integrate evidence-based approaches including medication management, psychotherapy, and holistic strategies tailored to each person’s unique needs. My approach combines thorough assessment, patient education, and practical coping tools to help clients manage symptoms, build resilience, and improve overall well-being. I aim to guide each individual toward stability, self-understanding, and meaningful progress in their mental health journey.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I integrate evidence-based approaches including medication management, psychotherapy, and holistic strategies tailored to each person’s unique needs. My approach combines thorough assessment, patient education, and practical coping tools to help clients manage symptoms, build resilience, and improve overall well-being. I aim to guide each individual toward stability, self-understanding, and meaningful progress in their mental health journey.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with expertise in psychiatric medications and various therapy modalities. I offer care that is compassionate, warm, collaborative and values patient autonomy. I see patients for medication management, and I provide regular ongoing talk therapy.
My practice is a safe and inclusive space for your treatment, regardless of race, religion, sexuality, ideology or lifestyle. Whether you're seeking mental health services for the first time or continuing your care with me, I am committed to understanding your unique needs.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with expertise in psychiatric medications and various therapy modalities. I offer care that is compassionate, warm, collaborative and values patient autonomy. I see patients for medication management, and I provide regular ongoing talk therapy.
My practice is a safe and inclusive space for your treatment, regardless of race, religion, sexuality, ideology or lifestyle. Whether you're seeking mental health services for the first time or continuing your care with me, I am committed to understanding your unique needs.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I specialize in working with teens and adults who struggle with mental health challenges. I help by collaborating with clients and their families to formulate an individualized treatment plan utilizing evidence-based modalities to help you restore balance and promote wellbeing. In our first few sessions, you can expect a listening and judgement free environment where we will discuss any challenges that you may be experiencing. We will then formulate a treatment plan that aligns with your personal goals.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I specialize in working with teens and adults who struggle with mental health challenges. I help by collaborating with clients and their families to formulate an individualized treatment plan utilizing evidence-based modalities to help you restore balance and promote wellbeing. In our first few sessions, you can expect a listening and judgement free environment where we will discuss any challenges that you may be experiencing. We will then formulate a treatment plan that aligns with your personal goals.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my focus is on promoting the mental health and overall well-being of my clients through a holistic and evidence-based approach. I provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and individualized treatment plan tailored to each client's unique needs.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my focus is on promoting the mental health and overall well-being of my clients through a holistic and evidence-based approach. I provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and individualized treatment plan tailored to each client's unique needs.
Tam Pham is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Georgia who has been practicing since 2020. He graduated from the UAB Master's School of Nursing. Tam offers his clients medication management. Outside of work, Tam enjoys playing volleyball and supporting the LGBTQ+ community. He is an active member of HVA (Hotlanta Volleyball Association) the GA chapter of NAGVA (North American Gay Volleyball Association).
Tam Pham is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Georgia who has been practicing since 2020. He graduated from the UAB Master's School of Nursing. Tam offers his clients medication management. Outside of work, Tam enjoys playing volleyball and supporting the LGBTQ+ community. He is an active member of HVA (Hotlanta Volleyball Association) the GA chapter of NAGVA (North American Gay Volleyball Association).
Specialties: ADD & ADHD, Agoraphobia, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Medication Management, OCD, Schizophrenia, Stress
Education & Certifications: Education Medical School - Nova Southeastern University, University of Southern California, Internship in General Psychiatry North Shore University Hospital, Residency in General Psychiatry North Shore University Hospital, Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Dr. McNulty is board certified and received her psychiatric education from Nova Southeastern University College. Dr. McNulty is a TMS certified professional. I am licensed to prescribe Suboxone
Specialties: ADD & ADHD, Agoraphobia, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Medication Management, OCD, Schizophrenia, Stress
Education & Certifications: Education Medical School - Nova Southeastern University, University of Southern California, Internship in General Psychiatry North Shore University Hospital, Residency in General Psychiatry North Shore University Hospital, Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Dr. McNulty is board certified and received her psychiatric education from Nova Southeastern University College. Dr. McNulty is a TMS certified professional. I am licensed to prescribe Suboxone
Brian Bortnick is a Psychiatrist in Georgia who has been practicing since 1995. He completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Boston College, his Medical School at Virginia Commonwealth University, and his Psychiatric Residency at Emory University School of Medicine. With more than 25 years of experience, Brian incorporates both psychotherapy and pharmacology to ensure his patients receive an individualized treatment plan that they feel comfortable with and can remain consistent with long-term. Brian strongly believes that patients should feel heard and understood.
Brian Bortnick is a Psychiatrist in Georgia who has been practicing since 1995. He completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Boston College, his Medical School at Virginia Commonwealth University, and his Psychiatric Residency at Emory University School of Medicine. With more than 25 years of experience, Brian incorporates both psychotherapy and pharmacology to ensure his patients receive an individualized treatment plan that they feel comfortable with and can remain consistent with long-term. Brian strongly believes that patients should feel heard and understood.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I’m a board-certified psychiatrist based in Kansas City with experience treating adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other common mental health challenges. I believe effective care starts with listening and understanding each person’s unique story. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and evidence-based, and I work closely with patients to develop practical treatment plans that help improve focus, mood, and overall quality of life.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I’m a board-certified psychiatrist based in Kansas City with experience treating adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other common mental health challenges. I believe effective care starts with listening and understanding each person’s unique story. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and evidence-based, and I work closely with patients to develop practical treatment plans that help improve focus, mood, and overall quality of life.
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I am a board-certified Physician Assistant with a strong focus on helping patients manage stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and grief.
My approach to mental health is rooted in collaboration. I believe in treating the whole person and integrating evidence-based practices with shared decision-making and patient education. Together, we can set meaningful goals and work toward achieving lasting mental well-being.
I am a board-certified Physician Assistant with a strong focus on helping patients manage stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and grief.
My approach to mental health is rooted in collaboration. I believe in treating the whole person and integrating evidence-based practices with shared decision-making and patient education. Together, we can set meaningful goals and work toward achieving lasting mental well-being.
I am a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to helping clients achieve their best outcomes. My patient-centered approach is rooted in empathy and understanding. I have extensive experience providing comprehensive mental health care to diverse populations. With a strong background in Medical-Surgical Nursing, I excel in managing acute psychiatric conditions and delivering holistic, high-quality care. I am dedicated to improving patient outcomes through individualized support and a commitment to their well-being.
I am a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to helping clients achieve their best outcomes. My patient-centered approach is rooted in empathy and understanding. I have extensive experience providing comprehensive mental health care to diverse populations. With a strong background in Medical-Surgical Nursing, I excel in managing acute psychiatric conditions and delivering holistic, high-quality care. I am dedicated to improving patient outcomes through individualized support and a commitment to their well-being.
You may be an adolescent or adult feeling overwhelmed by a constant hum of anxiety, the exhaustion of depression, or the heavy weight of grief and loss.
As a board-certified PMHNP, I view psychiatry as both an art and a science, focusing deeply on comprehensive symptom management. I offer client-centered evaluations, medication management, and therapy. I utilize a holistic model that integrates evidence-based medicine with Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, and lifestyle strategies.
You may be an adolescent or adult feeling overwhelmed by a constant hum of anxiety, the exhaustion of depression, or the heavy weight of grief and loss.
As a board-certified PMHNP, I view psychiatry as both an art and a science, focusing deeply on comprehensive symptom management. I offer client-centered evaluations, medication management, and therapy. I utilize a holistic model that integrates evidence-based medicine with Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, and lifestyle strategies.
Whether you are mourning the loss of a loved one, struggling with persistent worry, or feeling weighed down by sadness, I provide a compassionate, supportive space where you can explore your feelings without judgment.
You have taken the meds. You have followed the plan. And yet you still do not feel like yourself. Deep down, you know there has to be more to healing than this.
I work with people who are tired of quick fixes and want care that looks at the whole picture. My approach is holistic and patient-centered, which means I want to understand your life, your values, and your goals, not just your symptoms.This might include medication management, genetic or functional lab testing, nervous system support, nutrition, lifestyle shifts, or safe medication tapering if that is your goal. We work together every step of the way so you feel supported.
Whether you are mourning the loss of a loved one, struggling with persistent worry, or feeling weighed down by sadness, I provide a compassionate, supportive space where you can explore your feelings without judgment.
You have taken the meds. You have followed the plan. And yet you still do not feel like yourself. Deep down, you know there has to be more to healing than this.
I work with people who are tired of quick fixes and want care that looks at the whole picture. My approach is holistic and patient-centered, which means I want to understand your life, your values, and your goals, not just your symptoms.This might include medication management, genetic or functional lab testing, nervous system support, nutrition, lifestyle shifts, or safe medication tapering if that is your goal. We work together every step of the way so you feel supported.
I work with individuals experiencing bipolar disorder, depression, generalized anxiety disorder, childhood trauma, and grief.
My approach is holistic, evidence-based, and individualized. I provide thorough psychiatric assessment, accurate diagnosis, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy, while incorporating patient education and motivational interviewing.
I work with individuals experiencing bipolar disorder, depression, generalized anxiety disorder, childhood trauma, and grief.
My approach is holistic, evidence-based, and individualized. I provide thorough psychiatric assessment, accurate diagnosis, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy, while incorporating patient education and motivational interviewing.
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How can psychiatrists help with grief?
Grief is a strong emotional response to loss, often triggered by the death of a loved one, the end of a meaningful relationship, or a major life transition. While grief itself is not a mental health disorder, it can cause a range of physical and emotional symptoms, such as disrupted sleep, changes in appetite, irritability, and nausea. Grief can also intensify symptoms of existing mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety. Although many people experience a gradual easing of grief over time, others may find that their symptoms persist or interfere with daily life. In these cases, working with a psychiatrist who has experience supporting individuals through grief can be beneficial.
How do psychiatrists approach treatment for grief?
Because there are no specific medications or therapy type designed solely for grief, treatment typically begins with a thorough assessment of an individual's current symptoms and circumstances. Based on this evaluation, a psychiatrist may recommend a personalized treatment plan. This could include the prescription of medication, such as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), a type of antidepressant that may help regulate mood during the grieving process. Psychiatrists may also incorporate evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients examine how their thoughts about loss contribute to emotional distress, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on accepting painful emotions and identifying coping strategies that align with one's personal values and long-term goals.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in grief support?
To find a psychiatrist who specializes in grief, individuals can use the Psychology Today provider directory, which allows users to filter by therapeutic approach, insurance accepted, or shared identity characteristics, such as gender. When reaching out to a potential provider, it can be useful to ask about their experience working with grief, how they approach treatment planning, and whether they offer both medication management and therapy. Practical considerations such as office location, telehealth availability, and insurance coverage should also be considered to ensure a good fit.