Substance Use Psychiatrists in Spalding County, GA
The first step to lasting recovery from alcohol and drug addiction or abuse is getting personalized substance use disorder treatment.
abuse. our goal is to provide a comfortable, non-judgmental environment, in which to receive the support and treatment needed to get relief from the symptoms that are bothering you most. As a chronic and often life-threatening disease, addiction requires professional treatment with ongoing care. Not everyone suffering from substance abuse has the means to
The first step to lasting recovery from alcohol and drug addiction or abuse is getting personalized substance use disorder treatment.
abuse. our goal is to provide a comfortable, non-judgmental environment, in which to receive the support and treatment needed to get relief from the symptoms that are bothering you most. As a chronic and often life-threatening disease, addiction requires professional treatment with ongoing care. Not everyone suffering from substance abuse has the means to
Dr. Judith Ngulefac, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, DOT-CME is an experienced doctoral-prepared board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with over 14 years of experience in diverse health care settings providing high-quality care to clients. She believes that your mental health is as important as your physical health and requires the same attention. She provides an initial psychiatric evaluation that will enable her to diagnose & develop an individualized treatment plan.
Dr. Judith Ngulefac, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, DOT-CME is an experienced doctoral-prepared board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with over 14 years of experience in diverse health care settings providing high-quality care to clients. She believes that your mental health is as important as your physical health and requires the same attention. She provides an initial psychiatric evaluation that will enable her to diagnose & develop an individualized treatment plan.
Dr. Judith Ngulefac Dnp
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNPBC, FNP-C
1 Endorsed
Griffin, GA 30224
Specialties ; Medication Management •Comprehensive psychiatric Evaluation • Substance Use disorder •Trauma and PTSD .
Dr. Judith Ngulefac, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, DOT-CME is an experienced doctoral-prepared board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with over 14 years of experience in diverse health care settings providing high-quality care to clients. Dr. Ngulefac believes that your mental health is as important as your physical health and requires the same attention. She provides an initial psychiatric evaluation that will enable her to diagnose & develop an individualized treatment plan with routine follow-up visits to monitor symptoms and medication effectiveness.
Specialties ; Medication Management •Comprehensive psychiatric Evaluation • Substance Use disorder •Trauma and PTSD .
Dr. Judith Ngulefac, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, DOT-CME is an experienced doctoral-prepared board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with over 14 years of experience in diverse health care settings providing high-quality care to clients. Dr. Ngulefac believes that your mental health is as important as your physical health and requires the same attention. She provides an initial psychiatric evaluation that will enable her to diagnose & develop an individualized treatment plan with routine follow-up visits to monitor symptoms and medication effectiveness.
Enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults. Highly skilled at working closely with parents to ensure that through proper diagnosis, treatment, and medication management that children and adolescents can live healthier and happier lives. I also enjoy working with adults to assist them with finding the proper medication treatment to assist them in managing better in their day to day with minimal disruptions due to mental illness. Very outgoing and personable.
Enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults. Highly skilled at working closely with parents to ensure that through proper diagnosis, treatment, and medication management that children and adolescents can live healthier and happier lives. I also enjoy working with adults to assist them with finding the proper medication treatment to assist them in managing better in their day to day with minimal disruptions due to mental illness. Very outgoing and personable.
Online Psychiatrists
My name is Olujimi Adefisan, I am a board certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist. I am passionate about the mental well being of the people I see. I believe that to address the matter of the heart we must first address the heart of matter. I devote time to collaborate with my client to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their needs. I work with patients families and caregivers to address their concerns and garner support for my clients.
My name is Olujimi Adefisan, I am a board certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist. I am passionate about the mental well being of the people I see. I believe that to address the matter of the heart we must first address the heart of matter. I devote time to collaborate with my client to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their needs. I work with patients families and caregivers to address their concerns and garner support for my clients.
At YourStory, psychiatric care starts with your story. Before the first visit, you can share what has been happening in your own words and voice through a private, guided intake. This helps organize your symptoms, history, prior treatment, goals, and concerns into a clinician-reviewed summary before we meet. it helps make the visit more focused, personal, and clinically useful. Patients often come to me when they feel stuck, are unsure about their diagnosis, have tried medications that did not fully help, or want a more careful psychiatric evaluation.
At YourStory, psychiatric care starts with your story. Before the first visit, you can share what has been happening in your own words and voice through a private, guided intake. This helps organize your symptoms, history, prior treatment, goals, and concerns into a clinician-reviewed summary before we meet. it helps make the visit more focused, personal, and clinically useful. Patients often come to me when they feel stuck, are unsure about their diagnosis, have tried medications that did not fully help, or want a more careful psychiatric evaluation.
My name is Ayman Fareed and I am a board-certified, Harvard-trained clinical psychiatrist taking new clients at our Alpharetta location. I worked as an Associate Professor and Director of Addiction Fellowship Program in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Emory University School of Medicine. I currently hold the title of Staff Psychiatrist/Medical Director at Atlanta Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC).
My name is Ayman Fareed and I am a board-certified, Harvard-trained clinical psychiatrist taking new clients at our Alpharetta location. I worked as an Associate Professor and Director of Addiction Fellowship Program in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Emory University School of Medicine. I currently hold the title of Staff Psychiatrist/Medical Director at Atlanta Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC).
Sieda Barrow, DNP, MBA, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, is a highly accomplished and compassionate healthcare provider with over 30 years of experience spanning primary care and psychiatric mental health. Her career journey from CNA to advanced practice clinician has shaped a deeply grounded, patient-centered approach rooted in both clinical excellence and real-world experience.
Sieda Barrow, DNP, MBA, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, is a highly accomplished and compassionate healthcare provider with over 30 years of experience spanning primary care and psychiatric mental health. Her career journey from CNA to advanced practice clinician has shaped a deeply grounded, patient-centered approach rooted in both clinical excellence and real-world experience.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across the lifespan. My approach integrates psychotherapy and psychopharmacology to address the unique needs of each client, with a strong emphasis on holistic, patient-centered treatment. I am dedicated to promoting mental wellness, reducing stigma, and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. My practice is grounded in respect, cultural competence, and clinical excellence, and I strive to build therapeutic alliances that foster trust, healing, and long-term recovery.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across the lifespan. My approach integrates psychotherapy and psychopharmacology to address the unique needs of each client, with a strong emphasis on holistic, patient-centered treatment. I am dedicated to promoting mental wellness, reducing stigma, and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. My practice is grounded in respect, cultural competence, and clinical excellence, and I strive to build therapeutic alliances that foster trust, healing, and long-term recovery.
I provide psychiatric mental health care treatment for adults, adolescents, and children, in both Spanish and English. I listen to my patients and try to understand who they are, what their problems are, and how they are suffering. I believe it is important to understand each patient's unique life including learning about their interpersonal relationships, work life, home life, and what their hopes and dreams are. Psychiatric treatment is a partnership between me and my patients. By working together we can decrease pain and suffering, and create happiness, peacefulness, and the ability to live and enjoy life.
I provide psychiatric mental health care treatment for adults, adolescents, and children, in both Spanish and English. I listen to my patients and try to understand who they are, what their problems are, and how they are suffering. I believe it is important to understand each patient's unique life including learning about their interpersonal relationships, work life, home life, and what their hopes and dreams are. Psychiatric treatment is a partnership between me and my patients. By working together we can decrease pain and suffering, and create happiness, peacefulness, and the ability to live and enjoy life.
Considered to have an empathetic and calming approach by his patients, Dr. Browning believes in meeting each individual on their terms. Fostering a genuine connection and encouraging a curious mind can help to reveal common patterns of interpersonal interactions, thoughts, and behaviors through a psychodynamic and supportive approach. No one person is the same, and Dr. Browning believes in fusing the biological, psychological, and psychosocial aspects of each individual's experience to create a plan to move forward and begin the journey toward feeling better.
Considered to have an empathetic and calming approach by his patients, Dr. Browning believes in meeting each individual on their terms. Fostering a genuine connection and encouraging a curious mind can help to reveal common patterns of interpersonal interactions, thoughts, and behaviors through a psychodynamic and supportive approach. No one person is the same, and Dr. Browning believes in fusing the biological, psychological, and psychosocial aspects of each individual's experience to create a plan to move forward and begin the journey toward feeling better.
Salient Health and Wellness, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP, PMHNP
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting new patients in GA (in-person & virtual) and virtual-only in WA, OR, FL, and IA.
I’m Dr. Joy Ibeh, a doctoral-trained, double board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC) with 15+ years of clinical experience.
At Salient Health and Wellness, we provide patient-centered psychiatric assessments, medication management, and individualized treatment plans, tailored to each patient’s specific needs.
Dr. Ibeh is dedicated to understanding each patient’s unique mental health needs. Her goal is to help patients overcome barriers that may limit access to quality mental health care.
Accepting new patients in GA (in-person & virtual) and virtual-only in WA, OR, FL, and IA.
I’m Dr. Joy Ibeh, a doctoral-trained, double board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC) with 15+ years of clinical experience.
At Salient Health and Wellness, we provide patient-centered psychiatric assessments, medication management, and individualized treatment plans, tailored to each patient’s specific needs.
Dr. Ibeh is dedicated to understanding each patient’s unique mental health needs. Her goal is to help patients overcome barriers that may limit access to quality mental health care.
This drove my commitment to mental health to utilize a variety of evidence-based interventions to help patients navigate concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorder etc.
My approach is practical and collaborative. I value clear communication and thoughtful assessment, ensuring that our treatment plan fits your unique life context. I combine rigorous clinical training with years of "on-the-ground" experience to provide care that is both scientifically sound and deeply practical.
This drove my commitment to mental health to utilize a variety of evidence-based interventions to help patients navigate concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorder etc.
My approach is practical and collaborative. I value clear communication and thoughtful assessment, ensuring that our treatment plan fits your unique life context. I combine rigorous clinical training with years of "on-the-ground" experience to provide care that is both scientifically sound and deeply practical.
SAME week availability. Dr. Zohaib Haque is a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and received his MD from American University of Integrative Sciences. With ten years of clinical experience in a variety of inpatient, academic, residential and outpatient psychiatric settings, Dr. Haque offers comprehensive psychiatric treatment for a variety of mental health concerns. Treatment begins with a comprehensive evaluation to provide individualized care to each patient, with an emphasis on empathetic listening and collaboration. He takes time to educate his patients about psychiatric illnesses and treatment options available to them.
SAME week availability. Dr. Zohaib Haque is a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and received his MD from American University of Integrative Sciences. With ten years of clinical experience in a variety of inpatient, academic, residential and outpatient psychiatric settings, Dr. Haque offers comprehensive psychiatric treatment for a variety of mental health concerns. Treatment begins with a comprehensive evaluation to provide individualized care to each patient, with an emphasis on empathetic listening and collaboration. He takes time to educate his patients about psychiatric illnesses and treatment options available to them.
Are you looking for a mental health provider who takes the time to listen to your concerns, and truly cares about you as a patient? I work closely with my patients to understand their concerns, goals, and values, ensuring that treatment plans are tailored to their individual needs. I am committed to creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can feel comfortable discussing your mental health concerns.
Are you looking for a mental health provider who takes the time to listen to your concerns, and truly cares about you as a patient? I work closely with my patients to understand their concerns, goals, and values, ensuring that treatment plans are tailored to their individual needs. I am committed to creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can feel comfortable discussing your mental health concerns.
Hi there, I'm Obianuju! I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who is licensed and trained to care for patients with mental health issues across the lifespan. I use a Patient-centered care approach which recognizes my client's needs and respects their right to make health decisions and choices.
Hi there, I'm Obianuju! I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who is licensed and trained to care for patients with mental health issues across the lifespan. I use a Patient-centered care approach which recognizes my client's needs and respects their right to make health decisions and choices.
As an Advanced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serving the Rome and Atlanta areas, Kathryn (Katie) Gray (formerly Butler) specializes in prescribing and managing medication for clients with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, autism and substance abuse.
As an Advanced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serving the Rome and Atlanta areas, Kathryn (Katie) Gray (formerly Butler) specializes in prescribing and managing medication for clients with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, autism and substance abuse.
Dr. Matzkin specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic mental health conditions. Dr. Matzkin's approach combines thoughtful medication management with psychodynamic therapy to foster deep self-understanding, improve relationships, and help you move toward lasting change.
Dr. Matzkin specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic mental health conditions. Dr. Matzkin's approach combines thoughtful medication management with psychodynamic therapy to foster deep self-understanding, improve relationships, and help you move toward lasting change.
Dr. Janjua is available for same/next week appointments via tele-health (GA and IN) or in-person sessions (GA). He is a double board-certified forensic psychiatrist specialized in evidence-based and patient-centered treatment. He completed training in General Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry at Emory University School of Medicine. He treats children, teenagers, adults, and elderly patients. He also specializes in forensic psychiatry and conducts independent medical evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, competency to stand trial, and criminal responsibility evaluations.
Dr. Janjua is available for same/next week appointments via tele-health (GA and IN) or in-person sessions (GA). He is a double board-certified forensic psychiatrist specialized in evidence-based and patient-centered treatment. He completed training in General Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry at Emory University School of Medicine. He treats children, teenagers, adults, and elderly patients. He also specializes in forensic psychiatry and conducts independent medical evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, competency to stand trial, and criminal responsibility evaluations.
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.
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.
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FAQ - Substance Use Psychiatrists
Ho can psychiatrists help with substance use disorders?
Substance use disorders are characterized by the use of alcohol, prescription medications, or other drugs in ways that harm a person's health, relationships, or responsibilities at home, work, or school. While not everyone who uses substances meets the criteria for a disorder, substance use that becomes frequent, risky, or disruptive to daily life may indicate the presence of a substance use disorder. In these cases, psychiatric care can be critical to helping clients reach recovery. Psychiatrists who specialize in substance use can help individuals understand the role substances play in their lives and support them in making changes through a combination of therapy and, when appropriate, medication.
How do psychiatrists treat substance use disorders?
At the start of care, psychiatrists typically conduct a thorough evaluation of a client's current substance use and assess for any co-occurring mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. This assessment helps determine whether outpatient care is appropriate or if a higher level of support—such as a detox program or intensive outpatient program (IOP)—is needed first. Once an appropriate care setting is identified, the psychiatrist and client work together to establish treatment goals and a personalized plan. This plan may include therapy approaches such as motivational interviewing, harm reduction strategies, or relapse prevention. For some individuals, medication-assisted treatment (MAT)—such as buprenorphine for opioid use or naltrexone for alcohol use—may be used to manage cravings, withdrawal, or relapse risk.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in substance use disorders?
The Psychology Today online directory is a useful tool for finding psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in treating substance use. The directory allows users to search for providers with expertise in specific areas, such as alcohol use, drug use, or dual diagnosis. It also includes filters for insurance coverage, location, session format (in-person or telehealth), and provider identity characteristics, such as gender or cultural background. When evaluating a psychiatrist, it's helpful to ask about their experience treating the specific substance of concern, as not all providers treat all types of substance use. Understanding their approach to therapy and medication can also help ensure the provider is a good fit.