Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists in Ann Arbor, MI
We all have different ways, paces and capacities in dealing with stress and the non stopping life demands. My philosophy of care is meeting patients where they are in their stage of life to help them achieve the best quality of life they can through evidence-based approach using medications, psychotherapy or the combination of both and involve their families as well as significant others in their care while collaborating with their therapists and other doctors involved in their care. I treat my patients using a bio-psycho-social approach to formulate an individualized treatment that suits each individual patient.
We all have different ways, paces and capacities in dealing with stress and the non stopping life demands. My philosophy of care is meeting patients where they are in their stage of life to help them achieve the best quality of life they can through evidence-based approach using medications, psychotherapy or the combination of both and involve their families as well as significant others in their care while collaborating with their therapists and other doctors involved in their care. I treat my patients using a bio-psycho-social approach to formulate an individualized treatment that suits each individual patient.
I am a board-certified Nurse Practitioner. I have a wide range of knowledge treating Depression, Mood Disorders, Crisis Intervention, Anxiety and Psychosis. I also treat adults ages and older. I use a Holistic approach and establish a therapeutic and fulfilling rapport with all of my clients.
I am a board-certified Nurse Practitioner. I have a wide range of knowledge treating Depression, Mood Disorders, Crisis Intervention, Anxiety and Psychosis. I also treat adults ages and older. I use a Holistic approach and establish a therapeutic and fulfilling rapport with all of my clients.
As a board certified nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I specialize in psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults (18-65) facing; severe anxiety, burnout, depression, bipolar, ADHD, and alcohol dependence.
We offer a secure, non-judgmental space to help you build a personalized path to reconnect with who you want to be. Finding mental stillness begins with a dedicated, supportive space to be truly heard. We are here to help you feel secure and supported.
As a board certified nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I specialize in psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults (18-65) facing; severe anxiety, burnout, depression, bipolar, ADHD, and alcohol dependence.
We offer a secure, non-judgmental space to help you build a personalized path to reconnect with who you want to be. Finding mental stillness begins with a dedicated, supportive space to be truly heard. We are here to help you feel secure and supported.
I completed two bachelor’s degrees with honors at Grand Valley State University majoring in Biomedical Science and Nursing. I continued my education at Grand Valley State University and graduated with honors with my Doctor of Nursing Practice. I am dedicated to providing the best care possible by staying up to date on the latest evidence-based treatments and actively listening to my patients concerns. I employ a non-judgmental approach to get know my patients so we can create a treatment plan together. Populations I treat include, but are not limited to, teens-end of life, men, women, and LGBTQIA+.
I completed two bachelor’s degrees with honors at Grand Valley State University majoring in Biomedical Science and Nursing. I continued my education at Grand Valley State University and graduated with honors with my Doctor of Nursing Practice. I am dedicated to providing the best care possible by staying up to date on the latest evidence-based treatments and actively listening to my patients concerns. I employ a non-judgmental approach to get know my patients so we can create a treatment plan together. Populations I treat include, but are not limited to, teens-end of life, men, women, and LGBTQIA+.
Our physicians specialize in the treatment of conditions such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder and have over 30 years of experience in psychiatry and mental health.
We accept a variety of insurance plans from providers including Aetna, CareSource and United Healthcare. We have appointments available on a daily basis and the time to see a physician is typically less than a few days.
Our physicians specialize in the treatment of conditions such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder and have over 30 years of experience in psychiatry and mental health.
We accept a variety of insurance plans from providers including Aetna, CareSource and United Healthcare. We have appointments available on a daily basis and the time to see a physician is typically less than a few days.
I specialize in adult ADHD evaluations, bipolar spectrum conditions, and treatment-resistant depression—helping patients understand the full picture and develop a thoughtful treatment plan.
My approach is simple and focused on long-term stability. I work with you to find a treatment plan that helps you feel better now while reducing the risk of future mood problems, using the fewest medications necessary. Many patients come to me after previous treatments haven’t worked or haven’t fully made sense.
I specialize in adult ADHD evaluations, bipolar spectrum conditions, and treatment-resistant depression—helping patients understand the full picture and develop a thoughtful treatment plan.
My approach is simple and focused on long-term stability. I work with you to find a treatment plan that helps you feel better now while reducing the risk of future mood problems, using the fewest medications necessary. Many patients come to me after previous treatments haven’t worked or haven’t fully made sense.
I work with all ages! I see patients via Headway and I am now in office at Milford Counseling! I specialize in helping adults and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, overwhelm, burnout, and life transitions. I have a special passion for supporting mothers balancing mental health, identity, and family life. Many clients come feeling stuck, exhausted, or not like themselves. I provide a supportive, judgment-free space and combine thoughtful medication management with practical, goal-oriented care to help clients feel stable, clear, and more like themselves again.
I work with all ages! I see patients via Headway and I am now in office at Milford Counseling! I specialize in helping adults and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, overwhelm, burnout, and life transitions. I have a special passion for supporting mothers balancing mental health, identity, and family life. Many clients come feeling stuck, exhausted, or not like themselves. I provide a supportive, judgment-free space and combine thoughtful medication management with practical, goal-oriented care to help clients feel stable, clear, and more like themselves again.
My areas of focus include depression, anxiety and panic disorders, bipolar and mood disorders, PTSD and trauma, ADHD, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders.
I have 25 years of diverse experience as a medical provider both stateside and internationally. My experience includes working internationally in impoverished areas, natural disaster relief, correctional medicine, addiction/MATS, and psychiatry (both outpatient and crisis stabilization).
My areas of focus include depression, anxiety and panic disorders, bipolar and mood disorders, PTSD and trauma, ADHD, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders.
I have 25 years of diverse experience as a medical provider both stateside and internationally. My experience includes working internationally in impoverished areas, natural disaster relief, correctional medicine, addiction/MATS, and psychiatry (both outpatient and crisis stabilization).
TelaMD Health offers Multi-Specialty Care completely via telehealth. Speak with us on the phone or video chat with a mental health professional at your convenience from your home. We have a short waiting period and are currently accepting patients from a majority of insurance providers.
TelaMD Health offers Multi-Specialty Care completely via telehealth. Speak with us on the phone or video chat with a mental health professional at your convenience from your home. We have a short waiting period and are currently accepting patients from a majority of insurance providers.
Seeking support after trauma or during major life transitions takes courage, and I am honored to walk alongside you. I am a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience working with survivors of sexual trauma and interpersonal violence and Sexual Assault Forensic Nurse Examiner. My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs.I work with adolescents and adults navigating the effects of trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, dissociation and relationship difficulties.
Seeking support after trauma or during major life transitions takes courage, and I am honored to walk alongside you. I am a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience working with survivors of sexual trauma and interpersonal violence and Sexual Assault Forensic Nurse Examiner. My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs.I work with adolescents and adults navigating the effects of trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, dissociation and relationship difficulties.
My goal is to provide excellent psychiatric care to people of any race, background, gender identity, sexual orientation, size, or abilities. When I see you, I see a whole person. Our minds and our lives are complex. Many factors, both extrinsic (such as our backgrounds, families, environment, stressors) and intrinsic (such as our genetics, neurobiology, hormones, physical health, etc) impact us and our well-being. These factors also affect each other! Fortunately, this complexity also provides many pathways to understand and treat our problems. There are many entry points to the path to feeling whole, connected and well.
My goal is to provide excellent psychiatric care to people of any race, background, gender identity, sexual orientation, size, or abilities. When I see you, I see a whole person. Our minds and our lives are complex. Many factors, both extrinsic (such as our backgrounds, families, environment, stressors) and intrinsic (such as our genetics, neurobiology, hormones, physical health, etc) impact us and our well-being. These factors also affect each other! Fortunately, this complexity also provides many pathways to understand and treat our problems. There are many entry points to the path to feeling whole, connected and well.
Marisa is a psychiatric physician assistant with over 5 years of experience and a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Psychiatry. She works with children, adolescents, and adults seeking thoughtful, individualized mental health care. She is currently accepting new patients and commonly works with concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and OCD. Marisa has worked in both private practice and community mental health settings. Her approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and grounded in the belief that patients do best when they feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.
Marisa is a psychiatric physician assistant with over 5 years of experience and a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Psychiatry. She works with children, adolescents, and adults seeking thoughtful, individualized mental health care. She is currently accepting new patients and commonly works with concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and OCD. Marisa has worked in both private practice and community mental health settings. Her approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and grounded in the belief that patients do best when they feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.
I’m Dr. Theresa Gattari, a University of Michigan trained, board-certified adult psychiatrist passionate about helping women find calm, clarity and balance.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and like you're constantly juggling too much—you're not alone. Whether it’s due to underlying ADHD, anxiety, or the hormonal shifts of your menstrual cycle, pregnancy, postpartum, or perimenopause, there’s a path forward. I take a holistic, hormone-informed approach to psychiatry, offering medications, supplements, psychotherapy, lifestyle tools and mind-body practices to help you feel more grounded, joyful, and in control of your life.
I’m Dr. Theresa Gattari, a University of Michigan trained, board-certified adult psychiatrist passionate about helping women find calm, clarity and balance.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and like you're constantly juggling too much—you're not alone. Whether it’s due to underlying ADHD, anxiety, or the hormonal shifts of your menstrual cycle, pregnancy, postpartum, or perimenopause, there’s a path forward. I take a holistic, hormone-informed approach to psychiatry, offering medications, supplements, psychotherapy, lifestyle tools and mind-body practices to help you feel more grounded, joyful, and in control of your life.
Hi, I'm Ashley. I specialize in reproductive and perinatal psychiatry, supporting people through pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, hormonal shifts, PMDD, and menopause. I also work with parents navigating anxiety, depression, or the mood changes and overwhelm that ripple into family life. You don't have to figure this out alone. You deserve care that takes both your mind and your body seriously.
Hi, I'm Ashley. I specialize in reproductive and perinatal psychiatry, supporting people through pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, hormonal shifts, PMDD, and menopause. I also work with parents navigating anxiety, depression, or the mood changes and overwhelm that ripple into family life. You don't have to figure this out alone. You deserve care that takes both your mind and your body seriously.
Dhanashree Mahesh, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist. She graduated with honors in 1979. Having more than 43 years of diverse experiences, especially in Psychiatry.
Dhanashree Mahesh, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist. She graduated with honors in 1979. Having more than 43 years of diverse experiences, especially in Psychiatry.
I work with adults and adolescents who are ready to talk about medication as part of their care, not instead of it. Many of my patients come in after months of managing anxiety, depression, or ADHD-related focus struggles on their own, unsure whether medication is the right step. I take time to understand what's actually going on before I prescribe anything, and I work alongside your therapist so your care stays coordinated. Most patients leave our first visit with a clear plan and a prescriber thinking it through with them, not from a distance.
I work with adults and adolescents who are ready to talk about medication as part of their care, not instead of it. Many of my patients come in after months of managing anxiety, depression, or ADHD-related focus struggles on their own, unsure whether medication is the right step. I take time to understand what's actually going on before I prescribe anything, and I work alongside your therapist so your care stays coordinated. Most patients leave our first visit with a clear plan and a prescriber thinking it through with them, not from a distance.
We generally only have openings for new TMS and ketamine patients. We have a waiting list for those looking for medication management. Please feel free to call and we will do our best to help!… About me: I was drawn to psychiatry because I enjoy connecting with people and feel everyone has a unique story to tell. I treat everything on the psychiatric spectrum from mild to moderate severity, as well as those stubborn conditions where medications have not been effective.
We generally only have openings for new TMS and ketamine patients. We have a waiting list for those looking for medication management. Please feel free to call and we will do our best to help!… About me: I was drawn to psychiatry because I enjoy connecting with people and feel everyone has a unique story to tell. I treat everything on the psychiatric spectrum from mild to moderate severity, as well as those stubborn conditions where medications have not been effective.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, sleep concerns, panic, OCD, and addictive behaviors. Many are college students, professionals, healthcare providers, and parents navigating stress, burnout, or feeling out of alignment and seeking a more intentional, respectful approach to care. My approach is inclusive and affirming, grounded in respect for each person’s lived experience. I create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care, helping you move toward clarity, balance, and purpose.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, sleep concerns, panic, OCD, and addictive behaviors. Many are college students, professionals, healthcare providers, and parents navigating stress, burnout, or feeling out of alignment and seeking a more intentional, respectful approach to care. My approach is inclusive and affirming, grounded in respect for each person’s lived experience. I create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care, helping you move toward clarity, balance, and purpose.
I have a particular focus on treating Mood disorders, including Depression and Bipolar disorder, as well as ADHD and a wide range of Anxiety disorders, helping patients better understand their symptoms and find effective ways to manage them.
I am a Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing thoughtful, supportive mental health care to patients across the lifespan. I earned my degree from the University of Michigan and bring a strong foundation in internal medicine, which informs my holistic and integrated approach to treatment.
I have a particular focus on treating Mood disorders, including Depression and Bipolar disorder, as well as ADHD and a wide range of Anxiety disorders, helping patients better understand their symptoms and find effective ways to manage them.
I am a Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing thoughtful, supportive mental health care to patients across the lifespan. I earned my degree from the University of Michigan and bring a strong foundation in internal medicine, which informs my holistic and integrated approach to treatment.
I treat Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, ADHD, Psychotic disorders, PTSD and others conditions ...
I keep it simple.. every new patient receives a Psychiatric Evaluation - from which I create a comprehensive, individualized treatment plan and prescribe necessary medication/recommendation/further testing. the Followup visit are generally simple as well, I can referrer patient to a higher level of care if I see that they can benefit it.
I treat Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, ADHD, Psychotic disorders, PTSD and others conditions ...
I keep it simple.. every new patient receives a Psychiatric Evaluation - from which I create a comprehensive, individualized treatment plan and prescribe necessary medication/recommendation/further testing. the Followup visit are generally simple as well, I can referrer patient to a higher level of care if I see that they can benefit it.
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How can psychiatrists help with bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition marked by significant fluctuations in mood, including episodes of mania—characterized by elevated energy, impulsivity, and heightened mood—and periods of depression, often involving sadness, low energy, and feelings of hopelessness. Psychiatrists play a vital role in helping individuals manage the complex and often unpredictable nature of bipolar disorder, typically through a comprehensive treatment plan that includes both medication and therapy. One of the most commonly prescribed medications for bipolar disorder is lithium, a mood stabilizer that helps prevent the occurrence of severe manic or depressive episodes by regulating brain chemistry. In addition to medication—or as a first-line intervention when appropriate—psychiatrists may also draw upon evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or psychoeducation, to help clients better understand their condition, build effective coping strategies, and reduce the impact of mood swings on their personal well-being and relationships.
What does the initial assessment and treatment planning process look like?
The starting point for treatment often depends on whether the individual has already received a formal diagnosis of bipolar disorder. If a diagnosis has not yet been established, the psychiatrist typically begins with an assessment to evaluate the client's symptoms, history, and risk factors. This initial evaluation helps determine whether medication, talk therapy, or a combination of both would be most beneficial. If the individual has an existing diagnosis, the psychiatrist may move forward with designing a personalized treatment plan in alignment with the client's goals, often working in collaboration with other care providers, such as a primary care physician (PCP), therapist, or other behavioral health professionals. Due to the severity and chronic nature of bipolar disorder, ongoing psychiatric care is often required over the long term, sometimes for several months or even years. However, long-term care may not be necessary in every case, particularly if the individual shows sustained progress and has access to a stable support network.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in bipolar disorder?
Psychology Today's online directory is a valuable resource for finding psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who focus on bipolar disorder and related conditions. When searching for a psychiatrist, it is important to look for a provider who has specific training and experience with bipolar disorder, as they will be better equipped to understand the challenges that can arise with the condition, such as managing rapid mood shifts and minimizing the risk of suicide, which is higher in individuals with bipolar disorder. Psychiatrists who specialize in bipolar care are also more likely to be knowledgeable about appropriate medication options and dosage strategies. When evaluating potential providers, clients should also consider whether their practice is accessible—whether that means being located nearby or offering care through telehealth—and whether they accept insurance. Additionally, for some individuals, especially those from marginalized communities, finding a psychiatrist who shares or has familiarity with their cultural, racial, or gender identity can make a signifiant difference in the effectiveness of care.