Alcohol Use Psychiatrists in Novi, MI
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, or longstanding patterns that no longer serve them. My patients often seek a thoughtful, grounded perspective—someone who listens carefully, understands complexity, and offers clear, evidence-based guidance. I value a respectful, collaborative process that supports both emotional insight and practical change, helping individuals move toward greater stability, clarity, and peace of mind.
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, or longstanding patterns that no longer serve them. My patients often seek a thoughtful, grounded perspective—someone who listens carefully, understands complexity, and offers clear, evidence-based guidance. I value a respectful, collaborative process that supports both emotional insight and practical change, helping individuals move toward greater stability, clarity, and peace of mind.
Every individual has the potential to overcome suffering, and my role is to guide you on that path. Often, our struggles stem from childhood experiences and unresolved emotions that linger until they impact our lives. Many difficult or traumatic life events force us to develop thoughts and behaviors that protect us in the moment but ultimately lead to internal and relationship conflicts. I specialize in helping clients recognize harmful patterns and form new empowering thoughts and feelings. My goal is to help you live an authentic and joyful life through achieving self-awareness, acceptance, and a positive self-image.
Every individual has the potential to overcome suffering, and my role is to guide you on that path. Often, our struggles stem from childhood experiences and unresolved emotions that linger until they impact our lives. Many difficult or traumatic life events force us to develop thoughts and behaviors that protect us in the moment but ultimately lead to internal and relationship conflicts. I specialize in helping clients recognize harmful patterns and form new empowering thoughts and feelings. My goal is to help you live an authentic and joyful life through achieving self-awareness, acceptance, and a positive self-image.
My name is Bukky Askew, and I am a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with experience in primary care, chronic disease management, crisis stabilization, and outpatient psychiatry. I treat children (5+), adolescents, and adults facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and substance use. I provide collaborative, evidence-based care focused on diagnostic clarity, safe medication management, and whole-person wellness.
My name is Bukky Askew, and I am a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with experience in primary care, chronic disease management, crisis stabilization, and outpatient psychiatry. I treat children (5+), adolescents, and adults facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and substance use. I provide collaborative, evidence-based care focused on diagnostic clarity, safe medication management, and whole-person wellness.
Nadine Atoui, PMHNP, is dedicated to helping individuals in Michigan navigate life's challenges with compassion and clinical expertise. At LifeStance Health, she provides individualized therapy and medication management for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Nadine specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, offering a supportive environment for clients to explore their emotions and develop effective coping strategies. Her approach empowers patients to better understand their mental health and build resilience, fostering growth and healing.Nadine Atoui, PMHNP, is dedicated to helping individuals in Michigan
Nadine Atoui, PMHNP, is dedicated to helping individuals in Michigan navigate life's challenges with compassion and clinical expertise. At LifeStance Health, she provides individualized therapy and medication management for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Nadine specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, offering a supportive environment for clients to explore their emotions and develop effective coping strategies. Her approach empowers patients to better understand their mental health and build resilience, fostering growth and healing.Nadine Atoui, PMHNP, is dedicated to helping individuals in Michigan
My approach is open, non-judgmental, and grounded in genuine listening. I believe in working collaboratively to understand your experiences and identify the most effective path forward. My goal is to help you improve your quality of life from this day on, ensuring you feel supported, heard, and empowered every step of the way.
My approach is open, non-judgmental, and grounded in genuine listening. I believe in working collaboratively to understand your experiences and identify the most effective path forward. My goal is to help you improve your quality of life from this day on, ensuring you feel supported, heard, and empowered every step of the way.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, personality challenges, substance use, sleep and eating disorders, or difficult life transitions. You may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you—but you want stability, clarity, and to feel like yourself again. You’re seeking compassionate, culturally sensitive care from someone who listens deeply, understands your unique story, and helps you build meaningful, lasting change and improve your overall quality of life.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, personality challenges, substance use, sleep and eating disorders, or difficult life transitions. You may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you—but you want stability, clarity, and to feel like yourself again. You’re seeking compassionate, culturally sensitive care from someone who listens deeply, understands your unique story, and helps you build meaningful, lasting change and improve your overall quality of life.
We have immediate openings anywhere in Michigan for child, adolescent or adult psychiatric and counseling services at times that work for you. Dr Lemmen, Erin Engel and I will provide comprehensive assessments to help you make informed decisions regarding your best treatment options. For many problems medication can be an extremely helpful tool. We specialize in finding the right medication(s) and ongoing collaboration with you to find the right dose to help you to feel and function at your best. Counseling may also be needed and we collaborate with our Best Fit Counseling specialists to meet your needs.
We have immediate openings anywhere in Michigan for child, adolescent or adult psychiatric and counseling services at times that work for you. Dr Lemmen, Erin Engel and I will provide comprehensive assessments to help you make informed decisions regarding your best treatment options. For many problems medication can be an extremely helpful tool. We specialize in finding the right medication(s) and ongoing collaboration with you to find the right dose to help you to feel and function at your best. Counseling may also be needed and we collaborate with our Best Fit Counseling specialists to meet your needs.
I am the head Psychiatrist and owner of Michigan Mental Wellness. I'm board-certified in both General Psychiatry as well as Child & Adolescent Psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I have a variety of special interests including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, genetics, evolutionary psychology, Ketamine assisted treatments and issues impacting the LGBTQ community. I'm enthusiastic about teaching and will always go into detail about the nature of psychiatric illness and the impact of medication. I try to keep a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere for all ages.
I am the head Psychiatrist and owner of Michigan Mental Wellness. I'm board-certified in both General Psychiatry as well as Child & Adolescent Psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I have a variety of special interests including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, genetics, evolutionary psychology, Ketamine assisted treatments and issues impacting the LGBTQ community. I'm enthusiastic about teaching and will always go into detail about the nature of psychiatric illness and the impact of medication. I try to keep a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere for all ages.
VirtualPsych allows for telepsych healthcare remotely from your cell or computer at home. 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're committed to helping you find the right treatment plan that fits your needs.
VirtualPsych allows for telepsych healthcare remotely from your cell or computer at home. 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're committed to helping you find the right treatment plan that fits your needs.
Psychiatric & Addiction Care - Accepting Medicaid -
I’m Lisa Perna, MSN, FNP-BC, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in addiction medicine and mental health with over 14 years of experience. I work with individuals experiencing substance use concerns, mental health conditions, or life stressors—and I also provide psychiatric care for patients without a substance use disorder.
I believe healing happens best when patients feel seen, heard, and supported—without judgment. I take time to understand the full picture of your physical and emotional health, helping you build stability, clarity, and confidence.
Psychiatric & Addiction Care - Accepting Medicaid -
I’m Lisa Perna, MSN, FNP-BC, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in addiction medicine and mental health with over 14 years of experience. I work with individuals experiencing substance use concerns, mental health conditions, or life stressors—and I also provide psychiatric care for patients without a substance use disorder.
I believe healing happens best when patients feel seen, heard, and supported—without judgment. I take time to understand the full picture of your physical and emotional health, helping you build stability, clarity, and confidence.
At Fulfilled Care Psychiatry, I, Dr. Jimmy Metellus, am a compassionate psychiatrist providing a supportive space for individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance use, and life transitions. I specialize in evidence-based treatments tailored to your unique needs, guiding you on a transformative journey towards emotional stability, improved relationships, resilience, self-discovery, and functional daily living. My role is to empower you, ensuring mental health isn't a barrier but a catalyst for growth. Together, we navigate complexities, work towards your goals, fostering lasting positive change.
At Fulfilled Care Psychiatry, I, Dr. Jimmy Metellus, am a compassionate psychiatrist providing a supportive space for individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance use, and life transitions. I specialize in evidence-based treatments tailored to your unique needs, guiding you on a transformative journey towards emotional stability, improved relationships, resilience, self-discovery, and functional daily living. My role is to empower you, ensuring mental health isn't a barrier but a catalyst for growth. Together, we navigate complexities, work towards your goals, fostering lasting positive change.
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The Sinclair Method is an evidence-based approach to Alcohol Use Disorders that uses the FDA-approved prescription medication Naltrexone to gradually reduce your use.
We will discuss why you overdrink and how drinking affects your relationships, family, work, and overall health. Whether it's moderating your drinking or stopping it entirely, you don't have to do it you don't have to do it alone.
The Sinclair Method is an evidence-based approach to Alcohol Use Disorders that uses the FDA-approved prescription medication Naltrexone to gradually reduce your use.
We will discuss why you overdrink and how drinking affects your relationships, family, work, and overall health. Whether it's moderating your drinking or stopping it entirely, you don't have to do it you don't have to do it alone.
Tamiko Rice is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Michigan who has been practicing since 2024. She has an MSN, PMHNP from Northern Kentucky University.
Tamiko is here to serve you and your mental health needs whether simple or complex.
She is qualified to develop treatment plans that lead to desired outcomes. Tamiko assists clients by providing treatment modalities that are patient centered. Let her help you with your individualized solutions in the area of ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, MDD, GAD and more. Tamiko is available to see you, online or in-person.
Tamiko Rice is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Michigan who has been practicing since 2024. She has an MSN, PMHNP from Northern Kentucky University.
Tamiko is here to serve you and your mental health needs whether simple or complex.
She is qualified to develop treatment plans that lead to desired outcomes. Tamiko assists clients by providing treatment modalities that are patient centered. Let her help you with your individualized solutions in the area of ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, MDD, GAD and more. Tamiko is available to see you, online or in-person.
TSM has a success rate of 78%, with most patients reporting a significant reduction in their alcohol use, as well as reduced cravings and preoccupation with drinking.
This approach is ideal for patients who are reluctant to join AA or have not had success with other treatment methods.
TSM has a success rate of 78%, with most patients reporting a significant reduction in their alcohol use, as well as reduced cravings and preoccupation with drinking.
This approach is ideal for patients who are reluctant to join AA or have not had success with other treatment methods.
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.
Dr. Neil S. Talon is a Psychiatrist in Michigan who has been practicing since 1981. He earned his BA at the University of Michigan, went to Columbia University Medical School, and completed his Psychiatric Residency at Cornell. Dr. Talon is experienced in general adult psychiatry and has practiced in office- and hospital-based settings. He has many years of experience treating people with bipolar disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, adult ADHD, and other psychiatric disorders of adults to geriatrics. Dr. Talon has particular expertise in the use of psychotropic medications and their monitoring.
Dr. Neil S. Talon is a Psychiatrist in Michigan who has been practicing since 1981. He earned his BA at the University of Michigan, went to Columbia University Medical School, and completed his Psychiatric Residency at Cornell. Dr. Talon is experienced in general adult psychiatry and has practiced in office- and hospital-based settings. He has many years of experience treating people with bipolar disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, adult ADHD, and other psychiatric disorders of adults to geriatrics. Dr. Talon has particular expertise in the use of psychotropic medications and their monitoring.
Ijeoma Oranefo-Okoye, NP, is dedicated to helping individuals in Michigan achieve mental wellness through compassionate care and evidence-based treatments. She provides individualized therapy and medication management, offering support to adolescents, adults, and seniors facing a range of mental health challenges. Her expertise in ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder allows her to tailor treatment plans that empower her patients to regain control of their lives.
Ijeoma Oranefo-Okoye, NP, is dedicated to helping individuals in Michigan achieve mental wellness through compassionate care and evidence-based treatments. She provides individualized therapy and medication management, offering support to adolescents, adults, and seniors facing a range of mental health challenges. Her expertise in ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder allows her to tailor treatment plans that empower her patients to regain control of their lives.
EMAIL/CALL (immediate openings within one week) - A true integrative psychiatry incorporates complementary/alternative/ talk therapy modalities for mind, body & soul connection. Modern Psychiatry requires a good insight into trauma informed care since we more than just diagnosis. Such trauma focused care augments safe space, enables freedom from trauma pain & ability to design future with more than just med management. In psychiatry symptoms often overlap with medical issues, so as double board-certified NP in Family Medicine & Psychiatry, I am comfortable capturing & addressing both medical and psych issues in a holistic manner.
EMAIL/CALL (immediate openings within one week) - A true integrative psychiatry incorporates complementary/alternative/ talk therapy modalities for mind, body & soul connection. Modern Psychiatry requires a good insight into trauma informed care since we more than just diagnosis. Such trauma focused care augments safe space, enables freedom from trauma pain & ability to design future with more than just med management. In psychiatry symptoms often overlap with medical issues, so as double board-certified NP in Family Medicine & Psychiatry, I am comfortable capturing & addressing both medical and psych issues in a holistic manner.
I am a psych NP with post-graduate training in therapy, offering a real, down-to-earth space for those tired of the "clinical mask." I specialize in the burnout unique to healthcare workers, law enforcement, and EMS—addressing the moral injury and exhaustion that come with the front lines.
My work also goes deeper into the roots of the mother wound and the search for meaning. I welcome clients with alternative beliefs, particularly those who view healing through the lens of universal consciousness. To me, mental health is inextricably linked to our spiritual health and the profound ways we connect to one another and the collective.
I am a psych NP with post-graduate training in therapy, offering a real, down-to-earth space for those tired of the "clinical mask." I specialize in the burnout unique to healthcare workers, law enforcement, and EMS—addressing the moral injury and exhaustion that come with the front lines.
My work also goes deeper into the roots of the mother wound and the search for meaning. I welcome clients with alternative beliefs, particularly those who view healing through the lens of universal consciousness. To me, mental health is inextricably linked to our spiritual health and the profound ways we connect to one another and the collective.
Suzanne Lugger is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Michigan who has been practicing since 2005.
Suzanne can help a client work towards identified goals to be the best version of themselves. Life is a journey; there is always a way to move forward. She looks forward to supporting clients through the process of growth to an improved quality of life.
When not working, Suzanne enjoys gardening, running, sunshine, camping, travel, and spending time with family.
Suzanne Lugger is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Michigan who has been practicing since 2005.
Suzanne can help a client work towards identified goals to be the best version of themselves. Life is a journey; there is always a way to move forward. She looks forward to supporting clients through the process of growth to an improved quality of life.
When not working, Suzanne enjoys gardening, running, sunshine, camping, travel, and spending time with family.
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FAQ - Alcohol Use Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with alcohol use disorder?
For many individuals, alcohol consumption is a normal part of social events or celebrations. However, alcohol use that becomes more frequent, risky, or disruptive to daily functioning may meet the clinical criteria for alcohol use disorder (AUD). At this point, a psychiatric support can be an important step in addressing the issue. Psychiatrists who specialize in alcohol use disorder help individuals understand the psychological and physiological effects of drinking and offer support through therapy and, when appropriate, medications approved for alcohol-related treatment which can reduce cravings and support individuals in reducing or stopping alcohol use.
What does the assessment and treatment planning process involve?
Seeing a psychiatrist for alcohol-related concerns typically begins with an assessment of the person's drinking habits, as well as a screening for any co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, or trauma-related disorders. This evaluation informs the treatment plan and helps determine whether outpatient care is appropriate or if a higher level of intervention is needed first—such as medically supervised detoxification or an intensive outpatient program (IOP). Once the appropriate level of care is established, the psychiatrist works with the client to develop a treatment plan tailored to their needs and recovery goals. Psychiatric treatment for alcohol use disorders often incorporates evidence-based therapies, including motivational interviewing, harm reduction strategies, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and relapse prevention planning. Depending on the client's goals, treatment may focus on either moderation or complete abstinence. In some cases, psychiatrists may also coordinate with other members of the client's care team, such as primary care providers or addiction specialists, to ensure an integrated approach.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in alcohol use disorder?
The Psychology Today online directory is a valuable resource for finding psychiatrists (MDs) or psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in alcohol use. Users can filter providers based on specialty, insurance accepted, fees, location, and personal identity preferences—such as gender, cultural background, or religious affiliation. Because not all providers treat alcohol-related conditions, it is important to verify a psychiatrist's experience with alcohol use disorder. When contacting a provider, consider asking about their specific experience treating alcohol-related issues, as well as their approach to both medication management and behavioral therapy. This is especially important for individuals seeking a particular type of treatment approach, such as harm reduction or abstinence-based care.