Depression Psychiatrists in Savage, MN
I’m Joanne Howden-Rich, I work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, via telehealth virtual or in-person appointments.
My work is shaped by personal loss, lived experience, and a belief that mental health care should feel human, not rushed. I care for children, teens, and adults by looking beyond symptoms to understand the whole person. Through medication management, education, and collaboration, I provide supportive, respectful care.
I’m Joanne Howden-Rich, I work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, via telehealth virtual or in-person appointments.
My work is shaped by personal loss, lived experience, and a belief that mental health care should feel human, not rushed. I care for children, teens, and adults by looking beyond symptoms to understand the whole person. Through medication management, education, and collaboration, I provide supportive, respectful care.
In my 18+ years in the field, I have treated a wide variety of mental health concerns including Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, ADHD, ODD, PTSD, and OCD.
I welcome the diversity of all people and approach everyone as a priority. I encourage a collaborative approach that facilitates clients becoming active participants in their care. As your advocate, I strive to enhance your personal wellbeing through honest and transparent communication. I will do my best to understand you for who you are and for what is important to you. To me, you are not just my client, you are a unique and valuable person, who happens to be my client. In my care, you can be free to be you, and be free to be well. Together, we work to help you get back to who you were meant to be, back to feeling simply whole.
In my 18+ years in the field, I have treated a wide variety of mental health concerns including Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, ADHD, ODD, PTSD, and OCD.
I welcome the diversity of all people and approach everyone as a priority. I encourage a collaborative approach that facilitates clients becoming active participants in their care. As your advocate, I strive to enhance your personal wellbeing through honest and transparent communication. I will do my best to understand you for who you are and for what is important to you. To me, you are not just my client, you are a unique and valuable person, who happens to be my client. In my care, you can be free to be you, and be free to be well. Together, we work to help you get back to who you were meant to be, back to feeling simply whole.
They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, or feeling overwhelmed.
My practice offers outpatient psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults, with a focus on thoughtful medication management and collaborative treatment planning. I work with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and related concerns, always taking time to understand the whole person, not just a diagnosis.
They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, or feeling overwhelmed.
My practice offers outpatient psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults, with a focus on thoughtful medication management and collaborative treatment planning. I work with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and related concerns, always taking time to understand the whole person, not just a diagnosis.
You know that feeling of running on empty but still having to show up? Sleepless nights, racing thoughts, the sense you're falling behind, no matter how hard you try. A version of yourself you barely recognize, between mood swings, lost motivation, and lack of appetite. You’re going through the motions of a life that doesn’t quite feel like yours anymore. You know something has to change. But what? Here’s the truth. You’ve been pushing through longer than you should have been. You don’t have to keep moving in this endless cycle. Change is possible. And you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
You know that feeling of running on empty but still having to show up? Sleepless nights, racing thoughts, the sense you're falling behind, no matter how hard you try. A version of yourself you barely recognize, between mood swings, lost motivation, and lack of appetite. You’re going through the motions of a life that doesn’t quite feel like yours anymore. You know something has to change. But what? Here’s the truth. You’ve been pushing through longer than you should have been. You don’t have to keep moving in this endless cycle. Change is possible. And you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
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I also work with individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety PTSD, grief, and OCD.
BOOk NOW! Accepting New Clients - Lux Telepsychiatry is performed online in the comfort of your home, office, or where you feel most comfortable. We will send your medications directly to your pharmacy of choice. Your visit can be performed from a smartphone, tablet, or computer device with camera capability. Luxury services tailored to your needs. Late weekday and weekend appointments are available to accommodate your needs. DO NOT suffer in silence, help is a call/email away.
I also work with individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety PTSD, grief, and OCD.
BOOk NOW! Accepting New Clients - Lux Telepsychiatry is performed online in the comfort of your home, office, or where you feel most comfortable. We will send your medications directly to your pharmacy of choice. Your visit can be performed from a smartphone, tablet, or computer device with camera capability. Luxury services tailored to your needs. Late weekday and weekend appointments are available to accommodate your needs. DO NOT suffer in silence, help is a call/email away.
I specialize in diagnosing and treating Mood Disorders ( depression, bipolar), Anxiety Disorder (GAD, Panic, PTSD), Substance Use Disorder, and ADD/ADHD disorders using evidence-based interventions and psychopharmacology.
My care approach focuses on treating the whole person, not just symptoms. I use a holistic method, considering mental, emotional, and physical aspects. Through comprehensive assessments, personalized medication management, and tailored therapy, I create a supportive environment to empower clients to achieve their mental health goals and overall well-being.
I specialize in diagnosing and treating Mood Disorders ( depression, bipolar), Anxiety Disorder (GAD, Panic, PTSD), Substance Use Disorder, and ADD/ADHD disorders using evidence-based interventions and psychopharmacology.
My care approach focuses on treating the whole person, not just symptoms. I use a holistic method, considering mental, emotional, and physical aspects. Through comprehensive assessments, personalized medication management, and tailored therapy, I create a supportive environment to empower clients to achieve their mental health goals and overall well-being.
I'm especially comfortable treating depression, anxiety, and integrating care for those with co-occurring hormonal or physical health issues.
I am Malinda Lynch, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I take a compassionate, integrative approach to mental health by blending traditional medicine with holistic strategies. My focus areas include mood disorders, hormone-related mental health concerns, and helping individuals navigate life transitions with greater clarity, balance, and resilience.
I'm especially comfortable treating depression, anxiety, and integrating care for those with co-occurring hormonal or physical health issues.
I am Malinda Lynch, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I take a compassionate, integrative approach to mental health by blending traditional medicine with holistic strategies. My focus areas include mood disorders, hormone-related mental health concerns, and helping individuals navigate life transitions with greater clarity, balance, and resilience.
Life is hard and it’s okay to not be okay. Mental health is Sonia’s passion. She’s here to help and see you thrive.
Life is hard and it’s okay to not be okay. Mental health is Sonia’s passion. She’s here to help and see you thrive.
Laura Huff-Johnson, PMHNP, practices in Minnesota and provides compassionate and evidence-based care to adolescents and adults. Specializing in medication management for mental health and substance use concerns, Laura is dedicated to helping patients regain stability and achieve their wellness goals. Her expertise includes supporting individuals recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals or navigating court-ordered treatments and legal matters, ensuring they receive the care and understanding they need during challenging times.
Laura Huff-Johnson, PMHNP, practices in Minnesota and provides compassionate and evidence-based care to adolescents and adults. Specializing in medication management for mental health and substance use concerns, Laura is dedicated to helping patients regain stability and achieve their wellness goals. Her expertise includes supporting individuals recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals or navigating court-ordered treatments and legal matters, ensuring they receive the care and understanding they need during challenging times.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, mood disorders, stress, and sleep issues.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, sleep problems, or difficulty focusing, and unsure where to start. You want care that feels thoughtful, practical, and judgment-free—not rushed or confusing. Your goal is to feel more balanced, sleep better, manage symptoms, and have a clear plan you can trust. You’re looking for a provider who listens, explains options clearly, and works with you to build skills, confidence, and lasting mental wellness.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, mood disorders, stress, and sleep issues.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, sleep problems, or difficulty focusing, and unsure where to start. You want care that feels thoughtful, practical, and judgment-free—not rushed or confusing. Your goal is to feel more balanced, sleep better, manage symptoms, and have a clear plan you can trust. You’re looking for a provider who listens, explains options clearly, and works with you to build skills, confidence, and lasting mental wellness.
My specialties include Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Mood Disorders, Schizophrenia, Trauma, PTSD, Borderline disorder, OCD, Psychosis, Sleep Disorder, among others.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from the University of North Dakota with a focus on life span. I have invaluable experience working with children, adolescents, and adult psychiatry. I provide medication management and therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual's unique needs
My specialties include Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Mood Disorders, Schizophrenia, Trauma, PTSD, Borderline disorder, OCD, Psychosis, Sleep Disorder, among others.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from the University of North Dakota with a focus on life span. I have invaluable experience working with children, adolescents, and adult psychiatry. I provide medication management and therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual's unique needs
I use an evidence-based, culturally sensitive model of care with my clients. I believe every client has a unique set of needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach. I believe my clients' health needs are better understood when their preference, cultural beliefs are prioritized. using an interdisciplinary approach, we work collaborative with client's preferred health needs to attain a level of care that is individualized and optimal.
Shuri Loveline Nwunasi, APRN, CNP
Board Certified in Minnesota
Clinic Director at Outpatient Psychiatry, based in MN, serves all of MN.
I use an evidence-based, culturally sensitive model of care with my clients. I believe every client has a unique set of needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach. I believe my clients' health needs are better understood when their preference, cultural beliefs are prioritized. using an interdisciplinary approach, we work collaborative with client's preferred health needs to attain a level of care that is individualized and optimal.
Shuri Loveline Nwunasi, APRN, CNP
Board Certified in Minnesota
Clinic Director at Outpatient Psychiatry, based in MN, serves all of MN.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience, I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing treatment through secure telehealth appointments across Minnesota and North Dakota. Together, we'll develop a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your goals and values.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience, I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing treatment through secure telehealth appointments across Minnesota and North Dakota. Together, we'll develop a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your goals and values.
Whether you're dealing with anxious thoughts, phobias, learning difficulties, physical symptoms tied to mental health, depression, grief, or feeling like a dark cloud is always blocking out your light, help is available.
I believe the key to addressing many unwanted feelings and behaviors lies in combining holistic and pharmacological approaches, including modifying one's environment, engaging in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and using medications to address chemical imbalances in the brain.
Whether you're dealing with anxious thoughts, phobias, learning difficulties, physical symptoms tied to mental health, depression, grief, or feeling like a dark cloud is always blocking out your light, help is available.
I believe the key to addressing many unwanted feelings and behaviors lies in combining holistic and pharmacological approaches, including modifying one's environment, engaging in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and using medications to address chemical imbalances in the brain.
I specialize in diagnosing and treating ADHD and also provide care for depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, anxious, or frustrated by patterns that haven’t improved despite your best efforts. Many clients I work with are seeking clarity—especially around ADHD—and want thoughtful, accurate diagnosis and treatment that actually fits their lives. You may want care that feels collaborative, unrushed, and individualized, not cookie-cutter. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, reduce distressing symptoms, and build a path toward improved focus, balance, and overall well-being.
I specialize in diagnosing and treating ADHD and also provide care for depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, anxious, or frustrated by patterns that haven’t improved despite your best efforts. Many clients I work with are seeking clarity—especially around ADHD—and want thoughtful, accurate diagnosis and treatment that actually fits their lives. You may want care that feels collaborative, unrushed, and individualized, not cookie-cutter. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, reduce distressing symptoms, and build a path toward improved focus, balance, and overall well-being.
Looking for a doctor who truly listens, understands your unique challenges, and works to uncover the root causes? Discover a psychiatrist who offers more than just prescriptions- comprehensive evaluations, skill-building talk therapy, lifestyle interventions, and personalized guidance that lead to lasting solutions and a more fulfilling life. Curious to learn more? Well, you've come to the right place!
Looking for a doctor who truly listens, understands your unique challenges, and works to uncover the root causes? Discover a psychiatrist who offers more than just prescriptions- comprehensive evaluations, skill-building talk therapy, lifestyle interventions, and personalized guidance that lead to lasting solutions and a more fulfilling life. Curious to learn more? Well, you've come to the right place!
I help young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, career stress, and burnout become the best versions of themselves.
I am committed to my goal and believe I have the necessary qualities as a successful mental health nurse practitioner. In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
I help young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, career stress, and burnout become the best versions of themselves.
I am committed to my goal and believe I have the necessary qualities as a successful mental health nurse practitioner. In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
We are board-certified in treating Children and Adults. Accepting new Minnesota patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our clients are looking for a holistic approach to proper diagnoses and treatment using the safest prescribing principles in addition to complementary and integrative offerings. Make your appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. Accepting most major insurances plans. Affordable out-of-pocket rates.
We are board-certified in treating Children and Adults. Accepting new Minnesota patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our clients are looking for a holistic approach to proper diagnoses and treatment using the safest prescribing principles in addition to complementary and integrative offerings. Make your appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. Accepting most major insurances plans. Affordable out-of-pocket rates.
In my 36 years of work with individuals, clinicians and students, I am convinced that sorting through feelings of pain, distress or numbness, is best helped by exploring these difficulties with a reflective partner who understands the preciousness of opening up. This partnership can discover and illuminate parts of you, which enhances the unique interplay of your thoughts, feelings and experiences. These discoveries help you develop better tools for a richer life. Private pay. I am a Graduate of Rush Medical School, Northwestern University Medical School-Psychiatry and the Institute for Psychoanalysis- Chicago.
In my 36 years of work with individuals, clinicians and students, I am convinced that sorting through feelings of pain, distress or numbness, is best helped by exploring these difficulties with a reflective partner who understands the preciousness of opening up. This partnership can discover and illuminate parts of you, which enhances the unique interplay of your thoughts, feelings and experiences. These discoveries help you develop better tools for a richer life. Private pay. I am a Graduate of Rush Medical School, Northwestern University Medical School-Psychiatry and the Institute for Psychoanalysis- Chicago.
In 2010, I experienced a significant depressive episode that ultimately led me to change my career path and deepen my commitment to helping others.
I have been a prescribing provider since 1996 and have a wealth of knowledge in many different areas of mental health. As a certified nurse midwife and psychiatric nurse practitioner, I’m equipped to assist women who are suffering with anxiety and depression during pregnancy, as well as those suffering from postpartum issues.
In 2010, I experienced a significant depressive episode that ultimately led me to change my career path and deepen my commitment to helping others.
I have been a prescribing provider since 1996 and have a wealth of knowledge in many different areas of mental health. As a certified nurse midwife and psychiatric nurse practitioner, I’m equipped to assist women who are suffering with anxiety and depression during pregnancy, as well as those suffering from postpartum issues.
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FAQ - Depression Psychiatrists
How can a psychiatrist help with depression?
Depression can be a deeply challenging and often debilitating condition that affects an individual's ability to function in day-to-day life, influencing everything from personal relationships and work performance to motivation, energy levels, and overall emotional well-being. However, psychiatrists can help individuals experiencing depression and related conditions—such as major depressive disorder (MDD), seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and postpartum depression—by providing a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. Psychiatrists who specialize in depression are typically trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities that are proven to support recovery from depressive symptoms, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and interpersonal therapy (IPT).
What can you expect from the treatment process?
The process of working with a psychiatrist usually begins with an evaluation or assessment, which allows the psychiatrist to understand the client’s medical history and current symptoms. This initial assessment serves to help develop a treatment plan and can help the psychiatrist assess whether a client may benefit from medication, talk therapy, or a combination of both. As treatment progresses, psychiatrists continue to monitor the individual’s response to therapy and any prescribed medications; they may also work in collaboration with other mental health professionals on a client's care team, such as therapists, psychologists, or social workers, in order to ensure a client receives coordinated care. In many cases, individuals meet with their psychiatrist on a weekly or biweekly basis for several months or more, which allows enough time to evaluate treatment outcomes and for medications—such as antidepressants—to take full effect. For some clients, particularly those with less severe symptoms or more focused goals, shorter-term therapy may be offered, especially when the psychiatrist is trained in structured approaches like solution-focused therapy or brief therapy models.
How to find the right psychiatrist for depression?
Given the prevalence of depression, many psychiatrists possess considerable experience treating it. Still, it is important to find a provider who is a good personal and clinical fit. Resources like Psychology Today’s online directory make it easy to locate psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in depression and related conditions. The directory includes filters that allow users to search by specialty, cost, location, and identity preferences. When considering a provider, it can be helpful to ask about their specific experience treating depression, their approach to therapy and medication, and whether they offer care in a convenient format—either in-person or via telehealth. 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 significant difference in the effectiveness of care.