Psychiatrists in Philadelphia, PA
Anthony R Carlino
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Johns Hopkins and University of Pennsylvania trained psychiatrist offering both psychotherapy and medication management. I have extensive experience in treating individuals who struggle with anxiety and/or emotional challenges, in addition to life transitions, professional development, and relationship difficulties. Most of my patients seek care with me to receive psychotherapy with the option of medications (if appropriate) under a single provider in a discrete private practice setting. I also work with couples seeking relationship counseling.
Harshasu Barot
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified
Dr. Barot is a board-certified adult psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry. He has practiced in a variety of settings, both inpatient and outpatient, encompassing both rural and urban populations. Dr. Barot's practice focuses primarily on medication management. Typically, he offers this in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. However, occasionally Dr. Barot may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best possible outcomes.
Dr. Sam Seplow
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified
My passion is helping people with DEPRESSION. I want my patients to feel empowered because their symptoms leave them feeling powerless. One of my most important roles as a psychiatrist is to instill hope for my patients. Depression is treatable, and with TMS therapy along with medication management, we have even more options for patients who struggle.
Jessica Plocher
Psychiatric Nurse, CRNP
Verified
I am currently scheduling new patients for initial psychiatric evaluations and medication management. We additionally have psychotherapists (within our network at Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates) whom we collaborate with if indicated. I have over a decade of experience working in the mental health field, including working as a mental health resource specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital (2003-2008), The Johns Hopkins Hospital in both clinical and supervisor roles (2009-2012) and have instructed at The University of Pennsylvania (where I completed my training including certification to prescribe psychiatric medications).
Chioma Ugo-Ogbuewu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Most patients I have encountered in a mental health capacity have issues that affect their regular activities of daily living. Which is when most patients begin to seek help. Not being able to accomplish those daily tasks that we will normally complete without any prompting can be very debilitating both mentally and physically.
Gregory Salmon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
My philosophy of care as a psych nurse practitioners direct me toward diagnose and treating mental illness through psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, case management, and clinical supervision. I as a provider function independently to meet patient care needs within my scope of practice. Psychiatric Nursing to me is all about the relationship you establish with your patients, understanding them from their perspective and asking them what they think is going on with their health or what has been changing in their body and mind.
SinclairMethod
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
We provide the Sinclair Method for Alcohol Use Disorders exclusively through secure online video appointments. It is a scientific approach to problem-drinking that uses the FDA-approved drug Naltrexone to gradually reduce your alcohol use.
Rachel Reis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP
Verified
Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates offers virtual and in-office appts. As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, my goal is to facilitate overall wellness and quality of life for those struggling with their mental health, through the application of evidence-based interventions including medication management and supportive psychotherapy. Fundamental to my practice is truly listening to what an individual is communicating, relieving them of their burden of struggling alone. I strive for a genuine partnership in treatment, encouraging individuals to take an active role in their care, facilitating resilience and growth.
David L. Fink
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
How do we sort out problems of living? How do we formulate who we are and who we want to become? How do we develop loving satisfying relationships? How much are these questions of the mind and to what extent are they about the biology of our brains? As a psychiatrist, these are the questions that have shaped my clinical practice for over 25 years.
Spark TMS Therapy Philadelphia
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is an FDA-Approved (2008) treatment for patients suffering from treatment resistant major depression, offering an alternative to treatment resistant medication. TMS is covered by most insurance providers, including Medicare. The TMS protocol offered at Spark TMS is established for the patient under the direct supervision of Andrew Peshek, M.D. Dr. Peshek has over 15 years of experience in the field of psychiatry. He obtained his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio, and then completed his residency and fellowship at The University of Pennsylvania.
Tracey Jones, M.D. - PsychPhilly
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Getting well (and staying well) is a multi-layered process that encompasses the health of the mind, body, and spirit. We at PsychPhilly endorse a "team approach" to wellness. We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with other healthcare providers to establish and optimize wellness plans for those seeking care. Few of us can accomplish everything by ourselves.
Marja Elina Mattila-Evenden
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified
Hi! My name is Marja Evenden, and I practice psychiatry in Philadelphia area. After a long hospital career, I am currently growing my private practice. I would like to offer my extensive professional training to help you to feel better and to improve your quality of life, and to help you to thrive. My special interests: diagnostic work up, biological psychiatry, and personalized medicine/care but naturally I am well rounded to master the whole spectrum of psychiatric treatments. The topic of my Ph.D. work was benzodiazepines, and their actions and interactions with other centrally active medications on human skilled performance
Allen Masry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
I am Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and have been practicing since 2005. I completed my residency from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts and my Fellowship in Addictions from the Robert Johnson Wood Foundation. In 2014, I was featured in SJ Magazine as one of New Jersey’s top psychiatrists. I have experience working with adults as well as adolescents suffering from both psychiatric diagnosis and substance use disorders and have extensive experience working in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
Jonathan A Beatty
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Accepting new patients treatment-resistant depression with TMS and Spravato/ketamine. We continue to offer harm reduction and medication options to meet your goals when struggling w/ substance dependence. Triple-board certified and provide a comprehensive medical approach and psychotherapy. Extensive experience treating the most complex issues that you are facing. I will help you to break down these issues and identify recurring themes that may be the barriers to your mental and physical wellness. Addiction is a medical disorder not a moral failure; together we will address the neurobiology of addiction AND its psychological impact.
Dr. Huma Mahmood
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified
I am Double Board Certified in Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatry. I also specialize in Dual Diagnosis and Addiction Medicine. Coming from a family of physicians, I understand the importance of treating the whole person and practicing informed care. I completed a post-doctoral program at a three-year general psychiatric residency. Throughout my schooling, I focused on Psychiatry and Neurology to gain a deeper understanding of the brain and its impact. During my residency, I was nominated and served as the Cheif Resident. I have extensive experience working with people of all ages in both outpatient and in-patient settings.
David M. Lee
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Do you feel worried, stressed, or stuck by a particular issue or in general? Have you noticed a pattern of experiences in life that you'd like help with? Does it affect your work or relationships? Have you had other treatments that have left you feeling that some underlying issue has not been fully addressed? Empathic and kind listening & exploration, alongside personal experience & growth may be necessary. My patients tend to be intelligent & sensitive, but come in struggling or unhappy in their lives. They have become aware of the same issues presenting over & over again.
Marlene Chelso
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, MSN, PMHCNS
Verified
I have had a private medication management practice for 21 years in several locations; am currently licensed in Connecticut and New Jersey, but am able to do telehealth wherever you are located. My experience is in multiple settings: inpatient, outpatient, and crisis intervention. I have also served as a consultant to patients with mental health concerns in a neurology practice and in an HIV clinic. I have held faculty positions at several universities, and currently serve as an associate professor at UPENN's School of Nursing.
Voyage Healing PC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Voyage Healing is a unique Ketamine and Psychedelic -Assisted Therapy clinic in East Falls, opening November 15th, 2021. Founded by Dr. Gail Serruya, a psychiatrist with over 15 years experience in psychotherapy, Voyage Healing is building a team of therapists to offer Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, bipolar depression, and PTSD. While many Ketamine clinics are set-up in a sterile way, with little preparation for the actual Ketamine experience, we offer a warm and therapeutic milieu. We are focused on tailoring our treatment to best help you reach your individual goals.
Lauren Pearson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, BC
Verified
Adult client struggling with depression, anxiety, insomnia, possibly undiagnosed Bipolar illness. They recognize their symptoms but feel intimidated to ask for help. They want to manage their symptoms to improve their day to day functioning. They want to improve their outlook on life and improve their personal relationships. They want to have more energy and be more physically active and healthy.
Chris Pagnani MD PC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Founder and Medical Director of Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates - a network of over 20 psychiatric providers that are academically focused and utilize evidence based practice. In-office (Philadelphia, and The Main Line in Paoli, PA) and virtual Telehealth psychiatric appointments. We treat anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and ADHD. Child and adolescent psychiatric appointments. Fee for service practice, treating moderate levels of psychiatric illness for safety purposes (we do not have admitting privileges or a 24 hour emergency line). Board Certified and licensed in PA, NJ, NY, MD, DE, FL, CA. Visit www.RittenhousePA.com.
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in Philadelphia is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Philadelphia Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in Philadelphia has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Philadelphia, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Philadelphia Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in Philadelphia is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Philadelphia Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in Philadelphia has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Philadelphia, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Philadelphia Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
How to find the right Psychiatrist?
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Philadelphia, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Philadelphia, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Philadelphia as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Philadelphia). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Philadelphia, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Philadelphia, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Philadelphia as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Philadelphia). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.