Eating Disorders Psychiatrists in South Dakota
Hi, I'm a dual-certified Family Practice and Psychiatric nurse practitioner. I feel honored and blessed to walk alongside others on their journey to better health. I have experience in many cultures. I've worked with trafficked children and focused on trauma, education, prevention, and self-sustainability. What is important to me is that the person I see will know they are heard, that they matter, and that this is a mutual partnership in the decision-making process for a plan of care.
Hi, I'm a dual-certified Family Practice and Psychiatric nurse practitioner. I feel honored and blessed to walk alongside others on their journey to better health. I have experience in many cultures. I've worked with trafficked children and focused on trauma, education, prevention, and self-sustainability. What is important to me is that the person I see will know they are heard, that they matter, and that this is a mutual partnership in the decision-making process for a plan of care.
Welcome to Mental Magic Psychiatry! ! My name is Rhonda and I’m glad you are here. My goal is to help you get to your optimal self – whether that is from a holistic perspective, medication management, therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation evaluation & referral, or a combination of all four modalities, I'm ready to meet you where you are. So, come in-office or do a telemedicine visit so we can get you feeling better. Patients in AK, SD, NV, and WY can be cash-pay until insurance is set: NH and WA are coming soon for self-pay.
Welcome to Mental Magic Psychiatry! ! My name is Rhonda and I’m glad you are here. My goal is to help you get to your optimal self – whether that is from a holistic perspective, medication management, therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation evaluation & referral, or a combination of all four modalities, I'm ready to meet you where you are. So, come in-office or do a telemedicine visit so we can get you feeling better. Patients in AK, SD, NV, and WY can be cash-pay until insurance is set: NH and WA are coming soon for self-pay.
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner proud to have been born and raised right here in Rapid City, South Dakota. I work with individuals across the lifespan, offering care that is thoughtful, evidence-based, and grounded in genuine connection. I have a special interest in supporting teens and young adults as they navigate major life transitions—from high school into adulthood, career exploration, and the challenges that come with gaining independence. My approach integrates practical skill-building with an understanding of each person’s unique story, strengths, and goals.
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner proud to have been born and raised right here in Rapid City, South Dakota. I work with individuals across the lifespan, offering care that is thoughtful, evidence-based, and grounded in genuine connection. I have a special interest in supporting teens and young adults as they navigate major life transitions—from high school into adulthood, career exploration, and the challenges that come with gaining independence. My approach integrates practical skill-building with an understanding of each person’s unique story, strengths, and goals.
I am a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who takes a specialized and compassionate approach to understanding ADHD. Over the years, I’ve learned that ADHD doesn’t look the same in everyone — and it’s often overlooked, especially in women, high achievers, and those who’ve learned to mask their symptoms. My goal is to see beyond the surface and recognize the patterns others may miss. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, psychoeducation, and evidence-based medication management tailored to each person’s unique story.
I am a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who takes a specialized and compassionate approach to understanding ADHD. Over the years, I’ve learned that ADHD doesn’t look the same in everyone — and it’s often overlooked, especially in women, high achievers, and those who’ve learned to mask their symptoms. My goal is to see beyond the surface and recognize the patterns others may miss. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, psychoeducation, and evidence-based medication management tailored to each person’s unique story.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and my passion is helping people feel supported, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey. Over the years, I’ve worked in inpatient psychiatry, community mental health, and addiction services, giving me the opportunity to care for individuals from all walks of life and at many different stages of healing.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and my passion is helping people feel supported, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey. Over the years, I’ve worked in inpatient psychiatry, community mental health, and addiction services, giving me the opportunity to care for individuals from all walks of life and at many different stages of healing.
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits in South Dakota for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. We treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning at work, deterring their best social self, or preventing being fully present for loved ones. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment on our website. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable rates-Initial Psychiatric Eval $199, Follow-ups $99. Accepting some insurance plans.
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits in South Dakota for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. We treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning at work, deterring their best social self, or preventing being fully present for loved ones. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment on our website. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable rates-Initial Psychiatric Eval $199, Follow-ups $99. Accepting some insurance plans.
At Elevate Minds Psychiatry, we are passionate about providing compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based psychiatric care for individuals and families across Sioux Falls and throughout South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Washington and now Wisconsin. Our dedicated team of experienced psychiatric providers specializes in comprehensive psychiatric medication management, ADHD treatment, Adult, child and adolescent psychiatry, offering support that meets you where you are and helps you move forward.
We work with children, teens, and adults and take the time to understand the whole person—not just the symptoms.
At Elevate Minds Psychiatry, we are passionate about providing compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based psychiatric care for individuals and families across Sioux Falls and throughout South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Washington and now Wisconsin. Our dedicated team of experienced psychiatric providers specializes in comprehensive psychiatric medication management, ADHD treatment, Adult, child and adolescent psychiatry, offering support that meets you where you are and helps you move forward.
We work with children, teens, and adults and take the time to understand the whole person—not just the symptoms.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 3+ years of experience in community mental health and substance use/chemical dependency and addictions. I provide a broad scope of services including psychiatric evaluation, assessment, and diagnosis, medication management, interpretation of diagnostic results, holistic approaches, psychotherapy. I take pride in involving my patients with their overall treatment plan, goals, and strategies as well as provide the integral part of psychoeducation for optimal patient care. I find joy in working with individuals including young adults, adults, and older adults.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 3+ years of experience in community mental health and substance use/chemical dependency and addictions. I provide a broad scope of services including psychiatric evaluation, assessment, and diagnosis, medication management, interpretation of diagnostic results, holistic approaches, psychotherapy. I take pride in involving my patients with their overall treatment plan, goals, and strategies as well as provide the integral part of psychoeducation for optimal patient care. I find joy in working with individuals including young adults, adults, and older adults.
I have a passion for designing specialized treatment plans tailored to analyzing and caring for the root elements of mental health. My solution based focus and patient orientated treatment style has attained consistent results. I apply an array of treatment modalities supporting the biological, psychological, and social dynamics of mental health.
I have a passion for designing specialized treatment plans tailored to analyzing and caring for the root elements of mental health. My solution based focus and patient orientated treatment style has attained consistent results. I apply an array of treatment modalities supporting the biological, psychological, and social dynamics of mental health.
Root-Cause Psychiatry - Immediate Openings. No Waitlist. Serving SD & MN.
Have you felt rushed or unheard in previous psychiatric care?
At Fusion Psychiatry & Wellness, I offer a different path. Your journey begins with a 90-minute, in-depth evaluation designed to hear your whole story.
My "Fusion" approach looks at all the interconnected pieces of your health to create a personalized plan that makes sense.
I provide compassionate care via telehealth with immediate openings
Root-Cause Psychiatry - Immediate Openings. No Waitlist. Serving SD & MN.
Have you felt rushed or unheard in previous psychiatric care?
At Fusion Psychiatry & Wellness, I offer a different path. Your journey begins with a 90-minute, in-depth evaluation designed to hear your whole story.
My "Fusion" approach looks at all the interconnected pieces of your health to create a personalized plan that makes sense.
I provide compassionate care via telehealth with immediate openings
As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I provide mental health treatment through prescription medications, using evidence-based solutions to treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions. I work with patients across the lifespan, with a particular interest in working with children and adolescents. I value the opportunity to collaborate with individuals and their families, helping them understand their options and confidently make informed decisions.
As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I provide mental health treatment through prescription medications, using evidence-based solutions to treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions. I work with patients across the lifespan, with a particular interest in working with children and adolescents. I value the opportunity to collaborate with individuals and their families, helping them understand their options and confidently make informed decisions.
I offer a space where you can say what cannot be said anywhere else—an unconditional welcome to speak what feels most real, fully and without censorship. Dreams. Fantasies. Memories. Ruptures and traumas. Crises, and all the patterns that return again and again, asking to be heard. This work goes far beyond simply prescribing medication. I aim to be a long-term, trusted partner in your journey toward a more meaningful life. Within the safety of a therapeutic relationship, talk therapy can help you untangle the past, illuminate your inner life, deepen your self-understanding, and open new possibilities for living and relating.
I offer a space where you can say what cannot be said anywhere else—an unconditional welcome to speak what feels most real, fully and without censorship. Dreams. Fantasies. Memories. Ruptures and traumas. Crises, and all the patterns that return again and again, asking to be heard. This work goes far beyond simply prescribing medication. I aim to be a long-term, trusted partner in your journey toward a more meaningful life. Within the safety of a therapeutic relationship, talk therapy can help you untangle the past, illuminate your inner life, deepen your self-understanding, and open new possibilities for living and relating.
I have experience and provide compassionate, individualized care to those with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia/other psychotic disorders, chemical dependency and addictions, and many other spectrums of mental health disorders. In our appointments, I work closely with my clients to come up with an individualized plan that serves not only their mental health needs but also their overall wellness. I take pride in involving my patients with their overall treatment plan, goals, and strategies as well as providing an integral part of psychoeducation for optimal patient care.
I have experience and provide compassionate, individualized care to those with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia/other psychotic disorders, chemical dependency and addictions, and many other spectrums of mental health disorders. In our appointments, I work closely with my clients to come up with an individualized plan that serves not only their mental health needs but also their overall wellness. I take pride in involving my patients with their overall treatment plan, goals, and strategies as well as providing an integral part of psychoeducation for optimal patient care.
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FAQ - Eating Disorders Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with eating disorders?
Eating disorders are a group of serious mental health conditions characterized by disruptions in normal eating patterns and persistent negative thoughts related to body image and weight. Common eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). While many people experience occasional concerns about food or body image, eating disorders are distinct in that they significantly impair physical health and daily functioning. Psychiatrists and other mental health professionals play an important role in supporting recovery by helping individuals with eating disorders manage distressing thoughts and emotions while also promoting physical healing, including weight restoration when necessary.
How do psychiatrists treat eating disorders?
Psychiatric care typically begins with a comprehensive assessment to evaluate the individual's symptoms, medical status, and overall needs. This evaluation helps determine the most appropriate level of care. In some cases, a psychiatrist may recommend a higher level of support—such as inpatient hospitalization, residential treatment, or an intensive outpatient program (IOP)—to first stabilize physical health and ensure safety before transitioning to outpatient psychiatric care. Once medically stable, clients can work with a psychiatrist on longer-term mental health goals, including managing mood, reducing distressing thoughts, and supporting sustainable recovery.
Psychiatrists who specialize in eating disorders are trained in both psychiatric evaluation and medication management. Although there are no medications that specifically treat eating disorders, psychiatrists may prescribe medications—such as antidepressants—to address symptoms like anxiety, depression, or obsessive thinking that often co-occur with or contribute to disordered eating behaviors. Some psychiatrists may offer psychotherapy themselves, though they often collaborate with a broader care team that includes therapists, dietitians, and primary care providers, each offering complementary support throughout the recovery process.
Psychiatrists who specialize in eating disorders are trained in both psychiatric evaluation and medication management. Although there are no medications that specifically treat eating disorders, psychiatrists may prescribe medications—such as antidepressants—to address symptoms like anxiety, depression, or obsessive thinking that often co-occur with or contribute to disordered eating behaviors. Some psychiatrists may offer psychotherapy themselves, though they often collaborate with a broader care team that includes therapists, dietitians, and primary care providers, each offering complementary support throughout the recovery process.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in eating disorders?
Because not all psychiatrists are trained to treat eating disorders, it is important to seek a provider with relevant expertise. The Psychology Today online directory allows users to search for psychiatrists with experience in treating eating disorders. When reaching out to a potential provider, it's helpful to ask about their experience treating your specific diagnosis, how they integrate medication and therapy into treatment, and how they coordinate care with other treatment team members. Also consider practical factors such as appointment availability, telehealth options, and insurance coverage to ensure a good fit.