Depression Psychiatrists in Austin, TX
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Ghadeer Okayli
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am Dr. Ghadeer Okayli, an adult psychiatrist in Central Austin,Tx. I have 22years of experience in treating adults with a large spectrum of psychiatric conditions like
Depression
, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and ADHD to mention a few. I was privileged to be trained in top psychiatric programs, by world renowned psychiatrists and researchers like Drs. Herbert Y Meltzer, Joe Calabrese, Brian Roth, Ned Kalin, and others. The training provided a strong foundation to build my practice on. I have continued to consult with my mentors throughout the past 22years. I am equipped with state of the art knowledge.
Laura Katie Maxwell - Maxwell Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
My primary goal is to create an environment where you feel safe, accepted, and understood. I am an adult psychiatrist offering treatment with both medications and psychotherapy. Medications can be helpful, but medicine is never the sole answer to our problems. As a psychiatrist who also does psychotherapy, I will work collaboratively with you to develop a treatment plan which includes the role of physical activity, relationships, nutrition and work/life balance. I treat adults with
depression
, anxiety disorders (including generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder), mood disorders, and ADHD.
Deena Velazquez Dong
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP-, BC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Specializing in treatment for
Depression
, Anxiety, ADHD, ADHD testing, Insomnia, and Women's Health (Fertility challenges, Pregnancy, Postpartum).
Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, and often at your wits' end? Struggling to be your best self in your career, educational pursuit, or family life (spouse/partner/parent)? Difficulty staying focused, making careless mistakes, racing thoughts, or trouble turning your brain off at night? Finding yourself feeling guilty or ashamed of constantly feeling on edge, irritable, or lashing out at others? Exhausted, unmotivated, sad, and just 'meh' about things? Let's talk about getting you back on track to being your optimal self.
Roots Behavioral Health
Psychiatrist
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
We specialize in managing a wide range of psychiatric concerns including anxiety,
depression
, attention deficit disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, women's issues and psychosis.
We provide comprehensive behavioral health care for adults in Central Texas. Roots Behavioral Health serves to meet the psychiatric needs of the growing Austin population. Our practitioners collaborate to offer therapeutic interventions including medication management and various therapy approaches to aid an individual's mental health.
Joseph Swider
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Joe Swider is a Georgetown trained psychiatrist with over 20 yrs of experience in treating the most challenging mental health issues, and has had over 15 yrs of inpatient experience. Specialties include treatment refractory
depression
and anxiety, which may include PTSD or OCD. Outside of the office, Dr. Swider enjoys an active life, to include skiing, biking and scuba diving.
Meredith Tompkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Clients with
depression
, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, dementia, intellectual disability, and other issues have worked with me.
Psychiatric evaluation and medication management in Austin with a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I'm a provider that takes a thorough assessment, and treats you as more than a diagnosis. We partner to address mental health concerns and tailor medication to individual, particular needs. Your therapist is welcome to coordinate with me to optimize overall treatment. I am in-network with Blue Cross, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Optum/United. Out of pocket fee: $300/first session, $180/follow-up.
Brent Turnipseed
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
We address and help treat the most common psychiatric conditions: anxiety,
depression
, bipolar disorder, OCD, and PTSD, among others.
At Roots Behavioral Health, access to care and affordability of care are our touchstone values. I co-founded Roots with the goal of honoring these values in our community. By using a model of working with physician assistants, we are able to help more people in need. And to make care more affordable, our clinics accept most forms of commercial health insurance. As our Medical Director, I'm continually striving to elevate our standard of care.
Elisa Hilario
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Elisa Hilario is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who received her Master's of Science in Nursing in 2018 from the University of Texas at Austin and Bachelor's of Science in Biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Prior to practicing in outpatient care, Elisa worked in long-term care diagnosing and treating adults with major
depression
, bipolar disorder, anxiety, schizophrenia, and dementia.
Uzo Onyekwelu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
I treat ages 16 years and above with various mental health conditions such as
depression
, anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorder, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar etc. I come from a family of many medical professionals. I will listen to you and come up with a treatment plan to help you get better. We will also focus on other aspects of your life that may impact your mental health. Whatever the situation or circumstances, you should never feel alone. I assist by providing support and promoting healing. I also provide supportive psychotherapy and focus on your strengths in treatment. Appointments are telehealth.
Waitlist for new clients
Amanda Corley Sisul
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Visit my website www.BloomWellPsych.com for more details and appointment requests! Emotional issues can happen to anyone. It does not matter how much money you make, how attractive or intelligent you are, or whether you had a great childhood or not. If you've been struggling with
depression
, anxiety, mood instability or other psychological stressors, I’m here to tell you you're not alone. If your mental health has deterred you from pursuing your dreams or has simply made life unenjoyable, I would love to help you! Don't let mental illness prevent you from living an enjoyable, connected, well-rounded life.
Jim Halgrimson
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Dr. Halgrimson is a Board-Certified Baylor Trained Psychiatrist who is proud to serve adolescents and adults. Dr. Halgrimson treats a wide range of mental health conditions, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),
depression
, anxiety, and other cognitive conditions. Dr. Halgrimson is published in a number of peer-reviewed scientific journals, including the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, and has served as President of the Austin Psychiatric Society. Dr. Halgrimson loves Austin, the people here, and enjoys spending time with his friends and family.
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Austin Family Mental Health
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
We provide professional care for the full spectrum of psychiatric disorders. Our goal is to treat Mental Health Disorders with "as few medications as possible and as much good, professional therapy to address the issues at the source." Austin Family Mental Health provides holistic psychiatric care with a primary focus on medication management specializing in the management of
depression
, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, schizophrenia, substance abuse disorders, and more.
Magdalene Rozmiarek
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My professional areas of interests include
depression
, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, mood disorders, substance use disorders, trauma, and ADHD.
Accepting new patients and immediate openings available. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who embraces a holistic approach with the use of evidence-based medication management, complimentary treatments, and lifestyle changes to achieve your goals. I embrace a safe, compassionate, non-discriminatory and culturally centered approach to care. My aim is to create a nurturing environment that allows you to be heard so we can create a treatment plan together.
Dr. Lynn Spillar
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am a Psychiatrist and have been providing mental health services for 20 years in outpatient and in home settings. I see Individuals ages 18-62 and address ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,
Depression
, Mood Disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I am focused on providing thoughtful and individualized care, integrating pharmacotherapy with individual psychotherapy. I believe a comprehensive understanding of one's experiences helps in leading a brave authentic life, and I am dedicated to helping my patients find this.
Yvonne Joseph
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Yvonne. Are you struggling with Anxiety,
Depression
, Bipolar, OCD, Schizophrenia, Mood swings, Eating disorder, ADHD, Insomnia, Trauma/PTSD, Personality disorder, or substance abuse? I am here for you and I care!
Robert Robinson
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
After practicing psychiatry for over twenty years, I enjoy such areas as
depression
, anxiety, bipolar, and schizophrenia.
I graduated from medical school in Texas. I am board certified in ophthalmology and psychiatry. I was an eye surgeon for twenty years. I had to have emergency heart surgery. I was in surgery for seven hours. After long recovery I was left with hand tremor. As a result I could not do surgery, and I had to retire. After six months I was going crazy with boredom. I enrolled in a local university and took psychology courses for fun. I liked the psychology courses, and the department convinced me to enter their master program.
Ian M Crooks
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I treat a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including: anxiety disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder,
depression
and panic disorders.
Your health and well-being matter. If you have been struggling with mental, emotional or behavioral challenges, it can be helpful to meet with a psychiatrist for a comprehensive and thorough evaluation, as well discuss treatment recommendations that will get you back on the path to feeling and functioning as you need and want to be. As a physician, I work in a collaborative and caring manner, listening to your concerns and supporting you along the way as you set out on your path to improved health and well-being. Your life matters, and as your doctor, it is my responsibility to be available, accessible and helpful to you.
Kathie Bolles
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified
Verified
I work with adults from 18 - 60 years old treating
depression
, anxiety, bipolar, post-traumatic stress, addiction, and more.
I am an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Austin, Texas. As an PMHNP, I provide both medication managment and psychotherapy and coaching services. I am committed to providing extraordinary, comprehensive care and have a warm, welcoming, and authentic approach. I relate to you as a human being not as a disease or set of symptoms. I suppose you could call that my "bedside manner." I firmly believe that this approach is key to being able to develop a trusting relationship with me, your partner in having the life you desire and deserve. I see patients via tele-session and/or face to face.
Anthony Benoit
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN , PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Today, Tony has developed valuable educational and clinical experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders that include anxiety,
depression
, PTSD, mood disorders, and more.
Anthony Tony Benoit is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (APRN, PMHNP-BC) who attended Louisiana State University Health Science Center School of Nursing where he received his bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN). Upon graduation, he moved to Austin, Texas where he spent the next 7 years working at Brackenridge Hospital. In 2013, as his passion for mental health grew, he made the decision to transition to the psychiatric field of nursing, helping to reopen the Austin Oaks Hospital located in south Austin.
Dr. Ronil Shah
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Shah is welcoming new patients for video appointments. As a Board-certified M.D. psychiatrist, he specializes in assessing and treating anxiety,
depression
, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD and other psychiatric issues. A holistic provider, he combines non-pharmacologic approaches - including psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy - in addition to medication. He utilizes such therapeutic modalities in medication management appointments as well as dedicated therapy sessions. Consequently, patients benefit from well-integrated treatment that is both systematic and thorough.
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Depression Psychiatrists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.
About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in Austin is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin, 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. Austin Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in Austin is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin, 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. Austin Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.