Magellan Psychiatrists in Austin, TX
See all psychiatrists in Austin
Jennifer Wood
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC
Verified
Verified
Jennifer Wood received her Licensed Vocational Nursing Degree from Texarkana College in 1998. In 2004 she obtained her Associate of Science Degree in Nursing from Northeast Texas Community College. In 2013 she obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington. In 2018 she completed her Master of Science Degree in Nursing at the University of Alabama-Birmingham, specializing as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner across the lifespan. She is board-certified by the American Nurse Credentialing Center (PMHNP-BC).
Not accepting new clients
Mary-Jane C Warren
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN/BSN, MSN/MBA, PMHNPBC
Verified
Verified
I tend to have a trauma focused approach, which is to say that I specialize in treating humans. I believe it is essential to pay attention to the mind and body as a unified whole ;my goals are to work with patients to achieve their full potential and wellbeing. I have expertise in prescribing medications, but see them as only one part of the larger picture.
Anthony Benoit
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN , PMHNP
Verified
Verified
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.
Greater Austin Psychiatry & Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP
At Greater Austin Psychiatry & Wellness, we understand that mental illness does not define who you are. Much like patients diagnosed with Hypertension or Diabetes, mental illness is not a choice, but a medical condition benefiting from treatment. We believe in considering the entire person, as each aspect is intimately interconnected and relevant to the whole. We offer medication management and wellness services.
Prasanna Sharma - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified
Verified
My name is Prasanna Sharma, and I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a passion for helping individuals overcome mental health challenges. I graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Texas at Arlington and went on to earn a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in psychiatric mental health from the Cizik School of Nursing at UT Health Houston. I have dedicated my career to helping individuals to achieve optimal health and well-being.
Pondworks - Bernard Kim MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am a board certified, general adult psychiatrist, offering medication management--alone or in combination with psychotherapy--for adults. We schedule new patient appointments through a form on our website. Please provide the requested information, and a member of our staff will respond promptly!
Tyson Lippe
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about serving Austinites seeking better mental health – it is achievable. I am a psychiatrist now accepting appointments at Heading, a mental health provider in Austin, TX. To ensure affordability, I accept most health insurance plans. At Heading, we offer telepsychiatry to help treat the most common mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, amongst others. In addition to medication management, we offer innovative treatments for those who have hard-to-treat depression, including Spravato, TMS and intramuscular ketamine. My role is to find the right solution for your individual case.
Roots Behavioral Health
Psychiatrist
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
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.
Edwige Tonye
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
I am a board- certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I am passionate about providing quality, compassionate and comprehensive mental health services to patients dealing with anxiety, depression, substance abuse/ addiction, mood disorders, personality disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, behavioral issues, anger management, mania OCD, PTSD and many more. I possess strong clinical skills and have the ability to build strong connections with patients and families.
Shane McKay
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about serving Austinites in need, and I practiced as a community psychiatrist with the local mental health authority for years before joining the Roots Behavioral Health team in 2020.
Pratikkumar Desai
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Dr. Desai is not only an experienced psychopharmacologist, but also is an enthusiast of neuromodulation techniques and novel treatment approaches. He is a strong advocate of a balanced patient-centered approach using psychotherapeutic interventions.
15 Second Videos
Jennifer Wood
Pondworks - Bernard Kim MD
Tyson Lippe
Edwige Tonye
Robert Robinson
Amy Guerra
Dana Ebeling
Helena Hernandez
Candyce Willis
Joseph Swider
Dr Nadia Bening - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
Chad Johnson
Jessica Batten - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
Jessica Batten - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
Dr Nadia Bening - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry - Cedar Park
Dr Terry Eagan - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
Aaron Cummins
Nelly Okere
JLyle Medical Clinic, PLLC
Brent Turnipseed
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
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.
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.
Robert Robinson
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
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.
Afshan A Khan
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am a UTSW trained Adult and Child/Adolescent psychiatrist providing customized treatment based on individual needs. I am committed to improving the wellness of my patients through a flexible and responsive approach. I specialize in diagnosing and treating depression, mood problems, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and behavioral issues associated with cognitive and developmental delays and other psychiatric illnesses. I am well versed in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy (IPT), family therapy, and psychodynamic psychotherapy (insight-oriented psychotherapy). I'm board certified (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry.
Amy Guerra
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-B
Verified
Verified
Amy Guerra, PMHNP is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner licensed in the state of Texas. She completed her undergraduate and graduate nursing education at The University of Texas Health Science Center. Her experience includes working in the Texas Medical Center in the areas of oncology, organ transplant, psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, crisis stabilization, and forensics.
Dr. Perez @ Evolve Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Are your thought patterns due to ADHD or anxiety? When will that fatigue resolve? Which emotions are based on your upbringing, genetics, brain chemistry, or your recent circumstances? Or is it all just in your head? But even then, how long have you been stuck in this downward spiral? Are medications actually a way out or will they change you for the worse? If you need someone trustworthy to navigate you out of this maze of questions, then contact Evolve Psychiatry today. Our boutique behavior health practice focuses our efforts on people with methods that make their success inevitable. Read more to find out how.
Holistic Health and Psychiatry PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
Verified
Verified
Andrea Yoshiko Carter is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She has experience treating adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, childhood trauma, and bipolar disorder. Andrea has received training in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and is certified in brainspotting.
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.
Dana Ebeling
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
I received my BS in nutrition and dietetics in 1986 from West Virginia University. I graduated Shenandoah University in 1993 with my Associates Degree in nursing. Later I went on to earn a Master of Science in Nursing from Shenandoah University in 2013. I am board-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner as well as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. As a registered nurse for over 25 years, I have provided holistic care to patients in a variety of settings from ICU, acute rehabilitation settings and long-term care.
See more therapy options for
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.
How to find the right Psychiatrist?
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Austin, 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 Austin, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Austin as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Austin). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Austin, 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 Austin, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Austin as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Austin). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.