Transgender Psychiatrists in Austin, TX
ADHD evaluations and treatment are available with same-week online appointments for new patients. Are anxiety, mood changes, or difficulty focusing making everyday life feel overwhelming? You deserve care that helps you feel heard, understood, and supported. I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy for patients ages 10–65.
ADHD evaluations and treatment are available with same-week online appointments for new patients. Are anxiety, mood changes, or difficulty focusing making everyday life feel overwhelming? You deserve care that helps you feel heard, understood, and supported. I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy for patients ages 10–65.
ADHD Testing Available! No waiting; New patients seen the same week; I work with individuals experiencing ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, mood changes, OCD, panic attacks, psychosis, insomnia, and other mental health concerns. As a Board Certified PMNHP with over 13 years of medical experience, I understand how deeply mental health challenges can affect your relationships, work, sleep, and everyday life.
ADHD Testing Available! No waiting; New patients seen the same week; I work with individuals experiencing ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, mood changes, OCD, panic attacks, psychosis, insomnia, and other mental health concerns. As a Board Certified PMNHP with over 13 years of medical experience, I understand how deeply mental health challenges can affect your relationships, work, sleep, and everyday life.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of psychiatric nursing experience, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adolescents and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and stress-related conditions. My approach is holistic, personalized, and collaborative, combining medication management, supportive therapy, and patient education in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered in their healing journey. I am currently licensed to provide care in Texas, Oregon, and Washington.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of psychiatric nursing experience, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adolescents and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and stress-related conditions. My approach is holistic, personalized, and collaborative, combining medication management, supportive therapy, and patient education in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered in their healing journey. I am currently licensed to provide care in Texas, Oregon, and Washington.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! Appointment within a week are available including AFTERNOONS, EVENINGS, WEEKDAYS only. At Zenith Psychiatry, we specialize in kids, Adolescent and Adult mental health. We provide Compassionate, Safe, and Evidence Based Care. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health which involves addressing your emotional, mental, physical and spiritual health needs. We will work with you to individualize your treatment plan and treat you in a Safe, Caring and non-judgmental matter
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! Appointment within a week are available including AFTERNOONS, EVENINGS, WEEKDAYS only. At Zenith Psychiatry, we specialize in kids, Adolescent and Adult mental health. We provide Compassionate, Safe, and Evidence Based Care. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health which involves addressing your emotional, mental, physical and spiritual health needs. We will work with you to individualize your treatment plan and treat you in a Safe, Caring and non-judgmental matter
ADHD Evaluation and Testing available: New patients are seen within a week. Are you struggling to focus, keep up with responsibilities, or feel in control of your emotions? Maybe anxiety is affecting your relationships, depression is making work or school harder, or changes in your mood are keeping you from feeling like yourself. You don’t have to keep pushing through it alone.
ADHD Evaluation and Testing available: New patients are seen within a week. Are you struggling to focus, keep up with responsibilities, or feel in control of your emotions? Maybe anxiety is affecting your relationships, depression is making work or school harder, or changes in your mood are keeping you from feeling like yourself. You don’t have to keep pushing through it alone.
Are you having trouble living your fullest life due to anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar/psychotic disorders, substance use disorders or other behavioral health issues? Whether you are seeking the diagnosis/treatment for the first time or looking for better/alternate care, I would like to partner with you and be the driving force to improve your health and achieve your goals while considering your unique needs. My core philosophy for patient care is partnering and empowering them with the options and knowledge necessary to get the best results from the treatment provided.
Are you having trouble living your fullest life due to anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar/psychotic disorders, substance use disorders or other behavioral health issues? Whether you are seeking the diagnosis/treatment for the first time or looking for better/alternate care, I would like to partner with you and be the driving force to improve your health and achieve your goals while considering your unique needs. My core philosophy for patient care is partnering and empowering them with the options and knowledge necessary to get the best results from the treatment provided.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADHD screening available; new patients seen in a week. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Struggling to think clearly? Scared of losing control — or even afraid of losing your job, relationships, or sense of self? Dr. Odiri Akushe is a doctoral-prepared, licensed, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who offers a safe, supportive space where you don’t have to carry everything alone. She provides comprehensive care that includes medication management and CBT for individuals navigating challenges such as ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, PTSD, insomnia, schizophrenia, and substance use concerns.
ADHD screening available; new patients seen in a week. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Struggling to think clearly? Scared of losing control — or even afraid of losing your job, relationships, or sense of self? Dr. Odiri Akushe is a doctoral-prepared, licensed, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who offers a safe, supportive space where you don’t have to carry everything alone. She provides comprehensive care that includes medication management and CBT for individuals navigating challenges such as ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, PTSD, insomnia, schizophrenia, and substance use concerns.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
Sometimes just getting through the day can be a challenge, but it doesn't have to be. I offer deep healing that gets to the root of your mental health problems, life stressors, or neurodivergence so you can feel more like yourself and reclaim your joy. Perhaps you have tried numerous different doctors and medications with no luck? To help you feel your best, I begin by learning your story, beliefs, nutrition, and lifestyle. This is to create a comprehensive and holistic treatment plan that can include: nutraceuticals, supplements, medication, and non-medication approaches to help realize the inner power of who you really are.
Sometimes just getting through the day can be a challenge, but it doesn't have to be. I offer deep healing that gets to the root of your mental health problems, life stressors, or neurodivergence so you can feel more like yourself and reclaim your joy. Perhaps you have tried numerous different doctors and medications with no luck? To help you feel your best, I begin by learning your story, beliefs, nutrition, and lifestyle. This is to create a comprehensive and holistic treatment plan that can include: nutraceuticals, supplements, medication, and non-medication approaches to help realize the inner power of who you really are.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
ADD/ ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), Medication Management, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Sleep, Insomnia, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum (including postpartum depression), Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Infidelity, Divorce, Marital and Premarital Challenges, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Life Transitions, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Mood Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Life Coaching, Behavioral Issues, Grief, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders.
If anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or mood swings have been taking a toll on your daily life, it can feel hard to regain a sense of control. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I work with individuals across the lifespan who want more than just symptom relief, they want real change. Whether you’re struggling with sleep, stress, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or substance use, my goal is to help you understand what’s happening and guide you toward feeling more balanced, confident, and in control again.
If anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or mood swings have been taking a toll on your daily life, it can feel hard to regain a sense of control. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I work with individuals across the lifespan who want more than just symptom relief, they want real change. Whether you’re struggling with sleep, stress, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or substance use, my goal is to help you understand what’s happening and guide you toward feeling more balanced, confident, and in control again.
If you or your child are struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, attention difficulties, or sleep concerns, you’re not alone—and support can make a real difference. Mental health challenges can affect daily life, relationships, school, and work. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to better understand what they’re experiencing and help them move toward greater stability, clarity, and well-being through thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to their unique needs and goals.
If you or your child are struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, attention difficulties, or sleep concerns, you’re not alone—and support can make a real difference. Mental health challenges can affect daily life, relationships, school, and work. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to better understand what they’re experiencing and help them move toward greater stability, clarity, and well-being through thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to their unique needs and goals.
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How can psychiatrists help transgender individuals?
Transgender individuals experience significantly higher rates of anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health challenges. These disparities may be rooted in systemic issues such as barriers to accessing supportive healthcare. Many transgender people also experience gender dysphoria—emotional distress arising from a mismatch between their gender identity and the sex assigned at birth—which can impact mental health as well. These unique challenges often require care from mental health professionals who are knowledgeable and experienced in working with transgender clients. Supportive treatment is crucial for improving psychological well-being and fostering resilience in the face of ongoing stressors.
What does treatment look like for transgender clients?
Psychiatrists with expertise in transgender mental health possess a deep understanding of gender identity, the emotional and social aspects of transitioning, and how marginalization affects psychological health. They may prescribe medication for psychiatric conditions if necessary and ensure that such medications are compatible with any concurrent hormone treatment. Many psychiatrists also integrate or recommend evidence-based behavioral therapies to transgender clients. Approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or other trauma-informed care interventions can help transgender individuals process trauma, manage dysphoria, and develop coping strategies to navigate life challenges. Therapy may also support identity development, improve self-esteem, and strengthen social support systems.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in transgender mental health?
The Psychology Today directory is a valuable tool for locating psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in transgender mental health. The platform allows users to filter by clinical focus and provider identity. When reviewing provider profiles, look for inclusive language and explicit mention of transgender-specific experience. It may also be helpful to ask potential providers about their experience supporting transition-related care, whether they can assist with letters for gender-affirming treatments, and how they collaborate with other members of a care team. Practical considerations—such as appointment availability, telehealth options, and insurance acceptance—are also important when choosing a provider.