Depression Psychiatrists in Lago Vista, TX
She specializes in ADHD, Treatment-Resistant Depression with Spravato & TMS, Anxiety, Memory and Cognitive Concerns, Sleep Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, and Medication Management.
Continuity matters. With Dr. Thangada, you see the same physician every visit — not whoever's available that day. Every appointment includes a full evaluation, medication review, and treatment plan. Children, teens, adults, parents, retirees (10–85+). ADHD, anxiety, depression, sleep, bipolar, TRD with Spravato and TMS.
She specializes in ADHD, Treatment-Resistant Depression with Spravato & TMS, Anxiety, Memory and Cognitive Concerns, Sleep Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, and Medication Management.
Continuity matters. With Dr. Thangada, you see the same physician every visit — not whoever's available that day. Every appointment includes a full evaluation, medication review, and treatment plan. Children, teens, adults, parents, retirees (10–85+). ADHD, anxiety, depression, sleep, bipolar, TRD with Spravato and TMS.
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I am a double-board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist specializing in depression, anxiety, eating disorders, OCD, ADHD, second opinion evaluations, and complex cases. My experiences in research, teaching, expert witness work, and patient care, combined with my diverse clinical exposure, allow me to provide comprehensive and tailored care to my patients. In my spare time, I enjoy teaching Zumba and yoga classes.
I am a double-board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist specializing in depression, anxiety, eating disorders, OCD, ADHD, second opinion evaluations, and complex cases. My experiences in research, teaching, expert witness work, and patient care, combined with my diverse clinical exposure, allow me to provide comprehensive and tailored care to my patients. In my spare time, I enjoy teaching Zumba and yoga classes.
She specializes in ADHD, Treatment-Resistant Depression with Spravato & TMS, Anxiety, Memory and Cognitive Concerns, Sleep Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, and Medication Management.
Most patients arrive with more than one concern. Dr. Thangada addresses them in a single visit when possible — sleep tied to anxiety, side effects masking depression, ADHD complicated by mood. Children, teens, adults, parents, retirees (10–85+). ADHD, anxiety, depression, sleep, bipolar, TRD with Spravato and TMS.
She specializes in ADHD, Treatment-Resistant Depression with Spravato & TMS, Anxiety, Memory and Cognitive Concerns, Sleep Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, and Medication Management.
Most patients arrive with more than one concern. Dr. Thangada addresses them in a single visit when possible — sleep tied to anxiety, side effects masking depression, ADHD complicated by mood. Children, teens, adults, parents, retirees (10–85+). ADHD, anxiety, depression, sleep, bipolar, TRD with Spravato and TMS.
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.
My comprehensive and holistic approach involves integrating medications, therapy, supplements, lifestyle adjustments, and mindfulness practices. Together, we'll create a tailored mental health plan that not only alleviates your symptoms but addresses the root cause, empowering you to lead a life that's confident, resilient, purposeful, and deeply fulfilling.
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.
My comprehensive and holistic approach involves integrating medications, therapy, supplements, lifestyle adjustments, and mindfulness practices. Together, we'll create a tailored mental health plan that not only alleviates your symptoms but addresses the root cause, empowering you to lead a life that's confident, resilient, purposeful, and deeply fulfilling.
Ashley Vu, PA-C, is originally from Amarillo, Texas. She earned her undergraduate degree in Neuroscience from The University of Texas at Austin and completed her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at South University. Ashley’s clinical interests include destigmatizing mental health, empowering patients in their recovery, and providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s needs. Outside of medicine, she enjoys going to concerts, bouldering, and spending time outdoors with her dog.
Ashley Vu, PA-C, is originally from Amarillo, Texas. She earned her undergraduate degree in Neuroscience from The University of Texas at Austin and completed her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at South University. Ashley’s clinical interests include destigmatizing mental health, empowering patients in their recovery, and providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s needs. Outside of medicine, she enjoys going to concerts, bouldering, and spending time outdoors with her dog.
Whether you are dealing with a chronic psychiatric condition or seeking care for the first time it can be a daunting task to navigate today's mental health care system. I strongly believe that the most important thing to do when meeting with a patient for the first time is to listen carefully and empathically. Though medications are often an important part of a patient's treatment plan, I strive to use them judiciously and will take the time to explain my rationale for the specific medication I may recommend as part of your care.
Whether you are dealing with a chronic psychiatric condition or seeking care for the first time it can be a daunting task to navigate today's mental health care system. I strongly believe that the most important thing to do when meeting with a patient for the first time is to listen carefully and empathically. Though medications are often an important part of a patient's treatment plan, I strive to use them judiciously and will take the time to explain my rationale for the specific medication I may recommend as part of your care.
Carol Chisanga is a Board-Certified Psychiatric/Behavioral health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC-APRN-CNP) with over 13 years of clinical experience in a critical and mental health care environment. Carol takes a holistic, collaborative approach to create an effective, individually tailored treatment plan. This enhances positive mental and physical health outcomes across the continuum
My approach to providing care involves a nonjudgmental patient centered approach, holistic in nature to address all aspects of a person including mind, body and spirit.
Carol Chisanga is a Board-Certified Psychiatric/Behavioral health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC-APRN-CNP) with over 13 years of clinical experience in a critical and mental health care environment. Carol takes a holistic, collaborative approach to create an effective, individually tailored treatment plan. This enhances positive mental and physical health outcomes across the continuum
My approach to providing care involves a nonjudgmental patient centered approach, holistic in nature to address all aspects of a person including mind, body and spirit.
I believe that excellence in psychiatry requires constant refinement. That is why I practice within a unique clinical model that dedicates hundreds of hours each year to advanced training and supervision. While many providers work in a silo, I refine my clinical skills weekly under the mentorship of expert psychotherapists. This commitment to 'continuous excellence' allows me to offer you a level of care that is rare in outpatient settings—blending the safety of expert medical oversight with the nuance of depth-oriented therapy.
I believe that excellence in psychiatry requires constant refinement. That is why I practice within a unique clinical model that dedicates hundreds of hours each year to advanced training and supervision. While many providers work in a silo, I refine my clinical skills weekly under the mentorship of expert psychotherapists. This commitment to 'continuous excellence' allows me to offer you a level of care that is rare in outpatient settings—blending the safety of expert medical oversight with the nuance of depth-oriented therapy.
I specialize in seeing patients struggling with the following: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, ADHD, and obsessive compulsive disorder.
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years experience working in the mental health field. I believe in having my patients involved in the decision making process regarding their care. I collaborate closely with my patients and additional medical professionals involved in their care. My goal is to effectively treat patients using the fewest amount of medications possible at the individuals lowest therapeutic dose.
I specialize in seeing patients struggling with the following: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, ADHD, and obsessive compulsive disorder.
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years experience working in the mental health field. I believe in having my patients involved in the decision making process regarding their care. I collaborate closely with my patients and additional medical professionals involved in their care. My goal is to effectively treat patients using the fewest amount of medications possible at the individuals lowest therapeutic dose.
I specialize in helping individuals facing challenges like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and fertility-related concerns.
I work with individuals who are struggling to find balance in their lives, often feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or mental health challenges. They seek a holistic approach to address not just their symptoms but the root causes. By considering mental, physical, and social factors, I help clients achieve mental wellness through therapy, lifestyle changes, and, when needed, medication. My clients want to feel empowered, regain control, and create lasting, meaningful change in their lives, and I’m here to support them every step of the way.
I specialize in helping individuals facing challenges like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and fertility-related concerns.
I work with individuals who are struggling to find balance in their lives, often feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or mental health challenges. They seek a holistic approach to address not just their symptoms but the root causes. By considering mental, physical, and social factors, I help clients achieve mental wellness through therapy, lifestyle changes, and, when needed, medication. My clients want to feel empowered, regain control, and create lasting, meaningful change in their lives, and I’m here to support them every step of the way.
I specialize in treating adults struggling with depression, anxiety, postpartum mental health issues, binge eating disorder and bipolar disorder.
One of my key principles is collaboration. I work closely with you to empower you with the knowledge and tools to achieve lasting well-being. I can incorporate a wide range of therapeutic techniques and interventions. These may include functional laboratory and genetic testing, psychotherapy, medications, supplements, nutritional counseling, and exercise.
I specialize in treating adults struggling with depression, anxiety, postpartum mental health issues, binge eating disorder and bipolar disorder.
One of my key principles is collaboration. I work closely with you to empower you with the knowledge and tools to achieve lasting well-being. I can incorporate a wide range of therapeutic techniques and interventions. These may include functional laboratory and genetic testing, psychotherapy, medications, supplements, nutritional counseling, and exercise.
When you work with me, you aren't just getting a prescriber—you are benefiting from a team dedicated to clinical excellence. I participate in intensive weekly individual and group supervision led by a master psychotherapist, ensuring that every decision we make is thoughtful, safe, and clinically sound. My training goes beyond basic medication management, and short term therapies to include depth-oriented relational therapy. This rigorous background allows me to handle complex emotional needs with the care and attention you deserve, rather than rushing you through a checklist.
When you work with me, you aren't just getting a prescriber—you are benefiting from a team dedicated to clinical excellence. I participate in intensive weekly individual and group supervision led by a master psychotherapist, ensuring that every decision we make is thoughtful, safe, and clinically sound. My training goes beyond basic medication management, and short term therapies to include depth-oriented relational therapy. This rigorous background allows me to handle complex emotional needs with the care and attention you deserve, rather than rushing you through a checklist.
It is my goal to meet you where you are and to start delivering comprehensive care from there. I engage in a client centered yet evidence based practice approach. I believe in helping and working beside you to create a treatment plan that empowers you to become the best version of yourself in the season you are in. My intention is to support your growth toward living a healthier more authentic and fulfilling life.
It is my goal to meet you where you are and to start delivering comprehensive care from there. I engage in a client centered yet evidence based practice approach. I believe in helping and working beside you to create a treatment plan that empowers you to become the best version of yourself in the season you are in. My intention is to support your growth toward living a healthier more authentic and fulfilling life.
www.westlakepsychiatry.com
www.westlakepsychiatry.com
We work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or ADHD.
We work collaboratively with you to understand your symptoms and provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and medication management. Treatment is evidence-based, individualized, and adjusted over time to support symptom relief and improved functioning.
We work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or ADHD.
We work collaboratively with you to understand your symptoms and provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and medication management. Treatment is evidence-based, individualized, and adjusted over time to support symptom relief and improved functioning.
military veteran, I provide compassionate, personalized care for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other mental health challenges.
Key Areas of my Expertise
Anxiety Disorders,
Depression and Mood Disorders,
Bipolar Disorder,
ADHD Assessment and Treatment,
Medication Management,
Psychiatric Evaluations,
Psychoeducation and Patient Empowerment,
Veteran and Military Mental Health,
Personalized, Evidence-Based Treatment Planning,
and long-Term Mental Wellness
military veteran, I provide compassionate, personalized care for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other mental health challenges.
Key Areas of my Expertise
Anxiety Disorders,
Depression and Mood Disorders,
Bipolar Disorder,
ADHD Assessment and Treatment,
Medication Management,
Psychiatric Evaluations,
Psychoeducation and Patient Empowerment,
Veteran and Military Mental Health,
Personalized, Evidence-Based Treatment Planning,
and long-Term Mental Wellness
I focus on supporting individuals facing challenges such as grief and loss, anxiety, and depression during pregnancy and postpartum.
At New Bloom Psychiatry, we deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals dealing with a range of mental health conditions. With extensive nursing background, combined with a deep commitment to mental health, drive our collaborative and patient-centered approach. We focus on fostering trust, enhancing resilience, and empowering clients to attain emotional wellness through customized treatment and support. We specialize in perinatal mental health and we understand the unique mental health challenges that women face during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Together through every step.
I focus on supporting individuals facing challenges such as grief and loss, anxiety, and depression during pregnancy and postpartum.
At New Bloom Psychiatry, we deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals dealing with a range of mental health conditions. With extensive nursing background, combined with a deep commitment to mental health, drive our collaborative and patient-centered approach. We focus on fostering trust, enhancing resilience, and empowering clients to attain emotional wellness through customized treatment and support. We specialize in perinatal mental health and we understand the unique mental health challenges that women face during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Together through every step.
healthPiper was created by top clinicians to be treatment that we would trust with our families. There is no treatment that compares: we average 4.98 on reviews.io. We guarantee appointments that are within 2 days, and often it is faster. Every clinician is hand-picked for top-training, kindness, and expertise, and responds to clients 365 days a year. People describe us better than anything they imagined existed, and they tell their family and friends. Most of our clients come by word of mouth. If you use insurance, it will automatically be applied for your medications, which you can buy from any pharmacy you choose.
healthPiper was created by top clinicians to be treatment that we would trust with our families. There is no treatment that compares: we average 4.98 on reviews.io. We guarantee appointments that are within 2 days, and often it is faster. Every clinician is hand-picked for top-training, kindness, and expertise, and responds to clients 365 days a year. People describe us better than anything they imagined existed, and they tell their family and friends. Most of our clients come by word of mouth. If you use insurance, it will automatically be applied for your medications, which you can buy from any pharmacy you choose.
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.
My comprehensive and holistic approach involves integrating medications, therapy, supplements, lifestyle adjustments, and mindfulness practices. Together, we'll create a tailored mental health plan that not only alleviates your symptoms but addresses the root cause, empowering you to lead a life that's confident, resilient, purposeful, and deeply fulfilling.
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.
My comprehensive and holistic approach involves integrating medications, therapy, supplements, lifestyle adjustments, and mindfulness practices. Together, we'll create a tailored mental health plan that not only alleviates your symptoms but addresses the root cause, empowering you to lead a life that's confident, resilient, purposeful, and deeply fulfilling.
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FAQ - Depression Psychiatrists
How can a psychiatrist help with depression?
Depression can be a deeply challenging and often debilitating condition that affects an individual's ability to function in day-to-day life, influencing everything from personal relationships and work performance to motivation, energy levels, and overall emotional well-being. However, psychiatrists can help individuals experiencing depression and related conditions—such as major depressive disorder (MDD), seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and postpartum depression—by providing a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. Psychiatrists who specialize in depression are typically trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities that are proven to support recovery from depressive symptoms, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and interpersonal therapy (IPT).
What can you expect from the treatment process?
The process of working with a psychiatrist usually begins with an evaluation or assessment, which allows the psychiatrist to understand the client’s medical history and current symptoms. This initial assessment serves to help develop a treatment plan and can help the psychiatrist assess whether a client may benefit from medication, talk therapy, or a combination of both. As treatment progresses, psychiatrists continue to monitor the individual’s response to therapy and any prescribed medications; they may also work in collaboration with other mental health professionals on a client's care team, such as therapists, psychologists, or social workers, in order to ensure a client receives coordinated care. In many cases, individuals meet with their psychiatrist on a weekly or biweekly basis for several months or more, which allows enough time to evaluate treatment outcomes and for medications—such as antidepressants—to take full effect. For some clients, particularly those with less severe symptoms or more focused goals, shorter-term therapy may be offered, especially when the psychiatrist is trained in structured approaches like solution-focused therapy or brief therapy models.
How to find the right psychiatrist for depression?
Given the prevalence of depression, many psychiatrists possess considerable experience treating it. Still, it is important to find a provider who is a good personal and clinical fit. Resources like Psychology Today’s online directory make it easy to locate psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in depression and related conditions. The directory includes filters that allow users to search by specialty, cost, location, and identity preferences. When considering a provider, it can be helpful to ask about their specific experience treating depression, their approach to therapy and medication, and whether they offer care in a convenient format—either in-person or via telehealth. Additionally, for some individuals, especially those from marginalized communities, finding a psychiatrist who shares or has familiarity with their cultural, racial, or gender identity can make a significant difference in the effectiveness of care.