Behavioral Issues Psychiatrists in Lakeway, TX
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and owner of Clear Water Psychiatry. I provide psychiatric assessments, diagnostic services and medication management with psychoeducation. I believe in a holistic, client-centered and evidence based perspective. I specialize in the treatment of adults with trauma, mood, anxiety and thought disorders as well as pre-peri-post natal psychiatry. I am committed to an integrated model of care and partner with my clients, their healthcare providers and therapists. My Master's of Nursing and training as a PMHNP from the University of Texas in Austin.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and owner of Clear Water Psychiatry. I provide psychiatric assessments, diagnostic services and medication management with psychoeducation. I believe in a holistic, client-centered and evidence based perspective. I specialize in the treatment of adults with trauma, mood, anxiety and thought disorders as well as pre-peri-post natal psychiatry. I am committed to an integrated model of care and partner with my clients, their healthcare providers and therapists. My Master's of Nursing and training as a PMHNP from the University of Texas in Austin.
Dr. Moore is a Christian practitioner board-certified in both Psychiatry and Family Practice and specializes in psychiatric medication management. Although Dr. Moore treats patients across the lifespan, he has a special interest in geriatric patients. While Dr. Moore primarily focuses on psychiatric medication management, he does perform individual psychotherapy on a limited basis, as his schedule permits. Dr. Moore is an active Stephen Minister. Dr. Moore is an Associate Clinical Professor at Johns Hopkins University, South Alabama University, Texas State University, and Chamberlain University.
Dr. Moore is a Christian practitioner board-certified in both Psychiatry and Family Practice and specializes in psychiatric medication management. Although Dr. Moore treats patients across the lifespan, he has a special interest in geriatric patients. While Dr. Moore primarily focuses on psychiatric medication management, he does perform individual psychotherapy on a limited basis, as his schedule permits. Dr. Moore is an active Stephen Minister. Dr. Moore is an Associate Clinical Professor at Johns Hopkins University, South Alabama University, Texas State University, and Chamberlain University.
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.
Laura Ann Beaufford | Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN-CN, CCM, PMHNP, BC
Serves Area
Laura was born in Waco, Texas and raised in Irving with three older half-brothers. After losing a brother to severe mental illness and police violence, she was inspired to pursue a career where she could make a real difference. She returned to college at age 41, earned her BSN from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2009, and worked in various nursing roles, including cardiac care, hospice, and case management.
Laura was born in Waco, Texas and raised in Irving with three older half-brothers. After losing a brother to severe mental illness and police violence, she was inspired to pursue a career where she could make a real difference. She returned to college at age 41, earned her BSN from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2009, and worked in various nursing roles, including cardiac care, hospice, and case management.
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As a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I provide high quality, affordable mental health care for children and adults. My approach to care is collaborative, which means that you will ALWAYS have an active voice in the treatment. Not all mental health concerns require medication, of course, but if we do decide that medication may be helpful, my philosophy is always to "start low and go slow." My goal is to help clients achieve full remission of symptoms and an optimal level of functioning with as little medication as possible.
As a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I provide high quality, affordable mental health care for children and adults. My approach to care is collaborative, which means that you will ALWAYS have an active voice in the treatment. Not all mental health concerns require medication, of course, but if we do decide that medication may be helpful, my philosophy is always to "start low and go slow." My goal is to help clients achieve full remission of symptoms and an optimal level of functioning with as little medication as possible.
www.westlakepsychiatry.com
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Finding the right mental health provider can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re feeling sad, angry, or unsure of yourself. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Texas providing in-person and telehealth care for children (ages 6+), adolescents, and adults. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, offering personalized psychiatric evaluations and medication management. My approach is holistic, compassionate, and judgment-free. I take time to truly listen so clients feel heard, understood, and supported. My goal is to help you feel empowered and confident
Finding the right mental health provider can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re feeling sad, angry, or unsure of yourself. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Texas providing in-person and telehealth care for children (ages 6+), adolescents, and adults. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, offering personalized psychiatric evaluations and medication management. My approach is holistic, compassionate, and judgment-free. I take time to truly listen so clients feel heard, understood, and supported. My goal is to help you feel empowered and confident
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.
My specialty is working with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and behavioral problems.
My approach to care is holistic and collaborative, taking your goals in mind. I can formally diagnose and treat all psychiatric conditions including prescribing medication if appropriate as well as empowering you with tools and non-pharmacological approaches to help you achieve your goals for your mental health.
My specialty is working with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and behavioral problems.
My approach to care is holistic and collaborative, taking your goals in mind. I can formally diagnose and treat all psychiatric conditions including prescribing medication if appropriate as well as empowering you with tools and non-pharmacological approaches to help you achieve your goals for your mental health.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, emotional outbursts, behavioral concerns, autism spectrum disorder, or other neurodevelopmental differences.
I provide compassionate psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, emotional outbursts, behavioral concerns, autism spectrum disorder, and other neurodevelopmental differences. I offer psychiatric assessment, education, parent guidance, and medication management when appropriate.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, emotional outbursts, behavioral concerns, autism spectrum disorder, or other neurodevelopmental differences.
I provide compassionate psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, emotional outbursts, behavioral concerns, autism spectrum disorder, and other neurodevelopmental differences. I offer psychiatric assessment, education, parent guidance, and medication management when appropriate.
When your mental health shifts, even the simplest days can feel different. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, or feeling unlike yourself. I provide personalized, and holistic psychiatric care in supportive environment. Together, we create a treatment plan tailored to your goals — helping you regain balance and confidence in your daily life.
When your mental health shifts, even the simplest days can feel different. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, or feeling unlike yourself. I provide personalized, and holistic psychiatric care in supportive environment. Together, we create a treatment plan tailored to your goals — helping you regain balance and confidence in your daily life.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I take a compassionate, patient-centered approach to mental health, focusing on creating a safe and supportive space where individuals can feel heard and understood. My practice emphasizes evidence-based care tailored to each person's unique needs, with a special focus on managing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I take a compassionate, patient-centered approach to mental health, focusing on creating a safe and supportive space where individuals can feel heard and understood. My practice emphasizes evidence-based care tailored to each person's unique needs, with a special focus on managing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
Mental and Behavioral Health needs should not be a stigma, but rather we should allow the mind, body, soul, heart and spirit to blend as one under the Concierge Psychiatry Model.
Dr. Elena Gherman is a spectacular Leader and Psychiatrist in our community for more than 13 years. She is also an amazing mother of 3 beautiful children. She is Board certified in Adult Psychiatry & Neurology, with specialty fellowship training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr G's training and professional experiences will allow her to offer you and your family the best care and treatment plans with safety and well-being in mind. The ONLY Psychiatrist doing PharmacoGenomic Testing in the office in San Antonio!
Mental and Behavioral Health needs should not be a stigma, but rather we should allow the mind, body, soul, heart and spirit to blend as one under the Concierge Psychiatry Model.
Dr. Elena Gherman is a spectacular Leader and Psychiatrist in our community for more than 13 years. She is also an amazing mother of 3 beautiful children. She is Board certified in Adult Psychiatry & Neurology, with specialty fellowship training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr G's training and professional experiences will allow her to offer you and your family the best care and treatment plans with safety and well-being in mind. The ONLY Psychiatrist doing PharmacoGenomic Testing in the office in San Antonio!
Seeking treatment for a mental health concern can be anxiety-provoking! I would like to help make it a little easier for you. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner providing medication management and brief supportive psychotherapy. I strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment in order to help you through these difficult times. My approach to care is person-centered, culturally competent, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and sex positive.
Seeking treatment for a mental health concern can be anxiety-provoking! I would like to help make it a little easier for you. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner providing medication management and brief supportive psychotherapy. I strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment in order to help you through these difficult times. My approach to care is person-centered, culturally competent, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and sex positive.
I provide assessment and treatment of a wide range of psychiatric issues including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, developmental disorders, ADHD, and other behavioral issues.
I work with a range of clients, from children to older adults to help diagnose and manage various psychiatric conditions. I have additional training in working with the child and adolescent population and enjoy helping families establish a treatment plan that will have the best chance of success. I strongly believe that each client and situation is unique.
I provide assessment and treatment of a wide range of psychiatric issues including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, developmental disorders, ADHD, and other behavioral issues.
I work with a range of clients, from children to older adults to help diagnose and manage various psychiatric conditions. I have additional training in working with the child and adolescent population and enjoy helping families establish a treatment plan that will have the best chance of success. I strongly believe that each client and situation is unique.
I have experience treating anxiety disorders, mood disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and behavioral concerns.
As a psychiatric provider, my objective is to get to know you, your circumstances, your environment and your treatment goals in order to identify ways to help you achieve them.
I have experience treating anxiety disorders, mood disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and behavioral concerns.
As a psychiatric provider, my objective is to get to know you, your circumstances, your environment and your treatment goals in order to identify ways to help you achieve them.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe healing happens when compassion meets understanding. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected—without judgment. I value honesty, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration, recognizing that every person’s story is unique. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Together, we’ll focus on progress, not perfection—because real growth happens one step at a time.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe healing happens when compassion meets understanding. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected—without judgment. I value honesty, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration, recognizing that every person’s story is unique. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Together, we’ll focus on progress, not perfection—because real growth happens one step at a time.
I am dedicated to offering mental health services of the highest caliber. I am caring and provide comprehensive care to adolescents and adults. I bring strong clinical abilities along with a natural ability to connect with patients and their families. I follow recommendations grounded in evidence-based guidelines, clinical knowledge, and individual observation. As a PMHNP-BC, I serve in many roles, including public health educator and mental health advocate. My goal is to provide quality mental health care services to all.
I am dedicated to offering mental health services of the highest caliber. I am caring and provide comprehensive care to adolescents and adults. I bring strong clinical abilities along with a natural ability to connect with patients and their families. I follow recommendations grounded in evidence-based guidelines, clinical knowledge, and individual observation. As a PMHNP-BC, I serve in many roles, including public health educator and mental health advocate. My goal is to provide quality mental health care services to all.
good listener and open-minded, solution-focused, Behavior modification, turn negative thought into positive thinking.
Passion for healing and growth and desire to help others and make a positive impact in people's lives. Understand the patient's mental health condition. Address barriers and challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Building rapport, exploration of concerns, Discussion of treatment approach.
good listener and open-minded, solution-focused, Behavior modification, turn negative thought into positive thinking.
Passion for healing and growth and desire to help others and make a positive impact in people's lives. Understand the patient's mental health condition. Address barriers and challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Building rapport, exploration of concerns, Discussion of treatment approach.
I treat a broad range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, trauma, and other behavioral challenges.
When working with children and adolescents, I emphasize collaboration with the broader support system. This includes partnering with therapists, school staff, counselors, and families to ensure care is coordinated and consistent. I believe this team-based approach fosters a deeper understanding of each child’s needs and supports lasting progress.
I treat a broad range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, trauma, and other behavioral challenges.
When working with children and adolescents, I emphasize collaboration with the broader support system. This includes partnering with therapists, school staff, counselors, and families to ensure care is coordinated and consistent. I believe this team-based approach fosters a deeper understanding of each child’s needs and supports lasting progress.
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FAQ - Behavioral Issues Psychiatrists
How can a behavioral psychiatrists help?
Behavioral issues is a general term used to encompass conditions like Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorder (CD), which significantly impact the behavior and emotional functioning of children and adolescents. These disorders are characterized by disruptive behaviors that create substantial challenges for children and their family across emotional, academic, and social domains. Psychiatrists specializing in behavioral issues have expertise in diagnosing these conditions and crafting treatment plans. Their approach typically integrates therapy and medication while helping families navigate supportive services. Psychiatrists may also address underlying factors—such as trauma—that may fuel behavioral disturbances.
What treatment approaches are used for behavioral issues?
Because behavioral issues can present in a variety of ways, treatment is usually very individualized. Psychotherapeutic approaches—such as age-appropriate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), or play therapy—are commonly used to help children improve emotional regulation and communication skills. For parents and caregivers, psychiatrists can also offer support—such as by helping them manage challenging behaviors and strengthen parent-child trust. Medications can also be effective in some cases to help manage symptoms and help regulate mood. When medication is recommended, it is typically paired with behavioral strategies and ongoing monitoring to ensure safety and effectiveness.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in behavioral issues?
Psychology Today's online directory serves as a valuable resource for families seeking qualified psychiatrists (MDs) or psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in behavioral issues. The platform's search filters enable users to identify providers with specific expertise in areas such as oppositional behavior, medication management, and psychological evaluation. Families can refine their search based on multiple criteria including age group specialization (e.g. children or adolescents), accepted insurance plans, geographic location, and session fees. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, families should inquire about their specific treatment philosophy, as well as their commitment to collaborating with school professionals and other members of the child's care team.