Psychiatrists in Pierce County, WI

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Dr. Ronil Shah
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
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Jordan Madden
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
River Falls, WI 54022
Calming Currents Psychiatry, owned and operated by Jordan Madden, is pleased to offer medication management services to teens and adults in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Calming Currents Psychiatry, owned and operated by Jordan Madden, is pleased to offer medication management services to teens and adults in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
(715) 402-4562 View (715) 402-4562

Online Psychiatrists

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Brada Clinic
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eau Claire, WI 54701
Do you feel like you're constantly struggling to keep up, juggling the demands of work, home, and personal life, yet never quite catching up? Are you overwhelmed by the relentless pace, feeling lost in a sea of responsibilities that seems to grow by the day? It's a shared experience for many, where the pressure to perform perfectly in every aspect of life leads to deep-seated anxiety and a loss of one's sense of self. Ignoring these feelings can lead to a downward spiral of stress and emotional exhaustion. Remember, you're not alone in this struggle. It's crucial to acknowledge these challenges to find a path to peace and balance.
Do you feel like you're constantly struggling to keep up, juggling the demands of work, home, and personal life, yet never quite catching up? Are you overwhelmed by the relentless pace, feeling lost in a sea of responsibilities that seems to grow by the day? It's a shared experience for many, where the pressure to perform perfectly in every aspect of life leads to deep-seated anxiety and a loss of one's sense of self. Ignoring these feelings can lead to a downward spiral of stress and emotional exhaustion. Remember, you're not alone in this struggle. It's crucial to acknowledge these challenges to find a path to peace and balance.
(715) 317-5466 View (715) 317-5466
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Sina Sannes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Online Only
My name is Sina Benedict, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, with 20+ years of health care experience I really know how people want their care delivered. I believe people do the best they can where they are. I pride myself on my highly engaged patient-centered approach. I am very straightforward while also using humor to navigate this thing we call life.
My name is Sina Benedict, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, with 20+ years of health care experience I really know how people want their care delivered. I believe people do the best they can where they are. I pride myself on my highly engaged patient-centered approach. I am very straightforward while also using humor to navigate this thing we call life.
(424) 424-8911 View (424) 424-8911
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Dr. Erica Larson
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Online Only
I take an approach that is comprehensive and holistic, integrating all aspects of wellness and functionality. I am compassionate and listen to my patients, spending time figuring out core challenges they face and how this has contributed to what they are experiencing as well as how we can identify strengths and provide tangible tools to get them better. I utilize personalized medicine to guide treatment recommendations and partner with my patients to develop individualized care plans. Sustainable life changes occur with decision making that is informed and purposeful, guided by an individuals' unique values and goals.
I take an approach that is comprehensive and holistic, integrating all aspects of wellness and functionality. I am compassionate and listen to my patients, spending time figuring out core challenges they face and how this has contributed to what they are experiencing as well as how we can identify strengths and provide tangible tools to get them better. I utilize personalized medicine to guide treatment recommendations and partner with my patients to develop individualized care plans. Sustainable life changes occur with decision making that is informed and purposeful, guided by an individuals' unique values and goals.
(608) 557-3347 View (608) 557-3347
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Brenda Kibola
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Eau Claire, WI 54701
When life feels clouded by depression or anxiety, it can seem like the joyful world you once knew is just out of reach. It's like a puzzle piece is missing, but it's hard to figure out which one. I've heard this from many clients, and together we've managed to fill in those gaps. We've addressed conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, and peripartum disorders using a blend of medication and therapy. If it aligns with your beliefs, we can incorporate Christian Biblical principles into your treatment. Let's work collaboratively to rediscover the joy and peace in your world.
When life feels clouded by depression or anxiety, it can seem like the joyful world you once knew is just out of reach. It's like a puzzle piece is missing, but it's hard to figure out which one. I've heard this from many clients, and together we've managed to fill in those gaps. We've addressed conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, and peripartum disorders using a blend of medication and therapy. If it aligns with your beliefs, we can incorporate Christian Biblical principles into your treatment. Let's work collaboratively to rediscover the joy and peace in your world.
(646) 681-4541 View (646) 681-4541
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Katelin Varnson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Katelin is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides diagnostic assessments, education and medication management. Katelin sees teens ages 16 and above as well as adults. She has worked in the field throughout her career over the past 10 years in various roles. She earned a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire.
Katelin is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides diagnostic assessments, education and medication management. Katelin sees teens ages 16 and above as well as adults. She has worked in the field throughout her career over the past 10 years in various roles. She earned a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire.
(715) 240-4770 View (715) 240-4770
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Marie Oseh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hello, I'm Marie Oseh, a board-certified Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing empathetic and personalized mental health care. With a strong foundation in family/primary care and psychiatric mental health, I focus on helping individuals and families navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I'm committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where patients can feel heard, empowered, and inspired to achieve their unique goals and aspirations.
Hello, I'm Marie Oseh, a board-certified Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing empathetic and personalized mental health care. With a strong foundation in family/primary care and psychiatric mental health, I focus on helping individuals and families navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I'm committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where patients can feel heard, empowered, and inspired to achieve their unique goals and aspirations.
(424) 424-8911 View (424) 424-8911
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Sarah Lee
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
La Crosse, WI 54601
As a board certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am able to see patients across the lifespan, providing care for individuals of all ages. I provide medication management. Areas of interest include generalized anxiety disorder, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
As a board certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am able to see patients across the lifespan, providing care for individuals of all ages. I provide medication management. Areas of interest include generalized anxiety disorder, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
(608) 546-9329 View (608) 546-9329
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Dr. Robert Most
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Hudson, WI 54016
You deserve holistic care from a compassionate and experienced physician. With Dr. Most, you will benefit from his over 30 years of expertise in treating trauma, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and mood disorders. He has a special interest in PTSD, depression and adult ADHD. Treatment addresses both immediate symptoms as well as underlying issues that may be causing them. You will receive the care and attention necessary to progress toward lasting wellness. Immediate openings, including after hours, are available for new patients.
You deserve holistic care from a compassionate and experienced physician. With Dr. Most, you will benefit from his over 30 years of expertise in treating trauma, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and mood disorders. He has a special interest in PTSD, depression and adult ADHD. Treatment addresses both immediate symptoms as well as underlying issues that may be causing them. You will receive the care and attention necessary to progress toward lasting wellness. Immediate openings, including after hours, are available for new patients.
(715) 227-2402 View (715) 227-2402
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Reka Furedi
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Onalaska, WI 54650
Welcome to my practice and thank you for your interest in my services! My name is Reka Furedi and I’m a board certified psychiatrist, with years of experience, serving patients throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota utilizing the latest technologies to provide individualized care, tailored for you, via secure video visits to fit any lifestyle from busy city life to rural, close to nature choices and everything in-between.
Welcome to my practice and thank you for your interest in my services! My name is Reka Furedi and I’m a board certified psychiatrist, with years of experience, serving patients throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota utilizing the latest technologies to provide individualized care, tailored for you, via secure video visits to fit any lifestyle from busy city life to rural, close to nature choices and everything in-between.
(608) 655-6823 View (608) 655-6823
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Dileep Borra
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Onalaska, WI 54650
My clinic is named Being You Mental Health because I believe "being you" is a unique experience, and I feel honored to help my patients overcome barriers to becoming their most authentic and unique selves. I employ a strengths-based, patient-centered, and collaborative approach and I combine psychotherapy with psychiatric medication management (only if needed) to help my patients achieve the most improvement in their mental health and functioning. The electronic medical record I use is Luminello. Patients will have access to a patient portal (similar to mychart for epic) through which secure documents and messages can be exchanged
My clinic is named Being You Mental Health because I believe "being you" is a unique experience, and I feel honored to help my patients overcome barriers to becoming their most authentic and unique selves. I employ a strengths-based, patient-centered, and collaborative approach and I combine psychotherapy with psychiatric medication management (only if needed) to help my patients achieve the most improvement in their mental health and functioning. The electronic medical record I use is Luminello. Patients will have access to a patient portal (similar to mychart for epic) through which secure documents and messages can be exchanged
(608) 975-3292 View (608) 975-3292
Photo of Trisha Jacox, MSN, APNP, PMHNP-B, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Trisha Jacox
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APNP, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Online Only
Now offering services for new patients through telehealth! I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over twenty years of experience in healthcare. My focus is on mental health, and I began my career as a registered nurse in inpatient psychiatric care, where I discovered my passion for helping individuals on their healing journey through mental health treatment.
Now offering services for new patients through telehealth! I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over twenty years of experience in healthcare. My focus is on mental health, and I began my career as a registered nurse in inpatient psychiatric care, where I discovered my passion for helping individuals on their healing journey through mental health treatment.
(715) 652-8220 View (715) 652-8220

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How does your Psychiatrist compare?

Number of Psychiatrists in Pierce County, WI

< 10

Psychiatrists in Pierce County, WI who prioritize treating:

100% Depression
100% Anxiety
100% Eating Disorders
100% Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
100% Trauma and PTSD
100% Bipolar Disorder
100% Medication Management

Average years in practice

7 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

100% Aetna
100% ComPsych
100% Medica

How Psychiatrists in Pierce County, WI see their clients

50% In Person and Online
50% Online Only

Gender breakdown

100% Male
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses

How can I find a psychiatrist in Pierce County?

The Psychology Today Directory enables users to search specifically for psychiatrists by selecting the provider type from the drop-down menu, and filtering results by city, zip code, or the psychiatrist's name. The search results feature detailed profiles that outline each professional's treatment approach, areas of expertise, credentials, fees, payment options, and accepted insurance. Results include both psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), who hold advanced practice nursing degrees. Users can refine their search for a specific type of psychiatric provider using the "Provider Type" filter.

What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

Psychiatrists are medical specialists dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, and treating brain disorders and mental health conditions. As physicians, they are trained to identify the often subtle biological factors underlying mental disorders and to monitor how mental health treatments may impact other physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychiatrists are licensed to prescribe medication and typically conduct shorter sessions that focus on medication management rather than intensive psychotherapy.

In contrast, psychologists are particularly attuned to the impact of early experiences on development, behavior, emotions, and cognitive processes. They often take a holistic approach to assessing and treating clients, considering aspects of personality and social functioning. Although psychologists cannot prescribe medication, they are frequently skilled in administering psychological tests—such as IQ tests, personality assessments, and behavioral evaluations—to assess an individual's functioning. Psychologists often engage in longer, more psychotherapy-focused sessions compared to psychiatrists.

What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner and what is the difference with a psychiatrist?

A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), also known as a mental health nurse practitioner or psychiatric nurse practitioner, is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed advanced training in psychiatric care, earning at least a master’s degree in psychiatric nursing. To become Board-Certified (PMHNP-BC), psychiatric nurse practitioners must also pass a national exam that tests their clinical psychiatric knowledge.

Like psychiatrists, PMHNPs are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. However, PMHNPs and psychiatrists differ in their training experience. While PMHNPs can complete their credentialing requirements (full bachelor's and master's degree training) in as few as 6 years, psychiatrists often spend upwards of 12 years to complete their bachelor's, medical doctorate degree, and residency training requirements. Because of training differences, some states require PMHNPs to be supervised by or enter into a collaborative agreement with a physician in order to prescribe medication.

When deciding to work with a psychiatrist or PMHNP, clients should consider factors such therapeutic fit, cost, and availability. Psychiatrists may have more substantial training in treating more severe psychiatric conditions, as well as in providing more specialized treatment services, such as child psychiatry. However, psychiatrists may be inaccessible to some clients, as their cost and availability may be prohibitive. It can often be easier for clients to find a PMHNP with openings for new clients when compared to psychiatrists, and PMHNPs may also offer lower cost treatment options for clients looking to minimize out-of-pocket costs.

Can a psychiatrist or a PMHNP prescribe medication?

The Psychology Today directory features two primary types of psychiatric professionals: psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). Both are generally authorized to prescribe psychiatric medications. In 28 states, PMHNPs have full practice authority, allowing them to provide the complete spectrum of psychiatric care, including independent medication prescribing and management. In other states, however, PMHNPs are required to work under the supervision or in collaboration with a physician to prescribe medication. Both psychiatrists and PMHNPs may also offer additional services, such as psychotherapy, counseling, and care coordination, for clients seeking psychiatric care.

Do psychiatrists or PMHNPs offer therapy?

Both psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including traditional psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), pharmacotherapy, and, occasionally, various somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists and PMHNPs make a diagnosis and determine a course of treatment based on chemical or biological factors, using lab tests, brain scans and physical and psychological evaluations.

While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most psychiatry sessions may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management; this is frequently the case for both psychiatrists and PMHNPs. However, medication providers who do not offer psychotherapy usually work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians who do offer these services, and they can refer clients seeking more traditional psychotherapy services to their care.

How do I know if I need a psychiatrist, a PMHNP, or a therapist?

It is not always easy to know which type of mental health practitioner to choose. Many people are unaware of the root of their mental or behavioral problem and may be unaware of the differences in support provided by various mental health professionals. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider (PCP) first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the PCP may review their medical history and provide guidance or a referral to the appropriate type of provider.

A referral to a psychiatrist or PMHNP is most often made when a client is in need of psychiatric medication management or assessment. These professionals are specifically trained to prescribe psychiatric medications, when necessary, for a client; however, they generally do not provide supportive psychotherapy on an ongoing basis. A therapist or psychologist, in contrast, can provide supportive psychotherapy but is unable to prescribe medications. Because of their unique roles, some clients see both a medication prescriber (either a psychiatrist or PMHNP) and a therapist at the same time to address their psychiatric concerns holistically. Many psychiatrists and psychologists are very open to referring clients to other professionals if unable to meet the client's needs or if they think the client could use additional support from a different type of professional.

Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist or a PMHNP?

A referral to a psychiatrist or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) is often not required. However, consulting your primary care physician (PCP) first can be beneficial and may streamline the process of getting the care you need. Your PCP can help determine whether psychiatric care is necessary or if another type of mental health support might be more appropriate. Additionally, some insurance plans require a PCP referral to cover part or all of the costs associated with seeing a specialist. Obtaining a referral can also expedite the appointment process, particularly in areas with provider shortages or for clients seeking specialists in fields like child psychiatry.

Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed professional?

Yes, all professionals listed in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory are licensed to provide mental health services in the state(s) where they practice. The directory includes a variety of providers such as psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), physician assistants, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. Each provider must hold a valid license issued by their state regulatory body to be listed. In addition, Psychology Today offers a verification process for certain providers, signified by a 'Verified' symbol next to their profile. This badge indicates that the provider’s primary credential or license has been independently verified by Psychology Today.