What is psychiatry?
Psychiatry is a branch of medicine that focuses specifically on the medical and psychotherapeutic treatment of mental conditions and disorders.
How does psychiatry work?
Psychiatry allows people struggling to manage mental conditions or disorders to get access to medications that will make daily functioning easier, as well as work through any mental factors that might be causing or worsening their condition. Though medications can't cure mental disorders, medication can make symptoms more manageable, making the process of psychotherapeutic treatment easier and more effective. Psychiatric care can be available through in-person psychiatry and online psychiatry, depending on where you live and your own preferences. However, psychiatric providers at Thriveworks in Marietta, GA specifically offer online psychiatry to their clients.
Does psychiatry deal with anxiety?
Psychiatrists are among the mental health professionals who can prescribe anxiety medication, and they are also capable of offering therapeutic treatment for anxiety as well, though not every psychiatric professional offers therapy. Medication management can be offered via in-person or online psychiatry.
What is the difference between a mental health therapist and psychiatrist?
A therapist has an education specifically rooted in therapeutic practice, approaches, techniques, and treatment. They cannot prescribe medications for clients, thought they often refer clients to psychiatrists for medication management. Psychiatrists are medically trained doctors who specialize in mental health treatment, mainly through medication management and prescription, though they can also practice therapy.
What's the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychologists and psychiatrists receive differing educations, as psychologists are not medically trained the same way that psychiatrists are. Psychologists mainly specialize in providing therapy services and diagnoses for mental disorders — something that most therapists cannot provide — while psychiatrists manage medications and sometimes provide therapy services. The main difference is that psychologists (generally) cannot prescribe medications the way psychiatrists can.
Do psychiatric NPs treat mental disorders?
Psychiatric nurse practitioners (NPs) treat and diagnose disorders, prescribe and manage medications, and offer psychotherapy services, too.
How do psychiatriac providers diagnose?
Oftentimes, psychiatrists or psychiatric professionals will perform a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, which involves an in-depth discussion about your symptoms, medical history, and current medications. Once they reach a diagnosis, they may suggest starting certain medications depending on your condition and the intensity of your symptoms.
Is psychiatry/medication conducted in person or online?
At Thriveworks, we offer online psychiatry as well as in-person therapy services for optimal comfort and convenience.
How long does psychiatry last?
Psychiatric services at Thriveworks Marietta can last for as little or as much time as the client needs to reach their treatment goals, whether that be a month or two or over the course of years. treatment length is heavily dependent on the condition(s) being treated, the course of treatment, and the client's goals for treatment.
Need more help deciding?
If you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition or experiencing another mental health challenge, you may want to consider scheduling an appointment with a psychiatrist.
It’s easy and convenient to schedule an appointment at the Thriveworks office in Marietta, GA, and visit with a psychiatric nurse practitioner virtually, often within the same week. Reach out by phone or book your session online. We’re here to help you.
When Should I See a Psychiatrist?
You might want to see a psychiatrist or another psychiatric provider if you’re experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition that is making life unpleasant or difficult.
For example, occasional anxiety is part of everyday life, and most people experience anxiety symptoms from time to time. But anxiety disorders go beyond temporary worry and fear, and many people find they’re worried every day, either worrying about past actions or behaviors or nervous about the future.
A psychiatrist may use medication and/or cognitive behavioral therapy to help you with your anxiety. Regardless of what you’re dealing with, they will work with you to find and prescribe the right treatment.
Scheduling a Psychiatry Session at Thriveworks in Marietta, GA
If you’re ready to talk to a psychiatrist about your symptoms, or if you think medication could help, then consider scheduling an appointment at Thriveworks in Marietta, GA. We have psychiatric nurse practitioners who are here for you and will be happy to meet with you online over video.
Thriveworks in Marietta, GA, also has many benefits to offer you, including convenient scheduling by phone or online and same-week appointments. We can also accept many types of insurance. Reach out today to schedule your first session.
