Does Thriveworks offer psychiatric services?
Yes, we offer comprehensive psychiatric services to meet your mental health needs.
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 Tempe, AZ specifically offer online psychiatry to their clients.
What is the difference between a mental health therapist & psychiatrist?
A therapist has an education specifically rooted in therapeutic practice, approaches, techniques, and treatment. They cannot prescribe medications for clients, though 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 is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)?
A Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a highly trained and licensed professional who specializes in mental health care. They are qualified to diagnose and treat mental health conditions, prescribe medications, and provide therapy. Psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks are qualified to prescribe medications for a variety of mental health conditions. They work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan.
How do psychiatric 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.
Can I receive psychiatric services online?
Yes. At Thriveworks, we offer online-only psychiatry services for optimal comfort and convenience.
How long does psychiatry last?
Psychiatric services at Thriveworks Tempe 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 a year. Treatment length is heavily dependent on the condition(s) being treated, the course of treatment, and the client’s goals for treatment.
Is anxiety treated with psychiatry?
Psychiatrists are mental health professionals who can prescribe anxiety medication and provide therapeutic treatment for anxiety, although not all psychiatrists offer therapy. At Thriveworks, medication management occurs via online psychiatry sessions.
Does Thriveworks accept insurance for psychiatric services?
Yes, Thriveworks accepts most major insurance plans. We strive to make mental health care accessible and affordable for everyone.
Need more help deciding?
One of the biggest myths around psychiatrists is that they only treat the most severe mood or personality disorders. The reality is that those cases make up just a small percentage. Millions of people every year seek out psychiatry services to help them alleviate their depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
If you’re struggling with some sort of mental illness, there is no shame in seeking help from a licensed professional. Our board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners at Thriveworks Counseling in Tempe, AZ look forward to helping you find your way.
What Issues Do Psychiatric Providers Treat?
How do you know when it’s time to visit a psychiatrist? While psychiatrists treat clients with suicidal thoughts and debilitating personality disorders, they also treat clients struggling with substance abuse, eating disorders, trauma, and a wide range of mental illnesses and other issues.
These are just a few of the reasons people reach out for help from a licensed psychiatrist:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Bipolar disorder
- Eating disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Mood changes
- Substance abuse
- Phobias
- Abuse and trauma
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Addictive behaviors
- Self-harmful behaviors
If you’re dealing with a mental or emotional disorder, it’s important to remember that help is available. Speak to a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner at Thriveworks Counseling in Tempe, AZ today.
Schedule Your First Psychiatry Session at Thriveworks in Tempe, AZ
Are you having difficulty making time for your mental and emotional health? At Thriveworks Counseling, we’ve removed as many barriers as possible so you can access quality mental health care services on your own terms. We offer remote psychiatry appointments by video and accept most forms of insurance so you can focus on getting better, not your out-of-pocket expenses.
Weekend and evening sessions are available and we’re often able to schedule new clients to see a provider within the same week of their reaching out. If you want to experience the benefits of seeing a licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner, make an appointment with Thriveworks Counseling in Tempe, AZ today.
