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 La Habra, CA 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 La Habra 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?
There are ways to recover from mental health issues with your strength, self-worth, and sense of identity intact. The psychiatric nurse practitioners at Thriveworks in La Habra, CA are extensively trained in diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent mental health conditions that can have detrimental effects on clients’ lives.
Thriveworks psychiatric nurse practitioners are fully licensed, highly qualified, and ensure clients get the best care available. Reach out to us today to get started.
What Do Psychiatrists Do?
Psychiatrists can diagnose mental health conditions using…
- A patient physical
- Medical history
- Psychological tests
- Discussion of goals for treatment
- Discussion of symptoms, both cognitive and behavioral
- Psychoeducation on mental health conditions
- Discussion of lifestyle habits
- A psychosocial evaluation
- A family medical history
What Mental Health Conditions Do Psychiatrists Treat?
Other mental health conditions that psychiatrists can treat include the following:
- Mood disorders like major depression and postpartum depression
- Anxiety
- Panic disorder (panic attacks)
- Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD)
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Personality disorders
- Specific phobias
- Eating disorders
- Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
- Sleep disorders
- Addictions and substance abuse issues
Does Insurance Cover Psychiatry?
At Thriveworks in La Habra, CA, our team of mental health providers accept most major forms of health insurance coverage. If you’re not sure if your medical insurance plan covers mental health, Thriveworks can help answer your questions. For clients who are paying out-of-pocket, Thriveworks offers affordable self-pay rates.
Schedule Psychaitry at Thriveworks in La Habra, CA
Thriveworks psychiatric nurse practitioners in La Habra, CA can meet with first-time clients quickly, usually within the same week of their initial call, through secure, HIPAA-compliant online video conferencing technology. These telehealth appointments are just as effective as in-person psychiatry appointments.
Don’t wait to get the mental health support that you need and deserve. Thriveworks psychiatric nurse practitioners are here to help. Call today.
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