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 Towson, MD 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 Towson 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.
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Towson, MD Psychiatry – Meet With Board-Certified Psychiatric Providers
Psychiatrists and other psychiatric providers help people every single day with a wide range of mental health problems. They specialize in diagnosing, treating, and even preventing the development of mental health conditions.
If you think that you could benefit from psychiatric care, consider scheduling an appointment at Thriveworks in Towson, MD. Our psychiatric nurse practitioners can meet with you online for the majority of your appointments. This convenient service is available at Thriveworks today–reach out today to book your first session.
Should I Schedule a Psychiatry Appointment?
You should consider scheduling a psychiatry appointment at Thriveworks in Towson, MD if you are experiencing any of the following:
- Anxious, uncontrollable thoughts
- Addictive behaviors or habits
- Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Trouble falling or staying asleep
- Depressive thoughts and feelings
- Thoughts of self-harm
- Symptoms of an eating disorder
Your psychiatric provider will want to hear about every symptom that you are experiencing. This will enable them to make a proper diagnosis and come up with an effective treatment plan. Then, they can administer this treatment and help you live better.
What Is Medication Management?
Psychiatrists and other psychiatric providers are able to prescribe medication or offer medication management, unlike most other mental health providers. Medication proves to be an effective treatment for a range of mental health conditions including:
- Eating disorders, like anorexia and bulimia
- Depressive disorders, like major depression and seasonal affective disorder
- Bipolar disorder
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Panic disorder
If you are experiencing symptoms of any of these mental health conditions, it’s important to talk to a mental health professional. Psychiatrists and other psychiatric providers are in a unique position in which they can provide diagnosis as well as multiple forms of treatment for mental health conditions, which include therapy and medication.
Work with an Online Psychiatrist at Thriveworks in Towson, MD
Thriveworks Counseling in Towson, MD would be happy to set you up with an online psychiatric provider. We help people just like you every single day to better manage their conditions and live happier.
To schedule a psychiatry appointment, just call our Towson office. Our scheduling team is here to help you set up a session at your convenience. You can also book online–the choice is yours.
