availability-icon

Online

Psychiatric services (medication management) in Charlotte, NC

Get online psychiatric care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance.

Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance. Scheduling is easy — call our team and they’ll help you find your perfect match.

All Charlotte services

Connect with a therapist, psychiatrist or counselor near you
http://Thriveworks%20Parent%20award%20Logo%20for%20Best%20online%20psychiatry%20services%20for%20you%20&%20your%20family
http://Thriveworks%20Verywell%20Family%20Award%20Logo%20for%20Best%20Online%20Psychiatry%20for%202023

7,242 people sought psychiatry/medication help at Charlotte in the last year

Discover how starting psychiatry/medication therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Meet with a provider as soon as this week

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +21 more
Military / Veteran, Anger, Stress, Women’s Issues, Bipolar Disorder, +7 more

As a provider who believes that mental health care is not a one-size-fits-all approach, I understand the importance of providing person-centered and c... As a provider who believes that mental health care is not a one-size-fits-all approach, I understand the importance of providing person-centered and culturally-sensitive treatment. Read more

70 more psychiatric NPs available in North Carolina

Give us a call to schedule your next appointment, or browse through our full list of available providers.

Starting Psychiatry/medication

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 Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte 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?

Millions of successful, happy, loving people grapple with mental health issues in the U.S every single year. And many have found that speaking to a professional, such as a psychiatrist, has helped them confront the symptoms and their causes. They have learned that those symptoms do not define them.

If you’re struggling with symptoms of a mental health disorder, you don’t have to let them define you either. Consider making an appointment to speak with a psychiatric provider at Thriveworks in Charlotte, NC.

When Should I Consider Consulting With a Psychiatrist?

Psychiatrists perform a vital role in society. They specialize in studying, treating, and preventing mental health disorders. As medical doctors, psychiatrists can determine the effects of mental illness on your physical well-being (and vice versa) by monitoring changes in blood pressure, weight, and other physical symptoms.

They can treat anyone who is displaying symptoms, not just those whose conditions are the most severe. Psychiatrists treat your friends and neighbors, co-workers and acquaintances, even successful celebrities whose lives appear so perfect from a distance.

What might cause you to consider seeing a psychiatrist? No person’s symptoms are the same, either in appearance or severity, but these are some of the most common:

  • Feeling sad or withdrawn for a significant period of time
  • Considering self-harm
  • Panic attacks or sudden bouts of unexplained fear or anxiety
  • Risky, out-of-control, or self-destructive behavior
  • Unexplained weight gain or loss
  • Intense worry
  • Seeing or hearing things that aren’t there
  • Excessive alcohol or drug use

These and other symptoms can be debilitating but discussing them with a mental health professional can help. To get started, consider making an appointment with a psychiatric provider at Thriveworks in Charlotte, NC.

What Is the Role of a Psychiatrist?

Psychiatrists undergo a lengthy educational process including medical school and a four-year psychiatry residency, often conducted in hospitals or clinics. During this residency, psychiatrists treat people with a variety of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. Psychiatrists then take an exam administered by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology to become certified and must be recertified every ten years.

As medical doctors with this level of education, psychiatrists offer a unique perspective when assessing our mental health. They can comprehensively assess both psychological and physical symptoms, perform a physical examination, and administer a number of psychological tests to arrive at a diagnosis. Through this process, psychiatrists are able to differentiate specific mental disorders from other conditions whose symptoms might present as mental illnesses.

Upon diagnosing a mental health issue, psychiatrists can employ a variety of treatment methods. Psychotherapy and other kinds of talk therapy are common and can be customized for your specific needs. For example, a psychiatrist might suggest cognitive behavioral therapy to change unhealthy actions or patterns of behavior. Or they might use exposure therapy to help you work through a particular fear or phobia.

Psychiatrists also are licensed to prescribe medications if that is determined the best approach for your situation. If it is, your psychiatrist will work with you to ensure it is having the desired effect and can monitor for potential side effects.

At Thriveworks, our mental health professionals will customize a plan specifically for you. To get started, make an appointment today at Thriveworks in Charlotte, NC.

Schedule a Psychiatry Appointment at Thriveworks in Charlotte, NC

At Thriveworks, we want to make your experience as convenient and stress-free as possible. Our licensed psychiatric providers are available to help you online on weekdays, nights, and weekends at your convenience. New clients often can meet with their provider within 7 days of scheduling. Plus, our psychiatric providers conduct remote psychiatry appointments so you don’t have to leave home to attend a session, and they accept most major insurance plans, too.

Taking control of your mental health starts with accepting that you might need help. When you’re ready, call to see a psychiatric provider at Thriveworks in Charlotte, NC.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Charlotte therapists and counselors accept 23 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Caresource

  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance (CBHA)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

Show more
Self-pay costs at Charlotte
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.9 Learn about verified reviews
★★★★★
So far, I have enjoyed her attention to detail and how she's willing to unpack a certain things and not breast past them!
Angela Apr 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Her transparency and honesty, she is very kind and patient as well. She obviously cares alot about her patients wellbeing and health and relationships with others.
Sarah Apr 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Madison is very personable and made me feel very comfortable sharing personal information with her from our first appointment. She takes detailed notes and always makes sure to follow up on any events, concerns, feelings, or issues that I have previously brought to her attention. She has helped me work on finding coping mechanisms and making sure I am utilizing them weekly. I appreciate that she shares her own life experiences when they relate to my issues. She truly cares about what I am going through and finding ways to make life more enjoyable for me.
Read more Madison is very personable and made me feel very comfortable sharing personal information with her from our first appointment. She takes detailed notes and always makes sure to follow up on any events, concerns, feelings, or issues that I have previously brought to her attention. She has helped me work on finding coping mechanisms and making sure I am utilizing them weekly. I appreciate that she shares her own life experiences when they relate to my issues. She truly cares about what I am going through and finding ways to make life more enjoyable for me.
Brianna Apr 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I feel very comfortable with Yolanda and I appreciate her recommendations and her professionalism
Robyn Apr 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Madison is great at listening ad asking open ended questions to gain more information. Very personable and easy to talk to.
Jennifer Apr 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Dr. Ryan is awesome!
David Apr 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
My provider is very attentive and understanding. She helps me to sort out my feelings and get to the root of how I'm feeling.
Theresa Apr 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
My therapist, Kaylyn, really cares about me. I am dealing with the passing of my dad, and she has been there to help every step of the way!
Billy Apr 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review

Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Charlotte is near the corner of Park Road and Woodlawn Road. We are across the street from Starbucks and Exxon. Sharonview Federal Credit Union is the building next to our office.

Phone number

(980) 217-6901

Languages spoken by NC providers

  • English
Thursday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:00pm

Shown in ET

Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm

Shown in ET

7 photos

Find a provider ...