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 Raleigh, 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 Raleigh 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?
At Thriveworks Counseling in Raleigh, NC, we offer well-rounded psychiatric care to our clients. We believe you should have access to the mental health services you need as soon as you need it. If you are struggling with symptoms of a mental health condition and feel like you might benefit from working with one of our team members, consider reaching out. You can get started with a psychiatric provider as soon as today.
Types of Mental Health Conditions Treated in Psychiatry
Maybe you have an eating disorder. Or perhaps you can’t focus at work and think you might have ADHD. The psychiatric providers at Thriveworks Counseling in Raleigh are trained and qualified to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health conditions. Some of those include:
- Eating Disorders: Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating
- Personality Disorders: Borderline personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, paranoid personality disorder
- Learning Disorders: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia
- Mood Disorders: Bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, minor depressive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder
- Anxiety Disorders: Generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder
Symptoms of Mental Health Conditions
This list does not encompass all of the areas that we can help you with. In some cases, you might not even know what you’re dealing with and need a professional’s guidance. Some signs and symptoms to be on the lookout for are:
- Substance abuse or addiction
- Thoughts of hurting other people or yourself
- Anxiety, worry, and fear
- Difficulty concentrating, paying attention, or remembering things
- Suicidal thoughts
- Experiencing hallucinations or delusions
- Obsessively thinking
- Difficulty adjusting after major life changes, stress, or loss
If you are the right fit for medication, your psychiatric provider will ensure you know exactly when you should take it, how much of it, if you should eat food with your prescription or not, and so on.
Our psychiatric team also offers treatment online by video, so you can get the help you need from wherever you are: home, your office, or another private space. Whatever option you choose, know that you’re in great hands.
Work With a Psychiatric provider at Thriveworks Counseling in Raleigh, NC
You can get started with one of our psychiatric providers as soon as today if you call to schedule your appointment right now. In addition to same- and next-day appointments, Thriveworks Counseling in Raleigh can offer other benefits, like:
- Evening and weekend appointments
- Flexible cancellations
- Access to your provider between sessions as needed
- Exclusive access to videos and other helpful resources
- No waitlist
When you’re ready, book online or call (919) 424-6045 to schedule your first appointment. We look forward to hearing from you.
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