What is psychiatry?
Psychiatry is a branch of medicine that focuses specifically on the medical and psychotherapeutic treatment of mental conditions and disorders.
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 Lakewood, OH specifically offer online psychiatry to their clients.
Does psychiatry deal with anxiety?
Psychiatrists are among the mental health professionals who can prescribe anxiety medication, and they are also capable of offering therapeutic treatment for anxiety as well, though not every psychiatric professional offers therapy. Medication management can be offered via in-person or online psychiatry.
What is the difference between a mental health therapist and psychiatrist?
A therapist has an education specifically rooted in therapeutic practice, approaches, techniques, and treatment. They cannot prescribe medications for clients, thought 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's the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychologists and psychiatrists receive differing educations, as psychologists are not medically trained the same way that psychiatrists are. Psychologists mainly specialize in providing therapy services and diagnoses for mental disorders — something that most therapists cannot provide — while psychiatrists manage medications and sometimes provide therapy services. The main difference is that psychologists (generally) cannot prescribe medications the way psychiatrists can.
Do psychiatric NPs treat mental disorders?
Psychiatric nurse practitioners (NPs) treat and diagnose disorders, prescribe and manage medications, and offer psychotherapy services, too.
How do psychiatriac 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.
Is psychiatry/medication conducted in person or online?
At Thriveworks, we offer online psychiatry as well as in-person therapy services for optimal comfort and convenience.
How long does psychiatry last?
Psychiatric services at Thriveworks Lakewood 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 years. treatment length is heavily dependent on the condition(s) being treated, the course of treatment, and the client's goals for treatment.
Need more help deciding?
Are your thoughts and behaviors “normal” or do they need to be modified a bit so you can live a more fulfilling life? A psychiatrist can help diagnose, treat, and even prevent mental health disorders that might be affecting your happiness.
Psychiatrists and other psychiatric providers are trained to identify underlying physical conditions that can affect your feelings and behavior. In addition to diagnosing mental health disorders, they can also prescribe medication to treat them effectively. And at Thriveworks, you can look forward to receiving their care online because our psychiatric nurse practitioners work with their clients in a virtual environment over video. If you’re interested in scheduling a telepsychiatry appointment, give Thriveworks in Lakewood, OH a call.
What Conditions Can a Psychiatrist Treat?
A Thriveworks psychiatric nurse practitioner in Lakewood, OH, is trained to diagnose and treat the following conditions:
- Bipolar I and II disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Clinical depression
- Borderline personality disorder
- Anorexia
- Bulimia
- Schizophrenia
- Trauma
- Insomnia
- Addiction
- Self-harm
- Hyperactivity
The above list is not definitive. And disorders aren’t mutually exclusive. Mental health issues and symptoms are often interconnected. In any case, our psychiatric nurse practitioners at Thriveworks in Lakewood, OH can help.
Do Psychiatrists and Psychologists Work Together?
Psychiatrists may diagnose a condition, then refer you to a therapist or another provider for regular counseling sessions. They may collaborate with another member of your mental health team on medication management and compliance.
Psychiatric treatment isn’t one-size-fits-all, and it can change over time. Not every client needs to be on psychiatric medication forever. Other clients find that they can be on medication long-term with few side effects. And some clients don’t require medication at all and find that they benefit solely from talk therapy with a Thriveworks counselor or psychologist in Lakewood, OH. It all depends on your assessment and your specific needs.
Schedule Psychiatry at Thriveworks in Lakewood, OH
When you work with Thriveworks in Lakewood, OH, you get the benefit of convenient telepsychiatry appointments. Many clients find that they’re more comfortable speaking to a doctor from the comfort of home, via video chat. And fortunately, Thriveworks accepts medical insurance for online psychiatry. Plus it’s easier to schedule so as not to cause work disruptions.
It’s never too late to ask for help from a mental health expert. When your car breaks down, you take it to the mechanic. When you’re suffering emotionally, you reach out to Thriveworks in Lakewood, OH. Our mental health providers, including licensed psychiatric nurse practitioners, have the extensive training and experience to address the struggles in your life.
Reach out today to schedule your first appointment.
