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8,194 people sought psychiatry/medication help at Austin in the last year

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Starting Psychiatry/medication in Austin

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 Austin, TX 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 Austin 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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Austin, TX Psychiatry – Meet with Board-Certified Psychiatric Providers

Psychiatric providers are able to prescribe medications, which can be helpful in many situations, such as when you’re struggling from depression or anxiety. That said, there is a misconception that psychiatrists and other providers only deal with the most serious mental health issues. While they are trained and able to deal with extreme situations, they can also be helpful in more common disorders.

If you’re struggling with symptoms of a mental health condition or another mental health challenge, consider reaching out to Thriveworks in Austin, TX. We can get you scheduled with a psychiatric provider right away who can offer the help you’re looking for.

Psychiatrists can assist with:

  • Addiction issues
  • Anxiety disorders, including panic attacks
  • Autism and other developmental disorders in children
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Personality disorders
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • Schizophrenia

Whatever you find yourself or your loved one facing, a Thriveworks Austin psychiatrist is able to help.  We have trained, licensed professionals available to put their expertise to work for you.

We understand that it is difficult to place that first call for help.  With respect to this hurdle, we often have appointments available within the same week for new clients. Help is simply a call or click away.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Austin accept 52 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Buist Byars and Taylor (Employers Health Network)

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Self-pay costs at Austin
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

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Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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I've loved how extremely useful everything is.
Samantha Jul 2025
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She's very easy to talk to and very attentive I was always skeptical about unloading my though but she has made that easy for me and when I'm done I feel a large weight off my chest and a lot more clear headed
Corey Jun 2025
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I appreciate the effort my provider displays to best understand her client/ me the most. It's very validating and reassuring that what I say and how I feel matters.
Brooke Jun 2025
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ERIN Is very insightful and amazingly alert listener she responds very clearly and precisely to my concerns. She helps me to clarify within myself in my own thoughts and emotions. I appreciate Erin and Thriveworks very much.
Dolores Jun 2025
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Therapy has never helped me until I found Simone! I've truly never felt more listened to, understood and I'm actually getting better now!
Tristen Jun 2025
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My therapist is sincere and helpful she validates my feelings and makes me feel heard , she understands my struggles and helps me with the tools she has in the best way possible she is literally such a hero and has made myself feel more at peace and comfort in helping my anger and anxiety
Read more My therapist is sincere and helpful she validates my feelings and makes me feel heard , she understands my struggles and helps me with the tools she has in the best way possible she is literally such a hero and has made myself feel more at peace and comfort in helping my anger and anxiety
Savannah Jun 2025
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Loving the tools, they are very helpful.
Genevieve Jun 2025
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Cassandra- my provider, is amazing. She doesn't give me any answers, she just helps me process through them and helps me come up with the answers I need. She truly is an amazing provider and she makes a point to reflect on what she heard, give a little bit of feedback, then ask how the client feels about it.
Read more Cassandra- my provider, is amazing. She doesn't give me any answers, she just helps me process through them and helps me come up with the answers I need. She truly is an amazing provider and she makes a point to reflect on what she heard, give a little bit of feedback, then ask how the client feels about it.
Ava Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Austin is located on Crown Colony Dr, off of Monarch Hwy. We share a building with Onion Creek Homeowners Association and other businesses. Sullivan Park is nearby.

Phone number

(512) 601-5856

Languages spoken by TX providers

  • Italian
  • Portuguese
  • English
  • Spanish
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