Psychiatry is a field of mental health that focuses on the study and the treatment of mental health conditions, emotional disturbances, and abnormal behaviors. Medical professionals who specialize in this field are called psychiatrists, and they can help people get their mental health back on track.
Most often, psychiatrists assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders in their patients. You might be wondering, “Should I talk to a psychiatrist?” or “Could I benefit from consulting a psychiatrist?” To answer these questions, consider these:
- Have you been experiencing symptoms of a mental illness?
- Are you feeling “off” but you aren’t sure why?
- Have you displayed behaviors that are uncharacteristic of your personality?
- Do you feel like you’ve lost control of your thoughts, feelings, or actions?
If the answer is yes, you could benefit from talking to a psychiatrist. Remember, these professionals are well-versed in hundreds of mental illnesses. They are experts at assessing symptoms and attributing them to the proper diagnosis. Most importantly, they’re experts at treating their clients based on their specific needs.
Thriveworks Counseling in El Paso, TX can set you up with a psychiatrist right now. Yes, right now. All you have to do is call our office to speak with one of our scheduling specialists. The best part is you can look forward to talking to a psychiatrist about what you’re going through over the phone or video. Our psychiatrists work with their clients in telehealth sessions, which takes off the pressure and makes mental health help more convenient.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Health Problems
Psychiatrists can diagnose and treat their clients, thanks to their many years in school and residency. They rely on a range of psychological tests and their clients’ self-report of symptoms to assess symptoms and make the proper diagnosis. Then, from there, they can design a plan for treatment that addresses the individual’s needs.
Psychiatrists are qualified to utilize a variety of mental health treatments to help their clients. Often, though, treatment involves psychotherapy, medication, or both. Psychiatrists can prescribe medication and offer their clients medication management. This differentiates them from other mental health professionals and further solidifies their importance.
Often, psychotherapy is a good fit for most people with mental health problems. This process involves talking to a mental health professional about one’s problems. These conversations enable the client and the therapist to better identify the root causes of said problems. They also support the client and the therapist in working together to address the problems. Medication, on the other hand, is often prescribed to lessen the individual’s symptoms while they complete their work with their therapist.
What Problems Can a Psychiatrist Address?
As you can probably guess at this point in our conversation, psychiatrists can help their clients address a wide range of mental health problems. They are equipped to evaluate, diagnose, and treat the following…
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Bipolar disorder
- Eating disorders
- Addiction and substance abuse
- Suicidal thoughts
- Memory problems
- Hallucinations and delusions
- Insomnia and hypersomnia
- PTSD
There are additional problems that psychiatrists can help with; providing a full list would be nearly impossible. In summary, if you are experiencing a problem that affects your mental or emotional wellbeing, you should talk to a psychiatrist.
The psychiatrists at Thriveworks Counseling in El Paso, TX are not just experienced and skilled, they truly care about their clients. And they work hard to offer their clients a comfortable space for opening up about their mental health issues.
Schedule an Appointment with an Online Psychiatrist at Thriveworks in El Paso, TX
Thriveworks Counseling in El Paso, TX is here to meet all of your mental health needs. If you think you could benefit from consulting a psychiatrist, call us. We’ll set you up with one of our online psychiatrists right away. These professionals are standing by to help you, over the phone or video.
We are honored to help you on this important journey. If you’re ready to schedule an appointment, reach out to us now.
