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633 people sought psychiatry/medication help at Grand Prairie in the last year

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Smink Achila

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What is your go-to approach in sessions?

My go-to approach for helping people in our medication check-ins is review compliance, review medication side effects, and then review the signs and symptoms that were the chief complaint during initial intake. I find the most benefit in utilizing open ended questioning because I get clients to open up more.

What is your typical approach to prescribing medications?

My approach to medication management is to start at a lower dose to minimize side effects and encourage compliance.

Do you teach clients any therapeutic tools in sessions?

I know my client is making meaningful progress in our session when they give me positive feedback. When they inform me that I will be taking this medication as prescribed because you have changed my life. I will also know that they are making meaningful progress by reporting absence of signs and symptoms impairing functioning.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement psychiatric treatment?

Client typically may benefit from complementary activities like Yoga, meditation and physical exercise to supplement medication management.

What should someone do to prepare for starting psychiatric care?

To prepare for the first session, a client should find a private place and set up their electronics and make sure everything is functioning. This will eliminate any anxiety that may compromise the intake process.

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 Grand Prairie, 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 Grand Prairie 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?

Sadness, heartbreak, fear, and anger are normal emotions. However, prolonged and intense feelings of unhappiness or distress can indicate a serious but treatable mental disorder. Psychiatric providers are trained to identify and treat these conditions, as well as help people navigate loss or trauma.

Psychiatric providers at Thriveworks can offer answers to your pressing questions about mental health. Call our office today to schedule a session with a board-certified psychiatric provider from Thriveworks Counseling in Grand Prairie, TX.

Mental Health Concerns Treated by Psychiatrists

Mental health services are useful for more than the most severe cases. Psychiatric providers see a wide variety of clients throughout their careers, from people with insomnia to those with difficulty concentrating. These issues, along with excessive worry, feelings of isolation, and sudden changes to appetite or weight, can be symptoms of specific disorders.

Common mental health conditions treated by psychiatrists include:

  • Major depressive disorder
  • Panic disorder
  • Postpartum depression
  • Generalized anxiety disorder
  • Seasonal affective disorder
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Social anxiety
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

If you’re experiencing symptoms associated with a mental health issue, it might be time to seek help. If you’re dealing with something that isn’t mentioned above, that’s ok. It’s normal if your situation doesn’t fit neatly on a bulleted list. A compassionate professional from Thriveworks Counseling in Grand Prairie, TX can listen to your unique concerns and guide you through challenging times.

What Does Psychiatric Treatment Involve?

Working with a psychiatrist or another psychiatric provider can help you address your mental and emotional wellbeing. Psychiatric providers are board-certified mental health professionals who can prescribe medications to treat conditions like depression and anxiety.

Equipped with a passion for helping others and a medical degree, they can diagnose, alleviate, and prevent behavioral, personality, and mood disorders. Psychiatric treatment can also include forms of therapy that help make it easier to live in the present and form strong connections with those around you.

Mental health treatment plans can involve:

  • Talk therapy: You’ve probably come across depictions of in-person talk therapy in books and television. Also known as psychotherapy, it’s used to uncover and address the environmental, behavioral, and genetic factors that cause mental illnesses. Talk therapy involves a guided conversation between client and psychiatrist targeted at improving the client’s mental state.
  • Prescription medicine: Psychiatric providers can prescribe medications that lessen or prevent the symptoms of certain mental disorders.
  • Strategies for daily life: A psychiatric provider may recommend lifestyle changes such as a steadier sleep schedule or a consistent exercise routine. They might ask you to incorporate journaling, breathing techniques, or communication skills into your life to help manage stress.

Every person who comes to therapy brings different experiences, values, and needs with them. Licensed psychiatrists acknowledge this and provide customized care for their clients in a compassionate, comfortable way.

Meeting with a psychiatric provider at Thriveworks on a short- or long-term basis can provide you with powerful support for managing mental illness and trauma. Call our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Grand Prairie, TX to get started.

Meet With a Thriveworks Psychiatric Provider in Grand Prairie, TX

Therapeutic treatment can transform lives. If you’ve been contemplating professional help, consider working with a psychiatric provider at Thriveworks Counseling. Our providers in Grand Prairie, TX, offer weekday, evening, and weekend appointments to help you find time for valuable mental health care.

Our psychiatric providers work with their clients through convenient online sessions by video. This flexibility allows many new clients to meet with a psychiatric provider within the same week of scheduling.

Thriveworks is proud to accept many forms of insurance. Are you looking for mental health support? Call our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Grand Prairie, TX to get started. We’ll help you schedule your first appointment with one of our psychiatric providers.

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 Grand Prairie therapists and counselors accept 43 insurance plans

  • APEX Memorial Hermann

  • ARIA | Covenant Management Systems

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • 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)

  • Carelon

  • Christus Health Plan Exchange

  • Christus Health Plan Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Grand Prairie
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

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4.5 Thriveworks Grand Prairie reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Read more Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Anonymous Thriveworks Client
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Grand Prairie is located on Post & Paddock Rd. We share a building with Lonestar Orthopedic Supply, Recovercare, and H&E Equipment. TX-360 runs east of us.

Phone number

(224) 257-3776

Languages spoken by TX providers

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

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Saturday 7:00am - 6:00pm
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