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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 Houston, TX 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 Houston 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?

The licensed psychiatric providers at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX have the compassion, expertise, and experience to support people in the Houston area. Mental health conditions can limit your achievements and disrupt daily functioning. But with the proper psychiatric care, people can learn to manage their symptoms and get back to living their best life without interference. If you’d like support from a psychiatric provider, reach out to Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX.

What Does a Psychiatrist Do?

Psychiatry is the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health conditions. At Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX, psychiatric providers can assess clients for a wide variety of psychological and behavioral issues, including the following:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Panic disorder
  • Post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD)
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar disorder (manic depression)
  • Post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD)
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Personality disorders
  • Specific phobias
  • Anorexia and bulimia
  • Insomnia
  • Behavioral problems

Psychiatric providers often use the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) as a guide to exploring complex symptoms and figuring out the most effective ways to treat mental health conditions.

Are Psychiatrists Primary Care Doctors?

Psychiatric providers are not generally considered primary care doctors because their expertise is more specialized. Psychiatrists can, however, prescribe medications to clients who might benefit from pharmacological interventions. After all, they are medical doctors (MDs) who graduated from medical school. The licensed psychiatric providers at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX use a range of diagnostic tools to treat their clients. At an initial, lengthy consultation, a psychiatric provider and a client might do the following:

  • Discuss therapy goals
  • Discuss cognitive and behavioral symptoms
  • Talk comprehensively about mental health conditions and psychoeducate the client where information is lacking
  • Bring up lifestyle questions about substance use, diet, exercise, sleep, etc.
  • Take a full medical history
  • Conduct psychological tests
  • Take a family medical history to explore genetic factors that might contribute to mental health 
  • Evaluate the client’s core relationships, support system, and home life (psychosocial evaluation)

How Does a Psychiatrist Treat Anxiety?

Treatment plans for specific mental health conditions can vary widely depending on client feedback, the psychiatrist’s therapeutic approach, and the severity of the client’s symptoms. To treat anxiety, a psychiatric provider at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX will first do a full evaluation of the client. Then the psychiatric provider and client will work on developing a treatment plan together. For someone with moderate anxiety, a psychiatrist might recommend trying any of the following approaches:

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Medication treatment
  • Talk therapy
  • Medication and psychotherapy combined
  • Lifestyle changes, like increased exercise 
  • Psychosocial interventions
  • Holistic approaches like mindfulness or meditation
  • Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) 
  • Referral to a social worker or long term counselor
  • Referral to a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT)

Meet an Exceptional Psychiatrist at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX

The psychiatric providers at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX are all fully licensed, highly qualified, and recruited from the top 4% of mental health providers in the Houston area. Thriveworks hires psychiatric providers who are compassionate, responsive, and genuinely motivated to help clients achieve their objectives. 

When you call the Thriveworks office, you can schedule an appointment quickly. Most new clients can meet with a psychiatric provider within the same week of their initial call. Clients can access their Thriveworks provider by phone or email between appointments. Psychiatry sessions take place via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth software that enables clients to see their doctor face to face in a way that’s both comfortable and convenient. Thriveworks psychiatric providers accept most major forms of health insurance, leading to exceptional coverage and affordability. 

Don’t hesitate to ask for help when you’re experiencing a mental health condition. Everyone deserves exceptional health care. Call Thriveworks today.

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 Houston therapists and counselors accept 39 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • APEX Memorial Hermann

  • ARIA | Covenant Management Systems

  • Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas Exchange

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO

  • Buist Byars and Taylor (Employers Health Network)

  • Carelon

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Self-pay costs at Houston
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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★★★★★
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 Kingwood is located in the same building as Her Healthcare, Chris E. Perkins DDS, Spectacular Kids ABA Therapy & Consulting, Boyd Noel M.D. FACOG Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Amy C. Plummer Obstetrics & Gynecology. In the same plaza are other buildings, such as Kingwood Speech Pathology Services, Whittington Bridal, Independent Financial, and UT Physicians. We are near Royal Forest Drive and Kingwood Drive; where these roads intersect is a Wendy’s, Amegy Bank, Pei Wei Restaurant, Superglass Windshield Repair, and Carrabba’s Italian Grill.

Phone number

(346) 258-7101

Languages spoken by TX providers

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