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 Chesapeake, VA 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 Chesapeake 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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Who Can Psychiatric NPs Help?
Psychiatric nurse practitioners (NPs) specialize in diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders. In other words, these professionals focus on helping people manage their mental illnesses. There are many reasons one might seek help from a psychiatric NP such as:
- Panic attacks
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Night terrors
- Suffering postpartum
- Suicidal thoughts
In a nutshell, people might reach out to a psychiatric NP if they begin experiencing symptoms of a mental illness. Some common illnesses that can be remedied with medication include major and minor depression, generalized anxiety, panic attack disorder, and postpartum depression/anxiety.
What Is Medication Management and Why Is It Important?
Medication management is designed to ensure that the individual is taking their medication properly and benefitting as a result. The psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks Counseling in Chesapeake, VA meet a few main objectives in medication management, which include:
- Assessing the individual and understanding what they need, based on their symptoms, their medical history, and so on
- Developing a plan for treatment, based on their assessment
- Telling their client exactly how to take their medication
- Communicating with their client regularly to ensure optimal effects
The psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks Counseling in Chesapeake, VA are dedicated to providing their clients with the personalized care that they need and deserve. If you choose to start a relationship with one of our professionals, they will work to understand what you’re experiencing and how they can best assist you.
Schedule a Psychiatry Appointment at Thriveworks Counseling in Chesapeake, VA
Thriveworks Counseling doesn’t just offer counseling. We can offer medication management as well as other psychiatric services, too. To get started with an online psychiatric NP at Thriveworks Counseling in Chesapeake, VA, just call our office or book online today.
