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 Rochester, MN 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 Rochester 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?
Some people think mental health help is only for those with severe mental illnesses. In reality, therapy and psychiatry can be for anyone who wants to make a positive change in their life. Our board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners have spent years developing techniques and treatment methods to help people face their challenges and discover what’s missing.
When you’re ready to begin, call us at Thriveworks in Rochester, MN to schedule an appointment with a remote psychiatric nurse practitioner. We know we can create something powerful together.
Who Can Psychiatry Help?
There are other common reasons people attend online psychiatry sessions, including:
- Separation anxiety disorder and other anxiety disorders
- Major depressive disorder and other depressive disorders
- Substance abuse and addicting behaviors
- Mental, physical, and emotional abuse
- Narcissistic personality disorders and other personality disorders
- Bipolar disorder and other mood disorders
- Learning disabilities
- Eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia
- Insomnia and other sleep disabilities
What Kind of Psychiatric Treatment Can I Expect?
When you receive care from a licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner, you can expect a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific situation. You may be prescribed medication or guided through one or more types of therapy.
In addition to medication and therapy, your provider may also suggest self-care techniques such as improved nutrition, avoiding coffee and other stimulants, and creative exercises. You can schedule an online appointment with a Thriveworks provider in Rochester, MN to begin your own healing journey as soon as you’re ready.
Schedule Psychiatry at Thriveworks in Rochester, MN Today
There will always be challenges in life; how we handle those challenges is up to us. When you need additional support, Thriveworks is here to give you the support to overcome your mental or emotional issues.
Our online psychiatric providers are available seven days a week, in the mornings, afternoon, and evenings. We accept a variety of insurance plans and also offer a flexible cancellation policy should you need to reschedule your appointment. When you’re ready to get started, schedule an appointment with us at Thriveworks in Rochester, MN.
