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 Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach 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.
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Who Needs Medication Management?
Psychiatric medications are often effective in treating common mental health conditions, such as:
- Anxiety
- Depression (and other mood disorders)
- Adjustment disorders
- Eating disorders
And the list doesn’t stop there. If you’re suffering from a mental health condition and think you could benefit from working with a psychiatric NP at Thriveworks Virginia Beach can help. They can diagnose, explain, and help to treat your presenting illness.
Meet With a Psychiatric NP at Thriveworks in Virginia Beach
If you’d like to see a psychiatric NP about prescribing, adjusting, or monitoring psychiatric medications, look no further than Thriveworks Virginia Beach. Our NPs are:
- Licensed
- Experienced
- Client-focused
Schedule a Psychiatry Appointment Today
If you’re ready to see the difference that a mental health professional can make, call our office in Virginia Beach to get started. Our support team will help you with the process: everything from setting up your insurance to booking your first session is made easy with their help.
And with help available seven days a week, we’ve taken the hassle out of signing up. Even better, Thriveworks opens the door to exclusive benefits, including:
- A fast response time from your provider’s office. Most of our clients have their first session within a week of calling in for the first time.
- Flexible appointment options, including those in the evenings and on the weekends.
- A wide range of accepted insurance options
Thriveworks Virginia Beach accepts many forms of insurance, and we’ll work with you to understand what your insurance will cover. Feel free to ask about insurance coverage when you call to schedule your appointment. Call Thriveworks Virginia Beach today or book online to get started.