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 Ashland, 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 Ashland 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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How Effective Is Online Psychiatry?
Numerous peer-reviewed studies have shown that online psychiatry (also referred to as telepsychiatry) can be just as effective as in-person psychiatry. The psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks in Ashland, VA have adapted all their exceptional therapeutic practices for virtual (or telehealth) clients.
Almost all of the services of an in-person psychiatric NP, including diagnosis, medication management, and psychotherapy can be conducted online through Thriveworks in Ashland, VA.
What Are the Signs and Symptoms of a Potential Mental Health Condition?
Mental health conditions can present in several ways, including the following symptoms:
- Self-harming behaviors
- Addictions to sex or gambling
- Violent thoughts or actions
- Unmanageable anger
- Isolating yourself
- Obsessions or compulsions
- Hyperactivity
- Manic feelings or talking too fast
- Inability to experience pleasure (anhedonia)
- Lack of motivation
- Slowness of thought and/or movement
- Sad feelings that won’t go away
- Eating too much or too little
- Inability to sleep or stay awake
- Auditory or visual hallucinations
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Panic attacks
- Severe stress
How Does a Psychiatric NP Treat Mental Health Conditions?
The psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks in Ashland, VA conduct comprehensive evaluations of their clients before coming up with a treatment plan. Psychiatric treatments may include the following:
- Psychotropic medications like antidepressants, mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, or anti-anxiety drugs
- Psychotherapy techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Holistic remedies like exercise, meditation, and dietary modifications
A psychiatric NP at Thriveworks may only need to see you for brief, 15-minute medication management appointments to monitor the efficacy and potential side effects of medications. In that case, a psychiatric NP may refer you to a Thriveworks counselor or therapist for longer psychotherapy sessions.
Find a Licensed Psychiatric NP at Thriveworks in Ashland, VA
The psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks in Ashland, VA are ready to meet with you and offer compassionate, effective care and support for your mental health or behavioral condition. You do not need to suffer alone with your symptoms.
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