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 Blacksburg, 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 Blacksburg 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 Can a Psychiatric NP Help?
In short, a psychiatric nurse practitioner (NP) can help you work through whatever is preventing you from living the life you want to live. Consider seeking help from an NP if you are dealing with any of the following concerns:
- Bipolar disorder
- Body image issues and eating disorders
- Low self-esteem
- Anger management issues
- Difficulty handling stress, anxiety, or depression
- Mood and emotional disorders
- Personality disorders
- Substance abuse
- Marital or relationship problems
- Struggles with your family or your children
- Difficulties handling life’s challenges
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Problems at work
- Social anxiety
- Phobias
- Trauma
This is by no means a complete list; the psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks in Blacksburg, VA deal with a wide range of problems relating to mental, emotional, and behavioral health. If you’re experiencing a mental health concern, we have a wealth of experience and knowledge to help you move forward.
What Does Psychiatric Treatment Involve?
Psychiatric NPs specialize in diagnosing and comprehensively treating a wide variety of mental health concerns. They can administer talk therapy services, prescribe medication, and sometimes therapy to fit the needs of their clients.
Our psychiatric NPs can also help their clients gain a new perspective on their thought patterns and history to understand how they may be impacting their current situation today.
Schedule a Psychiatry Appointment at Thriveworks in Blacksburg, VA
At Thriveworks, our caring staff wants to make it as easy as possible for you to experience quick diagnosis and treatment so you can be back on the road to recovery. When you call, you can often schedule your session with a provider within 7 days.
Our psychiatry sessions are virtual, so you can gain the benefits of therapy without leaving the comfort of your home. Simply choose your preference for video sessions.
Begin today by calling Thriveworks or scheduling with us online to take the first step on your mental health journey. We look forward to seeing you soon.
