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 Centennial, CO 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 Centennial 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.
Need more help deciding?
The board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners at Thriveworks in Centennial, CO treat a wide variety of psychiatric disorders, including bipolar disorder (manic depression), personality disorders, major depressive disorder (MDD), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and many others.
Their goal is to help clients achieve maximum functioning in their relationships, occupations, and life pursuits. There shouldn’t be a stigma attached to the treatment of mental health conditions. Thriveworks psychiatric nurse practitioners offer compassionate, nonjudgmental, expert support. Reach out today to schedule your first session.
When Should I See a Psychiatrist?
If you are encountering difficulties at school, home, or work, you may not know whether you would most benefit from seeing a counselor, a social worker, a psychiatrist, or another licensed professional at Thriveworks in Centennial, CO. If your symptoms are acute or severe, they may indicate that you should be evaluated for a treatable mental disorder. These symptoms include the following:
- Difficulty paying attention or focusing
- Radical mood swings
- Persistent sadness lasting longer than two weeks
- Extreme fear or worry
- New eating behaviors
- Mania or hyperactivity
- Lethargy or low activity levels
- Hallucinations
- Difficulty sleeping or staying awake
- Repetitive behaviors
- Obsessions
A Thriveworks psychiatric nurse practitioner can talk through your symptoms with you and help determine whether you could benefit from psychiatric treatment.
Schedule Online Psychiatry at Thriveworks in Centennial, CO
If you think you may be experiencing the distressing symptoms of a mental health disorder, remember that early intervention is key. Reach out to an exceptional Thriveworks in Centennial, CO today and you could be seen by a psychiatric nurse practitioner as early as this week.
Thriveworks psychiatric nurse practitioners accept most major forms of health insurance. We look forward to helping you achieve your goals!
