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 Joliet, IL 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 Joliet 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?
If you’re here, you may be looking to connect with a psychiatrist to address your mental health concerns. At Thriveworks in Joliet, IL our psychiatric team is ready to help you. They’re available to meet with you online by video, so you can get personalized mental health care from home, the office, or on the go.
Discover how psychiatric services can benefit you. Uninsured residents can access Thriveworks’ mental health services here, while residents with insurance can schedule an appointment here (where any out-of-pocket expenses will be covered).
Will Talking to a Psychiatrist Help?
Anyone can benefit from talking with a psychiatrist about the issues that they’re struggling to cope with. Just like talking with a physician about your body’s health, psychiatrists are able to help you better manage your mental health—which is just as important. If you’re not familiar with what a psychiatrist is, they:
- Are medical doctors, in addition to often being licensed mental health professionals
- Can prescribe helpful medication that assists clients in managing the harmful symptoms of mental health conditions
- Are often the preferred treatment method for emotional or behavioral conditions such as major depression or ADHD
Not everyone who talks with a psychiatric provider will be prescribed medication, and your treatment options will depend on your own preferences and needs. By talking openly about what’s bothering you, you can help to provide your Thriveworks psychiatric nurse practitioner with the information they need to help you manage your mental health challenges.
Could I Benefit from Psychiatry?
You may consider our psychiatric services if you’re suffering from the symptoms of:
- ADHD
- PTSD
- Eating disorders
- OCD
- Depression
- Social anxiety
- And many other mental health conditions
By scheduling an initial appointment to connect with one of our trained providers, you can start moving toward a renewed emotional balance and work to improve your coping skills through therapy or medication management options.
You can rest easy knowing that your conversations will be kept confidential — our online sessions adhere to the same strict HIPAA privacy regulations as our in-person sessions do.
Schedule Your First Psychiatric Session at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL
We’ll help to connect you with one of our industry-leading professionals at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL. Our psychiatric nurse practitioners will listen in order to address your concerns and work with your feedback to treat the symptoms you’re struggling with.
If psychiatric services could offer you newfound relief and quality of life, reach out to us to start taking the steps towards wellbeing. Uninsured residents can access Thriveworks’ mental health services here, while residents with insurance can schedule an appointment here (where any out-of-pocket expenses will be covered).
Mental health conditions can be painful to try and manage on our own, and if left untreated, many mental health symptoms can cause damage to both ourselves and to our personal lives. There’s no need to struggle with managing what’s troubling you by yourself. Turn to the guidance and professional insight of one of our psychiatric nurse practitioners at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL.
