Psychiatry
Psychiatry focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Our team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants provides compassionate care for both children and adults.
What Is Psychiatry?
Psychiatry focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing mental health conditions. Our psychiatric team includes:
- Psychiatrists – Medical doctors specializing in mental health and substance use disorders
- Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants – Medical providers specially trained to provide psychiatric care
This team is qualified to assess both the medical and psychological aspects of mental health, order necessary tests, and prescribe medications as part of a personalized treatment plan.
Why Seek Psychiatric Care?
People turn to psychiatry for many reasons, including:
- Panic attacks or severe anxiety
- Feelings of sadness or hopelessness that won't go away
- Thoughts of self-harm or suicide
- Hallucinations or delusions
- Substance use concerns
Psychiatry Services We Offer:
At Signature Health, we provide a full range of psychiatric services, including:
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
- Follow-up appointments
- Medication management for mental health and substance use disorders
- Supportive therapy and psychoeducation
- Identification of underlying medical concerns
- Referrals to specialty care when needed
Is Psychiatry Right for You?
Your journey begins with an initial diagnostic assessment. During this session, we’ll review your medical and mental health history, discuss your needs, and recommend next steps.
If psychiatric care is appropriate, you’ll be scheduled for a psychiatric evaluation. This in-depth appointment allows time to:
- Gather a detailed medical history
- Formulate a diagnosis
- Develop a treatment plan tailored to you
If ongoing care is needed, our team will meet with you for brief sessions to monitor progress and manage medications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I get help as a new patient?
The first step is to start with an assessment. If you have 60 minutes available now, you can speak with a counselor over video for an assessment (Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm).
To schedule an appointment, call, chat or book your spot online.
Do you offer transportation?
Yes, to qualifying patients. Each of our locations is also located near a main bus route for patient convenience. If you are regularly unable to make it to your appointments because of lack of transportation, please let us know.
How do I pay for care?
Signature Health accepts:
- Medicaid
- Traditional Medicare
- Some Medicare Advantage plans
For patients without insurance, we offer a sliding fee scale program for those who qualify. This means payment is based on your income and household size. We can also help get new patients set up with Medicaid. See a list of accepted insurances.