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Our team is committed to providing comprehensive mental health services, tailoring each approach to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our psychiatrist diagnoses and treats depression, anxiety, ADHD, ADD, OCD and other disorders primarily using medication. Initial sessions are usually one hour and follow up sessions can range from 15-20 minutes to a full hour. Our doctors require a referral from a primary care physician, psychologist or licensed therapist before a client can be seen. Click on one of the options below to learn more.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Abuse<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Interactions in which one person behaves in a cruel, violent, demeaning, or invasive manner toward another person or an animal. The term most commonly implies physical mistreatment but also encompasses sexual and psychological (emotional) mistreatment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Addiction<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Addiction is a complex and insidious phenomenon that extends its grip into various aspects of an individual’s life. It is characterized by an overwhelming dependence on a substance, behavior, or activity, often to the detriment of one’s physical health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life. Behavioral addictions, encompassing activities like gambling or excessive gaming, share a similar pattern of uncontrollable urges and negative consequences. The impact of addiction extends beyond the individual, affecting relationships, work, and societal dynamics. Overcoming addiction requires a multifaceted approach, involving medical, psychological, and social interventions. Compassion, understanding, and support are crucial components in the journey towards recovery, as breaking free from the clutches of addiction often necessitates resilience, self-discovery, and a commitment to positive change.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>ADHD<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)\u00a0<\/strong>is one of the most common mental disorders affecting children. Symptoms of ADHD include inattention (not being able to keep focus), hyperactivity (excess movement that is not fitting to the setting) and impulsivity (hasty acts that occur in the moment without thought). ADHD also affects adults.<\/p>\n

An estimated 8.4% of children and 2.5% of adults have ADHD (Danielson, 2018; Simon, et al., 2009). ADHD is often first identified in school-aged children when it leads to disruption in the classroom or problems with schoolwork. It is more commonly diagnosed among boys than girls.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Anger<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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An emotion characterized by tension and hostility arising from frustration, real or imagined injury by another, or perceived injustice. It can manifest itself in behaviors designed to remove the object of the anger (e.g., determined action) or behaviors designed merely to express the emotion (e.g., swearing). Anger is distinct from, but a significant activator of, aggression<\/a>, which is behavior intended to harm someone or something. Despite their mutually influential relationship, anger is neither necessary nor sufficient for aggression to occur.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Anxiety<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Anxiety<\/strong>\u00a0is a normal reaction to stress. Mild levels can be beneficial in some situations. It can alert us to dangers and help us prepare and pay attention.<\/p>\n

Anxiety disorders<\/strong>\u00a0differ from normal feelings of nervousness or anxiousness and involve excessive fear or anxiety. Anxiety disorders are the most common of mental disorders and affect nearly 30 percent of adults at some point in their lives. Anxiety disorders can cause people into try to avoid situations that trigger or worsen their symptoms. Job performance, schoolwork and personal relationships can be affected.\u00a0However, anxiety disorders are treatable with a number of psychotherapeutic treatments. Treatment helps most people lead normal productive lives.<\/p>\n

There are several types of anxiety disorders: generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder with or without agoraphobia, specific phobias, agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder, separation anxiety disorder, and selective mutism.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Behavioral Issues<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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A pattern of disruptive behavior that generally falls within social norms and does not seriously impair a person\u2019s functioning.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Bipolar<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Bipolar disorder is a brain disorders that causes changes in a person\u2019s mood, energy, and ability to function. People with bipolar disorder experience intense emotional states that typically occur during distinct periods of days to weeks, called mood episodes. These mood episodes are categorized as manic\/hypomanic (abnormally happy or irritable mood) or depressive (sad mood). People with bipolar disorder generally have periods of neutral mood as well. When treated, people with bipolar disorder can lead full and productive lives.<\/p>\n

People without bipolar disorder experience mood fluctuations as well. However, these mood changes typically last hours rather than days. Also, these changes are not usually accompanied by the extreme degree of behavior change or difficulty with daily routines and social interactions that people with bipolar disorder demonstrate during mood episodes. Bipolar disorder can disrupt a person\u2019s relationships with loved ones and cause difficulty in working or going to school.<\/p>\n

Bipolar disorder is a category that includes three different diagnoses: bipolar I, bipolar II, and cyclothymic disorder.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Caregiver Support<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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The stress and other psychological symptoms experienced by family members and other nonprofessional caregivers in response to looking after individuals with mental or physical disabilities, disorders, or diseases.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Chronic Pain<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Pain that continues to occur despite all medical and pharmacological efforts at treatment. In many cases, the pain is initially caused by tissue damage or disease. The continuation of the pain is often the result of pathological changes in the central nervous system.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Communication Issues<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Communication is studied by cognitive and experimental psychologists, and\u00a0communication disorders<\/a>\u00a0are treated by mental and behavioral health therapists and by speech and language therapists. Communications is the discipline that studies the processes and systems involved in communication at both the interpersonal and broadly social levels, in the latter case paying particular attention to the publishing media and telecommunication systems (telephones, radio, television, Internet, etc.).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Depression<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable. Depression causes feelings of sadness and\/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. It can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems and can decrease a person\u2019s ability to function at work and at home.<\/p>\n

Depression symptoms can vary from mild to severe and can include:<\/p>\n