What is psychiatry?
Psychiatry specializes in focusing on the management of mental, emotional, and behavioral health disorders.
At Healthy Mind Psychiatry, Dr. Sreepathi understands how to evaluate complex medical and psychological information to provide you with an accurate diagnosis for those aged 14 and older.
He offers careful and compassionate consultations and examinations that provide effective, personalized treatment plans to give you the best care possible. When under Dr. Sreepathi’s care, you can have your health and self-confidence restored, helping you live a happy and thriving life.
Is psychiatry right for me?
Common signs to look for that might indicate you could benefit from psychiatric care include:
- Thoughts of self-harm
- Persistent negative thoughts
- Obsessive thought patterns
- Intense feelings of sadness
- Intense anxiety
- Chronic fearfulness
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Trouble adjusting to change
- Hallucinations
- Hyperactivity
- Lack of emotional control
You should also consider making an appointment with Dr. Sreepathi if you notice significant changes in your appetite or sleep patterns or start to withdraw from those you’re close to.
If you find yourself having thoughts of suicide, call 911 immediately.
What does psychiatry treat?
At Healthy Mind Psychiatry, Dr. Sreepathi uses his psychiatry expertise to treat disorders that include:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Addiction
- Eating disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Autism
- Schizophrenia
Mental conditions aren’t just limited to the list above. If you have any concerns about your mental, emotional, or behavioral feelings or actions during your everyday life, don’t hesitate to reach out to Healthy Mind Psychiatry. Taking that first step could be the answer to changing your life.
How is psychiatry treated?
Dr. Sreepathi offers a holistic and integrative approach at Healthy Mind Psychiatry. Based on his extensive research and training, he provides evidence-based therapies for successful results.
Treatments might include:
- Psychotherapy (talk therapy)
- Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy
- Ketamine infusions
- Prescribed medications
Treatments vary depending on the severity of your condition.
Dr. Sreepathi can also treat substance abuse disorders with Suboxone® and Vivitrol® to help ease the effects of withdrawal.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Sreepathi, book an appointment online or call the friendly office staff today. You can also make a telepsychiatry appointment if you need a more convenient option.
