Mental health issues impact the way a person is able to interact with life. They have a host of causes, ranging from traumatic experiences to genetic predispositions. A psychiatrist is a professional who can help people identify and learn more about their mental illness, then work out a way to deal with it. That's what we do here at Northwest Psychiatry of Austin, TX. Our resident psychiatrist, Dr. Arivinder Walia and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners Wendy Lowry and Mallori Hernandez, is an expert in his field. Read on to learn how a psychiatrist's treatment can improve your mental health.
A Psychiatrist can Help You Understand Your Experiences
Psychiatrists specialize in various ways to lead their patients into self awareness. They listen to their patients' stories and provide insights the patient may have overlooked. This can help them identify symptoms, recurring themes and thought patterns, and other influences on life experiences. Various forms of psychotherapy are especially effective at this. A psychiatrist is also able to diagnose any mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, and others. They'll then be able to determine an effective course of treatment.
Dr. Walinda is an extremely accomplished medical professional. He's helped thousands of patients overcome their psychological challenges, and even teaches up and coming psychiatric nurse practitioners. When you work with Northwest Psychiatry in Austin, TX, know that your mind is in good hands.
A Psychiatrist can Prescribe Medications
Only psychiatrists, not psychologists, are licensed to prescribe mental health medications. Although medications are not usually a substitute for treating the underlying cause of mental health issues, they serve as an important way to cope. This makes life easier and can even lead to resolving the underlying issue more quickly. A good psychiatrist will be able to diagnose their patient's mental health condition and prescribe medication that can help them. Be sure to ask the doctor any questions during this part of treatment.
If you think you could benefit from a psychiatrist's help in the Austin, TX, area, contact Northwest Psychiatry today. Our philosophy is to pay attention to each patient's unique needs, meaning we really care about each person who comes through our door. We believe in long term solutions.
If you'd like to see what Dr. Walia and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners Wendy Lowry and Mallori Hernandez has to offer you, set up your initial consultation today. Simply call (512) 342-7979 or book online by following this link. We look forward to hearing from you.