Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, all appointments are conducted through secure telehealth visits. Telehealth allows patients to meet with a psychiatrist from the comfort of their home while maintaining privacy and convenience.
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Yes. Telehealth psychiatry allows patients in Missouri to meet with a psychiatrist through secure video appointments. Telehealth makes it easier to access mental health care without needing to travel to an office.
Patients must be physically located in Missouri at the time of the appointment.
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Yes. I accept many insurance plans through Headway. Headway allows patients to check their insurance coverage and schedule appointments online. If you prefer not to use insurance, private pay appointments are also available.
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Psychiatrists diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions. Common conditions treated include:
Anxiety disorders
Depression
ADHD
Bipolar disorder
OCD
PTSD and trauma-related disorders
Panic disorder
Insomnia
Treatment may include medication management, psychotherapy, or a combination of approaches depending on each patient’s needs.
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Yes. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medications for mental health conditions. When clinically appropriate and allowed by current telehealth regulations, medications may be prescribed during telehealth appointments.
Treatment plans are individualized and may include medication, psychotherapy, or both depending on the patient’s needs.
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Yes. I evaluate and treat ADHD in adults. Treatment may include medication management, behavioral strategies, and discussion of lifestyle factors that can improve attention and functioning.
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Yes, when clinically appropriate and when permitted by current telehealth prescribing regulations. ADHD treatment plans are individualized and may include stimulant or non-stimulant medications.
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The first appointment is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. During this visit we will review your symptoms, medical history, prior treatments, and goals for care. Together we will develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Initial appointments are typically longer than follow-up visits to allow time for a thorough assessment.
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Yes. Psychiatrists are trained in both medication management and psychotherapy. Some patients benefit from medication, some from therapy, and many from a combination of both.
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This practice does not provide emergency services. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.