Psychiatric - Mental Health Services | Bellevue Psychiatric

 The simple truth is that psychiatrists do so much more than prescribe medication Psychiatrists are doctors whose specialty is mental health (depression is just one area of mental health they specialize in).

This means they can use treatments such as *Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) (see the note below this article for definitions of these terms), and they may prescribe medications.

Not all people with depression see a psychiatrist, but from my years of experience (over 20 years!) with depression, I have found that the combination of seeing a psychiatrist and taking antidepressants works best for managing my depression.

4 factors to consider when looking for a psychiatrist.

1. First, you will most likely need a referral from your primary care physician. But don’t worry, most primary care physicians already have a list of their preferred psychiatrists to refer you to. I use the word “preferred” because your doctor is an excellent source of referrals, as he often gets feedback from his patients about which psychiatrists work well. Also, your doctor will have heard from other doctors which psychiatrists get good feedback.

 2. Make it clear to your doctor whether you would prefer to see a male or a female psychiatrist. I say this because the first psychiatrist I was referred to was a man and I didn’t feel comfortable with him (or the next two male psychiatrists!). It’s really a personal choice. I find that I can be more open and say what I want to say with a female psychiatrist than with a male psychiatrist.

 3. Once you have a referral, call the psychiatrist’s office and make an appointment. Don’t be discouraged if you have to wait several weeks before getting an appointment, as that seems to be the usual time frame.

 4. Your first appointment (usually about 1 hour) with your psychiatrist is really a get-to-know-you meeting. The psychiatrist will ask you many questions so that he or she can better understand you and what your expectations are for treatment. It is unlikely that CBT will take place at this first appointment.

Statistics from the UK Health and Safety report show that more than 520,000 people in the UK suffer from work-related stress, anxiety or depression. Given these statistics, it is not difficult to understand why more and more people are seeking help for anxiety, anxiety disorders and depression.

What is Psychiatrist?

Treatment. Many people complain that they feel constantly stressed. This stress, which has built up over a long period of time, can often be the cause of a panic attack or anxiety attack.

In order for people to live happier and healthier lives, it is important that they learn how to manage the stress in their lives and treat their anxiety. One of the main reasons people with anxiety experience symptoms and sensations over a long period of time is their lack of understanding of anxiety. In addition, 

there is the negative stigma that society attaches to mental illness, as well as many fear stories made up by the media that cause many people to be afraid to talk about it and suffer in silence, often leading to depression.

There is no specific age, race, or gender for people who suffer from anxiety. Anxiety in children, teenagers, middle-aged people, and retirees in their 70s, 80s, and 90s is not uncommon. Although statistics show that women suffer from anxiety more often than men, it is a common belief that 

this is only because men are more reluctant to talk about their problems in public. With natural remedies for anxiety and the right help and guidance, all anxiety conditions, including social phobia, PSTD and GAD, can be overcome.