Psychiatry Services
in NYC
- Individuals
- Couples
- Minors
- Families
- Medication Management
Sometimes, getting a full picture of your mental health from a medical perspective is important. The dedicated team at Thriving Center of Psychology provides comprehensive psychiatric consultation services and medication management for patients in New York (more locations coming soon!). Learn more by booking an appointment online today or calling to speak with a team member.
Psychiatry At Thriving Center Of Psychology
Take control of your mental health today. For some, talk therapy works best in combination with medication management. Our approach to psychiatry is collaborative and evidence-based to provide individualized care. Treatment can include lifestyle and therapy recommendations and, if necessary, medication.
Specialties include
Anxiety disorders, Mood disorders , Depression, Phobias , Trauma, Autism, Schizophrenia , Substance use , Eating disorders, ADHD , and Bipolar.
Common Myths About Psychiatry
A common misconception is that people who see a psychiatrist will automatically be prescribed medication. However, often the consultation is a discussion with a client educating them on their symptoms from a medical point of view; it’s not a guarantee that you will be prescribed medication.
Common Myths About
Medication Management
Myth 1: Psychiatric Medication Will Make Me An Addict
Excluding anxiolytic medication (a class of medications used to prevent and treat anxiety disorders), most psychiatric medication is non-addictive. Drugs that are known to be addictive produce feelings of euphoria, an intense desire to continue using the drug, and require a higher dosage in order to achieve a similar effect the more you use them. This is not true for psychiatric medications.
Myth 2: Psychiatric Medication Will Change Who I Am As A Person
Some people believe that psychiatric medications may change their personality and who they are as a person. Psychiatric medications, however, do not change who people are but help decrease the barriers to mental health so people can live a fulfilled life.
All of our prescribers at Thriving Center of Psychology are experts in their field, and all of our Psychiatrists are Board-Certified. Quality of care is our utmost priority, and we make sure our clients are educated and given all the tools to be successful in their everyday lives.
Common Medications
There are many evidence-based therapies available, but some of the most common ones include the following:
Antidepressant Medications
Antidepressant Medications – medication for depressive symptoms, but can also help with anxiety or ADHD. The most commonly used antidepressant medications are Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI).
- Fluoxetine (Prozac)
- Venlafaxine (Effexor XR)
- Duloxetine (Cymbalta)
- Citalopram (Celexa)
Stimulant Medications
Stimulant Medications include
- Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine)
- Methylphenidate (Concerta)
- Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)
- amphetamine/dextroamphetamine (Adderall)
Antidepressant Medications
Antidepressant Medications used for acute and chronic treatments for psychosis or psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and distorted thinking.
- Aripiprazole (Abilify)
- Clozapine (Versacloz)
- Olanzapine (Zyprexa)
- Quetiapine (Seroquel)
- Risperidone (Risperdal)
- Ziprasidone (Geodon)
Anti-Anxiety Medications
Anti-Anxiety Medications – acute and chronic cases of anxiety disorders
- Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium)
- Clonazepam (Klonopin)
- Buspirone (BuSpar)
- Lorazepam (Ativan)
- Beta Blockers
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Psychiatric Consultation FAQ
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing mental health disorders and determining the correct route of treatment. They focus on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders.
Common reasons to see a psychiatrist include a sudden onset or increase in the intensity of mental health symptoms. Other signs that you may need to speak with a psychiatrist include, but are not limited to:
- Trouble regulating or controlling your emotions
- Loss of interest in activities you previously enjoyed
- Risk of harm to yourself or others
- Substance abuse (drugs or alcohol)
- Excess anxiety or sadness
The difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist is that a psychiatrist is a medical doctor and can prescribe medication. A psychologist is not a medical doctor and cannot prescribe. Instead, they provide therapy to help patients.
An initial consultation with a psychiatrist may cost upwards of $700 in most metropolitan cities such as NYC and LA. At Thriving Center of Psychology, depending on your state, the first session costs $550-$600. We offer a 50% discount for the initial session to clients also seeing one of our therapists. Our follow-up sessions cost $400.
During a psychiatric consultation, you will receive an individualized treatment plan that may include evidence-based psychotherapy or, if necessary, medication. Our goal is to help clients better understand and cope with their symptoms and set them up for the best path to living a fulfilled life.
The psychiatric services team specialize in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic mental health disorders. Thriving Center of Psychology offers telehealth and same-day appointments.
