Psychiatrists in Texas
Ekaete Oyeka
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77084 (Online Only)
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who believes in each client's uniqueness, and ensures a holistic treatment based on individual needs. I specialize in treating psychiatric disorders including, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Bipolar, PTSD and ADHD in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry. I am very passionate about contributing to the improvement of community's health utilizing evidence-based approach mental health care to patients. I am accepting patients, including short notice appointments.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who believes in each client's uniqueness, and ensures a holistic treatment based on individual needs. I specialize in treating psychiatric disorders including, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Bipolar, PTSD and ADHD in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry. I am very passionate about contributing to the improvement of community's health utilizing evidence-based approach mental health care to patients. I am accepting patients, including short notice appointments.
Lisa D'Amura
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, Dr Whit
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
She has a passion for providing compassionate care to clients with depression, anxiety and mood disorders.
Lisa D’Amura is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She earned both her Bachelors (2003) and Masters (2017) Degrees of Nursing from The University of Texas at Austin. She has experience working with a wide variety of patients in both in-patient and out-patient mental health. Before her move to psychiatric nursing Lisa was a Registered Nurse, Lactation Consultant and volunteer with a grassroots mental health organization-PSI.
She has a passion for providing compassionate care to clients with depression, anxiety and mood disorders.
Lisa D’Amura is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She earned both her Bachelors (2003) and Masters (2017) Degrees of Nursing from The University of Texas at Austin. She has experience working with a wide variety of patients in both in-patient and out-patient mental health. Before her move to psychiatric nursing Lisa was a Registered Nurse, Lactation Consultant and volunteer with a grassroots mental health organization-PSI.
VIP Integrative Health Care
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP-BC, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219 (Online Only)
Tele Health Virtual Visits Available! New patients are welcome! Same day/Next day appointments available! Call us for Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management, Prescriptions, Addiction, and Anxiety/Depression/Bipolar Disorder
Tele Health Virtual Visits Available! New patients are welcome! Same day/Next day appointments available! Call us for Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management, Prescriptions, Addiction, and Anxiety/Depression/Bipolar Disorder
Ma Camille Tabtab
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Henderson, TX 75654 (Online Only)
I provide medication management for a variety mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
Hello! I'm a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner and I've acquired my Master's Degree at Maryville University. I've been working for a decade in healthcare focusing on emergency and mental heath issues. My profession has enabled me to practice in several countries including the Philippines, New Zealand, and the United States. I'm eager to help people especially those suffering from depression, anxiety, and ptsd.
I provide medication management for a variety mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
Hello! I'm a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner and I've acquired my Master's Degree at Maryville University. I've been working for a decade in healthcare focusing on emergency and mental heath issues. My profession has enabled me to practice in several countries including the Philippines, New Zealand, and the United States. I'm eager to help people especially those suffering from depression, anxiety, and ptsd.
Domikah Burks
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, MSN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
She currently works with adult patients of all ages and treats a variety of psychiatric disorders including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, bipolar, OCD, PTSD.
Domikah is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She combines an evidence-based approach alongside a holistic approach to adult psychiatry and is able to use her experience to better understand each patient’s unique dynamic. She received her education (MSN) and training from the University of Texas at Arlington — where she received training in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
She currently works with adult patients of all ages and treats a variety of psychiatric disorders including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, bipolar, OCD, PTSD.
Domikah is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She combines an evidence-based approach alongside a holistic approach to adult psychiatry and is able to use her experience to better understand each patient’s unique dynamic. She received her education (MSN) and training from the University of Texas at Arlington — where she received training in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Victor Zamora
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
Among other mental illnesses, we specialize in Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorders, Panic Attacks and Social Anxiety.
Victor is a board-certified, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and provides psychiatric evaluations, and medication management for patients ranging from ages 6 to adults. We strive to help those suffering with mental illness issues and to give them a better quality of life. We are invested in helping you feel your very best by supporting your personal growth, insight and self-empowerment.
Among other mental illnesses, we specialize in Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorders, Panic Attacks and Social Anxiety.
Victor is a board-certified, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and provides psychiatric evaluations, and medication management for patients ranging from ages 6 to adults. We strive to help those suffering with mental illness issues and to give them a better quality of life. We are invested in helping you feel your very best by supporting your personal growth, insight and self-empowerment.
Polished Mind Psychiatry PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Euless, TX 76040 (Online Only)
She specializes in treating psychiatric disorders including, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Mood disorders, Sleep Disorder, Bipolar, PTSD and ADHD.
Modupeoluwa Mariam Odu-Onikosi is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. She graduated from Walden University. She has a strong history of success in the treatment of psychiatric illness, medical and emotional illness including environmental, sociological, psychological, and physical factors of mental and emotional disorders. She focuses on developing a personalized treatment plan while utilizing evidence-based pharmacological and non pharmacological modalities to support each client. The tools that I'll provide you with are tools that I have been perfecting over my career helping people just like you.
She specializes in treating psychiatric disorders including, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Mood disorders, Sleep Disorder, Bipolar, PTSD and ADHD.
Modupeoluwa Mariam Odu-Onikosi is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. She graduated from Walden University. She has a strong history of success in the treatment of psychiatric illness, medical and emotional illness including environmental, sociological, psychological, and physical factors of mental and emotional disorders. She focuses on developing a personalized treatment plan while utilizing evidence-based pharmacological and non pharmacological modalities to support each client. The tools that I'll provide you with are tools that I have been perfecting over my career helping people just like you.
Jacquelin Joffray
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546 (Online Only)
Believe you're suffering from depression, anxiety, or PTSD? Maybe something else you can't quite figure out? Let me help! Let's work together on putting YOU in charge of your mental health and well-being!
Believe you're suffering from depression, anxiety, or PTSD? Maybe something else you can't quite figure out? Let me help! Let's work together on putting YOU in charge of your mental health and well-being!
Dr. Louise Baffour-Sebeh Agyemang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP, B-C
Verified Verified
Richmond, TX 77407 (Online Only)
My experience is both in pediatric, youth and adolescent, as well as geriatric, focused in managing mental health conditions such as Medication management, Anxiety, Depression, Substance abuse, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia and Mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, PTSD,.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner currently licensed in TX, CO, UT, AZ, NV & WA. I have been in practice for 21 years as both a registered nurse and a nurse practitioner. I graduated from University of Texas Health Science, Houston Texas, and obtained my Master of Nursing degree as a family nurse practitioner (FNP) in 2014, and post-master’s certificate as a psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP). I further advanced to obtain Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Capella University of Minneapolis.
My experience is both in pediatric, youth and adolescent, as well as geriatric, focused in managing mental health conditions such as Medication management, Anxiety, Depression, Substance abuse, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia and Mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, PTSD,.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner currently licensed in TX, CO, UT, AZ, NV & WA. I have been in practice for 21 years as both a registered nurse and a nurse practitioner. I graduated from University of Texas Health Science, Houston Texas, and obtained my Master of Nursing degree as a family nurse practitioner (FNP) in 2014, and post-master’s certificate as a psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP). I further advanced to obtain Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Capella University of Minneapolis.
Tolulope O Kolawole
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, APN-C
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77036
I work with adolescents and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, and substance abuse issues.
I am a psychiatrist nurse practitioner with 18 years of practice experience both as a nurse and NP. Dedicated to exemplary patient outcomes and following all necessary treatment with the use of the evidence-based practice. Strong focus on listening to and addressing patient concerns and answering all questions in terms patients can easily understand. Willingness to work with all members of the clinical team and listen to their suggestions and input to improve results and maximize patient satisfaction.
I work with adolescents and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, and substance abuse issues.
I am a psychiatrist nurse practitioner with 18 years of practice experience both as a nurse and NP. Dedicated to exemplary patient outcomes and following all necessary treatment with the use of the evidence-based practice. Strong focus on listening to and addressing patient concerns and answering all questions in terms patients can easily understand. Willingness to work with all members of the clinical team and listen to their suggestions and input to improve results and maximize patient satisfaction.
Holistic Health and Psychiatry, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN-RN, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Amarillo, TX 79101
We specialize in managing a wide range of mental and emotional difficulties including anxiety, anger issues, Schizophrenia, depression, attention deficit disorder, bipolar disorder, insomnia, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, post traumatic disorder, grief and eating disorder.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS WITH TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE STATE OF TEXAS. MULTIPLE OPTIONS ON APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE; AFTERNOONS, EVENINGS, WEEKDAYS AND WEEKENDS. Mental and emotional difficulties are real and can greatly limit our functioning. At Holistic health and psychiatry, we believe in a multidimensional approach in managing mental health. Our practitioners collaborate to offer therapeutic interventions including medication management and various therapy approaches to assist individuals with mental health difficulties.
We specialize in managing a wide range of mental and emotional difficulties including anxiety, anger issues, Schizophrenia, depression, attention deficit disorder, bipolar disorder, insomnia, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, post traumatic disorder, grief and eating disorder.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS WITH TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE STATE OF TEXAS. MULTIPLE OPTIONS ON APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE; AFTERNOONS, EVENINGS, WEEKDAYS AND WEEKENDS. Mental and emotional difficulties are real and can greatly limit our functioning. At Holistic health and psychiatry, we believe in a multidimensional approach in managing mental health. Our practitioners collaborate to offer therapeutic interventions including medication management and various therapy approaches to assist individuals with mental health difficulties.
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Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78229
I'm on a mission to help individuals manage depression, anxiety, neurotypical and neurodivergent disorders, and so much more.
The ideal client for me is someone who is grappling with various challenges that life presents. They may be feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life, including work, relationships, and personal well-being. This individual might be someone who struggles to manage their tasks and responsibilities, feeling burdened by their never-ending to-do list. My ideal client is someone who recognizes that they are not alone in their struggles and is open to seeking support.
I'm on a mission to help individuals manage depression, anxiety, neurotypical and neurodivergent disorders, and so much more.
The ideal client for me is someone who is grappling with various challenges that life presents. They may be feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life, including work, relationships, and personal well-being. This individual might be someone who struggles to manage their tasks and responsibilities, feeling burdened by their never-ending to-do list. My ideal client is someone who recognizes that they are not alone in their struggles and is open to seeking support.
Alyssa Lucas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I love helping those who are seeking answers and solutions to their mental health struggles. With my background as a former instructor at the University of Texas at Austin, I believe in education when it comes to people’s health. I have a special interest in depression, anxiety and eating disorders, but can help with a variety of problems and illnesses.
I love helping those who are seeking answers and solutions to their mental health struggles. With my background as a former instructor at the University of Texas at Austin, I believe in education when it comes to people’s health. I have a special interest in depression, anxiety and eating disorders, but can help with a variety of problems and illnesses.
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Verified Verified
Cedar Park, TX 78613
If you are suffering from medication resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, a combination of talk therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the answer for you. For many people, antidepressants do not fully relieve the symptoms or cause too many side effects, and it can become very difficult going through multiple medications that do not seem to work. After failed medication attempts, you are eligible to be treated with TMS and therapy together. Call our Specialists to learn more about your options.
If you are suffering from medication resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, a combination of talk therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the answer for you. For many people, antidepressants do not fully relieve the symptoms or cause too many side effects, and it can become very difficult going through multiple medications that do not seem to work. After failed medication attempts, you are eligible to be treated with TMS and therapy together. Call our Specialists to learn more about your options.
Krystal Family Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesquite, TX 75150
Our areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, ADHD, schizophrenia, and bipolar.
Krystal Family Clinic, LLC., was founded by Dr. Keyna Omenukor, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, who felt the need for a family practice in the community, one that would serve a wide range of medical needs. We are dedicated to caring for patients with acute and chronic diseases. Krystal Family Clinic also offers psychiatric services covering assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders aimed at the total restoration of the entire human personality. We strive to meet the specific needs of individual clients/patients.
Our areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, ADHD, schizophrenia, and bipolar.
Krystal Family Clinic, LLC., was founded by Dr. Keyna Omenukor, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, who felt the need for a family practice in the community, one that would serve a wide range of medical needs. We are dedicated to caring for patients with acute and chronic diseases. Krystal Family Clinic also offers psychiatric services covering assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders aimed at the total restoration of the entire human personality. We strive to meet the specific needs of individual clients/patients.
Rui Lu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77095
My ideal client is someone who recognizes the importance of mental health and is motivated to actively participate in their treatment journey. I work with individuals experiencing a range of issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic, or other mental health concerns. I provide compassionate and holistic care that addresses not only their symptoms but also the underlying factors contributing to their distress. My goals are to achieve their mental stability, improve their coping skills, enhance their overall quality of life, and regain a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
My ideal client is someone who recognizes the importance of mental health and is motivated to actively participate in their treatment journey. I work with individuals experiencing a range of issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic, or other mental health concerns. I provide compassionate and holistic care that addresses not only their symptoms but also the underlying factors contributing to their distress. My goals are to achieve their mental stability, improve their coping skills, enhance their overall quality of life, and regain a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP, -, BC
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Sachse, TX 75048
Texas in Harmony Psychiatric Group is a group of doctoral prepared psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, working in collaboration with a psychiatrist. All providers are board certified as child, adolescent and adult mental health specialists. The providers have more than 6 years of experience in Mental health. Our providers have worked at community mental health clinics, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, crisis centers. They all have vast experience in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, ADHD, DMDD, ODD and other psychiatric disorders.
Texas in Harmony Psychiatric Group is a group of doctoral prepared psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, working in collaboration with a psychiatrist. All providers are board certified as child, adolescent and adult mental health specialists. The providers have more than 6 years of experience in Mental health. Our providers have worked at community mental health clinics, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, crisis centers. They all have vast experience in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, ADHD, DMDD, ODD and other psychiatric disorders.
Paige Thacker
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76104 (Online Only)
There is nothing worse than hearing that alarm clock day in and out, only to wake up feeling like you didn’t sleep at all. All the thoughts begin to flood in, your “to-do’s”, this or that meeting or appointment. You haven’t even made it out the door before feeling completely overwhelmed, defeated, or maybe even hopeless. Depressed, anxious, moody, or irritable may be words that describe how you’re feeling; perhaps your loved ones have said similar things. I have helped countless others like yourself, and I am confident that together we can get you feeling better. I treat a wide range of mental health disorders adolescents and adults
There is nothing worse than hearing that alarm clock day in and out, only to wake up feeling like you didn’t sleep at all. All the thoughts begin to flood in, your “to-do’s”, this or that meeting or appointment. You haven’t even made it out the door before feeling completely overwhelmed, defeated, or maybe even hopeless. Depressed, anxious, moody, or irritable may be words that describe how you’re feeling; perhaps your loved ones have said similar things. I have helped countless others like yourself, and I am confident that together we can get you feeling better. I treat a wide range of mental health disorders adolescents and adults
Dr. Chipo Ndlovu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD , NPD-BC, APRN, PMHNP-, BC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78504
I specialize in treating people struggling with depression, anxiety, anger problems, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorders, and sleep problems.
Here at Proginosko Behavioral Health & Wellness, we are committed to your mental well-being. We provide comprehensive and person-centered psychiatric mental health services including psychiatric medication management for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our mission at Proginosko Behavioral Health & Wellness is to provide behavioral health services to Texans, including immigrant / international populations and underserved populations.
I specialize in treating people struggling with depression, anxiety, anger problems, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorders, and sleep problems.
Here at Proginosko Behavioral Health & Wellness, we are committed to your mental well-being. We provide comprehensive and person-centered psychiatric mental health services including psychiatric medication management for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our mission at Proginosko Behavioral Health & Wellness is to provide behavioral health services to Texans, including immigrant / international populations and underserved populations.
Seraphim Mental Wholeness LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75204
We offer therapeutic and medication management for Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, OCD, PTSD, & more.
Do you persistently feel sad, anxious, hopeless, irritable, frustrated, guilty, worthless, and helpless? Does this often result in losing interest in enjoyable activities, affecting your work, social life, family life, and overall enjoyment? We can help you at Seraphim Mental Wholeness. We have years of expertise in mental health, and we have treated various people of different ethnicities and races. We have established ourselves as dependable and dedicated to enhancing the lives of those with mental illness. We treat individuals holistically & nonjudgmentally. We have a team of Calm, passionate, & professional individuals waiting.
We offer therapeutic and medication management for Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, OCD, PTSD, & more.
Do you persistently feel sad, anxious, hopeless, irritable, frustrated, guilty, worthless, and helpless? Does this often result in losing interest in enjoyable activities, affecting your work, social life, family life, and overall enjoyment? We can help you at Seraphim Mental Wholeness. We have years of expertise in mental health, and we have treated various people of different ethnicities and races. We have established ourselves as dependable and dedicated to enhancing the lives of those with mental illness. We treat individuals holistically & nonjudgmentally. We have a team of Calm, passionate, & professional individuals waiting.
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Depression Psychiatrists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.