Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists in Wilmington, NC

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Tanya Fowler
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28401
I provide medication management, talk therapy, and gene testing for adults 18-65 primarily with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, OCD, eating disorders, and PTSD.
Accepting New Clients! I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience across the lifespan. I started in a Surgical Trauma ICU helping patients and their families navigate through difficult traumatic experiences. I have always believed in the resiliency of the human spirit and have devoted my practice to providing care that is empathetic, evidenced-based, and unique to the individual. I try to provide a wholistic approach to treatment and advocate for optimizing brain health with medications, nutrition, exercise, supplements, and talk therapy.
I provide medication management, talk therapy, and gene testing for adults 18-65 primarily with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, OCD, eating disorders, and PTSD.
Accepting New Clients! I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience across the lifespan. I started in a Surgical Trauma ICU helping patients and their families navigate through difficult traumatic experiences. I have always believed in the resiliency of the human spirit and have devoted my practice to providing care that is empathetic, evidenced-based, and unique to the individual. I try to provide a wholistic approach to treatment and advocate for optimizing brain health with medications, nutrition, exercise, supplements, and talk therapy.
(910) 714-4144 View (910) 714-4144
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Trinity Wellness Center
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28411
I am here to help you with medication management for psychiatric disorders. These disorders include anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, ADHD etc. I am available in office at Trinity Wellness Porter's Neck location in person or on Tele medicine.
I am here to help you with medication management for psychiatric disorders. These disorders include anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, ADHD etc. I am available in office at Trinity Wellness Porter's Neck location in person or on Tele medicine.
(910) 390-8389 View (910) 390-8389
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David L. Brenner
Physician Assistant, MPAS, PA-C
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28401
I am a board certified Psychiatric Physician Assistant with prescribing authority. I have over 20 years of experience in diagnosing and treating Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, OCD, ADHD, and PTSD. I provide medication management using a holistic, evidence-based approach. I understand how there are often medical factors that can contribute to mood symptoms and, if indicated, recommend additional testing to ensure that there are no other underlying concerns that need to be addressed.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Physician Assistant with prescribing authority. I have over 20 years of experience in diagnosing and treating Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, OCD, ADHD, and PTSD. I provide medication management using a holistic, evidence-based approach. I understand how there are often medical factors that can contribute to mood symptoms and, if indicated, recommend additional testing to ensure that there are no other underlying concerns that need to be addressed.
(910) 708-4228 View (910) 708-4228
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Dr. Shawn Faust
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28403
Faust specializes in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, and Bipolar disorders.
Dr. Shawn Faust, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a distinguished Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who brings a unique and patient-centric approach to the field of mental health. His philosophy centers around the belief that individuals are experts in their own experiences, and collaboration between the patient and their mental health provider is essential for effective and personalized treatment. He believes that informed patients are better equipped to navigate their unique mental health challenges. Thus, treatment with Dr. Faust often involves teaching patients about their diagnosis and discussing the pros and cons of various treatment options.
Faust specializes in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, and Bipolar disorders.
Dr. Shawn Faust, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a distinguished Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who brings a unique and patient-centric approach to the field of mental health. His philosophy centers around the belief that individuals are experts in their own experiences, and collaboration between the patient and their mental health provider is essential for effective and personalized treatment. He believes that informed patients are better equipped to navigate their unique mental health challenges. Thus, treatment with Dr. Faust often involves teaching patients about their diagnosis and discussing the pros and cons of various treatment options.
(980) 577-1208 View (980) 577-1208
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Angela Rasheed
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28403  (Online Only)
I have experience treating a wide range of conditions including Bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, personality disorders, & eating disorders.
During medication management with me, our first visit will consist of me listening to your concerns while obtaining a thorough history from you & assessing your needs and situation. I will provide clinical advice based on my expertise based on evidence based clinical data and studies and allowing you to participate actively in your treatment.
I have experience treating a wide range of conditions including Bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, personality disorders, & eating disorders.
During medication management with me, our first visit will consist of me listening to your concerns while obtaining a thorough history from you & assessing your needs and situation. I will provide clinical advice based on my expertise based on evidence based clinical data and studies and allowing you to participate actively in your treatment.
(910) 541-5668 View (910) 541-5668
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Affiliated Medical Group
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28403  (Online Only)
Our Providers specialize in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Bipolar Disorders, and Schizoaffective Mood Disorders.
Affiliated Medical Group, PLLC is a private practice Psychiatric Group serving North Carolina and Florida. We have many years of combined experience working with people in a variety of settings. We have expertise in the treatment of a wide variety of psychiatric challenges across the lifespan, and we are ready to meet your needs.
Our Providers specialize in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Bipolar Disorders, and Schizoaffective Mood Disorders.
Affiliated Medical Group, PLLC is a private practice Psychiatric Group serving North Carolina and Florida. We have many years of combined experience working with people in a variety of settings. We have expertise in the treatment of a wide variety of psychiatric challenges across the lifespan, and we are ready to meet your needs.
(910) 939-0724 View (910) 939-0724
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Dr. Angela Rasheed
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, MSN
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28405  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental-health nurse practitioner with experience providing the highest, quality medication management to diverse populations. Licensed in NC and NY. I have experience treating a wide range of conditions including Bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, personality disorders, & eating disorders. I know it takes so much courage to finally take a step to refresh your mental health, but I hope to be able to develop a trusting relationship with you that will allow you to feel comfortable & willing to allow me to take this journey back to an optimal mental state with you!
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental-health nurse practitioner with experience providing the highest, quality medication management to diverse populations. Licensed in NC and NY. I have experience treating a wide range of conditions including Bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, personality disorders, & eating disorders. I know it takes so much courage to finally take a step to refresh your mental health, but I hope to be able to develop a trusting relationship with you that will allow you to feel comfortable & willing to allow me to take this journey back to an optimal mental state with you!
(704) 741-0355 View (704) 741-0355
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Lindsey Lawrence
Physician Assistant, MPAS, PA-C
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28412
At Making Waves Mental Health, our approach will be to personalize each medication treatment plan for the individual needs of each patient.
At Making Waves Mental Health, our approach will be to personalize each medication treatment plan for the individual needs of each patient.
(910) 569-8565 View (910) 569-8565
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CapeSide Psychiatry & CapeSide Addiction Care
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28405
Capeside Psychiatry is committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide evaluations, psychological assessments, therapy, and medication management for a range of psychological and behavioral health disorders.
Capeside Psychiatry is committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide evaluations, psychological assessments, therapy, and medication management for a range of psychological and behavioral health disorders.
(910) 407-7358 View (910) 407-7358
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Sarah Diaz
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28405
Sarah is passionate about empowering others with the tools and resources needed to achieve a higher quality of life. She helps with anxiety, depression, addiction, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Sarah's holistic, evidence-based approach uses medication management, mindfulness, spirituality, sleep promotion, nutritional recommendations, exercise, and community involvement.
Sarah is passionate about empowering others with the tools and resources needed to achieve a higher quality of life. She helps with anxiety, depression, addiction, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Sarah's holistic, evidence-based approach uses medication management, mindfulness, spirituality, sleep promotion, nutritional recommendations, exercise, and community involvement.
(855) 698-1551 View (855) 698-1551
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CapeSide Psychiatry & CapeSide Addiction Care
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28405  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Capeside Psychiatry is committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide evaluations, psychological assessments, therapy, and medication management for a range of psychological and behavioral health disorders. Capeside Addiction Care is committed to reducing opioid dependence. Our telehealth services and customized treatment plans allow patients to go through recovery anonymously, keeping their everyday lives intact. Our patients hold the power of their recovery when given the opportunity to get the help they truly need.
Capeside Psychiatry is committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide evaluations, psychological assessments, therapy, and medication management for a range of psychological and behavioral health disorders. Capeside Addiction Care is committed to reducing opioid dependence. Our telehealth services and customized treatment plans allow patients to go through recovery anonymously, keeping their everyday lives intact. Our patients hold the power of their recovery when given the opportunity to get the help they truly need.
(910) 537-5143 View (910) 537-5143
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Elizabeth Eaton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28405
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Liz encourages a friendly, safe, and non-judgmental atmosphere. Her focus areas include adjustment disorders, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, depression, insomnia, mood disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and trauma. In addition, Liz provides gender-affirming mental health care for members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Liz encourages a friendly, safe, and non-judgmental atmosphere. Her focus areas include adjustment disorders, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, depression, insomnia, mood disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and trauma. In addition, Liz provides gender-affirming mental health care for members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
(855) 698-1551 View (855) 698-1551
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Ashli Gibson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CNM, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28401
Ashli is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatry. She has a background as a Certified Nurse-Midwife in which she developed expertise in prenatal care, birth, postpartum care, and gynecology over the span of six years. As a midwife, Ashli experienced firsthand how prevalent the adversities are that individuals face regarding reproductive challenges and transitions and how few mental health resources there are available to those who need them at such a vulnerable time. She offers medication management and support through a process that values empowerment and respect.
Ashli is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatry. She has a background as a Certified Nurse-Midwife in which she developed expertise in prenatal care, birth, postpartum care, and gynecology over the span of six years. As a midwife, Ashli experienced firsthand how prevalent the adversities are that individuals face regarding reproductive challenges and transitions and how few mental health resources there are available to those who need them at such a vulnerable time. She offers medication management and support through a process that values empowerment and respect.
(910) 537-3500 View (910) 537-3500
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Amanda Mitchell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28403
Everyone goes through difficult times in their life. Sometimes we need a little more help than usual to pick up the pieces & keep moving forward. When you are struggling to cope with mental health symptoms, you need someone who will listen & who will provide a helping hand. That's what I try to do with all of my patients at Nautilus Mental Health. Medications may not "fix" everything, but they can be a very helpful tool to help you work toward optimal mental health, in combination with therapy & other important supports.
Everyone goes through difficult times in their life. Sometimes we need a little more help than usual to pick up the pieces & keep moving forward. When you are struggling to cope with mental health symptoms, you need someone who will listen & who will provide a helping hand. That's what I try to do with all of my patients at Nautilus Mental Health. Medications may not "fix" everything, but they can be a very helpful tool to help you work toward optimal mental health, in combination with therapy & other important supports.
(910) 631-6322 View (910) 631-6322
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Aiereal Lloyd
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP, MSN
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28403
Accepting New Patients. My goal is to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, comprehensive, high-quality care tailored to meet your individual needs. You need someone who is patient, willing to listen, and to take the time to understand what you are going through. I will take the time to get to know you, to answer your questions, and to learn about your goals related to relationships and family, support networks, work, personal interests, quality of life, physical health and wellness. Together we can decide on a plan that works for you. Not accepting new undiagnosed ADHD patients. I do not prescribe weight loss medication.
Accepting New Patients. My goal is to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, comprehensive, high-quality care tailored to meet your individual needs. You need someone who is patient, willing to listen, and to take the time to understand what you are going through. I will take the time to get to know you, to answer your questions, and to learn about your goals related to relationships and family, support networks, work, personal interests, quality of life, physical health and wellness. Together we can decide on a plan that works for you. Not accepting new undiagnosed ADHD patients. I do not prescribe weight loss medication.
(910) 537-2165 View (910) 537-2165
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TelePsychiatrist_Piedmont Behavioral Services
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28403
We provide Child and Adult Psychiatry, Therapy and Substance abuse including Suboxone Treatment via video across North Carolina. Our Board Certified Psychiatrists and Therapists are available to help everyday and we can offer same day appointments. Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine uses video link (via computer or smartphone) to offer appointments from home or outside clinic. It offers the option to see a psychiatrist any time as long as you have access to your smart phone or computer.
We provide Child and Adult Psychiatry, Therapy and Substance abuse including Suboxone Treatment via video across North Carolina. Our Board Certified Psychiatrists and Therapists are available to help everyday and we can offer same day appointments. Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine uses video link (via computer or smartphone) to offer appointments from home or outside clinic. It offers the option to see a psychiatrist any time as long as you have access to your smart phone or computer.
(910) 386-0162 View (910) 386-0162
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Dr. Chinwe Ibiam
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, AGACNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28409  (Online Only)
I am a compassionate, dual certified, doctorate degree prepared psychiatric provider with great people skills. Specializes in mental health, and adult gerontology. I see patients with mental health needs across the age span from ages 6 to over 100 years. I see patients from the state of Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, and Washington State.
I am a compassionate, dual certified, doctorate degree prepared psychiatric provider with great people skills. Specializes in mental health, and adult gerontology. I see patients with mental health needs across the age span from ages 6 to over 100 years. I see patients from the state of Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, and Washington State.
(678) 326-4489 View (678) 326-4489
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Gretchen Danielle Barnes
Physician Assistant, MPAS, PA-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28401
Hello! My name is Gretchen Barnes and I'm a board-certified psychiatric PA. I provide medication management for teens and adults dealing with common mental health problems. I am eager to help my patients gain insight into the science surrounding various treatment options. I pride myself on being detailed and compassionate in my approach. I believe that shared decision-making can help patients improve their mental wellbeing.
Hello! My name is Gretchen Barnes and I'm a board-certified psychiatric PA. I provide medication management for teens and adults dealing with common mental health problems. I am eager to help my patients gain insight into the science surrounding various treatment options. I pride myself on being detailed and compassionate in my approach. I believe that shared decision-making can help patients improve their mental wellbeing.
(424) 282-0877 View (424) 282-0877
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Katasha Jarrin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Wilmington, NC 28401  (Online Only)
Meet Katasha Jarrin, PMHNP, FNP, a seasoned healthcare professional with nearly two decades of experience.
Meet Katasha Jarrin, PMHNP, FNP, a seasoned healthcare professional with nearly two decades of experience.
(984) 224-7649 View (984) 224-7649
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Emily Pevtsov
Physician Assistant, MMS, PA-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28401  (Online Only)
I am a psychiatric PA with over 9 years of inpatient and outpatient mental health experience. I offer telehealth (virtual) services to residents of North Carolina ages 18+. Services include medication management for common mental health problems ranging from depression and anxiety to opiate and alcohol addiction.
I am a psychiatric PA with over 9 years of inpatient and outpatient mental health experience. I offer telehealth (virtual) services to residents of North Carolina ages 18+. Services include medication management for common mental health problems ranging from depression and anxiety to opiate and alcohol addiction.
(919) 899-4461 View (919) 899-4461

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Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists

What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?

Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.

What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?

Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.

What kinds of problems does therapy help with?

Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.

What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?

Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.