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Depression

Depression is Real. You’re Not Alone.
Across the United States and around the world, rates of depression are rising — especially among youth and adults — and it’s something many of us or our loved ones will face at some point in life.
Feb 2nd, 2026
TMS

What is TMS?
TMS is a non-invasive brain stimulation therapy that uses gentle magnetic stimulation on specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation.
May 2nd, 2025

What is SPRAVATO®?
What it is: SPRAVATO® is a nasal spray version of esketamine, a form of ketamine approved by the FDA for treatment-resistant depression and depressive symptoms in adults with suicidal thoughts.
May 2nd, 2025

What it is IV Ketamine?
IV Ketamine is an off-label treatment using low doses of ketamine (a general anesthetic) to rapidly reduce symptoms. Current evidence has shown improvements in patients with treatment-resistant depression, bipolar depression, and anxiety disorders.
May 2nd, 2025

Understanding Alternatives for Treatment-Resistant Depression
Medications are not your only option! If you or a loved one are living with treatment-resistant depression, you’re not alone—and you do have options. Here are three advanced treatments that may offer relief when traditional antidepressants haven’t worked.
May 1st, 2025

Erika Thiel, PA-S
Recognition and treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea(OSA)is extremely important especially in patient with mental illness.
Jul 31st, 2021
TBI

Psychiatric Evaluation and Treatment Following TBI
Depression in Traumatic Brain injury (TBI) is very common. TBI occurs due to variety of reasons like Motor vehicle accidents, Sports injuries, Falls etc. Treatment of depression in TBI is challenging. We are presenting real case of a 56 yo woman.
Jul 26th, 2021

Antidepressants During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
As a mother, you want what is best for your child, either born or unborn. The decision to take medications during pregnancy can be difficult and frightening. Because medications taken during pregnancy can reach the fetus.
Jul 25th, 2021

Depression
Seriousness of depression explained using statistics and the available treatment options.
Dec 25th, 2020

Living with Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a chronic mental health condition that affects how individuals perceive reality, often causing symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and cognitive challenges.
Dec 6th, 2024

What is Depression?
Depression (also known as major depression, major depressive disorder, or clinical depression) is a common but serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms that affect how a person feels, thinks, and handles daily activities, such as sleeping, eating,
Dec 6th, 2024
Stress

Managing Holiday Stress: Tips for a Joyful Season
The holiday season is often described as "the most wonderful time of the year," but for many, it can also be one of the most stressful. Between juggling gift shopping, hosting gatherings, and managing family dynamics, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
Dec 5th, 2024

Anxiety Disorders
This blog post will discuss some of the most common types of anxiety disorders and what differentiates them.
Jul 22nd, 2021

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
What is TMS? Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is a noninvasive brain stimulation technique that uses an electromagnetic current to stimulate brain cells called neurons.
Jan 13th, 2020

Individual Therapy
We provide individual therapy that is customized to your individual needs. The initial session will focus on reviewing your personal history, specific goals and developing a plan on how to effectively approach your concerns and/or goals.
Apr 26th, 2016

Geriatric Psychiatry
The number of individuals over the age of 65 is rapidly expanding. In 2012, close to 13% of US population consisted of people who were 65 or up. By 2050 it is projected to be about 20%.
Apr 13th, 2016

Adolescence
Lifetime prevalence of any psychiatric disorder ( mild or serious) in 13-18 years old people in the United States is at 46%.
Apr 13th, 2016

Alcohol and Substance Abuse
Abuse of tobacco, alcohol, and illicit drugs is costly to our Nation. According to National Institute on Drug Abuse, it is exacting more than $700 billion annually in costs related to crime, lost work productivity and healthcare.
Apr 13th, 2016

Therapy for Older Individuals
Getting older can include a variety of changes and pose a variety of challenges. There are not only physical limitations but other medical health adjustments. Some of these include learning to cope mentally with changes at this stage of life.
Mar 23rd, 2016

Addiction
Addiction is a condition that can be treated through therapy and does not have to be a process all on your own. The first step to treating addiction is the willingness to decrease use and some may seek complete sobriety.
Mar 23rd, 2016

Couples Therapy
Couples therapy can be sought out for many reasons: A breakdown in communication patterns Stress from life changes Being in a different stage in the relationship
Mar 23rd, 2016

Exercise and Mental Health
It is well known that exercise has numerous benefits including controlling weight, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, strengthening bones and muscles and increasing your chances of living longer.
Feb 23rd, 2016

Do you have obsessive thoughts? (Part 1)
Are there times when you have one thought that seems to replay over and over in your mind? Do you find it affects your feelings and sometimes your behavior? You are not alone.
Feb 15th, 2016

Mental Health and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is often used either alone or in combination with medications to treat mental illnesses. Called "therapy" for short, the word psychotherapy actually involves a variety of treatment techniques.
May 10th, 2014