Towson Psychiatry—Psychiatric Care in Towson, MD

Sandy never shied away from having a second serving at breakfast or dinner. Lately, though, she doesn’t even finish her first serving. Her boyfriend, John, starts to get concerned. He tries to confront her but she dodges him as she heads out the door for a run—her second of the day.

John realizes suddenly that Sandy has been exercising excessively. If she isn’t heading out the door for a run, she’s going to the gym or doing a workout at home. He thought she was just feeling extra driven lately and he was proud of her for it. But today, the realization hits him like a ton of bricks. 

The next day, John talks to Sandy about his concerns. Avoidant and offended at first, Sandy eventually opens up to John. She explains that she has been feeling extremely self-conscious. She’s willing to do whatever it takes to lose the weight that she has gained. 

Sandy agrees to meet with a psychiatrist so that she can better understand what’s happening and get the help that she needs. At her first appointment, she unveils a range of symptoms, including:

• Rapid weight loss
• Depressive and anxious thoughts
• Fatigue
• Excessive exercising
• Avoidance of food

Sandy’s psychiatrist helps her understand that she has anorexia nervosa, a serious eating disorder. Then, her psychiatrist identifies a course of treatment for Sandy, which will involve weekly talk therapy appointments and medication. Sandy feels nervous but hopeful, for the first time in a while. 

Psychiatrists help people just like Sandy every single day. They specialize in diagnosing, treating, and even preventing the development of mental health conditions. If you think that you could benefit from psychiatric care, consider scheduling an appointment at Thriveworks in Towson, MD. Our psychiatrists can meet with you online for the majority of your appointments. This convenient service is available at Thriveworks today. 

Should I Schedule a Psychiatry Appointment?

It is difficult for many of us to ask for help from others. This proves especially true when it comes to our mental health. While the stigma is becoming smaller, the stigma that surrounds mental health is still preventing many people from receiving the mental health services that they need to live a happy, healthy life. 

If you are feeling nervous or ashamed about talking to a psychiatrist, we want to assure you that this is a strong decision. If you are experiencing symptoms of a mental illness or you are encountering another serious mental health challenge, your wellbeing relies on a professional’s help. Here at Thriveworks, you can look forward to a safe space that is free of judgment. 

You should consider scheduling a psychiatry appointment at Thriveworks in Towson, MD if you are experiencing any of the following:

• Anxious, uncontrollable thoughts
• Addictive behaviors or habits
• Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Trouble falling or staying asleep
• Depressive thoughts and feelings
• Thoughts of self-harm
• Symptoms of an eating disorder

Your psychiatrist will want to hear about every symptom that you are experiencing. This will enable them to make a proper diagnosis and come up with an effective treatment plan. Then, they can administer this treatment and help you live better.

Medication Management with a Psychiatrist

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can administer treatment, from therapy to medication. Other mental health professionals aren’t able to prescribe medication or offer medication management.

There are several mental health conditions that can often be alleviated with the use of medication. These include:

• Eating disorders, like anorexia and bulimia
• Depressive disorders, like major depression and seasonal affective disorder
• Bipolar disorder
• Generalized anxiety disorder
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Panic disorder

If you are experiencing symptoms of any of these mental health conditions, it’s important to talk to a mental health professional. Psychiatrists are in a unique position in which they can provide diagnosis as well as multiple forms of treatment for mental health conditions, which include therapy and medication.

Work with an Online Psychiatrist at Thriveworks in Towson, MD

Thriveworks Counseling in Towson, MD would be happy to set you up with an online psychiatrist. Our psychiatrists help people just like you every single day to better manage their conditions and live happier.

To schedule a psychiatry appointment, just call our Towson office. Our scheduling team is here to help you set up a session at your convenience.