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  • Allan Phillips, MD 310 Points

    Allan Phillips, MD

    4955 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 604
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  • Talin Dadoyan, MD 190 Points

    Talin Dadoyan, MD

    Dadoyan Behavioral Medical Group
    4950 Van Nuys Blvd
    #315
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  • William Matchett, MD 130 Points

    William Matchett, MD

    13400 Riverside Dr Ste 318
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
  • Walter Brackelmanns, MD 110 Points

    Walter Brackelmanns, MD

    Brackelmann's Institute
    14419 Riverside Dr
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
  • Bruce Gainsley, MD 110 Points

    Bruce Gainsley, MD

    15300 Ventura Blvd Ste 525
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  • Clifford Fraser, MD 100 Points

    Clifford Fraser, MD

    4849 Van Nuys Blvd. #210
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  • Lee Gold, MD 100 Points

    Lee Gold, MD

    4030 Camino De La Cumbre
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
  • Kalpana Maniktala, MD 100 Points

    Kalpana Maniktala, MD

    4419 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 206
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  • Jay Mortimer, MD 100 Points

    Jay Mortimer, MD

    4419 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 405
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  • Simon Soldinger, MD 100 Points

    Simon Soldinger, MD

    15300 Ventura Blvd Ste 502
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  • Andrew Wang, MD 100 Points

    Andrew Wang, MD

    4955 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 604
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Psychiatrist Info

Psychiatrist Summary:
Psychiatry involves the treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of mental illness. A psychiatrist diagnoses mental and emotional disorders using assessments and may order further psychiatric diagnostic laboratory tests if necessary. Mental and emotional disorders including difficulty coping, stress, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, substance-abuse disorders, sexual issues, schizophrenia, and addictions may be helped by different forms of psychiatry.

Common Treatments: Psychiatrists commonly treat children and adults suffering from attention deficit disorder (ADD), clinical depression, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, phobias, paranoia, psychosis, OCD, and panic attacks. Additional disorders treated by psychiatrists are: mania, schizophrenia, claustrophobia, paranoia, agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder, hallucinations, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and panic disorder.


Psychiatrist FAQs:
What is a

Psychiatrist

?
A Psychiatrist is a licensed physician who specializes in the evaluation, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders.

What is the Difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?


Psychologists are concerned with the different aspects of behavior and mental processes and cannot prescribe medications. A clinical psychologist uses psychotherapy and other counseling skills to improve emotional and mental health. A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor who performs psychotherapy but can also prescribe medicine.

Why might I see a Psychiatrist?


You could see a Psychiatrist for abuse, addictions, anxiety, coping mechanism issues, depression, an eating disorder, emotional distress, personal growth, phobias, relationship issues, sexual problems, and trauma.

What are the requirements for becoming a licensed Psychiatrist?


A Psychiatrist must have a Masters or a Doctoral Degree from an accredited school. Other requirements toward becoming a Psychiatrist include residency training and board certifications that vary from state to state.


Psychiatrist Related Terms:
anxiety, behavioral disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, suicide, relationship difficulties, chronic mental illness, parenting issues, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, lobotomy, antidepressants