Depression Psychiatrists in League City, TX
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Mehreen Ghanchi is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who is qualified to practice in psychiatry; diagnose, treat and prescribe medication for children, adolescents, and adults. Some of her practice specialties include (but not limited to) ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia. Mehreen's heart and passion is not only in caring for others but assisting clients in transitioning to wellness. Mehreen's experience includes several years of working in a psychiatric hospital serving children, adolescent and adult population.
Mehreen Ghanchi is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who is qualified to practice in psychiatry; diagnose, treat and prescribe medication for children, adolescents, and adults. Some of her practice specialties include (but not limited to) ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia. Mehreen's heart and passion is not only in caring for others but assisting clients in transitioning to wellness. Mehreen's experience includes several years of working in a psychiatric hospital serving children, adolescent and adult population.
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AKADI Mental Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, insomnia, Bipolar, PTSD, substances or other mental health challenges, we’ve got you covered.
Hello. My name is Carolyn Thompson. I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner & ADHD- Certified Clinical Services Provider. I specialize in anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, and others. As a PMHNP, I’m committed to providing a patient centered, team approach to caring for my patients. Nurturing mind, body, and spirit. Performing and providing care to the best of my ability in every encounter. We’ll work side by side to find the right balance for you using an evidenced based approach to guide our decisions on medication management. I provide client centered care to clients in Texas, Washington and New Mexico.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, insomnia, Bipolar, PTSD, substances or other mental health challenges, we’ve got you covered.
Hello. My name is Carolyn Thompson. I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner & ADHD- Certified Clinical Services Provider. I specialize in anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, and others. As a PMHNP, I’m committed to providing a patient centered, team approach to caring for my patients. Nurturing mind, body, and spirit. Performing and providing care to the best of my ability in every encounter. We’ll work side by side to find the right balance for you using an evidenced based approach to guide our decisions on medication management. I provide client centered care to clients in Texas, Washington and New Mexico.
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Dr. Caroline Lam is a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in treating adults with depression, anxiety, psychosis, and ADHD. She obtained her bachelor's degree at The University of Texas at Austin where she graduated with high honors. She then earned her medical degree and completed a general adult psychiatry residency at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX. She is a compassionate psychiatrist who is dedicated to improving the lives of her patients through evidence-based treatments.
Dr. Caroline Lam is a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in treating adults with depression, anxiety, psychosis, and ADHD. She obtained her bachelor's degree at The University of Texas at Austin where she graduated with high honors. She then earned her medical degree and completed a general adult psychiatry residency at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX. She is a compassionate psychiatrist who is dedicated to improving the lives of her patients through evidence-based treatments.
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Angela Tefft
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
League City, TX 77573 (Online Only)
I have worked with clients from 5 years old to 80 years old with conditions such as attention problems, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, bipolar disorders, psychotic disorders, and many more.
I am a board certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner who treats clients of all ages. I have nearly 30 years of experience in nursing which allows me to consider mind-body factors which contribute to mental health and physical disorders. I treat most disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and psychosis. I work with the client to develop an integrative treatment plan, using medications, naturopathic supplements as well as CBT, mindfulness and DBT methods to help clients achieve the highest level of wellness.
I have worked with clients from 5 years old to 80 years old with conditions such as attention problems, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, bipolar disorders, psychotic disorders, and many more.
I am a board certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner who treats clients of all ages. I have nearly 30 years of experience in nursing which allows me to consider mind-body factors which contribute to mental health and physical disorders. I treat most disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and psychosis. I work with the client to develop an integrative treatment plan, using medications, naturopathic supplements as well as CBT, mindfulness and DBT methods to help clients achieve the highest level of wellness.
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While providing thoughtful medication recommendations and ongoing medication management, for conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and others, she takes a team approach.
Jacquelin Joffray is a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who enjoys providing mental health care, for a variety of mental health conditions. She began her career as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, graduating with her master's degree from the University of South Alabama. But in realizing she wanted to do more, she later attended Frontier Nursing University, and obtained her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner post-graduate certificate, across the lifespan. Jacquelin takes pride in helping to address the mental health stigma and shame in seeking care.
While providing thoughtful medication recommendations and ongoing medication management, for conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and others, she takes a team approach.
Jacquelin Joffray is a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who enjoys providing mental health care, for a variety of mental health conditions. She began her career as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, graduating with her master's degree from the University of South Alabama. But in realizing she wanted to do more, she later attended Frontier Nursing University, and obtained her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner post-graduate certificate, across the lifespan. Jacquelin takes pride in helping to address the mental health stigma and shame in seeking care.
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Onyinyechi Nwakanma
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, or bipolar, I know that there is hope and support available.
Navigating through feelings of no motivation, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD can feel overwhelming. It's tough, but you're not alone. Let's work together to understand your struggles and find strategies to cope and thrive. Your journey to healing starts with taking the first step.
Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, or bipolar, I know that there is hope and support available.
Navigating through feelings of no motivation, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD can feel overwhelming. It's tough, but you're not alone. Let's work together to understand your struggles and find strategies to cope and thrive. Your journey to healing starts with taking the first step.
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Tawa Raji
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 18 years of clinical experience. I have an extensive experience with child and adult psychiatry. Through the years I have gained extensive experience in treating clients experiencing attention deficit, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, chronic illness, and substance use issues. I use an integrative and client-centered approach to help clients build strength and clarity of mind to find their purpose.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 18 years of clinical experience. I have an extensive experience with child and adult psychiatry. Through the years I have gained extensive experience in treating clients experiencing attention deficit, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, chronic illness, and substance use issues. I use an integrative and client-centered approach to help clients build strength and clarity of mind to find their purpose.
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Pilgrimage of Hope Behavioral Health and Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C
Verified Verified
League City, TX 77573 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt intimidated or discriminated against by stigmas and stereotypes associated with mental illness, self-harming behaviors, suicidal thoughts, or substance use disorders? Are you suffering alone in silence? Does irrational thinking or poor coping mechanisms triggered racing thoughts, rapid mood swings, or risky behaviors that affect your relationships, home environment, or work performance? Has childhood abuse or past traumas progressed into adulthood, causing you to question your abilities to overcome anger, guilt, or shame? Eventually, you found courage to get help, only to be dismissed by barriers to care.
Have you ever felt intimidated or discriminated against by stigmas and stereotypes associated with mental illness, self-harming behaviors, suicidal thoughts, or substance use disorders? Are you suffering alone in silence? Does irrational thinking or poor coping mechanisms triggered racing thoughts, rapid mood swings, or risky behaviors that affect your relationships, home environment, or work performance? Has childhood abuse or past traumas progressed into adulthood, causing you to question your abilities to overcome anger, guilt, or shame? Eventually, you found courage to get help, only to be dismissed by barriers to care.
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Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Are these emotional and behavioral patterns fixable? Which ones stem from genetics or brain chemistry, and which are rooted in upbringing or circumstances? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Are these emotional and behavioral patterns fixable? Which ones stem from genetics or brain chemistry, and which are rooted in upbringing or circumstances? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
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Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Are these emotional and behavioral patterns fixable? Which ones stem from genetics or brain chemistry, and which are rooted in upbringing or circumstances? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Are these emotional and behavioral patterns fixable? Which ones stem from genetics or brain chemistry, and which are rooted in upbringing or circumstances? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
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Darren Fred is a Psychiatrist in Texas who has been practicing since 2020. He has a Bachelor of Science from Oklahoma State University, graduating summa cum laude, and a medical degree from University of Texas Medical School at Houston (McGovern). He completed his Residency at Texas Tech Health Sciences Center in Lubbock serving as Chief Resident in years 3 and 4. Darren values psychoeducation above all else. Darren believes in the importance of educating his patients about their conditions and potential treatments to demystify mental health issues and help them make informed decisions about their care.
Darren Fred is a Psychiatrist in Texas who has been practicing since 2020. He has a Bachelor of Science from Oklahoma State University, graduating summa cum laude, and a medical degree from University of Texas Medical School at Houston (McGovern). He completed his Residency at Texas Tech Health Sciences Center in Lubbock serving as Chief Resident in years 3 and 4. Darren values psychoeducation above all else. Darren believes in the importance of educating his patients about their conditions and potential treatments to demystify mental health issues and help them make informed decisions about their care.
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Shakil Siddiqui, M.D. is a highly rated psychiatrist and a proud member of Lifestance Health PLLC team in Houston, Texas. Dr. Siddiqui has more than 25 years of experience as psychiatrist. He has experience treating multiple different psychiatric illnesses including Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, PSTD, etc. For several years, Dr. Siddiqui worked at Rusk Hospital in Rusk, Texas where he treated a large number of acutely ill and newly admitted psychiatric patients in the psychiatric unit.
Shakil Siddiqui, M.D. is a highly rated psychiatrist and a proud member of Lifestance Health PLLC team in Houston, Texas. Dr. Siddiqui has more than 25 years of experience as psychiatrist. He has experience treating multiple different psychiatric illnesses including Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, PSTD, etc. For several years, Dr. Siddiqui worked at Rusk Hospital in Rusk, Texas where he treated a large number of acutely ill and newly admitted psychiatric patients in the psychiatric unit.
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Friendswood Psychiatry and TMS Clinic
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
I am a Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist with advanced training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry where I served as Chief Fellow. I am dedicated to my patients' success in healing, growth, and overall wellbeing. My goal is to guide patients through their mental health journey toward positive outcomes and improved quality of life.
I am a Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist with advanced training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry where I served as Chief Fellow. I am dedicated to my patients' success in healing, growth, and overall wellbeing. My goal is to guide patients through their mental health journey toward positive outcomes and improved quality of life.
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Felicitas Okwara is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Texas who has been practicing since 2024. Felicitas helps clients by providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health disorders, prescribing medications, offering psychotherapy, educating them about their conditions, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care. Also, Felicitas can assist client in various ways, such as providing information, offering advice, generating creative ideas, helping with problem-solving, offering emotional support, and much more.
Felicitas Okwara is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Texas who has been practicing since 2024. Felicitas helps clients by providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health disorders, prescribing medications, offering psychotherapy, educating them about their conditions, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care. Also, Felicitas can assist client in various ways, such as providing information, offering advice, generating creative ideas, helping with problem-solving, offering emotional support, and much more.
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Moving Forward Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, RN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
League City, TX 77573
Feelings of constant worry and fear can be crippling. When sadness and hopelessness keep you from enjoying life, talking to a professional can relieve some of the burden. If mood swings, irritability and agitation are interfering with your relationships it is important to seek help. We are here to listen and guide you through the process. Our goal is to help clients be informed and involved in their care decisions.
Feelings of constant worry and fear can be crippling. When sadness and hopelessness keep you from enjoying life, talking to a professional can relieve some of the burden. If mood swings, irritability and agitation are interfering with your relationships it is important to seek help. We are here to listen and guide you through the process. Our goal is to help clients be informed and involved in their care decisions.
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Holistic Health and Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
League City, TX 77573 (Online Only)
Omotayo Gbengaojo is a board-certified Psychiatric mental health Nurse practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Centre (ANCC). She obtained her bachelor's in nursing from Grand Canyon University and master's degree from the University of Texas at Tyler. Omotayo or "Tayo" as she is fondly called, clinical experience span medical and psychiatry nursing.
Omotayo Gbengaojo is a board-certified Psychiatric mental health Nurse practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Centre (ANCC). She obtained her bachelor's in nursing from Grand Canyon University and master's degree from the University of Texas at Tyler. Omotayo or "Tayo" as she is fondly called, clinical experience span medical and psychiatry nursing.
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Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
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Dr. Chantelle Shaw is a Psychiatrist in Texas who has been practicing since 2024. She offers a comprehensive range of support and expertise to her clients. With a deep cultural understanding, Dr. Shaw brings sensitivity and insight into the unique experiences and challenges faced by children and adolescents, considering cultural, social, and familial factors impacting mental health. She provides tailored treatment approaches that are culturally competent and relevant, respecting her clients’ cultural backgrounds, beliefs, and values. Dr.
Dr. Chantelle Shaw is a Psychiatrist in Texas who has been practicing since 2024. She offers a comprehensive range of support and expertise to her clients. With a deep cultural understanding, Dr. Shaw brings sensitivity and insight into the unique experiences and challenges faced by children and adolescents, considering cultural, social, and familial factors impacting mental health. She provides tailored treatment approaches that are culturally competent and relevant, respecting her clients’ cultural backgrounds, beliefs, and values. Dr.
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Nelly Okere
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC, FNP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
Are you suffering from overwhelming sense of worrying, anxiety, restlessness, depressed mood, racing mind, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbance, changes in your appetite? These symptoms can be due to mental health issues.
Accepting NEW clients( children, teens, and adults). Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling with focus and concentration, anxiety, sleeping, low motivation, over eating, and depression? Untreated mental health illnesses can lead to poor quality of life and make it difficult for you to reach your goals and achieve your fullest potential in life. I'm passionate about helping clients to get prompt mental health diagnosis and treatments so that they can live their lives to the fullest. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, symptoms of autism disorder and bipolar disorder. Call now for a consultation.
Are you suffering from overwhelming sense of worrying, anxiety, restlessness, depressed mood, racing mind, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbance, changes in your appetite? These symptoms can be due to mental health issues.
Accepting NEW clients( children, teens, and adults). Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling with focus and concentration, anxiety, sleeping, low motivation, over eating, and depression? Untreated mental health illnesses can lead to poor quality of life and make it difficult for you to reach your goals and achieve your fullest potential in life. I'm passionate about helping clients to get prompt mental health diagnosis and treatments so that they can live their lives to the fullest. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, symptoms of autism disorder and bipolar disorder. Call now for a consultation.
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Beyond Psychiatry - Dawn Sims
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598
Are you tired, anxious, overweight and lack motivation? Feeling discouraged? Being over-medicated can cause problems. Having the wrong medication can cause even bigger problems. At Beyond Psychiatry we have a team of Psychiatrist, Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners here to help you. Call us direct or email. We are here to help you.
Are you tired, anxious, overweight and lack motivation? Feeling discouraged? Being over-medicated can cause problems. Having the wrong medication can cause even bigger problems. At Beyond Psychiatry we have a team of Psychiatrist, Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners here to help you. Call us direct or email. We are here to help you.
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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.