Eating Disorders Psychiatrists in West Lake Hills, TX
Alyssa Lucas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I love helping those who are seeking answers and solutions to their mental health struggles. With my background as a former instructor at the University of Texas at Austin, I believe in education when it comes to people’s health. I have a special interest in depression, anxiety and eating disorders, but can help with a variety of problems and illnesses.
I love helping those who are seeking answers and solutions to their mental health struggles. With my background as a former instructor at the University of Texas at Austin, I believe in education when it comes to people’s health. I have a special interest in depression, anxiety and eating disorders, but can help with a variety of problems and illnesses.
Bret Bellard
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have over 23 years of experience with mental health issues. I am certified in both Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine. I strive to treat all aspects of my patient's life, including exercise and nutrition in addition to counseling and medication. My goal is to empower patients to take the best care of themselves.
I have over 23 years of experience with mental health issues. I am certified in both Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine. I strive to treat all aspects of my patient's life, including exercise and nutrition in addition to counseling and medication. My goal is to empower patients to take the best care of themselves.
Shannon Skolaut
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Go to centerforgreenpsychiatry.com/shannonskolaut to book directly! Currently accepting new patients with immediate openings - Shannon Skolaut is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who embraces a holistic and humanistic approach to healthcare. Shannon believes that the body and mind must be treated together as one. She encompasses an approach toward wellness that must be individualized, and each person must be treated based off their individual strengths, abilities, and treatment goals. Shannon embraces an empathetic, compassionate, non-discriminatory, and culturally centered approach to medicine and care.
Go to centerforgreenpsychiatry.com/shannonskolaut to book directly! Currently accepting new patients with immediate openings - Shannon Skolaut is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who embraces a holistic and humanistic approach to healthcare. Shannon believes that the body and mind must be treated together as one. She encompasses an approach toward wellness that must be individualized, and each person must be treated based off their individual strengths, abilities, and treatment goals. Shannon embraces an empathetic, compassionate, non-discriminatory, and culturally centered approach to medicine and care.
Michael Alan Schwartz
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a Board-Certified Psychiatrist practicing in West Lake Hills, Texas. In my office, or through telepsychiatry, I treat adults, adolescents, couples and families using a broad variety of methods and techniques, and, most importantly, an empathic and non-judgmental approach. My practice is collaborative, person-centered and holistic. Working with you, I will provide psychotherapy and, when appropriate, medication management. I will take the time and strive with you to develop a plan tailored to your individual needs and wishes and to provide the best solution and the best result.
I'm a Board-Certified Psychiatrist practicing in West Lake Hills, Texas. In my office, or through telepsychiatry, I treat adults, adolescents, couples and families using a broad variety of methods and techniques, and, most importantly, an empathic and non-judgmental approach. My practice is collaborative, person-centered and holistic. Working with you, I will provide psychotherapy and, when appropriate, medication management. I will take the time and strive with you to develop a plan tailored to your individual needs and wishes and to provide the best solution and the best result.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or stuck personally or professionally? I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist who uses a combination of therapy and medications. I strive to minimize medication use and collaborate with my patients to develop the capacities that allow them to move forward in their lives. Compassion, presence, and commitment are my guiding lights in my work.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or stuck personally or professionally? I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist who uses a combination of therapy and medications. I strive to minimize medication use and collaborate with my patients to develop the capacities that allow them to move forward in their lives. Compassion, presence, and commitment are my guiding lights in my work.
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Meredith Tompkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
With broad knowledge to help you, I've worked in psychiatric hospitals, treatment centers, nursing/group homes & have specialized experience with eating disorders (HAES orientation).
Psychiatric evaluation and medication management with a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I make a thorough assessment and treat you as more than a diagnosis. We partner to address mental health concerns and tailor medication to individual, particular needs. Your therapist/dietician is welcome to coordinate with me to optimize overall treatment. I am in-network with Blue Cross/Anthem, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Optum/United/Oscar. Out of pocket fee: $300/first session, $180/follow-up. I'm managing your medications but follow-up appointments are 20-30 minutes - we discuss more than just side effects and dose to better treat you.
With broad knowledge to help you, I've worked in psychiatric hospitals, treatment centers, nursing/group homes & have specialized experience with eating disorders (HAES orientation).
Psychiatric evaluation and medication management with a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I make a thorough assessment and treat you as more than a diagnosis. We partner to address mental health concerns and tailor medication to individual, particular needs. Your therapist/dietician is welcome to coordinate with me to optimize overall treatment. I am in-network with Blue Cross/Anthem, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Optum/United/Oscar. Out of pocket fee: $300/first session, $180/follow-up. I'm managing your medications but follow-up appointments are 20-30 minutes - we discuss more than just side effects and dose to better treat you.
Elisa Hilario
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701 (Online Only)
She also has experience as a Registered Nurse at a residential treatment center for children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral problems and as a Residential Counselor for adolescents and adults with eating disorders.
Elisa Hilario is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who received her Master's of Science in Nursing in 2018 from the University of Texas at Austin and Bachelor's of Science in Biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Prior to practicing in outpatient care, Elisa worked in long-term care diagnosing and treating adults with major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, schizophrenia, and dementia.
She also has experience as a Registered Nurse at a residential treatment center for children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral problems and as a Residential Counselor for adolescents and adults with eating disorders.
Elisa Hilario is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who received her Master's of Science in Nursing in 2018 from the University of Texas at Austin and Bachelor's of Science in Biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Prior to practicing in outpatient care, Elisa worked in long-term care diagnosing and treating adults with major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, schizophrenia, and dementia.
Francisca Ogu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746 (Online Only)
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a wealth of experience in delivering excellent nursing care. I treat patients with various mental health disorders such as Depression, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Eating disorders, PTSD, OCD, Schizophrenia, etc.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a wealth of experience in delivering excellent nursing care. I treat patients with various mental health disorders such as Depression, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Eating disorders, PTSD, OCD, Schizophrenia, etc.
Eric D. Seilhamer Jr.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703
Hello, nice to meet you! I am Eric Seilhamer, a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a passion for promoting the emotional and psychological well-being of children and adolescents. I received my Doctor of Nursing practice along with my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree from Texas Christian University in 2023. With a background in nursing and specialized training in psychiatric and mental health care, I bring over 11 years of experience to my practice. I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to empower young minds and guide them towards a path of resilience.
Hello, nice to meet you! I am Eric Seilhamer, a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a passion for promoting the emotional and psychological well-being of children and adolescents. I received my Doctor of Nursing practice along with my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree from Texas Christian University in 2023. With a background in nursing and specialized training in psychiatric and mental health care, I bring over 11 years of experience to my practice. I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to empower young minds and guide them towards a path of resilience.
Seeking mental health treatment in itself can be a challenging prospect for many people. I'm glad you are taking this step! I aim to help patients feels comfortable, safe and that they are in partnership with me to meet their goals. By working together, therapy can be a rewarding experience where patients come to understand themselves, relationships, and patterns of interacting in new ways to effect positive change. At times, medication is needed in conjunction with therapy to address acuity of symptoms and augment progress. In addition to individual and family therapy, I offer medication evaluation and management as needed.
Seeking mental health treatment in itself can be a challenging prospect for many people. I'm glad you are taking this step! I aim to help patients feels comfortable, safe and that they are in partnership with me to meet their goals. By working together, therapy can be a rewarding experience where patients come to understand themselves, relationships, and patterns of interacting in new ways to effect positive change. At times, medication is needed in conjunction with therapy to address acuity of symptoms and augment progress. In addition to individual and family therapy, I offer medication evaluation and management as needed.
My passion is working with people who want to make their lives better. We all want to have happy and meaningful lives, but sometimes we get stuck and need some help. My evaluation is very thorough. I use evidence-based (research proven) practices in my interview to determine if you have a diagnosis that medication can help. If so, we discuss options that may improve the quality of your life. You will find that I truly seek to understand you..... who you are, how you feel, and why you feel the way you do. Some of the nicest people I've ever met - are my clients. I would be honored to meet you.
My passion is working with people who want to make their lives better. We all want to have happy and meaningful lives, but sometimes we get stuck and need some help. My evaluation is very thorough. I use evidence-based (research proven) practices in my interview to determine if you have a diagnosis that medication can help. If so, we discuss options that may improve the quality of your life. You will find that I truly seek to understand you..... who you are, how you feel, and why you feel the way you do. Some of the nicest people I've ever met - are my clients. I would be honored to meet you.
Sabrina L Kones
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Accepting new patients. I offer care that is personalized, accessible, and collaborative. I strive to understand each patient’s treatment goals to develop a truly personalized ongoing plan of care. I specialize in medication management, mood and thought disorders, sleep disorders, anxiety disorders, dual diagnosis, crisis intervention, brief therapies, traumatic stress, LGBTQIA+, letters of readiness for gender-affirming care. I accept BCBS and Cigna PPO plans. Self pay prices are $300 for initial psychiatric assessment and $150 for medication management follow up.
Accepting new patients. I offer care that is personalized, accessible, and collaborative. I strive to understand each patient’s treatment goals to develop a truly personalized ongoing plan of care. I specialize in medication management, mood and thought disorders, sleep disorders, anxiety disorders, dual diagnosis, crisis intervention, brief therapies, traumatic stress, LGBTQIA+, letters of readiness for gender-affirming care. I accept BCBS and Cigna PPO plans. Self pay prices are $300 for initial psychiatric assessment and $150 for medication management follow up.
Ally Cox is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Texas who has been practicing since 2023. Ally offers a collaborative, holistic approach while providing realistic and evidence-based care. She has experience in clinical research and a passion for educating and empowering clients. Outside of work, Ally enjoys reading, hiking, and crafting.
Ally Cox is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Texas who has been practicing since 2023. Ally offers a collaborative, holistic approach while providing realistic and evidence-based care. She has experience in clinical research and a passion for educating and empowering clients. Outside of work, Ally enjoys reading, hiking, and crafting.
Chikwelu Christian Umeh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746 (Online Only)
Christian Umeh is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). He received his Master of Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) from the University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore. He obtained Post-Masters Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner from Drexel University, Philadelphia. After extensive experience ranging from critical care medicine, emergency medicine and Trauma-Surgical program, he proceeded to University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for Post-Masters Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
Christian Umeh is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). He received his Master of Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) from the University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore. He obtained Post-Masters Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner from Drexel University, Philadelphia. After extensive experience ranging from critical care medicine, emergency medicine and Trauma-Surgical program, he proceeded to University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for Post-Masters Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
My approach is based on integrative psychiatry, which uses medications, therapy and complementary medicine to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements. I consider the patient’s cultural background in my assessments and I can provide treatment in Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. My goal is to help my patients create lasting changes and build vitality, resilience and purpose in life.
My approach is based on integrative psychiatry, which uses medications, therapy and complementary medicine to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements. I consider the patient’s cultural background in my assessments and I can provide treatment in Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. My goal is to help my patients create lasting changes and build vitality, resilience and purpose in life.
Priscillia Madueke
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Priscilla. I am very confident and offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of my clients. My career started 24 years ago as a Nurse and today as a Board Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Tech in Lubbock, My Master's from Walden University as an Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and my Post Masters from National University as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Hello, my name is Priscilla. I am very confident and offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of my clients. My career started 24 years ago as a Nurse and today as a Board Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Tech in Lubbock, My Master's from Walden University as an Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and my Post Masters from National University as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
At Roots Behavioral Health, access to care and affordability of care are our touchstone values. I co-founded Roots with the goal of honoring these values in our community. By using a model of working with physician assistants, we are able to help more people in need. And to make care more affordable, our clinics accept most forms of commercial health insurance. As our Medical Director, I'm continually striving to elevate our standard of care.
At Roots Behavioral Health, access to care and affordability of care are our touchstone values. I co-founded Roots with the goal of honoring these values in our community. By using a model of working with physician assistants, we are able to help more people in need. And to make care more affordable, our clinics accept most forms of commercial health insurance. As our Medical Director, I'm continually striving to elevate our standard of care.
Dr. Nkeiruka Madubueze
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703 (Online Only)
Dr. Nkeiruka Madubueze is a board-certified psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner. I provide comprehensive and quality care for patients with various mental health disorders and improvement of their mental health. I earned a master’s degree and doctoral degree in the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program at the University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL.
Dr. Nkeiruka Madubueze is a board-certified psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner. I provide comprehensive and quality care for patients with various mental health disorders and improvement of their mental health. I earned a master’s degree and doctoral degree in the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program at the University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL.
Welcome to my practice! I strive to provide the best comprehensive assessment and care of your psychiatric needs with emphasis on your unique strengths and maximizing your coping skills Each client has had a variety of life experience that makes them who they are; while the emphasis in my practice is eclectic, meaning a mix of pharmacological knowledge and essentials of cognitive therapy , My goal is making sure I give the best advice and recommendations I can, while primarily attending to psychopharmacogic needs. In either case your issues will be heard compassionately , with acceptance and good future health in mind .
Welcome to my practice! I strive to provide the best comprehensive assessment and care of your psychiatric needs with emphasis on your unique strengths and maximizing your coping skills Each client has had a variety of life experience that makes them who they are; while the emphasis in my practice is eclectic, meaning a mix of pharmacological knowledge and essentials of cognitive therapy , My goal is making sure I give the best advice and recommendations I can, while primarily attending to psychopharmacogic needs. In either case your issues will be heard compassionately , with acceptance and good future health in mind .
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What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviors, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behavior affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counseling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioral disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behavior, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognize they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behavior has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.