Why would I see a psychiatrist online?

One in four Americans is affected by emotional distress at some point in their life, but only one in eight seeks care. From chronic concerns such as depression and anxiety, to recent stress caused by events such as grief, divorce, parenthood, and other major life changes, online psychiatry allows for reliable and convenient visits with licensed and highly-trained physicians. In addition to the initial consultation and diagnosis, here are a few reasons people go online to see a psychiatrist:

You need one or more psychiatric medications
You have one or more mental disorder diagnosis
You feel that you aren’t getting better under the care of a general practitioner
You are experiencing complex side effects with your current medication(s) and would like a second opinion
You want to change your psychiatric medication
You have questions about your doctor’s treatment plan and want a second opinion

And here are some of the most common conditions that can be addressed online:

Anxiety
Depression (Major Depressive Disorder, Postpartum Depression)
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

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