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Find a psychiatrist in Jackson Heights, NY who can help with mental health, depression, stress, anxiety, counseling, family and relationships, therapy, and more.

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  • David Szuster, MD
    290 Points

    David Szuster, MD

    David Szuster Psychiatry
    82-11 37th Avenue, Suite 401
    Jackson Heights, NY 11372
  • Crystal Thomas 200 Points

    Crystal Thomas

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Jackson Heights Multispecialty
    72-06 Northern Boulevard
    Jackson Heights, NY 11372
  • Xavier San Miguel, MD 100 Points

    Xavier San Miguel, MD

    Clinica Psiquiatrica Hispana
    3768 91st St
    Jackson Heights, NY 11372
  • Alexander Elder, MD 100 Points

    Alexander Elder, MD

    7409 37th Ave Ste 422
    Jackson Heights, NY 11372
  • Luz Alvarez, MD 100 Points

    Luz Alvarez, MD

    Distance: 1.38 mi
    4043 75th St Fl 1
    Elmhurst, NY 11373
  • Steven Diamond, DO 100 Points

    Steven Diamond, DO

    Distance: 1.38 mi
    5910 Junction Blvd
    Elmhurst, NY 11373

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