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

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  • Lynne Hoffman, MD 140 Points

    Lynne Hoffman, MD

    General psychiatry
    480 Mamaroneck Ave.
    Harrison, NY 10528
  • Steven Shainmark, MD 110 Points

    Steven Shainmark, MD

    275 North St
    Harrison, NY 10528
  • Barry Korey, MD 110 Points

    Barry Korey, MD

    St Vincents Hospital
    275 North St
    Harrison, NY 10528
  • Margaret Hayes, MD 100 Points

    Margaret Hayes, MD

    240 North St
    Harrison, NY 10528
  • Ann Landowne, MD 100 Points

    Ann Landowne, MD

    275 North St
    Harrison, NY 10528
  • Neil Smoke, DO 100 Points

    Neil Smoke, DO

    275 North St
    Harrison, NY 10528
  • Adolph Soto, MD 100 Points

    Adolph Soto, MD

    275 North St
    Harrison, NY 10528
  • Andrew Levin, MD 100 Points

    Andrew Levin, MD

    St Vincents Hospital
    275 North St
    Harrison, NY 10528

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