Finding a Psychiatric Provider Who Cares

There are so many choices and options when it comes to mental health care. Finding a psychiatric provider can be overwhelming and frustrating. It takes a lot to admit you need help and even more to seek out a provider. Then there’s wait lists and getting to the appointment. So much goes into that first appointment and then if it doesn’t go as planned you may think of swearing off psychiatric care all together.

Your mental health is important, however, it makes sense that you may feel defeated if your provider doesn’t seem to be listening or even care. Not all providers are created equal. Don’t give up your search if you have had negative experiences, there is a provider for you out there.

Psychiatric Medications Aren’t Your Only Option

While psychiatric providers specialize in prescribing psychiatric medications, that is not all they can offer! CCS contracts with holistic prescribers who will not only offer pharmaceutical options but also ways to improve your health and lifestyle to improve your mental health.

You will not be “forced” to take medications, you will be given options and allowed to ask questions to have a better understanding of what taking medications actually means.

CCS also contracts with licensed therapists who can help with a variety of concerns. You can engage in both therapy and medications management with CCS or choose one. It is completely up to you, though combining both approaches can yield more positive results!

What Makes CCS Different?

Carolina Counseling Services in Southern Pines, NC contracts with caring licensed psychiatric professionals who want to know your experience and find ways to meet your needs. You deserve to feel heard and to have a treatment plan that is geared toward what YOU need. One size does NOT fit all when it comes to psychiatric care.

It is essential to have a full assessment completed first so that your provider can get an accurate picture of what is going on for you. These assessments will include taking your mental and physical health history, family history, background, experiences, medications you’ve taken in the past etc. It may seem like a lot of questions, and it is! They are all necessary to get an accurate picture of who you are and what you need.

Find the comprehensive care you need and deserve with a prescriber contracted with CCS. Providers are in network with most major insurances including Aetna, Aetna State Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) and many more. Call now to schedule your first appointment.

Jaime Johnson Fitzpatrick LCMHCS, LCAS is one of the Owners and Vice Presidents of Carolina Counseling Services. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist in the State of North Carolina as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in State of New York. Jaime is also certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and utilizes various other approaches in her practice.