Find and Book Psychiatrists Near Me in Henderson, NV
There are 87 Psychiatrists in Henderson, NV and 30% of those with reviews are rated 4-star or higher. Some of the most common clinical focuses include Psychotic Disorders, Addiction & Substance Abuse and Personality Disorders. Popular hospitals in the area include Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican, Siena Campus and Renown Regional Medical Center.
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
Residents of Henderson have several healthcare facilities available to them, including the regional provider Dignity Health and Henderson Hospital, a 297-bed facility. Veterans living in Henderson have access to VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System, which has eight locations in Southern Nevada and seven community-based outpatient clinics throughout the region. Children’s Hospital of Nevada at University Medical Center is the nearest dedicated children’s hospital.
Henderson’s Top-Rated Facilities
Dignity Health’s St. Rose Dominican Hospital - Siena Campus is a 326-bed facility and one of the highest-rated hospitals in Las Vegas. U.S. News rates St. Rose Dominican Hospital as high performing in six procedures and conditions, including:
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
knee replacement
University Medical Center - Las Vegas is a level-1 trauma center. U.S. News rates University Medical Center - Las Vegas as high performing in five conditions and procedures, including:
Psychiatrists specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions. Their education and clinical training help them understand how medical conditions manifest as psychiatric symptoms and how mental health conditions can affect your body.
There are several psychiatry subspecialties, including:
addiction medicine
child and adolescent psychiatry
forensic psychiatry
geriatric psychiatry
neuropsychiatry
pain medicine
sleep medicine
What mental health conditions do psychiatrists treat?
Psychiatrists treat a broad range of mental health conditions, including:
addiction, including alcohol, drugs, gambling, and more
What treatments and therapies do psychiatrists perform?
Psychiatrists use various treatments to help you manage your mental health condition, including psychotherapy and medications.
Psychotherapy is a treatment that involves establishing a close, talking relationship between you and your therapist. Two examples of psychotherapy include:
behavioral therapy, which focuses on your learning and behavior to change unhealthy behavior patterns
cognitive therapy, which focuses on your thoughts and shows a relationship between dysfunctional thinking and unhealthy emotions or behaviors
Medications are often used in combination with psychotherapy to help you treat your mental health condition. Some examples of medications include:
antidepressants, which psychiatrists use to treat depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and more
psychotropics, which psychiatrists use to treat delusions and hallucinations, such as with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia
sedatives, which are medications used to treat anxiety and insomnia
stimulants, which are medications used to treat ADHD
When should I contact a psychiatrist?
You may want to start a relationship with a mental health provider if you’re experiencing hardship and want help understanding your thoughts and behaviors. A psychiatrist can help if the cause of your mental health condition is unknown or if you have a complex mental health condition that requires medication, including:
ADHD
bipolar disorder
schizophrenia
severe depression
It’s important to know that you are not alone. Psychiatrists have the training and expertise to provide you with the resources and care you need.
What should I expect from a psychiatrist appointment?
During your first appointment, your psychiatrist will talk with you about the reason for your visit, including why you think you need therapy. They’ll ask about your symptoms, how long you’ve had them, and what treatment you received in the past, if any. You can expect the conversation to include a discussion about your family, history, work, and other personal matters.
Toward the end of your visit, your psychiatrist will discuss your treatment plan and session frequency, which may include some recommended medications. You may use the end of your appointment as an opportunity to ask your psychiatrist any questions you have about your treatment plan.
What questions should I ask my psychiatrist?
It’s important to show up to your psychiatrist appointment prepared. To help you get started, we’ve created a good list of questions for you to ask:
What’s my diagnosis?
Are underlying medical issues causing my mental health condition?
Should I get a second opinion?
Which psychotherapy, if any, would be the most helpful for me?
How much experience do you have treating my mental health condition?
Will you be available during a crisis?
How will this treatment help me?
Are there medications you recommend I try? How will they help?
How will I know if treatment is working for me?
How frequently do you recommend we meet?
You may use these questions as a starting point, but feel free to add your own. A good practice is to also ask for additional information and take notes during your appointment.
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