Anxiety Psychiatrists in Texas

I focus on effective and safe medication management as well as supportive and psychodynamic therapy in my practice. I take a gentle, collaborative, and patient-centered approach, specializing in forming individualized pharmacological treatments as well as taking time to explore stressors and psychological issues to achieve complete and comprehensive care.

I am an ABPN board certified psychiatrist with more than 10 years of experience. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin, followed by medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch, and completed my residency in psychiatry at Dell Medical School in Austin. I previously served as assistant professor of psychiatry at UTHealth McGovern Medical School in Houston and have been involved in many years of teaching and mentorship. At UTHealth, I also served as clinical faculty in one of the nation's largest inpatient psychiatric campuses and am experienced in treating a wide range of adult mental illnesses including mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, and ADHD.

I have extensive experience treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, intellectual impairment, ADHD, eating disorders, PTSD, and personality disorders. I integrate traditional psychiatric treatment with a holistic wellness approach, drawing on my background as a motivational speaker, wellness coach, certified personal fitness trainer, nutrition coach, and weight-loss specialist. My approach emphasizes improving overall mental and physical well-being through personalized treatment plans that incorporate psychiatric care, wellness strategies, and lifestyle modifications.

I am a general psychiatrist fluent in English and Spanish. I earned my bachelor's degree in Microbiology from the University of Puerto Rico and my medical doctorate from Ponce School of Medicine (now Ponce Health Sciences University). I completed my General Psychiatry Training Program at the University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, graduating in 2008. After practicing privately in Puerto Rico, I relocated to Texas, where I worked for over five years at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Health System, providing mental health care to veterans. I have also gained extensive experience in telemedicine, working both within the VA system and as a locum tenens provider.

Patients can expect a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation in which I carefully assess their symptoms, medical history, and personal wellness goals. I take a collaborative and patient-centered approach, ensuring that treatment is tailored to each individual's mental and physical health needs. As an experienced telemedicine provider, I offer accessible and flexible mental health care, combining medication management and holistic wellness strategies to help patients achieve lasting well-being.

I value open communication, collaboration, and building a safe, supportive environment where patients feel heard and respected. I treat a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions, in children, adolescents, and adults. I emphasize trust and mutual understanding in the therapeutic relationship. In the initial visit, I conduct a comprehensive evaluation to understand each patient's unique history, concerns, and goals, and I utilize evidence-based medication management alongside therapeutic strategies to create personalized treatment plans that reflect and support my patients' needs and aspirations.

I am a double board-certified Adult and Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree from Texas A&M College of Medicine, completed my Adult Psychiatry Residency at UT Health San Antonio, and pursued my Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine. I have extensive experience treating diverse patient populations across various clinical settings.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist with over 18 years of experience in general, as well as child and adolescent psychiatry. I have extensive experience in counseling and medication management. I am committed to educating my patients about their illness and providing personalized care for each patient.

I received my undergraduate degree from Jackson State University, graduated from Saint Louis University Medical School, and completed my residency training in general psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry at the University of South Carolina.

I am a proud mom of four who enjoys spending time with my family and attending my kids' sports events.

I provide a relaxed, conversational, and non-judgmental space for patients to reflect on and integrate all aspects of their lives. I believe that vulnerability is key to healing and growth and work with individuals seeking to improve mood, reduce anxiety, enhance sleep, boost attention, or heal from trauma. My approach blends the latest research in medical treatment with insights from psychotherapy and coaching. I specialize in treating major depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, addiction, and personality disorders.

During the first visit, patients can expect a comprehensive and collaborative evaluation where I take the time to understand their symptoms, challenges, and goals. I foster an open and supportive environment, ensuring that treatment plans are personalized and aligned with each patient's unique needs. My approach integrates evidence-based medication management, psychotherapy techniques, and coaching strategies to help patients achieve their full potential.

I am a board-certified general adult psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School, where I was awarded the Albert M. Barret Award for Distinguished Performance in Psychiatry, and completed my psychiatric residency at Florida Atlantic University. Prior to medical school, I obtained my undergraduate degree in economics with honors from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. My background includes research at the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Center and the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. I also worked as a Mental Health Specialist at McLean Psychiatric Hospital.

I am passionate about and very experienced in providing a holistic approach along with evidence-based care for patients battling depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, and PTSD. I integrate supportive psychotherapy along with medication management and lifestyle changes such as nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, and stress management. I am focused on having a collaborative approach to treatment and forming a therapeutic alliance with every single patient under my care.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist in General psychiatry. I completed my medical degree at St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada. After completing my residency at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, I transitioned to an attending psychiatrist at the same place where I completed my residency. During my initial years as an attending, I took care of my own patients and supervised third year residents in the outpatient setting. After a few years, I transitioned to an inpatient setting, where I treated both voluntary and involuntary patients. I also continued to evaluate patients in the emergency room as part of the call group for the last 8 years.

I value open communication, privacy, and a collaborative approach with my patients. I create a warm, supportive environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered to participate in their care. In initial sessions, I thoroughly assess patients' history, concerns, and goals to ensure care is personalized and effective. I develop comprehensive treatment plans that align with each patient's objectives, providing ongoing support to help them achieve meaningful outcomes.

I earned my medical degree from Vanderbilt School of Medicine and completed psychiatry residency training at the University of California San Diego and Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. I have experience practicing in a variety of outpatient settings, including community mental health and military care, serving active-duty service members, their families, and veterans.

I specialize in medication management, working primarily with adult patients in an outpatient setting. While my primary focus is pharmacological treatment, I frequently collaborate with therapists to provide comprehensive care when indicated. I have extensive experience treating civilians, active-duty military personnel, and veterans, addressing conditions such as mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis, and trauma-related disorders.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Louisville, KY. Following medical school, I entered active duty service in the U.S. Army, where I completed my psychiatry residency at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, HI. After completing my training, I practiced as a staff psychiatrist at Fort Hood, TX, fulfilling my service obligation.

During the first visit, patients can expect a thorough psychiatric evaluation where I take time to understand their history, symptoms, and treatment goals. I provide a structured yet compassionate approach to care, discussing medication options and potential therapeutic interventions. For patients who may benefit from additional therapy, I collaborate with therapists to ensure a well-rounded treatment plan tailored to each individual's needs.

My practice focuses on medication management, and I utilize a systematic approach to ensure diagnoses are accurate and treatment plans are optimized to each individual patient. My approach is also holistic in nature, often incorporating therapy and lifestyle modification into the treatment plan. I employ multiple therapeutic approaches depending on the needs of the patient, including supportive therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I place great emphasis on psychoeducation so that patients are aware of the nature and prognosis of their conditions as well as the treatment options available. When multiple treatment options are reasonable, I take patient preference into account, offering flexibility to the patient experience. I treat a variety of psychiatric disorders with a particular focus on mood disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and trauma-related disorders.

I am a board-certified staff psychiatrist who treats adult patients. A former engineer, I have developed a passion for guiding patients along the road to recovery. I completed my undergraduate studies at The University of Texas at Austin and later completed medical school and residency in General Psychiatry at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.

Please note: I do not prescribe long-term, daily benzodiazepine medications; however, I am happy to help you taper off of these medications and transition to a safer, long-term medication regimen.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist trained in adult psychiatry and consultation-liaison psychiatry, formerly known as psychosomatic medicine. I specialize in working with patients with acute and chronic medical conditions that may be affecting their mental health, such as cancer, stroke, or a heart condition. I provide patient-centered care utilizing a collaborative approach to help my patients reach their goals. My other areas of clinical interest include ICU delirium and cardiac psychiatry.

I have been practicing for over five years and have extensive experience working in a variety of clinical settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatry. I am a native of Louisiana and a graduate of the LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport. During my fourth year of medical school, I was elected to the prestigious medical honor society, Alpha Omega Alpha, and was awarded the John W. Bick Excellence in Psychiatry award. I completed my psychiatry residency training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where I served as Chief Resident and was a PRITE Fellow. Afterwards, I completed a fellowship in consultation-liaison psychiatry at Yale-New Haven Hospital. I have multiple scholarly publications, particularly in the fields of emergency psychiatry and hospital delirium, and have presented at the annual conference for the Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry.

I am passionate about academic medicine and enjoy teaching medical students and residents.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist who joined Talkiatry after completing my psychiatry residency. I provide patient-centered care and understand the importance of actively involving patients in their treatment journey. I believe that every patient deserves personalized care tailored to their unique needs and circumstances. I utilize evidence-based treatments combined with a comprehensive approach to address not only the symptoms but also the underlying factors contributing to my patients' distress. Although my practice focuses on medication management, I also provide supportive therapy and may recommend more intensive therapy when indicated. I approach each patient with empathy and understanding, fostering a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.

I completed my undergraduate training at The University of Texas at Austin and pursued my medical degree at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. I also graduated with a Master's in Public Health from Columbia University in New York. I went on to complete my general adult psychiatry training at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

I focus on treating the adult population from ages 18+. I utilize both pharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatment interventions and have experience treating a variety of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, and psychotic disorders.

My practice style is patient-centered, compassionate care tailored to each individual's unique mental health needs. As a psychiatrist, I am dedicated to helping my patients overcome their mental health challenges and achieve their goals.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist licensed in New York and Texas, a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and a member of the American Psychiatric Association. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology from The University of Texas at San Antonio and my medical degree from the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. I completed my residency in psychiatry at Texas A&M University - Temple/Baylor Scott & White Hospital, where I served as Recruitment Chief Resident.

I am passionate about collaborative care and telemedicine, and have held positions in primary care mental health and collaborative care settings. I previously worked as a staff psychiatrist at the Department of Veterans Affairs and held an academic appointment as Clinical Instructor for the Department of Psychiatry at New York University Grossman School of Medicine.

Dr. Cheryl Person is the National Director of Clinical Quality at Talkiatry. She is board certified in general adult psychiatry and has been in practice for 20 years. Dr. Person focuses on medication management but believes that is only part of successful treatment. She will spend her time providing motivational interviewing or supportive therapy, and believes it is often critical to have a therapist as part of the treatment team. Dr. Person received her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine. She completed her psychiatric residency at Johns Hopkins and a psychiatric epidemiology fellowship at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health with a focus on disaster mental health. After relocating to Texas in 2010, she worked as Director of Psychiatric Services of a large safety-net hospital in Houston. Prior to Talkiatry, she most recently was the executive director/chief physician of a large university student health center and campus pharmacy. In addition to adult psychiatry, Dr. Person has worked extensively with victims of acute trauma and her primary focus is on working with patients who have anxiety and mood disorders.

I use a collaborative, narrative-informed approach that centers each patient's lived experience and values. My integrative method helps individuals recognize emotional and behavioral patterns shaped by cultural, relational, and systemic factors. I am committed to providing culturally responsive and identity-affirming care, with a particular focus on immigrant communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and high-performance professionals. In clinical practice, I combine evidence-based medication management with appropriate psychotherapy techniques and elements of executive coaching. This comprehensive approach supports patients navigating high-pressure environments, helping them achieve greater clarity, resilience, and confidence across both personal and professional domains.

I earned my undergraduate degree in Materials Science and NanoEngineering from Rice University, my medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and completed my psychiatry residency training at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Now based in New York City, I bring a broad geographic and cultural perspective, having previously lived in China, Canada, Illinois, California, Texas, and Mississippi.

My practice focuses on medication management and providing psychoeducation to my patients. If indicated, I may determine that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. I have experience treating a large variety of mental health conditions across a variety of populations, and I strongly believe in tailoring treatments through a holistic and patient-centered approach based on individual and multi-faceted histories.

I am board certified in adult psychiatry and have been in practice for over 6 years. I completed my residency at Icahn School of Medicine, Elmhurst Hospital Center program, where I served as Chief Resident in my final year. After completing my residency training, I worked as a staff psychiatrist at the VA Medical Center, focusing on PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I have held an academic appointment at the University of UT Southwestern medical school and have spent my professional career supervising and teaching medical students and psychiatry residents.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist who practices a holistic approach to developing an individualized plan to work toward a patient's goals. I am experienced in treating depression, bipolar spectrum disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety, and other related psychiatric disorders. I incorporate a multitude of treatment modalities such as supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices as an adjunct to pharmacotherapy, and I recognize the value of a multifaceted approach to wellbeing and may recommend treatment modalities that are complementary to medication management.

I received my medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed my adult psychiatry residency training at LSU Health Shreveport. I have more than 4 years of experience practicing in various clinical settings with an emphasis on mental health care in outpatient settings. My background and experiences have broadened my understanding of cultural stigmas and the relationship it plays in psychiatric care.