Christian Adams, MD

I believe in empowering patients through psychoeducation and emphasize honest, constructive communication. I value collaboration and work to ensure patients feel informed, comfortable, and involved in their care decisions. I take a comprehensive approach to evaluations, considering both medical and psychosocial factors unique to each patient. I develop individualized treatment options based on patient preferences and maintain regular follow-up to support ongoing needs and adjust care as necessary.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist who earned my medical degree from UT Southwestern in Dallas and completed my psychiatry residency at UTHealth McGovern in Houston. My clinical experience has focused on telepsychiatry, and I have held medical licenses across the United States, allowing me to serve a diverse patient population.

I value a collaborative, empathic approach and prioritize creating a supportive environment where patients feel heard and actively involved in their care. I work closely with patients to establish shared treatment goals and clear expectations. My treatment approach includes medication management as well as therapeutic modalities such as supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and stress-reduction techniques, tailored to each patient's needs. Initial visits focus on obtaining a comprehensive history and developing a clear understanding of the patient's concerns, strengths, and goals for treatment. Follow-up sessions are individualized and structured around ongoing progress, with treatment plans adjusted collaboratively to align with evolving goals and needs.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed my general psychiatry residency at Temple University. I went on to complete a community psychiatry fellowship with the University of Pennsylvania, where I served in an attending role caring for patients with serious mental illness. My experience includes working with veterans at the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Virginia and most recently with the University of Kentucky, treating individuals with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and trauma.

I am a strong advocate for patient rights and am committed to creating a supportive, respectful environment where patients feel heard. I value collaboration, encourage regular feedback, and tailor care to meet each individual's unique needs. I begin with a comprehensive intake, reviewing psychiatric history, prior treatments, and social factors affecting mental health. I partner with patients to develop individualized treatment plans aligned with their goals, and at follow-ups, I evaluate progress and make thoughtful adjustments as needed.

I earned my medical degree, completed my general psychiatry residency, and completed a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of Louisville. I have experience in both outpatient and acute inpatient settings and have cared for patients across the lifespan.

I believe effective treatment begins with understanding a patient's life experiences and perspective. I take time to explore how patients see their challenges and what is or is not working for them. While medication can be an important tool, I do not focus on medication alone and value open discussion about its benefits and concerns. I prioritize understanding how patients are functioning across all areas of life and strongly value a collaborative approach, viewing treatment as a partnership built on shared decision-making. I begin with a thorough evaluation that includes medical and family history, ensuring that underlying medical issues are not overlooked. The first visit is also an opportunity to build rapport and help patients feel comfortable. Together, my patients and I develop a treatment plan aligned with their goals. I recognize that goals evolve over time and work collaboratively to adjust treatment as part of the ongoing growth process.

I grew up in Kentucky and have trained and practiced in a wide range of clinical settings. My experience spans inpatient and outpatient care, community mental health, state hospitals, addiction clinics, VA hospitals, and academic medicine. I became board certified in addiction medicine in 2019, deepening my understanding of how addiction affects individuals and families. I have also worked extensively with patients experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, including both military- and civilian-related trauma. My diverse background allows me to appreciate the complex personal, social, and medical factors that influence mental health.

I value collaboration and encourage patients to ask questions, clarify expectations, and identify their primary concerns from the start. While medication management is part of care, I emphasize insight, goal setting, and skill building. I integrate hypnotherapy, guided imagery, relaxation, and meditation to support wellness, pain management, sleep, anxiety, and addiction, tailoring treatment to each patient's needs. I take a flexible, whole-person approach, combining medication management with evidence-based therapies such as CBT, CPT, motivational interviewing, and family-based interventions. I work comfortably with children, adults, families, service members, Veterans, and individuals facing life transitions, including end-of-life concerns. My goal is to help patients develop practical tools for lasting mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

I am a physician with a distinguished career in military and civilian psychiatry. A retired Colonel in the U.S. Army, I have served as a plenary and invited speaker at national and international conferences on topics including addiction, electroconvulsive therapy, hypnotherapy, and quality improvement. I am a Certified Healthcare Executive, hold a master's degree in preventive medicine and biometrics, and have published in peer-reviewed journals. My clinical background includes pain management, addiction psychiatry, child and adult psychiatry, and academic appointments at multiple universities.

I value a collaborative, team-based approach where my patients and I work together to build a treatment plan. I emphasize open and honest communication, aiming to improve quality of life and reduce the impact of mental health symptoms. In the initial appointment, I focus on understanding each patient's history, concerns, and goals, then develop individualized treatment plans that align with those goals, ensuring care that is thoughtful, supportive, and tailored to each patient's needs.

I earned my medical degree from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency and child and adolescent fellowship at the University of South Florida. I am board certified in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. My experience includes treating children, adolescents, and adults across outpatient, inpatient, consultation-liaison, school-based, and residential settings.

I create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel comfortable sharing their experiences. I value collaboration and open communication throughout the treatment process, focusing on empowering individuals with education and tools to better manage their mental health. My approach emphasizes tailoring care to each person's unique needs and goals to promote long-term wellness. I have a strong background in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and ADHD.

I begin each therapeutic relationship with a thorough assessment of the patient's history, symptoms, and goals. I work collaboratively to develop an individualized treatment plan that may include medication management, lifestyle strategies, and coordination with therapists or other healthcare providers. I regularly review progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and encourage patients to take an active role in their care and decision-making.

I am a licensed psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience providing compassionate care in both outpatient and telehealth settings. I earned my medical degree from the University of Louisville and completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Kentucky. I maintain an active medical license and DEA registration.

While assessing my patients with the biopsychosocial model, I treat with evidence-based treatment. I utilize therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy in conjunction with medication for optimal results.

I graduated from Boston Medical Center Brighton, Massachusetts, from the Department of Psychiatry. I received my training in Interventional Psychiatry including ECT and TMS at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a Harvard University Teaching Hospital. I have multiple publications in research. I am culturally diverse and speak English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, and Chinese Mandarin.

In my free time, I enjoy playing sports with my family, including soccer and cricket.

I value creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where patients can speak openly about their experiences and goals. I believe in a collaborative approach, working with patients to discover strategies that best suit their lives. I also take into account lifestyle factors that may influence mental health, supporting a well-rounded and sustainable path to wellness.

I begin care with a comprehensive conversation about current concerns, past mental health, physical health, and life experiences. From there, I work with patients to create a personalized treatment plan, whether through therapy, medication, lifestyle adjustments, or a combination. Follow-ups focus on refining the plan to ensure it continues to support the patient's journey.

I earned my medical degree with honors and completed my residency in Adult Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. I have worked across a wide range of clinical settings, including inpatient, outpatient, community clinics, and state hospitals. I am also trained in multiple psychotherapy modalities, equipping me to meet diverse patient needs.

I bring a casual, easygoing communication style to create a comfortable space where patients feel at ease. I emphasize forming strong therapeutic bonds based on trust, and I combine supportive therapy with medication management. I encourage collaboration with therapists and use evidence-based treatment approaches tailored to each individual's needs. I begin with a thorough understanding of each patient's concerns, history, and goals, then create a personalized treatment plan and work collaboratively with the patient to reach those goals, adjusting care as needed for ongoing progress.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist with experience in both outpatient and inpatient psychiatry, as well as addiction medicine. I completed my medical degree at Morehouse School of Medicine and trained at University Hospitals Case Medical Center, where I completed general psychiatry residency and fellowships in addiction and community psychiatry. My experience includes roles in community mental health, academic teaching, and the VA system.

Outside of work, I enjoy music production, soccer, spending time with loved ones, and all dogs.

One of my main goals is to make counseling and therapy "user friendly." Many people are apprehensive about starting therapy, and from the first session I try to create an atmosphere where they feel safe and supported. My counseling style is rooted in unconditional positive regard, meaning I always approach therapy from a strength-based perspective. I treat my clients with respect, genuine care, compassion, and concern, and I work with them to create goals and find solutions that best suit their needs. I also consider myself a holistic counselor, focusing on the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. As Plato said, 'The part can never be well unless the whole is well.'

I specialize in areas such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma from physical and sexual abuse, family and relationship issues, parenting problems, and LGBTQIA+ support. I also have significant experience working with the military and providing education and career counseling. My professional journey has been eclectic and wide-ranging, allowing me to work with a diverse range of populations and issues.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with an MA, licensed in both Kentucky and Ohio, and I am also a Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider. Maya Angelou said, 'My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.' My mission is to help you find the best way to overcome and thrive in your life.

I believe that connection is the foundation of positive growth, and I dedicate my work to providing a safe place for clients to engage in self-expression and to explore the particular challenges they face on a daily basis. My approach is client centered, focusing on evidenced based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I work with clients of all ages and encourage inclusion and diversity within families to promote individual growth.

I began my career as a social worker for hospice in 1999 and have extensive experience helping families cope with death and grief due to illness and/or trauma. Following that foundational work, I expanded my clinical knowledge and expertise in a variety of settings to include substance abuse, challenges related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ issues, and navigating the foster care/adoption system.

What has motivated me over the course of my career as a caregiver? I am a native Houstonian who grew up in a working-class community. Through curiosity and hard work, I was able to attend a university that included people of vastly different life experiences. I was molded by both communities to appreciate the commonalities of humanity. That broad exposure extended my empathetic spectrum to grasp the needs of the American diaspora.

I use a biopsychosocial approach to evaluate the patient. I gather patient history with a mindset that considers the neuroscience that chemically shapes mood, thoughts, and behavior. I am able to uncover factors that can inhibit psychological growth and development. I have experience in seeing how the social conditions of the œthen can influence the resiliency of the œnow. I appreciate, and am proficient in, advances in technology, but prioritize the analog relationship between doctor and patient.

Meeting people where they are. It is an old trope, but describes how one allows a patient to set the path forward. An open-ended interview is conducted with an open mind towards resolution. When being evaluated and treated by me, a patient can expect to be met in a cordial but professional manner. Treatments are discussed and considered based on the mental state of the patient and the clinical efficacy and scientific evidence of benefit. The patient is invited to ask questions and consider whether they wish to pursue the suggested treatment plan.

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 strongly believe in tailoring treatments through a holistic and patient-centered approach based on individual and multi-faceted histories. I have experience treating a large variety of mental health conditions across a variety of populations.

I am board certified in adult psychiatry and have been in practice for over 15 years. I completed my residency at Banner Good Samaritan (now Banner University) Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. After completing my residency training, I worked with the severely mentally ill population for several years, then transitioned to a private practice setting that offered the interventional options of transcranial magnetic stimulation and ketamine infusion. Most recently, I worked at the Phoenix VA treating veterans, with a focus on PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I have held an academic appointment at the University of Arizona Medical School and have spent my professional career supervising and teaching medical students and psychiatry residents.

I am an adult psychiatrist specializing in medication management and psychotherapy, with a strong focus on nutrition, wellness, and mindfulness. I primarily provide supportive psychotherapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to help patients better understand and address their stressors. I take a holistic approach to care, emphasizing the emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being of my patients. My goal is to inspire meaningful, sustainable changes in patients' lives through compassionate, comprehensive treatment.

I earned my combined MD/MPH degree from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Miami/Jackson Health System, one of the nation's leading public healthcare systems. During my residency, I gained broad experience in diverse areas of psychiatry, including inpatient psychiatry, emergency psychiatry, outpatient care, psychotherapy, hypnosis, child and adolescent psychiatry, consultation-liaison psychiatry, psycho-oncology, and addiction psychiatry.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist based in Florida. I have a particular focus on combining supportive psychotherapy techniques with medication management in the treatment of psychiatric conditions. Some conditions I have particular experience in managing include attention/focus difficulties, anxiety, depression, and bipolar mood issues, but I am well-versed in addressing a wide variety of diagnoses.

I provide evidence-based medication management and psychotherapy to address mental health conditions. I am a strong advocate for patient autonomy, quality improvement, and psychoeducation.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist who completed medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. I received residency training at University of Texas Health - San Antonio, where in addition to clinical training I was appointed resident chair of the Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Committee. Since graduation, I have been a staff psychiatrist and the military unit director at Cumberland Hall Hospital, providing comprehensive care to child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

I am board certified in Adult psychiatry. My approach to mental health is integrative, with the utilization of complementary and alternative treatments such as yoga, lifestyle changes, and nutritional interventions in addition to traditional medication management and therapy. I prefer to focus on the overall health and well-being of an individual, rather than just treating symptoms. My practice focuses on medication management along with elements of therapy from different modalities, such as supportive and cognitive behavioral therapy, that are patient-tailored. I understand the importance of psychotherapy and may ask to bring in a therapist into your treatment team to provide the best care and outcome. My clinical interests include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder, OCD, and ADHD.

After completing my undergraduate degree in Biology at Ohio Northern University, I received my medical degree from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. I went on to complete my residency in psychiatry at The Ohio State University Medical Center. I also completed yoga teacher training and presented nationally at the APA in 2019 regarding the benefits of yoga for depression. I am a member of the American Psychiatric Association, Ohio Psychiatric Physician's Association, and Psychiatry Society of Central Ohio.

I believe in helping others to help themselves. I provide therapy to individuals with an emphasis on crisis intervention, skill-building, self-esteem, attachment issues, relationship problems, and communication repair. I create a close, supportive relationship in the counseling setting to assist each person in moving forward through open discussion, developing personal insight, and offering workable suggestions. My specialties include working with those who are experiencing anxiety or depression.

I began my career working in the field of education after completing both a Bachelor of Liberal Arts and a Master of Liberal Arts at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, with an emphasis on Psychology, Women's Studies, and Child and Family Studies. After relocating to Georgia, I attended Argosy University, where I completed an additional Master of Arts Degree, with honors, in Community Counseling, in addition to receiving a Marriage and Family Therapy Certification. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC), a Distance Certified Counselor (DCC), a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider (BC-TMH), and I hold a Crisis Worker Certification from the American Association of Suicidology. I am also a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for Cobb County Juvenile Court.

Prior to private practice, my clinical experience included working as a therapist at the YWCA, providing domestic violence and sexual assault counseling, facilitating domestic violence support and therapy groups, working with children and families at several community mental health agencies, and working at a mental health crisis line. In addition to my private practice, I also provide online therapy to clients through a secure website and texting platform.

When not working, I regularly participate in professional training, enjoy volunteering and participating in community and sorority events, collecting Disney paraphernalia, traveling, sewing, attending sci-fi conventions, and spoiling my nieces and nephews.

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.

Dr. Georgia Gaveras holds the position of Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer at Talkiatry. She is triple board-certified in child and adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and addiction medicine. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Gaveras's practice focuses on medication management. Typically, she offers this in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. However, occasionally Dr. Gaveras may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. She received her medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, ME, before moving back to NY to complete her residency at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center and a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital. After completing training, she remained and worked with dually-diagnosed adolescents at the Comprehensive Rehabilitation and Education Service (CARES) before becoming the Director of Training and Education for the Mount Sinai St. Luke's and Roosevelt Hospitals. She was then the associate director of child and adolescent emergency psychiatry at Cohen Children's Medical Center before becoming the Director of the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) at Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn. Dr. Gaveras has held academic appointments at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine, Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Zucker School of Medicine, and SUNY Downstate Medical College. In addition, she has appeared in numerous professional publications and authored several research papers. In addition to general, child, and adolescent psychiatry, Dr. Gaveras is also board-certified in addiction medicine and trained in the Eating Disorders, Compulsions and Addictions Service (EDCAS) program at the William Alanson White Institute. She completed her undergraduate studies at New York University. While having treated a wide variety of patients, her primary clinical focus has been in treating adolescents and young adults with co-occurring substance use disorders.