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Psychiatry Services In Charlotte
Finding the right psychiatric care means finding providers who treat you as a partner, not a prescription pad. At Pediatric & Family Behavioral Health, PLLC in Charlotte, NC, our board-certified psychiatrists combine medical expertise with genuine respect for your autonomy and goals.
Complete psychiatric services including therapy, medication management, and evaluations
Same-day or next-day appointments available for established patients
Secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform that protects your privacy
When Telehealth Makes More Sense Than In-Person Visits
Telehealth isn't a compromise—for many people, it's the better option. No commute means less time away from work. No waiting room means complete privacy. No childcare scrambling means parents can actually make appointments.
Telehealth is especially helpful for:
Therapy Hasn't Been Enough
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You've been in counseling for months but symptoms persist
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Your therapist suggests medication might help
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You're making progress but hit a plateau
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Skills and coping strategies don't reduce core symptoms
Symptoms Disrupt Daily Functioning
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Can't concentrate at work or complete basic tasks
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Sleep problems affecting your health and relationships
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Mood swings damaging important connections
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Anxiety or panic preventing you from leaving home
You Need Accurate Diagnosis
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Multiple diagnoses from different providers
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Treatment not working because diagnosis is unclear
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Complex symptoms requiring medical evaluation
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Family history of psychiatric conditions needing assessment
Why Psychiatric Treatment Works
Mental health conditions often involve measurable changes in brain chemistry and neural pathways. Psychiatric medications correct these imbalances, making other treatments more effective and symptoms more manageable.
Here's what sets effective psychiatric care apart:
Psychiatrists use clinical interviews, validated assessment tools, and medical knowledge to distinguish between conditions with overlapping symptoms. Depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD can all cause concentration problems—but they require different medications. Accurate diagnosis from the start saves months of ineffective treatment.
Accurate Medical Diagnosis
We partner with GeneSight for genetic testing that identifies which medications your body metabolizes effectively. This reduces trial-and-error, helping us select medications more likely to work for your specific genetic profile. Not everyone needs this testing, but it's available when it makes sense.
Pharmacogenetic Testing When Helpful
Research consistently shows combined treatment—medication plus therapy—produces better outcomes than either alone for most conditions. Medication stabilizes brain chemistry while therapy teaches skills and addresses thought patterns. We coordinate both aspects of your care.
Medication Paired With Therapy
Mental health treatment isn't "prescribe and forget." We track your response, manage side effects, adjust dosages, and switch medications when needed. Regular follow-ups ensure treatment continues working as your symptoms and life circumstances change.
Ongoing Monitoring and Adjustment
Psychiatrists provide medical diagnosis and prescribe medications—services licensed therapists cannot offer.
What Psychiatric Treatment Can Help You Achieve
Effective psychiatric care doesn't just reduce symptoms—it restores your ability to function fully and enjoy life.
With proper treatment, you can:
Stabilize mood and reduce symptoms that interfere with daily life
Function effectively at work or school without constant struggle
Rebuild relationships damaged by untreated symptoms
Sleep better and wake with energy instead of dread
Make decisions and concentrate without brain fog or racing thoughts
Most patients notice meaningful improvement within 4-8 weeks of starting appropriate psychiatric medication.
Combining psychiatric medication with therapy produces significantly better outcomes than either treatment alone.
How Your Psychiatric Evaluation Works
Schedule Your Appointment
Book an in-person or telehealth appointment. We'll send intake forms and assessment questionnaires ahead of time. Completing these before your visit helps us use appointment time efficiently.
Complete Your Evaluation
Your psychiatrist conducts a thorough clinical interview covering symptoms, medical history, previous treatments, family history, and current medications. Evaluation typically takes 60-90 minutes. We're listening, not rushing.
Review Diagnosis & Treatment Options
We explain our clinical findings, discuss diagnosis, and present treatment options including medications, therapy referrals, and lifestyle factors. You make informed decisions about your care with our guidance and support.
Why Trust PFBHNC for Your Psychiatric Care?
Finding the right mental health provider shouldn't be complicated. We've built our psychiatric services around clinical excellence and genuine respect for patient autonomy.
Board-Certified Psychiatrists
Our psychiatric providers hold advanced credentials, maintain board certification, and stay current with the latest research-backed treatments. Experience matters when diagnosing complex conditions.
You Make the Decisions
At Pediatric and Family Behavioral Health, we believe the best outcomes come from partnership. Our providers practice evidence-based psychiatry grounded in shared decision making, meaning you are an active participant in your care. We take time to review treatment options, explain benefits and risks, and answer your questions so you can make informed choices that align with your goals, values, and clinical needs. Together, we create personalized care plans designed to support lasting mental wellness.
Noticeable Improvements in Weeks, Not Months
Appropriate medication can provide noticeable symptom relief within weeks, helping you function better while therapy and lifestyle changes take effect.
Flexible and Convenient Appointment Times
We know that life doesn’t always fit into a 9–5 schedule, so we offer a variety of appointment times to meet your needs. With a large team of psychiatric providers across Charlotte and North Carolina, many of our clinicians offer early morning appointments as early as 8:00 a.m., and several provide late afternoon and early evening availability including times around 5:00 p.m. Whether
Pharmacogenetic Testing Available
Medication affects everyone differently. Pharmacogenetic testing helps guide treatment by showing how your genetics may influence medication response and side effects reducing trial and error and supporting more personalized prescribing.
At Pediatric and Family Behavioral Health, we offer testing through GeneSight as part of our evidence-based psychiatric care. Testing is billed to insurance, though coverage varies. GeneSight guarantees that for 2026, patient out-of-pocket costs will not exceed $330. Our team helps coordinate testing and reviews results with you to thoughtfully integrate them into your care plan.
Evidence-Based Treatment Standards
We follow proven clinical guidelines for psychiatric diagnosis and medication management, ensuring you receive care backed by research and medical consensus.
Partnering with Families for a Brighter Tomorrow
Mental Health Conditions We Treat
Our psychiatrists provide complete diagnostic and treatment services for children, adolescents, and adults. We combine evidence-based medicine with individualized care that respects your unique situation.
Depression & Mood Disorders
Major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, and bipolar disorder require accurate diagnosis and appropriate medication. We treat the full spectrum of mood conditions.
Anxiety Disorders
Generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, specific phobias, and separation anxiety respond well to psychiatric treatment, especially when medication reduces physical symptoms that fuel anxious thoughts.
ADHD Across the Lifespan
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder looks different in children, teens, and adults. Our psychiatrists diagnose ADHD accurately and prescribe medications that improve focus, impulse control, and executive functioning.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
OCD involves intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that disrupt daily life. Specific medications reduce OCD symptoms significantly when combined with exposure-based therapy.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD develops after traumatic events, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbing. Psychiatric medication helps stabilize symptoms while trauma-focused therapy addresses underlying experiences.
Psychotic Disorders
Schizophrenia and other conditions involving hallucinations, delusions, or disorganized thinking require specialized psychiatric medication and ongoing monitoring. We have experience managing complex psychotic conditions.
Eating Disorders
Anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder involve psychological and medical components. Our psychiatrists address co-occurring depression, anxiety, and obsessive symptoms that fuel disordered eating.