Doctors specialising in Psychiatry from Brattleboro

A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental and emotional disorders. They are trained to provide psychiatric care, including therapy, medication management, and counseling. Psychiatrists play a crucial role in addressing mental health and well-being.

Qualifications for a Psychiatrist typically include completing a bachelor's degree, attending medical school, and completing a residency program in Psychiatry. They must obtain a medical license and may pursue board certification in Psychiatry. Some Psychiatrists further specialize in areas like child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, or addiction psychiatry.

Psychiatrists diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and eating disorders. They also provide therapy and medication management for these conditions.