Psychiatrist in Portland

Why Choose Spark Wellness for Psychiatric Services?

In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, we take great pride in being a primary mental health care center. We are dedicated to providing mental health services through a patient-centered, holistic approach to whole-person care. Our Spark Wellness, psychiatrists in Portland, Oregon, know that healing as a whole person starts with comprehensive psychotherapy and holistic modalities. Moreover, access to a psychiatrist in Portland provides psychiatric care from providers who listen with compassion and offer years of experience to guide your recovery. At Spark Wellness, you can find an evidence-based treatment plan that meets you where you are.

We offer a range of mental health services for mental health issues, including bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders. With flexible scheduling for inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, barriers to care can be alleviated to support long-term well-being. Through in-person and telehealth outpatient services, you will work with a board-certified psychiatrist in Portland, Oregon, who reminds you that you are not alone on your journey. Whether you are experiencing mental health conditions, substance use, or both, there is a behavioral health treatment plan for you. We are a community of providers, peers, and loved ones, here to support and guide you at every step.

At Spark Wellness, we provide a safe and supportive environment with in-person and virtual psychiatric care that gives each patient the tools to spark change in their lives. Our structured behavioral health treatment plans, evidence-based interventions, and holistic modalities are utilized in tandem with psychiatric medications to support your unique needs. As primary care providers and psychiatrists in Portland, Oregon, we know healing is not a one-size-fits-all process. You deserve a personalized treatment plan to help you heal in mind, body, and spirit. Listed below are some of the features and benefits of seeking psychiatric care for mental health conditions and co-occurring substance use at Spark Wellness:

Providers have years of experience and are trained in trauma-informed care
- Licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners
- Experienced clinicians
Flexible in-person and virtual outpatient appointments
A compassionate, collaborative, and holistic approach to medication management and therapy
- Psychiatric medications
- Psychotherapy
- Group therapy with peers
A holistic approach supports the integration of mind-body wellness

Psychiatric Evaluation and Personalized Treatment Planning

Spark Wellness offers a safe environment where you can learn how to manage your mental health condition to thrive. We are committed to bridging the gap between traditional rehabilitation and real-life application. Yet, you may wonder what psychiatric care will look like for you in treatment. One of the things new patients can expect is an initial psychiatric evaluation, which takes around 60 minutes to complete. Then, during your psychiatric evaluation, our admissions team will discuss your experiences and explain how our mental health care services can help.

Additionally, our admissions can help verify insurance plans to find the best treatment plan for your well-being. We are not here to force you to do things a certain way. Treatment and recovery from mental health issues and or substance use is not a one-size-fits-all process. Each patient has unique needs and experiences that must be addressed with a personalized, evidence-based treatment plan.

Thus, you will work in collaboration with our board-certified clinical team to find the right level of care for you. Throughout your treatment plan, there will be an ongoing follow-up for tailored care and medication management. However, our support does not start and end with treatment; rather, we believe in the power of a holistic approach to continuing care. We will continue to support you beyond your time as a patient with resources like a psychiatry referral or referral to a primary care provider. New patients are in safe hands with our Portland psychiatrist and other licensed and board-certified providers.

Medication Management With a Patient-Centered Philosophy

While every new patient's needs are unique, medication management can be an effective and supportive care tool. Medication management is an important step in detox and symptom management for patients with mental health conditions or co-occurring substance use. Yet, what is medication management in psychiatric care? In combination with adaptive coping strategies, medication and coping skills can be effective interventions for sustained recovery.

As the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) notes, medications in combination with other interventions like psychotherapy can play an important role in treating mental health conditions. However, everyone has unique needs and reactions to medications that must be accounted for. Therefore, it can take several tries with your psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner or other providers to find the psychiatric medications best suited for you. Listed below are some of the psychiatric medications a primary care provider and or psychiatrist may prescribe for different mental health issues:

Antidepressants

Typically used to treat depression
- Commonly prescribed antidepressants
  - Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
  - Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
  - Norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitors (NDRIs)
- SSRIs, SNRIs, and NDRIs medications are associated with fewer side effects
- Medication management
  - Fewer sleep issues
  - Improved appetite
  - Greater concentration
  - Increased energy

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Anti-Anxiety Medications

Typically used to treat anxiety symptoms, including panic attacks
- Providers often start with prescribing SSRIs, SNRIs, and other antidepressants
  - Panic disorder (PD)
  - Social anxiety disorder (SAD)
- Benzodiazepines are a common anti-anxiety medication
  - Providers typically prescribe them for short-term anxiety symptoms and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
- Sometimes beta-blockers are prescribed off-label to treat short-term anxiety symptoms

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Stimulants

Typically used to improve alertness and focus in individuals with focus issues that impair daily functioning
- Prescribed for patients with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy
- Stimulants have minor or mild side effects, especially at low doses
- Medication management for symptom reduction and management
  - Increased alertness
  - Improved attention
  - More energy

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Antipsychotic Medications

Typically used to treat psychosis symptoms, like delusions and hallucinations
- Mental health conditions commonly associated with psychosis
  - Depression
  - Bipolar disorder
  - Schizophrenia
- Long-term use of first-generation antipsychotic medications can increase the risk of side effects
  - Tardive dyskinesia, a condition that causes uncontrollable muscle movements
- Second-generation antipsychotic medications, or atypical antipsychotics, can treat a broader range of symptoms
  - Bipolar depression
  - Depression
- Medication management
  - Decreased agitation
  - Reduction and disappearance of delusions and hallucinations

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Mood Stabilizers

Typically used to treat bipolar disorder and other mood disorders
- Providers prescribe mood stabilizers with antidepressants for patients with bipolar disorder to reduce the risk of mania episodes
- Anticonvulsant medications may be used as mood stabilizers
  - For patients with mixed bipolar disorder symptoms of mania and depression
  - Anticonvulsant medications can also be used for patients with rapid-cycling bipolar disorder
  - For patients who find mood stabilizers like Lithium to be ineffective
- Both mood stabilizers, like Lithium, and anticonvulsant medications, require regular monitoring for side effects
  - Providers regularly monitor lithium levels, kidney function, and thyroid function
  - A primary care provider will regularly monitor medication levels, side effects, and potential interactions with common medications for patients taking anticonvulsant medication

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You will find the safe and strategic use of psychiatric medications from providers with years of experience in mental health and medication management. In addition to the implementation of psychiatric medications, you will also receive a comprehensive education on the benefits and side effects of your medications. Throughout your time with us in treatment, your psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and or other providers will continually review your progress, dosage, and symptom response.

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Furthermore, at Spark Wellness, we are dedicated to helping each patient heal in mind, body, and spirit. Thus, providers work in tandem to support your transition from in-person or virtual inpatient care for long-term recovery. With transitional support in alumni services, you can access talk therapy, a primary care provider, and other behavioral health follow-ups and referrals.

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Therapeutic Modalities Integrated With Psychiatry

Working with a board-certified psychiatrist in Portland means having access to a wealth of knowledge and connection-driven support. We offer a holistic approach to emphasize the importance of variety in therapeutic techniques to meet each patient's unique needs. Our providers offer years of experience in providing tailored strategies for evidence-based therapies and holistic modalities, promoting whole-person healing. Whether you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or eating disorders, several evidence-based interventions can support you. Listed below are some of the evidence-based interventions that can foster tools for coping strategies, symptom reduction, and improved functioning:

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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Talk therapy for mental health conditions and substance use
- Anxiety disorders
- PD
- Depression
Dismantle negative thinking and behavior patterns
Fosters adaptive coping skills
Supports relapse prevention

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Psychotherapy for mental health conditions and substance use
- Depression
- Anxiety disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Borderline personality disorder (BPD)
Fosters mindfulness to accept thoughts and emotions without judgment
Improves adaptive coping skills for symptom management
Enhances emotional regulation
- Able to recognize, understand, and manage difficult emotions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Talk therapy that develops psychological flexibility for mental health issues and substance use
- Depression
- Anxiety disorders
- OCD
- PTSD
- Stress
Psychological flexibility helps patients acknowledge and accept distressing thoughts and emotions
Fosters mindfulness
Supports the development and connection to personal values
- Recognize the difference between trauma-driven and value-driven behaviors
Empowers patients to commit to actions that align with their values when faced with difficult emotions, thoughts, and experiences
Improved goal-setting skills
Ability to recognize unhelpful thoughts

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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Psychotherapy for processing and healing traumatic experiences in mental health conditions and substance use
- Traditionally used to treat PTSD
- Can be used to treat a variety of mental health issues and related conditions
  - Depression disorders
  - Anxiety disorders
  - Eating disorders
  - OCD
  - Dissociative disorders
  - Personality disorders
  - Trauma disorders
Reduces emotional triggers, pain, and distress
Improves the ability to reprocess negative beliefs

In addition to psychotherapies like CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR, you also have access to other evidence-based and holistic interventions for lasting recovery. Some of the other therapies and modalities you can incorporate into your treatment plan include:

Mindfulness practices
Narrative talk therapy
Somatic experiencing (SE)
Group therapy
Psychoeducation

Through our wide range of interventions, patients can build healthy coping skills, find peer support, foster connections, and empower themselves to spark change with greater self-awareness and self-understanding.

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Holistic, Trauma-Informed Approach to Psychiatry

We know that many challenges with substance use and mental health issues can be rooted in trauma. Thus, we are committed to addressing the impact of trauma and the need for healing in mind, body, and spirit with trauma-informed care. Every member of our care team is trained in trauma-informed care to help you address and heal from the impact of trauma on your mental health. We prioritize a trauma-informed and holistic approach to psychiatry to ensure each patient has the resources and tools they need to heal as a whole person. Healing and recovery do not start and end with treating symptoms and medication management.

The process of true healing and recovery is built on the knowledge that each person is more than a collection of symptoms. How you experience your symptoms and the underlying causes of your challenges are vital to understanding your unique needs. As a primary mental health services center, our team of experienced clinicians understands the intersection of trauma, mental health, physical health, and addiction. Therefore, our providers will design a treatment plan, not around a specific disorder or symptom, but around you and your unique needs. Whether you are experiencing challenges with autism and ADHD or PTSD, chronic stress, and addiction, we are here to support your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Through psychotherapies and holistic modalities like yoga, mindfulness, life skills training, and nutritional support, you can build the right treatment plan for you. You are not alone in this journey to recovery. We offer a safe and comfortable environment where we empower our patients to not only thrive in treatment, but in the real world too. Together, we can bridge the gap between rehab and real-life application to support resilience and a fulfilling life in long-term recovery.

Continuum of Care: From Psychiatry to Real-World Application

With flexible treatment plans, we help our patients make seamless transitions between different levels of care throughout their recovery journey. Our admissions team supports new patients through a comprehensive evaluation to find the best level of care for you or your loved one. If you need Day Treatment, in-person or virtual outpatient care, an intensive outpatient program (IOP), or sober living, we can help you. Integrating in and out of treatment should not be a confusing or overwhelming process. We are with you every step of the way to support lasting recovery with a commitment to the continuum of care.

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Some of the continuing care services we provide include sober living and alumni services. Both sober living and alumni offer continuing care support for long-term success. Some of the benefits of sober living and alumni services include:

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Fosters transitional support across different levels of care
Offers connection through community engagement and support groups
Guidance and accountability from providers with years of experience
Supports the transition from treatment to independence
- Life skills training
- Education
- Employment
- Permanent housing
- Referral to post-treatment psychiatrists and primary care providers
Additional services and resources
- Peer support groups
  - 12-Step meetings, such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA)

The Admissions Process

Our admissions team will guide you through an easy three-step admission process. We help you with a confidential evaluation, free insurance verification, and a 30 to 60-minute intake assessment to help place you in the level of care that matches your unique needs. If you are reaching out for yourself or a loved one, we have 24/7 admissions availability, so you can call or email us day or night to get the support you need. We also encourage and welcome referrals from behavioral health and primary care providers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do you accept insurance?

Yes, we accept most insurance plans (70%), such as Anthem, Cigna, CareSource, Aetna, and Tricare. Many insurance plans offer coverage for in-person treatment and telehealth, whether you are located in a rural area or not. We also offer options for self-pay, financing, and payment plans. During the admissions process, we will help you with a free insurance verification.

Do you provide psychiatric care for dual diagnosis?

Yes, as a primary mental health facility, we specialize in dual diagnosis treatment for mental health and substance use.

Can I see a psychiatrist in person?

Yes, our care team is made up of experienced providers who can see you in person at our treatment center.

What kind of psychiatric providers do you have?

Our psychiatric providers include board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and qualified mental health professionals (QMHPs).

How often will I meet with a provider?

Each patient's needs are different and will be tailored to their level of care and unique needs. For example, patients in an IOP will likely have multiple weekly therapy sessions. Those talk therapy sessions will include individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy. Regardless of the level of care, our treatment plans offer flexible scheduling for appointments that fit each patient's life.

Mental health conditions can impede daily functioning, relationships, and contribute to unhealthy behaviors like substance use disorder. With access to an evidence-based and holistic approach to therapies and modalities, you can manage and alleviate symptoms to heal in mind, body, and spirit. Call Spark Wellness at (971) 359-4753 to learn how psychiatrists in Portland, Oregon, can help you heal as a whole person.

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