Taking care of your mental health may lead to a more fulfilling and productive life. Rachel Smith-Bowery, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, is an experienced psychiatric mental health specialist in Copperas Cove, Texas, who provides mental health services to children, teens, and adults through online telehealth conferencing. Rachel also provides telehealth mental health care to people living in Florida. Call today or schedule a telehealth consultation online.
Mental health refers to the state of your emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Your mental health influences how you think, feel, and act around others. It also affects the way you handle stress and make decisions.
Maintaining good mental health is essential throughout your life. However, many things can affect your mental well-being, including trauma, physical health, and the demands of daily life. Your genetic makeup and environment can also make you more vulnerable to mental health problems.
Rachel is a psychiatric mental health specialist providing comprehensive psychiatric services.
Anxiety disorders are common conditions that benefit from expert care from a mental health specialist like Rachel. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress but becomes a problem when it’s always present and affects your ability to go about your routine.
Rachel treats many mental health disorders, including:
Rachel provides mental health services to people 8 and older.
The details of your mental health appointments with Rachel will depend on your needs and goals. Before making any recommendations, Rachel conducts a thorough psychiatric evaluation.
She asks about your concerns and goals, reviews your mental and medical health histories, and inquires about your family’s health history. Rachel could also administer psychological tests to better understand your current emotional and mental state.
Rachel uses the information she gathers during your initial telehealth visit to determine a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan.
Rachel personalizes your mental health treatment plan based on your diagnosis, symptoms, and medical history. Your plan can include:
Psychotherapy is a crucial part of mental health treatment. It helps you better understand your current emotional and mental state and develop ways to improve your thoughts and feelings.
Psychiatric medication eases symptoms. Rachel provides medication management, helping you find the right prescription to get you feeling better.
Self-care includes getting adequate sleep, eating a balanced diet, and exercising regularly. Taking care of yourself benefits your physical and mental well-being.
Call Rachel Smith-Bowery, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, today or request a telehealth mental health appointment online.