Child Psychiatry services offered in Virtual Office, Columbus, OH
If your child seems depressed, unfocused, or socially isolated, see the specialist at Source 23 Psychiatry, LLC, in Columbus, Ohio. Board-certified psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner Kimberly Gilbert MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, offers comprehensive child psychiatry services to kids 12 and older. Call the office today to schedule an evaluation, or use the online booking tab.
Child Psychiatry Q&A
What is child psychiatry?
Child psychiatry services at Source 23 Psychiatry, LLC, use medication management and psychotherapy (talk therapy) to reduce troublesome symptoms of common mental health conditions.
Kimberly is a highly trained mental health specialist with many years of experience. She takes a faith-based, research-backed approach to caring for children and teenagers.
Who benefits from child psychiatry?
Children struggling with one or more of the following can benefit from child psychiatry services at Source 23 Psychiatry, LLC:
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Phobias
- Eating disorders
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Anxiety disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Schizophrenia/psychotic disorders
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Substance use disorder
- Insomnia
Signs of a problem include poor grades at school, mood swings, loss of interest in favorite activities, interpersonal relationship struggles, and substance misuse.
What happens during child psychiatry visits?
An initial child psychiatry visit with Kimberly is often more extensive than subsequent appointments with her. She welcomes your child virtually via telemedicine or in person to get to know them better.
Psychiatric evaluation
Kimberly reviews their medical history, family medical history, symptoms, and lifestyle. She completes a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation by asking about your child’s mood, behaviors, thoughts, emotions, and performance at school or in their home.
Treatment
If your child needs treatment for a mental health concern, Kimberly personalizes one best suited to their unique needs.
She offers medication management to diminish bothersome symptoms, psychotherapy (talk therapy), and lifestyle-change counseling. Your child might benefit from individual counseling, family therapy, play therapy, or social skills and communication training.
Setting a regular bedtime, minimizing stressful situations, and encouraging healthy eating habits and regular exercise are necessary. Have a solid social support network in place for your child or teenager.
How often does my child need child psychiatry visits?
Every child is different, and so are their mental health care needs. Kimberly will let you know when to schedule the next session. Your child might meet with her weekly or on an as-needed basis. She’s always available via telemedicine.
Call Source 23 Psychiatry, LLC, today or book an appointment online to take advantage of child psychiatry with Kimberly.
