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Resilient Minds Psychiatric Care of Middle Georgia is committed to providing high-quality psychiatric care via evidence-based interventions tailored to the unique needs and goals of every patient.
Dr. Purvis is a home grown Houston County native and has lived in the Middle Georgia area for most of his life. He graduated from Warner Robins High School (Go Demons!) and later received his Bachelor of Science from Georgia State University.
Dr. Purvis has practiced psychiatry in numerous locations and settings in the area. These include Houston Medical Center and Houston Behavioral in Warner Robins, Piedmont Macon Hospital, Piedmont Macon Partial Hospitalization Program, Mercer Medicine Psychiatry, Central State forensic hospital, and the Oconee Center in Milledgeville.
Dr. Purvis earned his MD from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He completed four years of psychiatry residency training at Piedmont Macon Medical Centers, formerly Coliseum, in association with Mercer Medicine.
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Mallory "Gail" Schroeder, PMHNP
Gail Schroder is a Registered Nurse with 16 years of clinical experience and holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree from Walden University, which she earned in 2022. With two years of experience as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), she has provided care in both inpatient behavioral health settings and outpatient practices prior to joining Resilient Minds. In her role as a PMHNP, she is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining the highest ethical standards and advocating for mental health awareness. She prioritizes cultural competence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a holistic approach to patient care, and she is dedicated to continuous professional development to ensure optimal outcomes for those she serves. She currently resides in the middle Georgia area with her spouse and two young children. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys working out, traveling, shopping, and watching the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Naomi McGalliard, PMHNP
Naomi McGalliard is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who graduated with honors in 2018 from Pensacola Christian College with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing in 2024, specializing in psychiatric/mental health, and is thrilled to begin her practice at Resilient Minds.
With extensive experience in critical care and inpatient behavioral health, Naomi has also obtained certifications in critical care and cardiovascular medicine through the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). Her dedication to nursing excellence has been recognized with multiple awards across various units. She is a proud member of Sigma Theta Tau, the international honor society of nursing.
In addition to her nurse practitioner role, Naomi continues to work on an as-needed basis in both the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and behavioral health settings. She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Chamberlain University to further enhance her knowledge and leadership in nursing.
Naomi holds an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license and is working toward paramedic licensure, motivated by a strong desire to serve her community in diverse ways. Passionate about holistic care, she integrates both physical and mental health into her practice to support her patients’ overall well-being. Naomi is excited to bring her expertise, compassion, and commitment to the team at Resilient Minds.
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Heather Veal, PMHNP
Heather Veal has served as a registered nurse in the Middle Georgia area since 1999.She is an alumna of Houston County High School and earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Georgia College and State University. In 2021, she made the decision to further her education by returning to graduate school, where she obtained a Master of Science in Nursing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from Walden University.
Prior to joining Resilient Minds, Heather provided care in the outpatient psychiatric setting. She is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to prioritize optimal outcomes for her patients
In her leisure time, Heather enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She is also actively involved in her church and the local VFW Auxiliary.Heather has served as a registered nurse in the Middle Georgia area since 1999. She furthered her education by returning to graduate school, where she obtained a Master of Science in Nursing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from Walden University in 2021.
Prior to joining Resilient Minds, Heather provided care in outpatient psychiatric settings. She is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to prioritize optimal outcomes for her patients
In her leisure time, Heather enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She is also actively involved in her church and the local VFW Auxiliary.
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Candace Leong, LAPC
Courage, dear heart. — C.S. Lewis
These simple words resonate deeply with Candace, both personally and professionally. As a therapist, she believes that just walking into a counseling session is an act of bravery. Healing is never easy, but Candace considers it a profound privilege to walk alongside those who choose courage—one small, vulnerable step at a time.
A proud Middle Georgia native, Candace is honored to serve the community that shaped her. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in 2023, completing her internship with the Pastoral Care team at Atrium Health Navicent.
Since graduating, she has worked in outpatient settings, helping individuals navigate a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, agoraphobia, and borderline personality disorder. Her clinical approach blends several evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She also holds a deep passion for helping clients heal from spiritual abuse and religious trauma.
Having faced anxiety and trauma herself, Candace brings a compassionate, grounded understanding to her work. She knows the courage it takes to ask for help and strives to create a safe, authentic space where clients feel seen, heard, and deeply known. At the heart of her practice is the belief that every person holds inherent worth and dignity—regardless of their diagnosis—and that healing always begins with hope.
Outside of the therapy room, Candace finds joy and connection in time spent with her husband, daughter, and church family. She enjoys exercising, traveling, browsing Buc-ee’s, and sipping good coffee—preferably with a book in hand.
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M. Caroline Johnson, LMSW
M. Caroline Johnson, LMSW, is a licensed master social worker and psychotherapist committed to fostering a safe, compassionate, and restorative environment where clients can heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves.
Caroline earned her Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Alaska Anchorage in 2014 and her Master of Social Work with honors, accompanied by a Certificate in Clinical Social Work, from the University of Kentucky in 2023. With more than a decade of experience supporting individuals and families across diverse settings, she brings a depth of professional insight grounded in empathy and evidence-based practice.
Originally from metro Atlanta, Caroline spent six years in Southeast Alaska during and after her undergraduate studies, where she developed a profound appreciation for the region’s natural beauty and Indigenous cultures. She now proudly calls Middle Georgia home.
Caroline’s social work and clinical background includes extensive work in child protective services, inpatient psychiatric care for children and adolescents, and school-based and outpatient therapy for clients ages five and up. Her therapeutic approach draws upon modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). As an adoptee, Caroline brings a unique and deeply personal perspective to her clinical work, specializing in individuals navigating issues related to adoption, abandonment, attachment, identity, and trauma.
She is passionate about helping clients cultivate self-awareness, emotional resilience, and a deeper sense of wholeness by exploring the intricate connection between mind, body, and spirit. Caroline is currently pursuing her Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential to further expand her scope of clinical practice and ability to meet the needs of her clients. -
Brittany Tate, M.A., NCC
Brittany Tate is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Christian Counseling from Liberty University, graduating summa cum laude. She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has extensive experience working in crisis counseling settings.
Brittany integrates evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to support individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, and major life transitions. Her clinical work focuses on equipping clients with practical, skills-based strategies to strengthen emotional regulation, increase distress tolerance, and reframe unhelpful thought patterns, empowering them to navigate challenges with greater confidence.
She approaches counseling holistically, recognizing that emotional, relational, physical, and spiritual factors often intersect in meaningful ways. Brittany is committed to creating a therapeutic space where clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. She believes that feeling safe and seen is foundational to growth, resilience, and lasting change.
Brittany is passionate about equipping individuals with skills that foster confidence and well-being while walking alongside them as they pursue lives aligned with their values and goals.
She and her husband have called Georgia home for the past 15 years, though they are both originally from South Carolina. Outside of her clinical work, Brittany enjoys spending time with her husband and their five children, writing, attending sports outings, and enjoying a good cup of matcha.
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Christina Purvis
OFFICE MANAGER
Christina Purvis is a fellow graduate of Warner Robins High School. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Mercer University in 2016 and Cum Laude with a Juris Doctor from Mercer University School of Law in 2020.
Prior to joining Resilient Minds, Christina served as an Assistant Public Defender in Houston County, where she represented individuals facing felony charges. This experience provided her with invaluable insights into the complex interplay between mental health and the justice system. She witnessed firsthand how untreated mental health conditions can significantly impact individuals' lives and contribute to involvement in the criminal justice system.
Christina is also a certified yoga instructor, receiving her 200-hour YTT in 2017.
At Resilient Minds, Christina manages the day-to-day operations, ensuring a smooth and supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Resilient Minds Offices
Our office is located in Perry, Georgia at 110 Kellwood Drive. We are just seconds from the I-75 exit, near the Perry Fairgrounds. Due to this proximity to I-75, our location is easy to get to and convenient for the entire Middle Georgia area. The location features accessible parking in a discrete location for any patient who may have privacy concerns.
Our offices provide a warm, calming atmosphere, providing ample privacy and an optimal therapeutic environment.
Several of our offices are located on the second floor of the building. If a patient has any mobility limitations, we have access to a private meeting area on the lower level of the building, an accessible restroom, and an accessible entrance on the back of the building. If you require such accommodations, please notify us in advance of your appointment.
Just down the road. . . We chose this location for our offices so that we may be conveniently located to anywhere in Middle Georgia. We are just 30 minutes from Macon, 25 minutes from Warner Robins, 20 minutes from Bonaire, 15 minutes from Unadilla, 40 minutes from Cochran, and 45 minutes from Eastman. We want to serve you, wherever you may live in Middle Georgia or beyond.
What to Expect and FAQs
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New patient visits will typically last at least 60 minutes.
During this time we aim to fully explore and understand each patient’s unique background, psychological characteristics, treatment goals, and individual concerns.
Follow-up visits will often last from 30-60 minutes, depending upon the needs and stage of treatment for each patient.
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Prior to your first appointment, you will be contacted by our office to collect certain key information needed for your visit. We will require all patients to fill out a handful of forms and pre-screening questionnaires to gather information about you and your concerns prior to your first appointment. These should preferably be done through the online portal prior to your appointment day.
It is also very helpful to provide us with as many of your prior treatment records as possible. This may be included but not limited to past physician/psychiatrist notes, personal symptom notes, labs, imaging studies, gene testing, hospital records, medication records, psychological evaluations, and testing records.
The more information you can provide us before your visit, including detailed information on your intake questionnaires, the more productive your visit will be. This helps Dr. Purvis understand many important aspects of your background, concerns, and goals prior to your appointment, so we can hit the ground running. -
We currently accept individuals with the following insurances:
Anthem-Blue Cross Blue Shield (including FEP and most out of state PPOs)
Aetna
Cigna
Tricare
United Healthcare
Medicare
Humana
Alliant
Secure Health-Medcost
If we do not accept your insurance or you are uninsured, we accept direct pay by cash, card, or check. We are currently charging $200 per visit for cash pay patients.
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Even if we are not considered in-network with your insurance company, you may still be eligible for out-of-network benefits or reimbursement. We would be happy to contact your insurance company to find out. We can also provide you with a superbill or direct you to our partner, Reimbursify for possible reimbursement. Learn more about Reimbursify here.
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In addition to medication management, psychotherapy is included and built-in to every patient visit. The evidence shows that medication treatment plus psychotherapy works better than either of these on their own. When these are consolidated, they are greater than the sum of their parts.
Dr. Purvis uses his own integrative blend of styles and therapeutic techniques, tailored to the needs and goals of each patient. This may include elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, substance use counseling, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, goal setting, insight therapy, future-self authoring, coping skills, relaxation techniques, relationship counseling, lifestyle counseling, and psychoanalytic techniques.
Dr. Purvis may give you tasks and homework between each visit to assist you towards your goals. We also examine and integrate our psychotherapy with elements of sustainable well-being, including exercise and nutrition, spiritual and religious beliefs, relationships, career goals, and family dynamics.
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Yes, Dr. Purvis will often recommend laboratory screening for patients at their initial appointment and intermittently thereafter as needed. We will also monitor other key areas of your health at each visit, such as blood pressure and BMI.
Our minds and bodies are inextricably linked, and many psychiatric issues and symptoms can be caused or exacerbated by medical illnesses. These are often subclinical or unknown to the patient, and even sometimes overlooked by their primary care provider. Many of our medication treatments also require laboratory monitoring at regular intervals to enhance safety and minimize possible adverse health effects.
In addition, a full medical review is part of every psychiatric evaluation. This aids us in holistically understanding each person for tailored treatment recommendations and lifestyle interventions.
Dr. Purvis is a medical doctor. He is well trained in all areas of medicine and health. He may start select-patients on some simple non-psychiatric medications, within his scope of competence, on a case-by-case basis. He will also communicate and collaborate with other specialists and primary care providers as needed to provide optimal continuity of care.
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When Dr. Purvis began Resilient Minds, he quickly came to realize he could not meet the mental health needs of our community alone. For this reason, he hired our excellent nurse practitioners Gail Schroeder and Naomi McGallirad to act as a extenders of his care. Dr. Purvis also loves to teach and share his expert knowledge on psychiatric treatment. He serves as the supervisor to three resident physicians from Piedmont Macon, Drs. Nguyen, Harrington, and Kazmi.
Dr. Purvis aims to see all first appointments and first follow-ups himself to design your treatment plan. Subsequent follow ups may be with one of our other providers. Nonetheless, Dr. Purvis will always remain your doctor and stay up to date on your treatment. If at anytime you would rather see Dr. Purvis, we will happily arrange that for you.
“I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.”
— Carl Gustav Jung
What will be included in my visit with Dr. Purvis?
At your initial visit with Dr. Purvis, he will conduct a thorough psychiatric evaluation. These will not all be relevant or the focus for every patient, but most initial visits will include:
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Mood symptoms, including depression, mood swings, mood instability, irritability, bipolar disorder, and/or mania
Anxiety symptoms including worry, fear, rumination, social anxiety, and panic attacks
Sleep issues including: difficulty with falling asleep or staying asleep, sleep hygiene, sleep cycle dysregulation, and sleep behavior symptoms.
Enjoyment and pleasure
Attention and concentration.
Energy levels and Motivation
Thought process
Anger and impulsivity
Self-control and executive functioning
Psychotic symptoms or perceptual disorders
Thoughts of not wanting to live anymore or self-harm
Obsessive or compulsive symptoms and behavior
Personality characteristics
Appetite and relationship with food; eating disorders
Dissociative and trauma related symptoms
Cognitive symptoms, memory
Thought distortions, intrusive thoughts, racing thoughts.
Guilt, regret, grief, and loss
Somatic symptoms; fatigue, body aches, muscle tension, headaches, nausea, heart palpitations
Dreams, nightmares, night terrors
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The history and time course of your past psychiatric symptoms and diagnoses.
A detailed review of past medication trials, including your experience and response to past medications, past medication side effects and likes/dislikes with certain medications.
Past experiences and results with psychotherapy, counseling, and behavioral interventions.
History of past psychiatric hospitalizations and other treatments (TMS, ECT, etc)
Your family psychiatric history, including your family’s history of psychiatric diagnoses, treatments, and suicidality. Mental health is highly heritable but not deterministic.
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Birth, development, and childhood experiences.
Past experiences of trauma and loss
Educational attainment and goals
Work history and career development goals
Relationship history, current relationship dynamics, future relationship goals
Sexual history, preferences, beliefs, issues, and goals
Family dynamics, past and current experiences with your parents and your children.
Social life, friends, and support systems
Spiritual/religious beliefs and values
Community involvement
Hobbies, interests, and use of free time
Daily schedule, routine, and obligations
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Past and present levels of alcohol use.
Past and present drug use including recreational drug use, prescription drug use, and tobacco use.
A review of any past issues related to attempts to quit, dependency, withdrawals, detox, and rehabilitation.
An exploration of the individual patient’s relationship, goals, and beliefs surrounding drug and alcohol use.
A review of your family history of substance use disorders.
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Your personal beliefs and goals surrounding health and wellness.
Your past and current diagnoses and chronic medical issues
Your past and current medications.
Your past surgical procedures, hospitalizations, and other treatments
Your family medical history.
Your history and plans concerning pregnancy, childbirth, and family planning.
Your general health habits including lifestyle factors, diet, exercise, and medication adherence.
Use of supplements, vitamins, OTC treatments, nutraceuticals, and alternative medicine
Primary care provider and typical health maintenance
History of traumatic brain injury, seizures, neurologic disorders, and cognitive disorders
Medication and environmental allergies
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Dr. Purvis will often recommend laboratory screening for patients at their initial appointment, and intermittently thereafter as needed per patient. We also will monitor and track other key areas of your health at each visit, such as your blood pressure and BMI. Our minds and bodies are inextricably linked, and many psychiatric issues and symptoms can be caused or exacerbated by medical illnesses. These are often subclinical or unknown to the patient, and even sometimes overlooked by their primary care provider. Many of our medication treatments also require laboratory monitoring at regular intervals to enhance safety and minimize possible adverse health effects.
In addition, this aids us in holistically understanding each person for tailored treatment recommendations and lifestyle interventions. Dr. Purvis is a medical doctor. He is well trained in all areas of medical care. He may start select patients on some simple non-psychiatric medications, on a cases-by-case basis. He will also communicate and collaborate with other specialists and primary care providers as needed to provide optimal continuity of care.
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Dr. Purvis practices psychiatric medicine up to and beyond psychiatric standard of care practices. This includes, but is not limited to psychiatric medication management. Taking medication is not required to see Dr. Purvis, and may not be the optimal choice for some patients. However, most patients will benefit the most from our integrative approach to psychiatric care, which includes a personally tailored medication regimen, judiciously chosen to each fit patients symptoms, needs, and goals. Each patient is then tracked closely for symptom response, side effects, and overall benefit. Each visit we reevaluate your treatment plan, determining the need for continued medication treatment, dosing adjustments, and optimization of your medication regimen.
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In addition to medication management, psychotherapy is included and built-in to every patient visit. The evidence shows that medication treatment plus psychotherapy works better than either of these on their own. When these are consolidated, they are greater than the sum of their parts.
Dr. Purvis uses his own integrative blend of styles and therapeutic techniques, tailored to the needs and goals of each patient. This may include elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, substance use counseling, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, goal setting, insight therapy, future-self authoring, coping skills, relaxation techniques, relationship counseling, lifestyle counseling, and some psychoanalytic techniques.
Dr. Purvis may give you tasks and homework between each visit to assist you towards your goals. We also examine and integrate our psychotherapy with elements of sustainable well-being, including exercise and nutrition, spiritual and religious beliefs, relationships, career goals, and family dynamics.
Patient Forms & Portal
Patient Forms
Authorization for Release of Medical Information - Allows patients to authorize the disclosure of their health information to a designated individual, company, agency, or facility.
Intake Questionnaire- Please complete this questionnaire prior to your first appointment. It can be completed online and uploaded to your portal or printed out and brought with you.
Notice of Privacy Practices- Describes how health information about you (as a patient of this Care Center) may be used and disclosed, and how you can get access to your individually identifiable health information. Please review the notice carefully.
Authorization and Consent for Treatment - All patients must provide their consent for treatment, communications (calls, emails, and text messaging), and agreement of financial responsibility. Autorización y Consentimiento Para Tratamiento.
Preferred Contacts- Patients are encouraged to complete and return the Preferred Contacts Form but it is not required. Contactos Preferidos.
Financial Policy - This form advises patients of their complete financial responsibility for all medical services received without regard to insurance eligibility or coverage determinations.
Privia Patient Portal
Please note, the Charm patient portal is no longer monitored. Please register for the Privia patient portal where you can:
View details about your upcoming appointments with our practice
Receive secure messages from our staff
Update your contact and insurance information
Update your contact preferences to include text message appointment reminders
Read and print important forms
Access your most recent health data
Also available in a mobile app:
Office Policies
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If you are not covered by insurance or we do not accept your insurance, we accept direct, cash-pay patients. We accept most major credit and debit cards, cash, or check.
All visits with Dr. Purvis: $200
All visits with a nurse practitioner: $150
All visits with a therapist: $100
We are currently in-network with the following insurances:
Anthem- BCBS (including FEP and most out of state PPOs, DOES NOT include BCBS plans obtained on the Marketplace)
Medicare
Aetna
Cigna
Tricare
United Healthcare
Humana
Alliant
Secure Health (Houston preferred)
We do not accept Medicaid or any related programs (Ambetter, Peach State, Wellcare, CareSource, etc.)
If we are out-of-network with your insurance, you may still have out-of-network benefits that can cover some or all of your care. We recommend contacting your insurance provider to determine whether you have any such available benefits.
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To schedule a new patient appointment, you may call our referral line at (478) 300-7029.
We receive a significant number of new patient referrals and requests daily. We try to contact all interested patients in the order we received their referral or phone call.
All patients will receive access to the Privia patient portal. There, you will be able to securely message Dr. Purvis or another provider with requests or questions regarding your treatment. This is the preferred method of communication for most issues. We assure you that we will respond to your message within one business day.
If requested, Dr. Purvis is happy and able to return phone calls to speak with established patients directly. These calls will be limited to 15 minutes or less. Anything more extensive will require an appointment.
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All appointments must be rescheduled at least 24 business hours prior to your appointment day to avoid a no-show fee. Missed appointments or cancelations on the day of your scheduled appointment will be charged a fee of $75 and rescheduled.
Please note: if your appointment is scheduled for a Monday, we require you to reschedule or cancel the Friday before to avoid a fee.
We reserve the right to dismiss you from our care after three or more no shows or reschedules.
In the event your provider is unavailable at the time of your appointment, you will not be charged any fees.
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Dr. Purvis is able to see patients virtually through doxy.me. However, all initial appointments must occur in office. If Dr. Purvis prescribes you a controlled substance, the proper in-office regulations for controlled substances will be abided.
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Dr. Purvis is licensed with the DEA and does prescribe controlled medications including stimulant medication and benzodiazepines. However, these are powerful medications that carry a risk for dependency and a potential for abuse or diversion. We will only prescribe these medications for their indicated purposes and do so judiciously. At Dr. Purvis’s discretion, we may require some patients to first try other medications or undergo more extensive evaluation and monitoring prior to prescribing controlled medications.
Dr. Purvis is under no obligation to refill or continue controlled medication prescriptions started by other providers. While this may be appropriate in some cases, he may advise some patients change medications or alter their use of these medications. If discontinuation of a controlled medication is recommended, Dr. Purvis may help you taper your use or bridge you to a more sustainable and healthy alternative.
We do not maintain this policy to be mean or prevent patients from receiving the care they need. We understand that when these medications are used correctly, they can be life changing when all else fails. However, Dr. Purvis holds and takes seriously his Hippocratic oath. That is, first, to do no harm.
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Resilient Minds is located on the second floor of our building and our primary office is only accessible via a flight of stairs. However, we are willing and able to make every effort to accommodate all patients. For those patients who may not be able to use the stairs, we are able to reserve a wheelchair accessible downstairs room for your visit. Any patient who may require this accommodation must notify our office at least one week prior to their appointment so that we may reserve this space.
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Dr. Purvis is currently taking patients aged 14 and older.
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We take patient privacy and confidentiality very seriously. We also comply with all state and federal laws, regulations, and standards concerning your personal and health information as outlined by the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), as well as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). For more information on your rights under HIPAA please refer to the links below.
HIPAA rights and information for patients - US Dept. of HHS
HIPAA for mental health and substance use disorders - US Dept. of HHS
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Dr. Purvis and Resilient Minds does not participate in Medicaid. Dr. Purvis and his patients may not bill or submit claims to Medicaid for reimbursement or for services rendered. We may provide care to Medicaid covered patients only on a direct fee-for-service basis. Patients will be provided a Medicaid waiver to sign.
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Under the No Surprises Act, you have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" explaining how much your health care services will cost.
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don't have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services.
If you do not have insurance or are not using insurance for your services, make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least one business day before your service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call (706) 542-1173.
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If you require any type of letter or form to be completed, you must discuss this with your provider. Your provider reserves the right to decide whether or not to complete any requested form or letter as permitted by law.
No forms will be completed until you have been an established patient for a minimum of 90 days.
Cost:
FMLA or Disability Forms: $45 for first six fillable pages, $5 per page thereafter
Letter of Accommodation for school/work: $45
Other letters and forms will be a minimum of $25 with final price determined by the office manager based on complexity.
Nexus Letters: We do not provide formal disability nexus opinions. Acting as a legal evaluator can create a conflict of interest, and nexus letters require forensic expertise in military records and VA legal standards that is outside our scope. We can, however, provide your full treatment records for a specialist to use in support of your claim.
We value first and foremost the betterment and enrichment of the lives of those patients in the community we serve.
We strive to provide only the highest quality of care, through the best evidence-based practices in psychiatric medicine.
We aim to first ensure quality over quantity, by giving every patient the time, attention, and dedication they deserve.
Our approach is one of judiciousness, patience, and thoughtfulness as we seek to fully understand the past experiences, the present challenges, and the future goals of each patient.
We also strive to understand and treat each person as a whole, integrating our psychiatric care with each individual patient’s physical health, spiritual beliefs, relationships, family, education, career, interests, values, and stage of life.
We believe that independence, autonomy, and shared decision making is the only ethical and effective way to create lasting change in the lives of our patients.
What we believe
We will always maintain the highest standard of privacy, confidentiality, information security, and discretion with our patients' personal matters and sensitive mental health information.
We desire to foster an environment of openness and honesty, by both the patient and psychiatrist, where silent struggles and hard truths can be freely acknowledged, understood, and repaired.
We do not practice or condone judgment, prejudice, or ignorance, and aim to see every patient as they are, in an unfiltered and unbiased way.
We want to minimize the stigma surrounding mental health treatment, and seek to remove all barriers, both real and perceived, hindering those seeking improvement of their lives and wellbeing.
We promise to only treat our patients towards beneficent ends, and always aim first to do no harm.