Cumberland Center, Maine Psychiatrists for Mental Health Treatment & Therapy

Ketamine Treatment & Infusion

Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic drug that has recently been shown to be effective in the treatment of depression and other mood disorders. Ketamine therapy works by blocking the activity of various receptors in the brain involved in the regulation of pain perception, cognition, and mood. As such, it’s thought to have quick-acting antidepressant effects, with many people noting improved symptoms within hours to days after treatment.(3) Along with ketamine infusion therapy, Bishop Health provides an intranasal ketamine treatment known as Spravato.

Individual Therapy

In individual therapy, psychiatrists or other mental health specialists work with clients on a one-to-one basis in a safe and comfortable environment. This is the most common form of therapy and includes a range of therapeutic approaches. The primary goal of individual therapy is to help the client gain insight into their thoughts and behavior patterns to increase daily functioning and overall well-being. 

In therapy sessions, individuals learn how to manage stress, interpersonal difficulties, and challenging situations. The final outcome is for the person to develop the ability to make healthy decisions, increase self-awareness, and work to achieve their personal goals.

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)

Intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) provide treatment on a regular basis, typically over the course of a few hours a day, several days a week. Unlike inpatient treatment, IOPs do not require overnight stays and instead allow most clients to attend to work, family, and school obligations.

IOPs are less structured than inpatient programs but offer many of the same therapies and services. They are most appropriate for those who do not require a residential stay but may benefit from the intense treatment not offered in standard outpatient programs.

Mental Health Conditions & Disorders We Treat

The psychiatrists and other behavioral health specialists at Bishop Health are equipped to treat a wide variety of mental health disorders, such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, and more.

ADHD

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by attention management issues, executive dysfunction, hyperactivity, and difficulty organizing and completing tasks.(4) Treatment typically includes behavioral therapy, medication, and stress management techniques.

Bipolar Disorder

Individuals with bipolar disorder experience episodes of mania, which include elevated mood, and increased energy, impulsivity, and grandiosity.(5) These individuals also suffer from depressive episodes, including feelings of despair, hopelessness, and fatigue. Each episode can vary in duration and intensity and cause major challenges in relationships and social activities.

Treatment for bipolar disorder may include psychotherapy, medication such as antidepressants or mood stabilizers, as well as significant changes in lifestyle.

Depression & Major Depressive Disorder

Depression is an umbrella term that describes a range of emotional states and persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and fatigue, and/or a lack of interest in activities formerly considered enjoyable. Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a clinical diagnosis characterized by persistent and severe depressive symptoms. Treatment commonly includes psychotherapy, medication such as antidepressants, and stress management strategies.(6)

Anxiety

Generalized anxiety disorder is a common mental health condition in which individuals experience excessive anxiety and tend to find it difficult to control feelings of fear and worry.(7) This condition is not limited to one specific situation or event but instead can be associated with many different issues.

Other anxiety disorders tend to focus on singular areas and include panic disorder, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), separation anxiety disorder, and phobias.(8) Treatment for anxiety disorders includes psychotherapy, medication such as antidepressants and antipsychotics, and stress management techniques.

OCD

OCD is an anxiety disorder that causes an individual to experience intrusive, distressing, and persistent thoughts and urges (obsessions). This is associated with a compulsion to engage in repetitive acts or behaviors in response to these obsessions. Moreover, the person thinks that performing these actions will lessen the stress the thoughts are causing.(8) Treatment for OCD includes behavioral therapy, which includes exposure and response prevention (ERP), antidepressants, lifestyle changes, and stress management techniques.

Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders

Mental health conditions are often associated with substance use disorders (SUDs). People with SUDs engage in continued substance use even when they have experienced adverse effects of doing so. Individuals with SUDs are unable to control their substance use, despite multiple attempts.

When an individual misuses substances and has a mental health disorder, this is referred to as a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders. These conditions are part of a complex interplay in which one condition worsens the other and vice versa. Best practice is to treat both conditions concurrently. Treatment often includes psychotherapy, medication-assisted treatment, stress management, effective coping mechanisms, and considerable lifestyle changes.

Mental Health Treatment in Cumberland Center, ME

Bishop Health near Cumberland Center, ME, offers empathetic and evidence-based treatment for a host of mental health conditions. Our experienced psychiatrists are trained to perform thorough patient evaluations and prescribe medication to treat a wide range of psychiatric issues.

Psychiatric Evaluations

Psychiatrists and other behavioral health specialists conduct psychiatric evaluations to gather crucial information about a patient. These facts are used to develop personalized treatment programs designed to address the unique needs of each individual. Evaluations typically involve interviews and questionnaires that address a patient’s personal history, family history, health status, and any previous treatment.

Medication Management

Psychiatrists often prescribe therapeutic medications for mental health conditions. These commonly include antidepressants, antipsychotics, and mood stabilizers. The dosage and duration of this treatment are managed by the psychiatrist, who modifies the medication regimen on an as-needed basis.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

MAT is intended to treat substance use disorders. Medications are prescribed to relieve withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings to help minimize the adverse effects clients are experiencing. MAT is also used to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. Medications commonly used for opioids include naltrexone, suboxone, and methadone. Those used for alcohol use disorder include naltrexone, disulfiram, and acamprosate.