Geriatric Psychiatry in Texas
Geriatric psychiatry is mental health care designed for older adults. Supportive Minds provides geriatric psychiatry in Texas by secure telehealth, treating depression, anxiety, insomnia, trauma, stress and mood disorders in seniors. Ifeoma Nweke, PMHNP-BC, offers psychiatric evaluation, medication management adjusted for older adults and counseling, and we accept major insurance.
What Is Geriatric Psychiatry?
Geriatric psychiatry focuses on the mental health of older adults. Seniors often have several health conditions and take multiple medications, and life changes like retirement, loss and reduced mobility can affect mood. Geriatric care takes all of this into account.
Geriatric Psychiatry Services in Texas
- Psychiatric evaluation and a personalized care plan
- Medication management and prescriptions adjusted for older adults
- Medication review to reduce side effects and drug interactions
- Anxiety and depression treatment
- Trauma and stress management, including grief and life transitions
- Insomnia and sleep support
- Counseling, including CBT, couples and family therapy
- Ongoing follow-up by secure video
Signs an Older Adult May Need Mental Health Support
- Ongoing sadness, withdrawal or loss of interest
- Worry, restlessness or panic
- Trouble sleeping
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Increased alcohol or medication use
How Geriatric Telehealth Care Works
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Schedule online
you or a family member books the first visit.
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Evaluation from home
we review symptoms, health history and all medications by secure video.
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Personalized care plan
treatment may include medication, counseling and caregiver support.
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Regular follow-up
we track progress and adjust care.
Geriatric Mental Health Care Near Me in Texas
We provide geriatric psychiatry by telehealth to seniors located anywhere in Texas, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Austin, El Paso, Arlington and Plano. Major insurance plans are accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions About Geriatric Psychiatry in Texas
What does geriatric psychiatry treat?
It treats mental health conditions in older adults, including depression, anxiety, insomnia, trauma, stress and mood disorders.
Is depression a normal part of aging?
No. Depression is common in seniors but it is not normal, and it is treatable at any age.
Why does medication management matter more for seniors?
Older adults often take several medications and process them differently. Careful dosing and review help reduce side effects and interactions.
Can my adult child join the appointment?
Yes. With your permission, a family member or caregiver can join.
Do you accept insurance for seniors?
We accept major insurance plans. Coverage depends on your plan.
Schedule your telehealth visit
Book online or call 682-486-6633. Visits are by secure video from anywhere in Texas.
Request a telehealth appointment
Or call 682-486-6633.