Depression
Treatment in Plano, TX
Depression Treatment in Plano, TX
Here at Friedman Psychiatry we provide the best in psychiatric care and counseling for adults at our psychiatric clinic in Plano, TX. Led by board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. Ran Friedman, we provide comprehensive diagnosis and personalized treatment plans for patients experiencing symptoms of depression in Dallas, Plano, Richardson, Frisco, and Allen. Learn more about how we can help by calling (972) 905-1597
to schedule your consultation with our experienced Psychiatry Clinician today!
Friedman Psychiatry provides the best in psychiatric care and counseling for adults at our psychiatric clinic in Plano, TX. Our mental health providers in Plan0 provide comprehensive diagnosis & personalized treatment plans for patients experiencing symptoms of depression.
Symptoms of Depression
Many people may think of depression as simply feeling sad, but according to the Mayo Clinic, it can include a wide range of specific symptoms, including:
- Anxiety
- Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities
- Tearfulness
- Feeling hopeless
- Frequent thoughts of death or suicide
- Intense fatigue
- Difficulty in remembering things or concentrating
- Trouble sleeping or excessive sleeping
- Fixating on life problems or past failures
- Increased irritability
- Feelings of guilt
- Sudden anger
- Slowed speech and/or body movements
- Changes in appetite
- Physical discomforts like back pain or recurring headaches
Not every individual will experience symptoms of depression in the same way. These unique variances may include several of the symptoms listed above, which may range in severity from one person to another.
Causes and Risk Factors of Depression
- Family history of depression
- Major trauma or personal stress
- Side effects of a medication
- Related medical problems or serious illness
Just as symptoms can vary significantly in different people with depression, so too can recommended treatment options. Prescribed medications often provide relief, and may also be implemented in conjunction with behavioral therapy.
Meet Dr. Ran Friedman
Ran Friedman, M.D. is a Licensed Psychiatrist and Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Alongside his general adult psychiatry training, he has Special interest and training in treatment of Women’s Mental Health issues across the life cycle. He spent a significant time of his residency training with local and national leaders in this field, and he continues to collaborate with community and academic specialists to promote awareness and treatment of mental illness affecting women in the perinatal period.
Dr. Friedman is a member of multiple professional organizations, including the American Group Psychotherapy Association, the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the North Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians, and the Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians.
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Insurance and Payment Info
Private Payments for Out of Network with Dr. Friedman
Friedman Psychiatry now accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield (with some exceptions).
Please note that we do not accept any other insurance (also known as out of network). We only submit claims for patients insured with Blue Cross Blue Shield. However, a receipt that can be used by patients to submit for reimbursement to their other insurance companies will be available upon request. Applying for reimbursement is strictly between you and your insurance. Our office does not offer assistance with insurance billing or reimbursement (except for those insured by BCBS). The best way to find out what level of reimbursement your insurance would provide is calling and asking about coverage and reimbursement for out of network Psychiatrist for medication management and/or psychotherapy.
Private Payments for Out of Network with Dr. Friedman
- Initial Consultation $450*
50 minutes to evaluate and formulate initial treatment plan
- Follow Up $150 - $300
Follow up appointments include medication management and/or various elements of psychotherapy. Each patient may have different needs at different times. Follow ups may be scheduled for 20-45 minutes. Depends on the length of time, complexity of the medication management, and the medical complexity of service overall, the rate will fall within the stated price range above. This will of course be reviewed upon request. This range is not a sliding scale. Pricing will be adjusted according to complexity of medical decision and psychotherapy service provided.
- Medication refill outside of a scheduled appointment will be charged to the credit card on file: $ 25.
- This fee will not be covered by your insurance, even in-network.
- This does not take place of need of a follow up appointments to remain in good standing for ongoing service.
- This should be an exception. However, some controlled medications will require out of an appointment refills, which will be charged as above.
- Medication refill outside of a scheduled appointment will be charged to the credit card on file: $ 25.