PERSON-CENTERED
PSYCHIATRY & PSYCHOTHERAPY
about
In contrast to the traditional, paternalistic model of psychiatry, person-centered care is a collaborative process that integrates scientific evidence with a person's unique values, beliefs, and preferences. It is a holistic approach that views the whole person as the focus of care, rather than a set of symptoms.
Kerry Miller (she/her/hers) completed her undergraduate education at Brown University and two master's degrees from the University of Texas at Austin. As both a licensed clinical social worker and a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, she is qualified to perform psychiatric assessments, practice psychotherapy, and prescribe psychiatric medications. She takes a special interest in thoughtful deprescribing — helping individuals to safely discontinue medications they no longer need or wish to take. She particularly enjoys working with college and graduate students, individuals who identify as highly sensitive persons (HSPs), and individuals struggling with chronic conditions like IBS, TMJ, and migraines. She has a body-positive, Health at Every Size (HAES) approach that is grounded in a broader commitment to providing inclusive, non-stigmatizing, identity-affirming care.
services
The clients we work with seek out help for many reasons, including:
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academic, career, or artistic challenges
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anxiety and panic
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body image concerns, binge eating, and yo-yo dieting
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depression and mood swings
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feelings of being "stuck," "lost," or "not good enough"
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grief, loss and trauma
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life transitions and personal growth
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obsessive thought patterns and compulsive behaviors
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over-achieving, perfectionistic, and people-pleasing tendencies
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relationship difficulties and break-ups
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stress, burnout, and overwhelm
You might not know exactly what kind of help you need, and that's okay. We treat people, not diagnoses, and take a collaborative, individualized approach to treatment planning that integrates evidence-based research with your unique history, context, and personal goals.
Research suggests that psychiatric medication, when it is used, is more effective when combined with psychotherapy. If you are already seeing a therapist, we are happy to coordinate with them to provide "split care." If you are not currently seeing a therapist, we can provide integrated treatment (psychotherapy with medication management from the same provider) or referrals, as appropriate.
If you're looking to get off your psychiatric medication safely, we can help with that too. Please note that at this time, we are not accepting new patients seeking prescriptions for stimulants (e.g. Adderall, Vyvanse) for treatment of ADHD.
Initial Psychiatric Evaluation (60-75 minutes): $300
Standard medication management follow-up visit (25-30 minutes): $150
Extended med management/therapy follow-up (55-60 minutes): $200
Individual psychotherapy session (45 minutes): $175
Group therapy session (90 minutes): $60
Psychotherapy appointments are typically scheduled weekly or every other week. When starting or adjusting psychiatric medication, appointments are typically scheduled about two weeks apart. Over time, medication management appointments may be spaced out to every one to three months, as needed.
rates
location
Our office is centrally located on Koenig Lane (2222), just off Burnet Road. Look for a blue house with a red door. Free parking and the entrance to the waiting area is around back.
appointments
Kerry will be out of the office on maternity leave through August 31, 2020. To request an appointment for fall 2020, please complete the form below. Please note that at this time, we are not accepting new patients seeking treatment for ADHD.
1801 W. Koenig Lane
Austin, TX 78756
