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 E.MILLER

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Kerry Miller (she/her/hers) completed her undergraduate education at Brown University and earned 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 also holds a PMH-C certification in perinatal mental health, and has completed advanced training in psychiatric issues relevant to the reproductive system, pregnancy and the postpartum period, including premenstrual disorders such as PMDD and infertility/assisted reproductive technology.

Kerry takes a special interest in thoughtful deprescribing — helping individuals to safely discontinue medications they no longer need or wish to take, and has developed a specialty in working with individuals who identify as highly sensitive persons (HSPs), individuals who struggle with chronic conditions like IBS, TMJ, and migraines, and people who are fearful or ambivalent about psychotropic medications. She utilizes a body-neutral, Health at Every Size (HAES) approach that is grounded in a broader commitment to providing inclusive, identity-affirming care through an anti-oppression lens. She welcomes individuals who have had negative/traumatic/invalidating experiences with psychiatrists and other health care providers, BIPOC individuals, and those who identify as LGBTQ and/or gender expansive.

services

The clients we work with seek out help for many reasons, including:

academic, career, or artistic challenges
anxiety and panic
body image concerns, binge eating, and yo-yo dieting
depression and mood swings
feelings of being "stuck," "lost," or "not good enough"
grief, loss and trauma
life transitions, identity exploration, and personal growth
obsessive thought patterns and compulsive behaviors
over-achieving, perfectionistic, and people-pleasing tendencies
pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting challenges
relationship difficulties, break-ups, and boundary-setting work
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 (75-90 minutes): $350

Standard medication management follow-up visit (25 minutes): $175

Extended med management/therapy follow-up (60 minutes): $265

Individual psychotherapy session (45 minutes): $220

Group therapy session (80 minutes): $60

Psychotherapy appointments are typically scheduled weekly or every other week. When starting or adjusting psychiatric medication, appointments are typically scheduled about three to four weeks apart. Over time, medication management appointments may be spaced out to every two to three months, as needed.

We are considered in-network with Cigna and Aetna insurance plans. For other plans, we can provide a detailed "superbill" to submit for out-of-network reimbursement. We also accept FSA/HSA cards.

Note: Self-pay patients are entitled to receive a "good faith estimate" explaining how much their medical care will cost.

rates

location

Our office is centrally located on Koenig Lane (2222), just off Burnet Road in Austin. Look for a blue house with a red door. Free parking and the entrance to the waiting area is around back. We also offer sessions via a secure telehealth platform to adult patients anywhere in Texas.