Psychiatry Specialists in Vermont

Burlington (71)White River Junction (24)Brattleboro (21)Berlin (16)Rutland (16)
Bennington (8)Montpelier (8)South Burlington (6)Randolph (5)Williston (5)Saint Albans (4)Springfield (4)Bellows Falls (4)Shelburne (3)Barre (3)

Learn more about Psychiatry Specialists

A psychiatrist specializes in diagnosing and treating mental and emotional disorders and substance-related problems. A psychiatrist focuses on the biological, psychological and social components of diseases, disorders and conditions. Psychiatrists help people of all ages and families find ways to deal with psychological problems, relationship problems, stress, and crises.

A psychiatrist typically: 

  • Evaluates your mental and emotional health

  • Performs psychiatric examinations and psychotherapy

  • Orders and interprets laboratory tests and mental health diagnostic rating scales

  • Prescribes medications

  • Diagnoses and treats depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, dementia, developmental disorders, eating disorders, and substance abuse problems

  • Conducts involuntary commitment and psychiatric treatment when necessary

There are 239 specialists practicing Psychiatry in Vermont with an overall average rating of 3.5 stars. There are 19 hospitals in Vermont with affiliated Psychiatry specialists, including University Of Vermont Medical Center, University of Vermont Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center and Rutland Regional Medical Center.