Adult Psychiatry
Adult psychiatry is a specialized branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders in adults. Psychiatric care for adults encompasses a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and cognitive issues. Learn more about Adult Psychiatry at WashU Medicine.
Cancer Psychiatry
Cancer psychiatry is a specialized area within psychiatry that focuses on the psychological, emotional, and behavioral aspects of living with cancer. It addresses the mental health needs of patients diagnosed with cancer, as well as their families and caregivers. The aim is to help individuals cope with the emotional distress and psychological challenges that accompany cancer diagnosis and treatment. Learn more about Cancer Psychiatry at WashU Medicine.
The department’s collaboration with the Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center serves as part of the center’s Comprehensive Cancer Center accreditation from the National Cancer Institute, which requires centers to have psycho-social assessment or resources available for all patients.
Child Psychiatry
Child psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the mental, emotional, and behavioral development of children from birth through adolescence. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including cognitive development, social interactions, emotional regulation, and the influence of family and environment on growth. Child psychologists work to understand and address the psychological needs of children, helping to guide their development and support their mental health. Learn more about Child Psychiatry at WashU Medicine.
Geriatric Psychiatry
Geriatric psychiatry, also known as psychogeriatrics, is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the mental health of elderly individuals. It addresses the unique psychological, emotional, and neurological challenges that come with aging. Geriatric psychiatrists are trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent mental disorders in older adults, taking into account the complex interplay between physical health, cognitive function, and psychosocial issues. Learn more about Geriatric Psychiatry at WashU Medicine.
Our geriatric psychiatrists also collaborate with the Joanne Knight Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.
Interventional Psychiatry
We strive to provide a comprehensive evaluation of patients suffering from treatment resistant depression (TRD), to provide the best guidance for care going forward. Often times TRD patients have been on many different medications and medication combinations without fully understanding their treatment. Our psychiatrists take a “big picture” view of each patient’s treatment. We carefully review medical history and psychiatric records to offer recommendations to the referring physician for future treatments.