Yes. We offer secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth appointments for patients anywhere in Oklahoma. Telehealth is covered by most insurance plans we accept. You'll need a smartphone, tablet, or computer with a camera and internet connection.

• Medicaid

• Health Choice

• Health Care Highways

• Medicare

• United/Optum

• BCBS

• Aetna

• Humana

• United Healthcare UHC | UBH

• Soonercare

• WebTPA

• CignaOut of Network

• Oklahoma Complete Health

• Aetna Better Health

• Humana Healthy Horizons

• AMbetter

• GEHA

• TRICARE FOR LIFE

• WELLCARE

• Meritain Health

• Oscar Health

• MULTIPLAN

• First Health

To schedule a new patient appointment, please call our office at 405-833-1108 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–6:00 pm). You can also reach us by email at aphusa@yahoo.com. We do not currently offer online booking for new patients.

No. This clinic does not provide disability paperwork or legal documentation of any kind.

We treat a range of psychiatric conditions including ADHD, anxiety disorders, major depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder and more. We also offer weight loss management services. If you're unsure whether we treat your specific concern, call us at 405-833-1108 and we'll be happy to discuss it.

Mental illnesses are conditions that affect a person’s thinking, feeling, mood or behavior, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia. Such conditions may be occasional or long-lasting (chronic) and affect someone’s ability to relate to others and function each day.

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices.1 Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

Mental illnesses are among the most common health conditions in the United States.

• More than 50% will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder at some point in their lifetime.

• 1 in 5 Americans will experience a mental illness in a given year.

• 1 in 5 children, either currently or at some point during their life, have had a seriously debilitating mental illness.

• 1 in 25 Americans lives with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.

There is no single cause for mental illness. A number of factors can contribute to risk for mental illness, such as

• Early adverse life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse (for example, child abuse, sexual assault, witnessing violence, etc.)

• Experiences related to other ongoing (chronic) medical condition, such as cancer or diabetes.

• Biological factors, such as genes or chemical imbalances in the brain

• Use of alcohol or recreational drugs

• Having few friends

• Having feeling of loneliness or isolation

Psychotropics have been proven to help people with mental illness, including BPD as well as anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and schizophrenia.

The National Institute of Mental Health found that patients with depression who were prescribed a psychotropic showed more progress in two months than those who went without treatment showed their entire lives.

Psychotropic drugs are by no means a cure-all. Instead, they work to help minimize symptoms of BPD, like intense mood swings or violent episodes, that can interfere with therapy. Psychotropics take the edge off so you can develop skills to cope with and better manage your mental health.1

Types - Depending on your mental health condition and symptoms, your doctor could prescribe one of the following types of psychotropics:

• Antidepressants

• Antipsychotics

• Anxiolytics

• Hypnotics

• Mood stabilizers

• Stimulants

• GLP-1 agonists 

Facts About These Drugs

Many psychotropic drugs are not designed to work instantly. For some, the medications can take several weeks to have their full effect, while others may need to try several different medications before finding the right one. Everyone responds to medication differently, so do your best to be patient and keep your healthcare provider informed on how you're feeling.

Before taking psychotropic drugs, be sure to share with your healthcare provider any known medical issues, such as heart conditions, diabetes, or high blood pressure, to ensure the medication won't aggravate these preexisting conditions.

A PA-C (certified physician assistant) with a CAQ in psychiatry has completed specialized training in psychiatric care and is qualified to evaluate, diagnose, and prescribe medications for mental health conditions. Our lead provider, Laurie Ray, holds both a PA-C with a CAQ in psychiatry and an LCSW designation, bringing a uniquely comprehensive clinical perspective to patient care.