Your Partner in Hope and Healing. Transforming mental health care through innovation and integrative solutions.

Located in Lillburn, GA, Next Step Psychiatry is a leading mental health practice dedicated to providing innovative, personalized care for individuals seeking relief from mental health challenges. At Next Step Psychiatry, we believe mental health care is not one-size-fits-all. Our practice specializes in integrative psychiatry, blending evidence-based medical treatments with holistic approaches to address the root causes of mental health challenges. We also provide advanced care for individuals experiencing treatment-resistant depression, empowering them to take their next step toward a brighter future.

We offer comprehensive solutions to help you reclaim your life and well-being.

Our Approach: Integrative Psychiatry

Mental health is deeply connected to the mind, body, and environment. Our integrative approach considers all aspects of your well-being to create a personalized treatment plan.

What is Integrative Psychiatry?

Integrative psychiatry combines traditional mental health care, like medication and therapy, with complementary practices to promote healing and resilience. This may include:

  • Nutritional Psychiatry: Exploring how diet impacts your mental health.
  • Mindfulness and Stress Management: Techniques to reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.
  • Lifestyle Interventions: Addressing sleep, exercise, and habits that influence mental well-being.
  • Genetic Testing: Identifying treatments tailored to your unique genetic profile.

Our goal is to treat the whole person—not just the symptoms—by addressing the underlying factors affecting your mental health.

WHAT WE OFFER

If you have depression and other treatments haven’t worked to reduce unpleasant symptoms, your doctor could recommend Spravato®, a prescription nasal spray designed to improve depression.

Medication management is the process of a medical provider assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals with medication.  

Specialized care for opioid decency utilizing suboxone and alcohol dependency with naltrexone and vivitrol. 

Telepsychiatry is a branch of telemedicine. Telemedicine uses technology, which is typically video-based, to provide a range of healthcare services to patients.

In Network with most major insurances including Medicare and Medicaid

For your convience, Next Step Psychiatry is in network with many insurances including Anthem BCBS, Cigna/Evernorth, United Healthcare/Optum, Amerigroup, Medicaid and Medicare. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is treatment-resistant depression?

Treatment-resistant depression refers to cases where patients do not respond adequately to standard antidepressant medications. We offer specialized options for these individuals.

How does Spravato work?

Spravato is an FDA-approved nasal spray that works differently from traditional antidepressants, targeting the brain's receptors to provide rapid relief of depressive symptoms.

What should I expect during my first visit?

During your first visit, we will conduct a comprehensive evaluation, discuss your medical history, and establish a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Why Choose Next Step Psychiatry?

At Next Step Psychiatry, we combine compassionate care, cutting-edge treatments, and holistic approaches to deliver outstanding mental health services. We are

  • Expertise in Treatment-Resistant Depression:
    We specialize in helping individuals who haven’t responded to traditional treatments for depression. With advanced therapies like Spravato® (Esketamine Nasal Spray), we provide new pathways to relief.
  • Integrative Psychiatry:
    Mental health care should treat the whole person—mind, body, and lifestyle. Our integrative approach blends traditional psychiatric care with complementary therapies, such as nutritional psychiatry, mindfulness, and genetic testing, to address the root causes of your symptoms.
  • Medication Management
    Our providers offer tailored medication plans, including long-acting psychotropic injections and pharmacogenomic testing, ensuring precise, effective care.
  • Patient-Centered Care:
    Your mental health journey is unique. We tailor every treatment plan to your specific goals and needs, ensuring you feel heard, valued, and supported.
  • Specialized Services

         Telepsychiatry for flexible, accessible care.

         Suboxone and other addiction treatment options.

         Clozapine management for schizophrenia.

Do you offer Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessments?

We thoroughly evaluate mental health concerns to create personalized treatment plans for individuals experiencing conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and more.

What conditions we treat?

  • Anxiety and depression
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • ADHD and other neurodevelopmental conditions
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Addiction and substance use disorders
  • As well as many other psychiatric conditions

Do you offer in person visit?

Our Lilburn office is designed to be an accessible and welcoming space for all patients. We offer both in person and virtual appointments? 

How quickly can I schedule an appointment?

We can offer new patient evalautions and follow up evaluations within 24 hour s!

Testimonials

“Finally Found Relief After Years of Searching”

"I was diagnosed with major depressive disorder over a decade ago and felt like I’d tried everything. Nothing seemed to work—until I found Next Step Psychiatry. They recommended Spravato®, and within weeks, I felt relief for the first time in years. The team’s kindness and expertise made all the difference."

— [JE, anonymized]

“A Holistic Approach That Transformed My Life”

"I always felt like traditional treatments didn’t address the root of my issues. The integrative psychiatry program at Next Step Psychiatry was a game-changer. From personalized nutrition plans to mindfulness coaching, the care I received here helped me rebuild my mental and physical health. I feel like I finally have my life back."

— [EL, anonymized]

“A Compassionate Team That Truly Cares”

"I was nervous to seek help after my previous experiences with mental health care, but the team at Next Step Psychiatry made me feel supported from day one. Their thorough assessment process, clear explanations, and cutting-edge treatments gave me the confidence to keep going. Thanks to their care, I’m now thriving instead of just surviving."

— [AR, anonymized]

Your Mental Health Journey Starts Here

When you choose Next Step Psychiatry, you’re not just receiving treatment—you’re gaining a partner who truly cares about your progress. Our compassionate team is dedicated to helping you take the next step toward healing, happiness, and fulfillment.

Providing Behavioral and Mental Health Services For Our Community And Across The State Of Georgia. 

Treating adults, children, adolescents, & geriatric patients