Psychiatry Services at Ataraxia Counseling
At Ataraxia Counseling, we know that healing often requires a holistic approach. While therapy is a powerful tool for growth and change, sometimes medication can also be a helpful part of the journey. That’s why we’re proud to offer psychiatric services and medication management with our board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Ava Suleiman, PMHNP-BC and accept select insurance plans through Headway.
What is Psychiatry?
Psychiatry focuses on the medical side of mental health, including evaluating symptoms, diagnosing conditions, and prescribing medication when appropriate. At Ataraxia, we believe in pairing psychiatry with counseling for a comprehensive and collaborative approach to your care.
Psychiatry Services Offered
Initial Psychiatric Evaluation
Your first visit is a detailed and comprehensive initial psychiatric evaluation where your provider will ask many questions to identify problem areas and work together with you to develop an individualized treatment plan. If medications are prescribed, your provider will select the best options based on your needs and lifestyle.
Length: 50-60 minutes
Medication Management
Our follow-up medication management visit is a complete follow-up and includes medication management and psychotherapy. You can discuss any side effects, ask questions, and monitor the progress and success of your treatment. Each patient's plan is unique but monthly visits are the most popular.
Length:15-20 minutes
Insurance & Payment Options
Ataraxia accepts select insurance plans through Headway for psychiatry services, including:
Aetna
Ascension (SmartHealth)
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Quest Behavioral Health
*more to come!
Headway makes using insurance simple—verifying benefits, managing billing, and providing transparent cost estimates before your session.
Not using insurance? We also offer self-pay options.
Initial Psychiatric Evaluation: $250
Follow-Up Medication Management: $175
Meet Ava Suleiman, PMHNP-BC
Ava brings years of nursing and psychiatric experience to her work with children, teens, and adults. She specializes in treating:
Anxiety & Panic Disorders
Depression & Mood Disorders
Bipolar Disorder
Eating Disorders
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Her approach is compassionate and collaborative—ensuring you feel supported, informed, and empowered throughout your treatment.
