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What is the difference between psychotherapy and psychiatry? Psychotherapy is centered on talk therapy and behavioral interventions to help ease emotional difficulties. Psychiatrists are are trained to examine biological factors, social and emotional elements. To help to determine if psychiatric medication may be an appropriate treatment option for an individual client.  

Do I need both psychotherapy and psychiatry? Each client is unique. Many psychological and emotional difficulties can be resolved with psychotherapy. However, there is research indicating that for some conditions, a combination of psychotherapy and psychiatric medication may be the most effective treatment.  

If I see a psychiatrist, will I have to take medication? No. Treatment plans including medication may or may not be indicated. 

Will I be on medication forever? Not necessarily. Each client and treatment plan is unique so how long you may take medication will be determined between you and your psychiatrist.