I've been seeing Dr. Wier since 2000 and would drive across country if need be to continue seeing him. He is not the first, just the best! I clearly understand the definition of a psychiatrist and yes they're physicians who specializes in psychiatry and the treatment of mental disorders. This next part is important, so please pay careful attention.. All psychiatrists are trained in diagnostic evaluation as well as psychotherapy, but they're doctors, therefore they can prescribe medication. A psychotherapist can not dispense medication and their training is often more specialized in 'talk' therapy (cognitive). Some specialize in chemical dependency, others in ADHD and others in sexual abuse victims. THIS is were most people get confused. THAT is why it is important when dealing with mental issues that BOTH are necessary in most cases. Psychiatrists are medical doctors and while they are trained in psychotherapy, you should work hand in hand with a cognitive therapist in correlation to the issue at hand that afflicts you, what ever it may be. It's not a buy one get one free. Do you go to a urologist because you have acne? Even those two professionals rarely work together. Most mental conditions can not be solved with a prescription alone and it takes both a psychiatrist and a psychotherapist to help with issues like PTSD, Bi-Polar Condition, Severe Anxiety, etc.... This country has become too dependent on drugs and drugs alone. My cognitive psychotherapist along with Dr. Wier have both helped my with PTSD from multi rape, incest and severe verbal and emotional abuse. They work hand in hand to determine the best treatment for me. Talking to someone in the field along with the care of Dr. Wier saved my life and still does to this day. He is without doubt the kindest human I've ever known along with his office staff. You'll notice a family atmosphere when you walk in.... there's a reason for it. As for as him giving you prescriptions just for the asking? Absolutely NOT true. He does appreciate clients that educate themselves about the medications they are being prescribed and welcomes input from his patients. I have to wonder how many people go in for ADHD meds and are turned away??? There's a reason for that too. Thanks you Dr. Wier as well as Lynn L. for making my life one that I actually want to wake up to every day!
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