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Integrative Psychiatry for adults in NC
Heal and Thrive
Care that fits your life.
Getting mental health support should be simple—not stressful.
We offer medication management, therapy, and comprehensive assessments for adults across North Carolina with easy online scheduling, so you can get the care you need—on your terms.
Comprehensive Assessments
Medication Management
Therapy and Education
When you feel good, it shows
At Joy Spring Mental Health, we understand that mental health is never just a symptom. You are a unique individual with your own experiences, and we are here to support you in every way possible.
Whole Person Care, Just for You
- Comprehensive Mental Health Services
- Personalized and Unhurried Care
- Tailored Treatment, Real Results
Our Services
Our medication management services support your mental health journey by being safe, effective, and tolerable, with minimal side effects and maximum benefits.
Choose individual sessions, supportive groups, or deep-dive therapy intensives, all tailored to meet your unique needs and help you thrive.
We take a root-cause, whole-person approach to assessment—so whether you need medication, therapy, or both, your treatment plan is based on you, not just your diagnosis. We take the time to understand what’s really going on—so you can start healing for real.
Serving North Carolina
At Joy Spring Mental Health, our providers listen closely, care deeply, and treat you the way we’d want our own loved ones to be treated.
You’re not just a set of symptoms—you’re a whole person, and you deserve care that reflects that.
Expert Providers, Compassionate Approach
Our providers bring specialized expertise and a deep understanding to every session, thanks to their extensive training in trauma processing and across-the-lifespan care.
- Depression, Low Energy, Lack of Motivation
- Burnout and Stress
- Anxiety
- Irritability
- Anger and Resentment
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- ADHD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Life Transitions
- Stress of Parenting
- Mood Symptoms During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Relationship Challenges
You're in good hands
How it all started
Hi, I'm Heather
And I created a practice for people who are tired of traditional healthcare encounters and want to work with a provider who takes the time to know them, hears and understands their concerns, and empowers them to take control of their mental health with realistic and actionable tools and resources. Our team is dedicated to ensuring every client has a positive, empowering experience that leads to meaningful, long-lasting results. We can't wait to meet you!
Helping You Heal. Covered By Your Plan
We are in-network with most major plans including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and United Healthcare
Pricing Options and
Insurance
We believe in transparent pricing, and therefore, we offer in-network, out-of-network, and private pay options to ensure your care is both accessible and straightforward.
Convenient and Flexible Scheduling
We offer both in-person and virtual appointments, so that our clients never have to worry about getting an appointment that works for their busy lives.
Personalized Appointment Matching
Our consultation coordinator will work closely with you to find the best appointment times, ensuring a seamless match that effectively meets your scheduling needs.
You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers
We offer both as my schedule allows. In general, we have more availability for medication appointments. If you are interested in both and our therapy slots are full, we will help you connect with another therapist while we manage your medication.
This will be determined during your intake appointment. Brief appointments are ideal for time-limited specific concerns or for clients who are stable and transitioning out of recurring therapy or have already been in recurring therapy in the past. It is also helpful for clients who have challenging schedules or financial concerns that do not accommodate recurring therapy.
No! we see young adults and young-at-heart adults from diverse backgrounds. We have additional training and experience working with the college health and perinatal mental health populations but you do not have to identify with those groups to receive care.
We do not at this time.
Depression, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD (with non-stimulants only)
No. Our services are offered predominantly through telehealth and I do not prescribe any controlled substances.
Yes. Clients who live locally, may request an in-person appointment.
Yes. We know how challenging juggling all these responsibilities can be and we will make a plan that will help you succeed all aspects of your life-including academic life.
What to expect for Virtual Appointments
Yes, in order to provide effective care, we must be able to see you. You are not required to use your camera for asynchronous classes.
No, you will need to reschedule. Please be aware there is a cancellation fee for appointments not cancelled within 24 hours.
The best feature of having a virtual appointment option is the convenience! Come as you are, baby drool, messy house, and all. You must be clothed (shirts required, and you may not be using mind altering substances during your appointment.
You will be able to access your appointment from any device with internet and a camera. Due to state licensing regulations, you must be in NC or VA at the time of your appointment. Please try to give yourself a quiet and private place. (Some patients find their vehicles (parked-not driving!) or bathroom to be great escape locations for their appointment.
Practice Policies for clients seeking 1-on-1mental healthcare
Yes, we will collaborate with your individual therapist.
No. Due to the boundaries established by the DEA system, providers cannot prescribe controlled substances to patients they have not initially seen in person. It is anticipated that the COVID pandemic exception will expire. That said, we have many modalities that are safe and effective and provide a long-term solutions so that controlled substances may not be necessary. We are committed to helping patients connect with their best-selves (which involves the courageous exploration of a values-driven life, rather than avoidance and symptom management).
Yes. Please plan to sign a release of information so we can communicate with your medication provider as needed.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please go to your nearest emergency room or call 988.
