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No matter the mental health challenge you are facing, we can help. Our practice is accepting new patients across all age groups — children, adolescents, and adults.

Mental and behavioral health conditions are as real and treatable as other medical issues.

If you are not happy with your mental health status, seeking out professional help can transform your quality of life, often with very little intervention.

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SERVING PATIENTS IN
ARIZONA AND OREGON

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602-962-8915 (Arizona)

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Insurance Plans Accepted

Insurance plans we accept is subject to change periodically, so if you do not see your plan listed here, please contact us to verify if your insurance is accepted, coverage, and mental health benefits. We also offer affordable self-pay options if you don’t have insurance or if your insurance plan is not accepted.

Arizona Insurance Plans

Aetna
Cigna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Optum / United Healthcare
TriWest VA CCN and TRICARE

Oregon Insurance Plans

Aetna
Cigna
Optum / United Healthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield
First Choice Health / LifeStance Health
Moda Health
Providence Health Plan
TriWest VA CCN and TRICARE

Our practice provides outpatient psychiatric care only and is not equipped to provide emergency or crisis services. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or are in immediate danger, please call 911, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Messages sent through this website, email, or the patient portal are not monitored for emergency situations.

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Have you ever wondered what life would feel like through someone else’s eyes? Maybe you've wished you could trade your struggles for someone else's? For many people navigating mental health challenges, these thoughts are more common than you might think. But the truth is, your experiences are uniquely yours. While they may feel heavy at times, they also hold the potential for growth, resilience, and strength in ways no one else can replicate. Progress doesn’t mean perfection. It means continuing forward, even in small steps. You're capable of becoming a stronger, more resilient version of yourself, and you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

From feeling unheard to truly supported. This is the kind of transformation we strive for every day. Our patients deserve compassionate, attentive, and professional care, and we’re honored to be a place where they feel seen and valued. Thank you to all our patients for trusting us with your journey.

Hormonal changes are a natural part of a woman’s life, but they can have a powerful impact on mental health. Fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone throughout the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, postpartum period, and menopause can influence mood, energy levels, sleep, and even anxiety or depression symptoms. Many women describe feeling like their emotions are “out of sync” with their lives during these times, and that’s not something to ignore. Understanding the connection between hormonal balance and mental health is an important step toward feeling more in control. If you’ve noticed patterns in your mood that seem tied to hormonal shifts, you’re not alone and support, evaluation, and treatment options are available to help you feel more like yourself again.

Here’s what we wished more people understood about ADHD. ADHD affects your executive functioning skills like planning, prioritizing, and beginning tasks which can create a frustrating gap between knowing and doing, often leading to guilt and self-doubt. At Mission Psychiatry, we work with patients to bridge that gap so it’s not just about knowing what to do, but actually feeling able to begin. Many of our adult patients are high functioning. They’ve built careers, raised families, and excelled in school. No one evaluated them for ADHD, so they learned to overcompensate. Then life got bigger with more responsibility and less structure (and this is when things tend to unravel). Know you’re not alone and we’re here to help.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can make it feel like difficult moments are still happening in real time. Moments can come through flashbacks, anxiety, avoidance, or emotional numbness. It’s not a sign of weakness. It's the mind and body trying to protect you after experiencing something overwhelming. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting. It means learning how to feel safe again, regain control, and move forward with support. If you or someone you love is struggling with PTSD, know that effective treatment and compassionate care are available, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. We're here to help.

When anxiety is loud, it can feel permanent. It can feel like the weight will never lift and this version of you is who you’ll always be. But feelings, no matter how intense, are temporary. They rise, they peak, and they fall, even if it takes time. It's important to remind yourself “This is a moment, not my forever.” You are so much more than what you’re feeling right now. One hard hour, one hard day, or even one hard season does not define your life, your worth, or your future. Give yourself permission to ride the wave instead of fighting it. Your story is still unfolding and this chapter is not the ending.

Wondering what's the best way to reach us? We’re here to make communication simple, secure, and convenient for you. The best way to connect with our office is through our secure patient portal, where you can message us directly, request appointments, and manage your care anytime. You’re also welcome to email us for general questions or non-urgent needs. If you prefer more immediate assistance, you can call or text our Arizona or Oregon offices (texting is often the fastest way to receive a response). No matter how you choose to reach out, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Sometimes we need to be reminded that not every day has to be a good day to still be a worthwhile one. This reminds us that our value, and the value of our lives, is not measured by constant happiness or productivity. Some days feel heavy, unmotivated, or even overwhelming, but that doesn’t make them meaningless. Simply showing up, getting through the day, and allowing yourself to feel without judgment is still progress. Growth often happens quietly in the harder moments, in the resilience you build and the grace you give yourself. Even on the days that don’t feel “good,” there is still purpose, still strength, and still something within you that makes the day matter.

Insomnia doesn’t just steal your sleep, it can quietly impact your entire mental well-being. When your mind doesn’t get the rest it needs, it becomes harder to regulate emotions, manage stress, and stay focused throughout the day. Over time, this cycle can increase feelings of anxiety, irritability, and even depression. Around 30–35% of adults experience brief symptoms of insomnia, while about 10% suffer from chronic insomnia, meaning ongoing sleep difficulties several times per week. Prioritizing healthy sleep habits isn’t just about feeling rested. It’s about protecting your mental health, restoring balance, and giving your mind the chance to reset and heal.

Exposure to sunlight supports mental health by increasing serotonin levels, which helps improve mood and emotional stability, while also regulating your circadian rhythm so you sleep better and feel more energized during the day. It also boosts vitamin D production, which has been linked to lower risk of conditions like depression and fatigue. Beyond the biological effects, spending time in the sun often encourages fresh air, movement, and a break from daily stressors, all of which can help reduce anxiety and promote a greater sense of calm and overall well-being. Take a moment to step outside today, soak in a little sunlight, and enjoy nature’s beauty for a brighter mental health day.

On this Good Friday and throughout the Easter weekend, we reflect on themes of hope, renewal, and healing. Moments of stillness and reflection can be powerful. This stillness can offer a space to reconnect, restore, and find light even in difficult seasons. From all of us at our Mission Psychiatry, we wish you peace, comfort, and renewed strength. May this time serve as a gentle reminder that growth and healing are always possible.

One of the biggest misconceptions about people with anxiety is that they’re simply “overreacting” or being dramatic. In reality, anxiety isn’t a choice or a personality flaw. It’s a complex mental health condition where the brain and body are responding as if there’s real danger, even when there isn’t. For many people, it involves physical symptoms like a racing heart, tight chest, nausea, or exhaustion, not just worry. What may look like a small or manageable situation from the outside can feel overwhelming and very real internally. This misunderstanding often leads people with anxiety to feel dismissed or ashamed, when what they actually need is support, validation, and understanding.

A simple reminder today that hardship is not a personal failure, but a shared part of the human experience. So often, people equate struggle with inadequacy, believing they should be able to handle everything without difficulty. In reality, struggle reflects effort, growth, and the complexity of navigating life’s challenges. It’s in these moments of discomfort and vulnerability that resilience is built and deeper self-understanding begins to take shape. Rather than something to hide or be ashamed of, struggle can be seen as evidence that you are trying, feeling, and living fully and that in itself is a quiet kind of strength.

One of the biggest obstacles in mental health today isn’t just the conditions themselves. It’s the gap between awareness and access to consistent, quality care. While more people are talking about mental health than ever before, many still face barriers like long wait times, high costs, limited insurance coverage, and the ongoing weight of stigma, all while navigating the constant stress and overwhelm of modern life. At our practice, we're committed to helping make this obstacle feel nonexistent by prioritizing accessibility, continuity of care, and a compassionate approach to every patient we serve. We strive to create a space where each individual feels truly heard, seen, and supported because no one should have to navigate their mental health journey feeling alone.

Bipolar disorder doesn’t always look the way people expect. It can be quiet, internal, and often misunderstood. This can impact sleep, focus, relationships, and overall well-being in ways others may not see. Behind the scenes, many individuals are working incredibly hard just to maintain balance. That’s why compassionate, personalized care matters. With the right treatment plan, stability isn’t just possible, it’s sustainable. If something feels off, trust that it’s worth looking into. Support, clarity, and relief may be closer than you think.

Have you ever thought about how ones voyage can be more important than the destination? This speaks directly to how mental health and healing actually work in real life. A mental health journey isn’t a straight path where you “arrive” at a perfect, fixed state of wellness. Instead, it’s made up of small, often messy moments of learning your triggers, building coping skills, setting boundaries, having setbacks, and trying again. The “voyage” represents all of that growth like the self-awareness you gain, the resilience you build, and the ways you learn to care for yourself along the way. If someone focuses only on the “destination” (like being completely anxiety-free or always happy), it can feel discouraging when they don’t get there quickly or ever in a perfect sense. But when they value the journey, they start to recognize progress in the little things like getting out of bed on a hard day, speaking kindly to themselves, asking for help, or handling a situation better than they used to. In that way, the journey is the healing. It’s not just leading to wellness. It’s actively creating it, step by step.

Personal growth can feel uncomfortable, confusing, or even painful like something in your life is falling apart. But in reality, you’re not breaking, you’re evolving. The “breaking” feeling often comes from letting go of old habits, identities, relationships, or beliefs that once protected you but no longer serve who you’re becoming. Just like a snake sheds its skin or a tree loses leaves, that process can feel raw and vulnerable but it’s necessary for growth. This quote can be a reminder of what feels like falling apart may actually be you making space for something healthier, stronger, and more aligned with who you truly are.

ADHD, anxiety, and depression often overlap more than people realize. As ADHD affects focus and emotional regulation, anxiety fuels overthinking, and depression can drain energy and motivation, these can often be intertwined. Up to 60% of people with ADHD also experience anxiety, and 30–50% will face depression at some point, showing how connected these struggles can be. When they overlap, it can feel heavier, but it also means you’re not alone, and what you’re experiencing is more common (and more understood) than it may seem.

When you rest, connect with others, exercise, or spend time doing things you enjoy over the weekend, your brain releases several “feel-good” chemicals that support mental health and emotional balance. Dopamine is released when you experience pleasure or accomplish something, helping boost motivation and reward. Serotonin helps regulate mood, sleep, and overall feelings of well-being and is often increased through sunlight, movement, and relaxation. Physical activity and laughter can trigger Endorphins, which act as natural pain relievers and mood lifters. Spending time with loved ones can increase Oxytocin, sometimes called the “bonding hormone,” which promotes feelings of trust, connection, and calm. At the same time, relaxing and stepping away from stress can lower Cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone. Together, these chemical shifts help improve mood, reduce anxiety, and restore mental energy. We wish you an enjoyable weekend full of intentional rest and activities to increase your mental wellness.

We are honored when families trust us with their stories. One parent recently shared how their son’s life has changed since beginning care with our practice after struggling to find the right support for his mental health. Today, he is thriving both at school and at home, and his family shared that it feels like they finally have their old boy back. Stories like this remind us why we do what we do. We’re grateful to be part of helping patients and families find hope, healing, and peace again.

Have you heard the term "anxiety iceberg?" This is is a visual way to explain that the anxiety people see on the surface is only a small part of what someone is actually experiencing. Just like an iceberg in the ocean, the small part above the water represents visible behaviors. This may include things like nervousness, irritability, avoiding situations, or overthinking. But underneath the surface is a much larger portion that people don’t see, such as fear of failure, feeling out of control, past experiences, self-doubt, pressure to be perfect, or worries about being judged. The idea of the anxiety iceberg helps people understand that anxiety is often driven by deeper thoughts and emotions that aren’t always obvious to others.

Depression can be influenced by a combination of emotional experiences, biological factors, lifestyle habits, and patterns of thinking. Significant life events such as loss, major changes, trauma, or ongoing stress can place a heavy emotional burden on a person and sometimes trigger depressive symptoms. At the same time, biological factors like genetics, hormonal changes, chronic illness, sleep disturbances, or certain medications can affect brain chemistry and increase vulnerability to depression. Lifestyle and environmental factors can also play a role. Limited sunlight, lack of physical activity, poor sleep habits, or inadequate nutrition may negatively impact mood and energy levels over time. Psychological patterns such as persistent negative thinking, low self-esteem, perfectionism, or feeling a lack of purpose can make it more difficult to maintain emotional balance. Often, depression develops from a combination of these influences rather than a single cause, which is why recognizing potential triggers can be an important step in seeking support, making lifestyle adjustments, and exploring treatment options such as medication management or therapy.

Our website now features a convenient “Patient Portal” tab, giving you direct access to your MYIO Patient Portal with just one click. The portal can be easily accessed from your phone or computer, making it simple to manage your care anytime, anywhere. Through the portal, patients can schedule appointments, attend integrated telehealth visits, and securely message our staff. This provides one secure and convenient place designed to make your mental health care easier and more accessible.

At our psychiatric practice, we often remind patients that breaking down emotionally doesn’t mean you’re breaking apart. It can mean you’re finally breaking open. Tears, overwhelm, and raw emotion are not signs of weakness. They are signals. They tell us something important is asking to be acknowledged. When you allow yourself to truly feel, instead of suppressing or pushing through, you create space for healing to begin. Recognizing your emotions and understanding how they’re impacting your daily life is a crucial step toward mental wellness. Are your feelings affecting your sleep, relationships, work, or motivation? Awareness is powerful. Once we identify what’s happening beneath the surface, we can begin to build healthier coping strategies, stronger boundaries, and lasting change. You don’t have to hold it all together alone. With compassionate support and thoughtful medication management when appropriate, you can find greater stability, clarity, and relief as you move forward. Sometimes the breakthrough comes right after the breakdown and we’re here to walk with you through both.

Keeping a positive outlook doesn’t mean ignoring hard things, it means choosing where to place your focus. One powerful way to protect your mental health is to concentrate on what you can control and gently release what you can’t. When your thoughts start spiraling, redirect your energy toward one small, productive action or a healthy shift in attitude. Remember that small wins build momentum and reduce stress. It’s also helpful to practice “evidence-based” positivity by intentionally noticing real proof of what’s going well. Try and recognize progress you’ve made, challenges you’ve handled before, or support systems you can lean on. Our brains are naturally wired to scan for problems, so training yourself to recognize what’s working helps create balance, resilience, and a more grounded, hopeful perspective over time.

We are proud to offer secure, convenient telehealth appointments so you can receive high-quality psychiatric care from the comfort and privacy of your own home. Telehealth makes it easier than ever to prioritize your mental health. There's no commute, no waiting rooms, and offers flexible scheduling that fits into your busy life. Whether you’re at home, at work, or traveling within the state, you can connect with our provider through a simple, user-friendly virtual platform. We accept most major insurance plans and also offer affordable self-pay rates to ensure care is accessible to as many individuals and families as possible. Getting support shouldn’t be complicated and with telehealth, it isn’t.

About 1 in 40 adults will experience Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in their lifetime, making it far more common than many people realize. OCD involves intrusive, unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors that can feel overwhelming and interfere with daily life, relationships, and work. The hopeful news is that 60–70% of people with OCD experience significant improvement with proper treatment, especially with evidence-based approaches like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy and medication. With the right support, symptoms can become manageable, and people can regain a strong sense of control, confidence, and peace.

At Mission Psychiatry, one of the most meaningful things our provider hears is, “This has changed my life.” Patients often share how they feel clearer, more stable, more hopeful, and more like themselves again. When someone experiences that kind of progress, they naturally want the people they love to feel it too. Many of our patients refer their friends and family which is more than a compliment, it’s an honor. Being trusted with the people who matter most to them reminds us why we do this work, and it’s something we never take for granted. There is no greater compliment than trust. We are honored to walk alongside each person on their journey toward comfort, healing, and lasting hope.

Mood swings in teens and adults can sometimes indicate an underlying mental health concern, especially when they are intense, frequent, or disruptive to daily life. While some emotional fluctuation is normal, particularly during adolescence, significant or persistent shifts in mood may be associated with conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, or substance use. It’s also important to rule out contributing factors like sleep deprivation, hormonal changes, medical conditions, medication side effects, or major stressors. When mood changes feel extreme, unpredictable, or begin affecting relationships, work, or overall functioning, a professional evaluation can help identify the root cause and guide appropriate support.

ADHD in children is diagnosed through a comprehensive clinical evaluation rather than a single test. A qualified clinician gathers a detailed history of the child’s behavior, development, medical background, and family history, with close attention to when symptoms began and how they affect daily functioning. Information is collected from multiple settings most commonly home and school because symptoms must be present in more than one environment to meet diagnostic criteria. Parents and teachers typically complete standardized behavior rating scales, which help compare the child’s behaviors to age-based norms. An evaluation follows whether the child meets DSM-5 criteria, including having symptoms for at least six months, onset before age 12, and clear impairment in academic, social, or home functioning. Equally important is ruling out other conditions that can mimic or coexist with ADHD, such as anxiety, learning disorders, sleep issues, or trauma, using clinical judgment and observation to arrive at an accurate diagnosis.

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