Psychiatric Care for Gainesville & Hall County
Serving Lake Lanier, University of North Georgia & Northeast Georgia Communities
45 minutes south via I-985 • Telepsychiatry serves all of Hall County
Expert Mental Health Care for Northeast Georgia's Hub
Gainesville is the heart of Northeast Georgia—the "Queen City of the Mountains" where Lake Lanier's beauty meets a thriving economy. From the historic downtown square to the growing University of North Georgia campus, from the world-class Northeast Georgia Medical Center to the thousands of poultry industry workers, Gainesville is a community of diverse people with diverse mental health needs.
While Hall County has excellent medical facilities, specialized psychiatric care can be harder to find. Our practice in Lilburn is a straight shot down I-985—and for those who prefer to stay close to Lake Lanier, our telepsychiatry services bring expert psychiatric care directly to your home or office in Gainesville.
Serving Gainesville areas: Historic Downtown, Lake Lanier Islands, Flowery Branch, Oakwood, Murrayville, University of North Georgia, and all Hall County communities.
Understanding Mental Health Needs in Hall County
Unique Challenges in Gainesville
- •Industry worker stress: The poultry industry's demanding schedules and physical labor take a mental toll often overlooked
- •College student mental health: UNG students face academic pressure, transitions, and isolation far from home
- •Healthcare worker burnout: NGMC staff experience compassion fatigue and demanding shift work
- •Rural isolation: Surrounding Hall County communities may lack easy access to specialized care
Our Approach for Hall County
- ✓Telepsychiatry extends our reach throughout Northeast Georgia
- ✓Flexible scheduling for shift workers and healthcare professionals
- ✓College student support with or without parental involvement
- ✓Culturally competent care for Gainesville's diverse population
Why Gainesville Residents Choose Next Step Psychiatry
🛣️ Easy I-985 Access
The drive down I-985 is one of the most scenic and stress-free routes in metro Atlanta. No crazy traffic like I-285, just a straight shot south. Many Gainesville patients tell us the drive itself is therapeutic—time to decompress before and after appointments.
💻 Telepsychiatry for Lake Lanier
Love your lake life and don't want to leave Hall County? Our telepsychiatry services bring board-certified psychiatric care to your home on the lake, your UNG dorm, or your office at NGMC. Same expert care, zero commute.
🏥 Beyond What's Available Locally
While Gainesville has excellent general healthcare, specialized psychiatric services can have long wait times. We offer same-day appointments when possible and specialize in treatments like SPRAVATO™ that may not be available locally.
🎓 UNG Student Support
College mental health is a specialty of ours. Whether you're a UNG student struggling with anxiety, depression, or ADHD, we provide compassionate care that understands the unique pressures of college life. Parents can be involved or not—your choice.
Psychiatric Services for Gainesville Residents
ADHD Treatment
Comprehensive evaluation and treatment for students, professionals, and adults. Many UNG students first get properly diagnosed through our practice.
Depression Treatment
From seasonal depression that hits during gray mountain winters to treatment-resistant depression requiring SPRAVATO™—we treat the full spectrum.
Anxiety Treatment
Expert care for generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and the specific anxieties of college life, career pressure, and life transitions.
Healthcare Worker Support
Specialized understanding of compassion fatigue, burnout, and the mental health challenges facing NGMC nurses, doctors, and staff.
Bipolar Disorder
Comprehensive mood stabilization and ongoing management for bipolar I and II, with careful medication selection and monitoring.
SPRAVATO™ Therapy
FDA-approved breakthrough treatment for treatment-resistant depression. A certified SPRAVATO™ center serving Northeast Georgia.
Medication Management
Expert psychiatric medication selection and optimization. We take time to find what works for your unique brain chemistry.
Telepsychiatry
Secure video appointments perfect for Hall County residents who want expert care without the commute to Atlanta.
Addiction Treatment
Compassionate medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders, including opioid and alcohol dependence.
Getting Here from Gainesville
Driving Directions
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
From Gainesville
~45 minutes via I-985 South
42 miles • Free parking
Telepsychiatry available statewide
Frequently Asked Questions from Gainesville Residents
I'm a UNG student. Can I see you without my parents knowing?
If you're 18 or older, absolutely. Your psychiatric care is confidential. We treat many UNG students who prefer to manage their mental health independently. However, if you'd like family involvement, we welcome that too. Your care, your choice.
Is the 45-minute drive really necessary? Why not a Gainesville provider?
We won't pretend we're next door—but many Gainesville patients choose us because we offer same-day appointments, specialized treatments like SPRAVATO™, and telepsychiatry that eliminates the commute entirely. Plus, psychiatric specialists in Hall County often have months-long waitlists.
I work shifts at NGMC. Do you have flexible hours?
We understand healthcare worker schedules are anything but 9-5. While our office hours are Monday-Friday 9-6, our telepsychiatry options provide flexibility. Many NGMC staff schedule video appointments between shifts or on their days off. Call us to discuss your specific scheduling needs.
Do you treat Spanish-speaking patients from the Gainesville poultry industry?
We provide culturally competent care for all patients. While English is our primary language, we work to accommodate all Gainesville residents. We understand the unique stressors facing industry workers and provide compassionate, non-judgmental psychiatric care.
What insurance do you accept for Hall County residents?
We accept most major insurance plans including those common to Northeast Georgia Health System employees and other Hall County employers. Call us at 678-437-1659 to verify your coverage before your first appointment. We also accept self-pay patients.
Gainesville, Expert Care Is Closer Than You Think
45 minutes by car—or zero minutes with telepsychiatry. Same-day appointments available.