Your Neighborhood Psychiatrist for Grayson
Serving Bay Creek, Grayson High & the Tight-Knit Grayson Community
Just 20 minutes away via GA-124 • We're practically neighbors
Mental Health Care That Understands Small-Town Grayson
Grayson is one of Gwinnett County's best-kept secrets—a small city with a big heart where neighbors still wave from their porches and Friday nights mean cheering on the Rams at Grayson High School. The Bay Creek Park trails, the family-owned shops on Main Street, the community events that bring everyone together—this is the Grayson way of life.
But even in close-knit communities, mental health struggles exist. The pressure to appear "fine" can be even greater when everyone knows your name. Whether you're dealing with anxiety about your teen's future, depression that's hard to explain to neighbors, or ADHD that makes life feel overwhelming, we're here to help—just a quick 20-minute drive down GA-124.
Serving Grayson neighborhoods: Downtown Grayson, Bay Creek, Evergreen, Centerville-Rosebud Road area, and surrounding Gwinnett communities including Loganville and Snellville.
Mental Health in Grayson: What We See
Common Challenges in Grayson
- •Student-athlete pressure: Grayson High's championship culture creates intense expectations for young athletes
- •Small-town stigma: In close communities, seeking mental health care can feel more visible and vulnerable
- •Commuter stress: Many Grayson residents make long daily commutes to Atlanta
- •Growing pains: Rapid development brings change that can feel unsettling
Our Approach for Grayson
- ✓Discreet care outside your immediate community
- ✓Short drive means minimal time away from family
- ✓Telepsychiatry when you can't leave home
- ✓Family-centered care that understands community values
Why Grayson Residents Choose Next Step Psychiatry
🏠 Close But Not Too Close
In Grayson, everyone knows everyone. Sometimes you want medical care where you won't run into your kid's teacher or your neighbor at the grocery store. Our Lilburn office is close enough for convenience but provides the privacy some families prefer.
🚗 The Easiest Drive in Gwinnett
Just 20 minutes on GA-124 and Lawrenceville Highway—no highways, no traffic nightmares. You can be home before anyone notices you were gone. It's closer than driving to Sugarloaf or Suwanee for many Grayson residents.
🏈 Understanding Student Athletes
Grayson High produces champions—and the pressure that comes with it. We understand the unique mental health challenges facing student athletes: performance anxiety, injury depression, college recruitment stress, and the identity struggles when sports end.
⚡ Same-Day Availability
When your teen is struggling or your anxiety spikes, you need help now—not in three months. We offer same-day appointments whenever possible because mental health shouldn't wait.
Psychiatric Services for Grayson Residents
ADHD Treatment
Comprehensive evaluation and treatment for kids struggling in school, teens losing focus, and adults who've always wondered why life feels harder for them.
Depression Treatment
From the winter blues to treatment-resistant depression—we offer evidence-based medication management and SPRAVATO™ for difficult cases.
Anxiety Treatment
Expert care for the worry that won't quit—generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, and the performance pressure common in competitive schools.
Teen & Adolescent Care
Specialized treatment for Grayson teens navigating high school pressures, social challenges, and the transition to adulthood.
OCD Treatment
Medication management for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Break free from the cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
SPRAVATO™ Therapy
FDA-approved breakthrough treatment for depression that hasn't responded to traditional medications. We're a certified treatment center.
Medication Management
Expert psychiatric medication selection and ongoing optimization. We take the time to find what truly works for you.
Telepsychiatry
Secure video appointments from home—perfect for follow-ups or when you can't leave the kids.
Addiction Treatment
Compassionate, judgment-free medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders.
Getting Here from Grayson
Driving Directions
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
From Grayson
~20 minutes via GA-124
11 miles • Free parking
Frequently Asked Questions from Grayson Residents
My kid plays sports at Grayson High. Do you work with student athletes?
Absolutely. We understand the unique pressures facing student athletes in Grayson's championship culture. From performance anxiety and ADHD to depression after injuries, we provide care that supports both mental health and athletic performance. We're careful about medications that might affect eligibility.
Will I run into people I know at your office?
Our Lilburn location serves a wide area, so it's unlikely you'll see Grayson neighbors. That said, mental health care is nothing to be ashamed of. But we understand the desire for privacy, and many Grayson families appreciate that we're outside their immediate community.
Is 20 minutes really the actual drive time from Grayson?
Yes! The route via GA-124 to Lawrenceville Highway is straightforward with minimal traffic. It's often faster than driving to bigger shopping areas in Snellville or Suwanee. No highways, no Atlanta traffic headaches.
Do you treat families or just individuals?
We primarily provide individual psychiatric care, but we understand that mental health affects the whole family. When treating teens, we often involve parents in the treatment plan. For family therapy needs, we can provide referrals to excellent therapists in the area.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans common to Gwinnett County residents. Call us at 678-437-1659 to verify your specific coverage before your first appointment. We also welcome self-pay patients with transparent pricing.
Grayson, We're Just Down the Road
Expert psychiatric care, 20 minutes away. Same-day appointments available.