Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Solutions in Austin
Based in Austin, Texas, Pondworks Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Psychiatry and Psychotherapy provides mental health care to the greater local community. Our practitioners are committed to an evidence-based approach that combines psychotherapy and medication treatments to achieve optimal outcomes so our patients can do and be more. We are committed to improving the delivery of outpatient mental health care through our own work excellence, relationships with local teaching institutions, and patient advocacy. We focus on a respect for each patient's specific need in a certain moment of his or her life.As our patient, you can expect to partner with a provider who will form an explanation of your current problem and create a plan to help. We consider both the symptoms happening right now and what may help you grow beyond them in the future. We realize there are many different and valuable approaches to mental health care that you may want to explore. You can always expect an attitude of respect and positive effort in trying to integrate different approaches.
Services
Psychiatry
Psychotherapy
Counseling
Medication Management
Mental Health Services
ADHD Treatment
Anxiety Disorders
Mood Disorders
PTSD Care
Personality Disorders
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We combine psychotherapy and medication management for comprehensive care.
- Our providers have extensive training in evidence-based mental health treatments.
- We prioritize personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs.
- We offer both in-person and online mental health services for accessibility.
- Our team maintains active psychotherapy practice to enhance clinical decision-making.
Services
Psychiatry
Our psychiatry services combine medical expertise with psychotherapy knowledge to address mental health conditions. We provide comprehensive evaluations, medication management, and treatment planning for adults. Our approach integrates biological, psychological, and social factors to create personalized care strategies that promote long-term wellness and resilience.
Psychotherapy
We offer evidence-based psychotherapy sessions that help patients understand and manage their mental health challenges. Our providers use therapeutic techniques to address current symptoms while building future resilience. Each session focuses on creating a safe space for reflection and developing practical strategies for emotional growth and stability.
Medication Management
Our medication management services include careful evaluation, prescription, and monitoring of psychiatric medications. We emphasize understanding how medications interact with individual biology and lifestyle. Our providers work collaboratively with patients to optimize treatment outcomes while minimizing potential side effects through regular follow-up appointments.
Counseling
We provide supportive counseling services that focus on emotional health and personal growth. Our sessions help patients develop coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. The counseling process emphasizes building self-awareness, improving relationships, and creating sustainable mental health practices tailored to each individual's needs.
Mental Health Services
Our comprehensive mental health services address mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and personality disorders through integrated care models. We combine psychiatric evaluation with therapeutic interventions to treat the whole person. Services include new patient assessments, ongoing treatment planning, and collaboration with community therapists to ensure coordinated care for lasting improvement.
People
Bernard Kim
Founder
Board-certified psychiatrist with extensive psychotherapy training who founded Pondworks Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Psychiatry and Psychotherapy in 2004 to expand access to integrated mental health care.
Alexis Lucas
PA-C
Psychiatric provider committed to evidence-based treatments and collaborative patient care within Pondworks Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Psychiatry and Psychotherapy' integrated mental health model.
Candyce Willis
PMHNP-BC
Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner offering comprehensive mental health services with a focus on patient-centered care.
Holly Bellah
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker providing psychotherapy and counseling services with expertise in behavioral health treatment.
Katharine Conrad
PA-C
Psychiatric provider delivering comprehensive mental health care through medication management and therapeutic interventions.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychiatry, psychotherapy, counseling, and medication management for mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and personality disorders.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept a wide variety of commercial insurance carriers for mental health services.
Are your providers licensed?
Yes, all our providers are either board-certified psychiatrists or psychiatric nurse practitioners with appropriate licensing.
Do you offer online appointments?
Yes, we provide both office-based and online mental health care options for patient convenience.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule an initial consultation through our website or by calling our Austin office directly.
What makes Pondworks Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Psychiatry and Psychotherapy different?
We uniquely combine active psychotherapy practice with psychiatric care to enhance treatment decision-making and patient outcomes.
