Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Psychiatry Partner in Cary, NC
Founded in 2016, Cary Psychiatry Center has been dedicated to providing high-quality psychiatric care to individuals in Cary and surrounding communities. Our practice, led by Dr. Allison Mikel, combines expertise in neuropsychiatry with a collaborative approach to address mental health needs across all ages. We specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions such as ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and complex neuropsychiatric conditions. Our team of professionals prioritizes personalized care, utilizing evidence-based practices and innovative tools like pharmacogenomic testing. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all patients, including those from the LGBT+ community and individuals with diverse needs.Our telehealth services ensure accessible care while maintaining confidentiality and convenience. We emphasize a holistic approach, integrating medication management with comprehensive evaluations to enhance quality of life. Our providers bring extensive experience in treating both common and complex mental health conditions, supported by advanced training and certifications. We actively engage with the local community to address mental health challenges and promote well-being. At Cary Psychiatry Center, we strive to be a trusted partner in mental health care through compassion, expertise, and continuous support.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Medication Management
ADHD Testing
Genetic Testing
Telehealth Services
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized ADHD diagnostic testing and treatment for all ages.
- Our providers have advanced training in neuropsychiatry and complex mental health conditions.
- We provide secure telehealth services for convenient, accessible care.
- Our team includes board-certified professionals with decades of combined experience.
- We prioritize personalized, patient-centered care in a welcoming environment.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults address conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders. Our providers use standardized tools and collaborative approaches to create personalized treatment plans. This service helps patients achieve improved focus, emotional stability, and overall well-being through accurate diagnosis and targeted interventions.
Medication Management
Ongoing medication management ensures optimal treatment outcomes for psychiatric conditions. Our team monitors medication effectiveness, adjusts dosages, and addresses side effects through regular follow-up appointments. This service supports long-term mental health stability for patients with ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, and other complex conditions.
ADHD Testing
Specialized ADHD diagnostic testing combines clinical interviews with computerized neurocognitive assessments. We evaluate attention, impulse control, and executive functioning to confirm diagnoses and develop tailored treatment strategies. This service helps patients of all ages overcome academic, professional, and social challenges associated with ADHD.
Genetic Testing
Pharmacogenomic testing through Genesight analyzes genetic variations affecting medication metabolism. This service helps providers select the most effective psychiatric medications with minimal side effects. By personalizing treatment based on genetic profiles, we improve medication response rates and reduce trial-and-error prescribing.
Telehealth Services
Secure telehealth platforms enable remote psychiatric evaluations and follow-up care. This service provides accessible mental health treatment for patients who prefer virtual consultations or face mobility challenges. Telehealth maintains confidentiality while offering flexible scheduling options for busy individuals.
People
Allison Mikel, M.D.
Medical Director | Psychiatrist
Dr. Mikel founded Cary Psychiatry Center in 2016 after completing psychiatry residency at East Carolina University. She specializes in ADHD, depression, and complex neuropsychiatric disorders. With dual degrees in Behavioral Neuroscience and Psychology, she brings expertise in treating cognitive concerns and women's mental health issues.
Sahana Sankar, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Sahana Sankar provides psychiatric care with a focus on anxiety, depression, and perinatal mental health. She brings experience from North Carolina State University and UNC, combining counseling expertise with medical training. Her approach emphasizes patient education and collaborative treatment planning for long-term wellness.
Questions
What services does Cary Psychiatry Center Center offer?
We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, ADHD testing, genetic testing, and telehealth services for children, adolescents, and adults.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, all our psychiatric evaluations and follow-up appointments are available via secure telehealth platforms for your convenience.
How does ADHD testing work at your practice?
Our ADHD testing combines clinical interviews, standardized screening tools, and computerized neurocognitive testing to provide accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans.
What should I do in a mental health emergency?
We don't provide emergency services. For mental health crises, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. You can also dial 988 for immediate crisis support.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we are currently accepting new patients. Please contact our office to schedule an initial consultation or request more information.
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, OCD, PTSD, dementia, and complex neuropsychiatric conditions across all age groups.
Reviews (7)
Savannah Felton
Jan 25, 2022
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The receptionist, Heather, is an absolute sweetheart. She was very kind on the two phone calls I had with her. She made me feel super welcome and safe at this medical practice. I had a Telehealth meeting with Maggie Evers and she was super observant and kind. She listened to everything I said and took my experiences and concerns seriously. I will not hesitate to come back or to recommend Cary Psychiatry to my friends!
Andrea Johnson
Jun 16, 2021
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I have been a patient of Katie Myers for almost 15 years. I followed her from her previous practice. She has been my cheerleader, my counselor, my lifesaver, and my friend when I needed that. She is one of the most professional people I have met in my 52 years. She is interested in my life with my family and never discusses
her personal life unless I ask about it. She listens to what I am saying and rarely takes notes during an appointment (but she always remembers what I said the next time). She answers phone calls promptly (its always urgent if I call). She sends prescriptions immediately
her personal life unless I ask about it. She listens to what I am saying and rarely takes notes during an appointment (but she always remembers what I said the next time). She answers phone calls promptly (its always urgent if I call). She sends prescriptions immediately
Liv Tor
Jun 30, 2020
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Dr. Mikel has always been very kind and caring during our sessions. She is a very down-to-earth person. Relatable and a good listener. Her office staff (Specially Donna) has also been very kind and patient with me.
Erica Eason-Moncayo
Nov 23, 2019
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I have had a great experience with Maggie Evers. She is thoughtful, experienced and truly wonderful to work with as a psychiatric provider. My frustration with being a patient is the lack of insurance knowledge on the front office staff and the unresponsiveness to emails. Several times I have been told that my insurance covers the appointment and then called later for bills upward of $500. When requesting refills and appointments, it is imperative to respond to the doctors patients because if the email goes unanswered, our prescriptions are delayed. For example, I requested an appointment on
Joshua Ratliff
Sep 04, 2019
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I have been seeing Dr. Katherine Myers now for almost a year. My Bipolar 2 is particularly hard to get under control, and she has worked very hard to find the right combination of medication to help my state. She is kind, caring, and extremely professional. I would highly recommend her to anyone that wants a doctor to spend time with them and their medications. It takes time and she does not take an one size fits all approach to your well being. Thank you Dr. Myers
As for the administration, they are top notch. They are always on top of appointments, vitals, documentations, and scheduling. Austin
As for the administration, they are top notch. They are always on top of appointments, vitals, documentations, and scheduling. Austin
Elizabeth Morton
Jul 04, 2019
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My family has been going to this office for 4 years. Both Dr. Mikel and Katherine Myers, PA have been kind and interested in hearing from us about our needs. They don't just tell you what they're going to do and write a script, they enlist patients to make guided choices. The new office is very nice, and the staff is polite and helpful.
Jennifer W.
Aug 11, 2018
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I have been a patient of Dr. Mikel for over 3 years now. She has seen me through two pregnancies, time prior to, and post. What I love about Dr. Mikel is that she is very personable. She treats you like a human being, rather than a test subject. She is very compassionate.
Also, she thinks outside the box, not just looking at a diagnoses, but looking at the individual. She is also very knowledgeable about non conventional therapies. It is helpful to have an educated, professional opinion on non conventional treatments. Whereas, if you ask many other Dr.s, the response is often a total lack of
Also, she thinks outside the box, not just looking at a diagnoses, but looking at the individual. She is also very knowledgeable about non conventional therapies. It is helpful to have an educated, professional opinion on non conventional treatments. Whereas, if you ask many other Dr.s, the response is often a total lack of
