Mindstead Integrative Psychiatry doesn’t accept any health insurance. We can provide superbills which you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement if you have a PPO. For more information, we recommend asking your insurance about out of network benefits/reimbursement.

Our policy is to not prescribe, manage, or refill controlled substances, including for sleep, anxiety, opioid, or stimulant medications.

• Our focus is on Integrative Psychiatry. This policy allows us to dedicate our resources and expertise to our core services.

• For existing conditions: If you are currently taking a controlled substance, we can assist with a referral to an appropriate specialist to ensure a smooth transition of your care. We can also work with you on deprescribing, safely, to meet your needs.

Appointments are completed over video only, in a safe and confidential Telehealth format. The initial appointment will likely last 90-120 minutes for psychiatric evaluation and treatment planning. Subsequent appointments are needed for medication follow up and treatment management. These visits may last 30-60 minutes.

1. Why Men’s Mental Health Needs Special Attention

• Stigma: Men are often socialized to “tough it out” or equate emotional openness with weakness.

• Underreporting: Men are significantly less likely to seek help for mental health struggles.

• High-Risk Stats:

• Men die by suicide nearly 4x more  than women.

• Middle-aged men have the highest suicide rates.

• Substance abuse and untreated depression are common in men, especially those aged 35–60.

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2. Common Mental Health Issues Among Men

• Depression (often masked as irritability, anger, or workaholism)

• Anxiety

• Substance Use Disorders

• PTSD

• Personality Disorders

• Suicide and Self-Harm (high prevalence, low visibility)

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3. The Masking of Mental Illness

• Men may show emotional pain through:

Physical complaints (e.g., headaches, fatigue)

Risk-taking behaviors

Withdrawal or emotional numbing

• “Functional Depression” is common: men continue to work and “perform” despite severe internal struggle.

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4. Barriers to Treatment

• Cultural and societal pressures: “Man up” mentality

• Fear of appearing weak or vulnerable

• Lack of awareness about symptoms

• Limited access to male-focused mental health services