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Pediatric Psychiatrists - Tacoma, WA

We found 18 pediatric psychiatrists in Tacoma, WA.

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Dr. George Sadek Hanna Makari, MD

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Pediatric Psychiatry, Pediatric Neurology, General Pediatrics

1112 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405

Dr. George Makari's areas of specialization are pediatric neurology, pediatric psychiatry, and general pediatrics; he sees patients in Tacoma, WA.
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Dr. Stephen Neal Schilt, M.D.

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Pediatric Psychiatry

7609 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA

Dr. Stephen Schilt is a pediatric psychiatry specialist in Tacoma, WA. He studied at Loma Linda University School of Medicine.
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Dr. Judith R. Milner, MD

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Pediatric Psychiatry

S Jackson Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98465

Dr. Judith Milner is a pediatric psychiatry specialist in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Milner is a graduate of the University of Louisville School of Medicine.
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Dr. Mick Guy Storck, MD

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Pediatric Psychiatry

8805 Steilacoom Boulevard SW, Tacoma, WA 98498

253-756-2504

Dr. Michael Storck sees patients in Lakewood, WA, Seattle, WA, and Tacoma, WA. His medical specialty is pediatric psychiatry.

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What is Pediatric Psychiatry?

Growing up isn't easy for anyone, but when kids need serious help handling issues in their lives, they may be referred to a pediatric psychiatrist. A pediatric psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in treating children's and teen's problematic feelings, thoughts, or behavior.

Why should caregivers seek out a pediatric psychiatrist as opposed to a general psychiatrist. Problems can have different symptoms in children than they do in adults, and certain issues (such as ADHD) are more common in children. Children also communicate differently than adults do, especially when it comes to difficult thoughts and feelings. It is important to seek appropriate treatment for kids with a mental illness, because their brains are still developing. Issues that cause significant anxiety, numbness, or poor coping skills in childhood could affect a child's growth into a mentally and emotionally healthy adult. A good pediatric psychiatrist understands the kinds of issues likely to face young patients, can communicate well with children, and understands how kids fit within the context of their families and school life.

Some of the issues that may be treated by a pediatric psychiatrist include:

Mood disorders, such as anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder
Autism
ADHD
Learning disabilities
Substance abuse
Sexual, physical, or emotional abuse
Eating disorders
Conduct disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Trauma and loss

Treatment varies and depends on the child and the diagnosis. Talk therapy, either individual, group, or family, is commonly used for many disorders. If needed, intervention and support may be planned via the child's school, community, or social services. Some psychiatric illnesses benefit from treatment with medication, which a psychiatrist can prescribe.

When children and teens face unusually difficult problems, pediatric psychiatrists can offer a safe resource to help them manage their thoughts and feelings.