Business Details
Private Psychiatric Care in Charleston, SC
Established in Charleston, SC, my private psychiatric practice focuses on building therapeutic relationships to help patients achieve meaningful life changes. With board certification in both Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry, I integrate psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy to address complex mental health needs. My approach emphasizes the mind-body connection, treating patients holistically through personalized medication management and evidence-based psychotherapy modalities. Having trained at prestigious institutions including the Medical University of South Carolina and Cornell's Payne-Whitney Clinic, I bring specialized expertise in treating personality disorders, mood disorders, and developmental conditions. As voluntary clinical faculty at MUSC, I maintain strong academic ties while providing individualized care.My practice serves children, adolescents, and adults through in-person consultations in Charleston and remote telepsych services across California, North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina. I prioritize collaborative treatment planning, working closely with therapists, educators, and medical professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies. My extensive experience with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and anxiety conditions informs my compassionate, patient-centered approach. While not accepting insurance directly, I provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement and maintain flexible payment options. The practice's structured evaluation process ensures accurate diagnoses through 2-4 session comprehensive assessments, forming the foundation for effective treatment plans.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluation
Personality Disorder Treatment
ADHD Evaluation
Depression Treatment
Autism Spectrum Care
Anxiety Disorder Treatment
Medication Management
Telepsych Services
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified psychiatric expertise with specialized training in developmental disorders
- Our practice provides both in-person and remote telepsych services across multiple states
- We conduct comprehensive 2-4 session diagnostic evaluations for accurate treatment planning
- Our treatment approach integrates mind-body connection principles with evidence-based practices
- We maintain academic affiliations while delivering personalized patient-centered care
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry)
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Board Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry)
Services
Psychiatric Evaluation
Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations conducted over 2-4 sessions to assess current symptoms, medical history, and life circumstances. Includes review of prior treatments and collaboration with other healthcare providers to develop accurate diagnoses and treatment plans for children, adolescents, and adults.
ADHD Evaluation
Specialized assessment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder across all age groups. Combines clinical interviews, behavioral observations, and standardized assessments to determine ADHD presence and severity. Includes recommendations for medication management and behavioral interventions tailored to individual needs.
Medication Management
Ongoing monitoring and adjustment of psychiatric medications to ensure optimal effectiveness and safety. Regular 20-25 minute appointments focus on symptom tracking, dosage adjustments, and laboratory monitoring when indicated. Treatment plans integrate medication with psychotherapy for comprehensive care.
Telepsych Services
Secure virtual psychiatric consultations available for residents of California, North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina. Services include diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy delivered through HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms for convenient access to care.
Autism Spectrum Care
Specialized diagnostic and treatment services for individuals across the autism spectrum. Combines developmental assessments with behavioral interventions and medication management to address core symptoms and co-occurring conditions. Treatment plans incorporate family involvement and coordinate with educational support systems.
People
Kevin Spicer
Psychiatrist
Board-certified psychiatrist with expertise in treating children, adolescents, and adults. Completed training at Medical University of South Carolina and Cornell's Payne-Whitney Clinic. Specializes in psychodynamic therapy and developmental disorders while serving as MUSC clinical faculty.
Questions
What types of psychiatric services are available?
We provide diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacology for mood disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, anxiety disorders, and developmental conditions across all age groups.
What should I bring to my initial appointment?
Bring prior neuropsychiatric testing results, psychoeducational records, current medication list, report cards, and contact information for all current treatment providers.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not accept direct insurance payments or Medicare/Medicaid. Patients receive superbills for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Payment is required at time of service through credit card, cash, or check.
Are telepsych services available?
Remote psychiatric care is available for residents of California, North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina through secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms for evaluations and ongoing treatment.
What psychotherapy approaches are used?
We offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, supportive psychotherapy, interpersonal therapy, family therapy, and couples therapy tailored to individual patient needs.
How are treatment plans developed?
Treatment plans emerge from comprehensive 2-4 session evaluations considering medical history, current symptoms, and life circumstances. We collaborate with patients and coordinate care with other professionals to create personalized treatment strategies.
