Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Psychiatrist in Charleston, SC
Harborside Psychiatry, established in 2013, is a private practice dedicated to providing compassionate, non-judgmental psychiatric care in Charleston, SC. Led by Dr. John Ganz, a board-certified psychiatrist with expertise in adult and child psychiatry, we specialize in individualized treatment plans that combine evidence-based medicine with holistic approaches. Our focus on executive-level care addresses conditions such as ADHD, depression, PTSD, and anxiety through medication management, therapy, and lifestyle modifications.With over a decade of experience, we prioritize understanding each patient's unique needs to optimize their mental health and quality of life. Our practice emphasizes transparency, patient education, and long-term wellness over conventional corporate healthcare models.
Services
ADHD Treatment
Depression Management
PTSD Therapy
Anxiety Disorders
Child Psychiatry
Medication Management
Behavioral Activation
Executive Function Coaching
Autism Spectrum Support
Telepsychiatry Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Board-certified psychiatrist with dual expertise in adult and child psychiatry
- Holistic treatment plans combining medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes
- Individualized care prioritizing long-term mental wellness over quick fixes
- Transparent approach rejecting corporate healthcare incentives
- Specialized ADHD management with evidence-based medication protocols
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What people say
Changed my life
Genuinely cares
Great listener
Non-judgmental approach
Effective treatment
Services
ADHD Treatment
Our ADHD treatment combines evidence-based medication protocols with behavioral strategies to address attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. We specialize in personalized stimulant and non-stimulant medication management, tailored to each patient's unique neurochemistry. Our approach includes comprehensive evaluations to differentiate ADHD from similar conditions like anxiety, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Depression Management
We treat depression through a multi-pronged approach combining psychotherapy, medication when appropriate, and behavior activation. Our treatment emphasizes breaking negative feedback loops through structured exercise programs and social engagement strategies. We focus on restoring natural circadian rhythms and addressing underlying biological factors contributing to depressive symptoms.
PTSD Therapy
Our PTSD treatment utilizes exposure therapy techniques within a safe, controlled environment to process traumatic experiences. We help patients develop coping mechanisms to manage intrusive memories while addressing the biological basis of trauma responses. Treatment includes mindfulness practices and nervous system regulation techniques to reduce hypervigilance and emotional dysregulation.
Anxiety Disorders
We specialize in treating anxiety disorders through cognitive-behavioral techniques, breathing exercises, and medication management. Our approach addresses the physiological basis of anxiety while teaching practical coping strategies. We emphasize identifying triggers and developing personalized response protocols to prevent escalation of anxious episodes.
Child Psychiatry
Our child psychiatry services focus on developmental needs through individualized treatment plans that consider family dynamics. We specialize in non-pharmacological interventions where possible while providing careful medication management when necessary. Treatment includes school collaboration and parental guidance to create supportive environments for young patients.
People
John Ganz
Board Certified Psychiatrist
Dr. John Ganz is a board-certified psychiatrist with dual specialization in adult and child psychiatry. He completed his residency at the Medical University of South Carolina and holds licenses in South Carolina and Pennsylvania. With over a decade of experience since 2013, he specializes in holistic mental health treatment.
Questions
What mental health services do you specialize in?
We specialize in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and child psychiatry conditions through personalized treatment plans combining medication management and therapy.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as a self-pay practice but provide documentation for insurance reimbursement. This allows us to prioritize patient needs over insurance company requirements.
What makes your practice different?
Our holistic approach combines medication management with lifestyle modifications and behavioral strategies, avoiding the rushed '5-minute appointment' model common in traditional psychiatry.
How are treatment plans developed?
We create individualized plans through comprehensive evaluations that consider biological, psychological, and social factors affecting each patient's mental health.
What appointment options are available?
We offer 20-minute follow-ups ($200) and 45-minute initial consultations or extended sessions ($300), with new patient wait times typically 2-4 weeks.
Do you offer telehealth services?
While not explicitly mentioned, our practice uses secure online portals for paperwork and communication, suggesting potential telehealth capabilities.
