Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
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Compassionate Psychiatry & Mental Health Services in Blue Ash
Established in 1983, Melvin S Gale MD & Associates has dedicated over four decades to providing comprehensive mental health care. Our team of psychiatrists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and social workers collaborates to deliver personalized treatment plans combining psychotherapy, counseling, and psychiatric medications. Specializing in adult and geriatric mental health, we address conditions ranging from depression and anxiety to complex disorders like schizophrenia and treatment-resistant depression.With board-certified professionals and innovative therapies such as Spravato treatment, we prioritize patient-centered care and evidence-based practices. Our extended office hours and on-call services ensure accessibility for urgent needs, while our multidisciplinary approach fosters holistic wellness. Recognized for excellence, including the 2019 Exemplary Psychiatrist award from NAMI, we remain committed to advancing mental health care in Southwest Ohio.
Services
Psychiatry Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Counseling
Psychiatric Medications
Spravato Treatment
MAOI Therapy
Virtual Appointments
Patient Portal Access
Social Work Support
Geriatric Mental Health Care
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in psychiatry since 1983.
- Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists and mental health professionals.
- We offer specialized Spravato treatment for treatment-resistant depression.
- 24/7 on-call service for urgent mental health needs.
- Accepted by most public and private insurance plans.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- American Nurses Credentialing Center
Services
Psychiatry Services
Our psychiatry services provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for mental health conditions. Board-certified professionals use evidence-based practices to address depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Patients receive personalized care plans combining medication management with therapeutic interventions.
Spravato Treatment
Spravato (esketamine) nasal spray treats treatment-resistant depression under medical supervision. Patients receive twice-weekly doses in-office, with monitoring for two hours post-administration. This innovative therapy offers rapid symptom relief for severe depression cases unresponsive to traditional medications.
Individual Psychotherapy
One-on-one psychotherapy sessions address emotional and psychological challenges. Therapists employ cognitive-behavioral techniques to treat anxiety, trauma, and mood disorders. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and improving mental wellness through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Geriatric Mental Health Care
Specialized mental health care for older adults addresses age-related conditions like dementia and late-life depression. Our team combines medication management with therapy to improve quality of life for seniors experiencing cognitive or emotional challenges.
Virtual Appointments
Secure virtual appointments offer convenient mental health care from home. Patients connect with providers via encrypted video platforms for therapy sessions and medication management, maintaining continuity of care through technology-enabled remote consultations.
People
Melvin S. Gale
Psychiatrist
Board-certified psychiatrist with 40+ years experience. Recipient of NAMI's 2019 Exemplary Psychiatrist award. Specializes in adult and geriatric mental health care.
Lauren Blevins
Physician Assistant
PA-C specializing in mental health with focus on PTSD treatments. Graduated from University of Mount Union with masters in physician assistant studies.
Regina L. Engel
Nurse Practitioner
Psychiatric nurse practitioner certified by ANCC. 20+ years experience in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care. Joined practice in 2012.
Edward Wantuck
Social Worker
Licensed social worker with expertise in geriatric mental health. Provides therapy for adults and elderly patients with complex diagnostic issues since 2002.
Amanda Rahn Kalfas
Psychiatric PA
CAQ-Psych certified physician assistant with decade of psychiatric experience. Specializes in chemical dependency treatment and community mental health services.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychiatry, individual psychotherapy, medication management, Spravato treatment for depression, geriatric mental health care, and virtual telehealth appointments.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept most public and private insurance plans for mental health services.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call (513) 241-1811 during office hours (7:30 AM - 6 PM Mon-Fri) or request virtual visits through our patient portal.
What is Spravato treatment?
Spravato is an FDA-approved nasal spray for treatment-resistant depression administered in-office with two-hour post-dose monitoring for safety.
Are emergency services available?
For mental health emergencies, call 911. We offer after-hours on-call service for urgent patient needs.
How does telehealth work?
Virtual appointments use secure video platforms. Patients receive appointment links via email to connect with providers remotely for therapy and consultations.
