Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Seattle Psychiatrist for Mental Health & Wellness
Bertrand Wicholas MD is a board-certified psychiatrist in Seattle specializing in treating adolescents and adults with mental health concerns. With over 15 years of clinical experience, including academic appointments at the University of Washington and Seattle Psychoanalytic Society and Institute, the practice combines evidence-based psychotherapies with psychiatric medication management. Services address depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, and LGBTQ+ mental health through individualized treatment plans rooted in collaborative therapeutic relationships.The practice emphasizes early intervention for eating disorders, offering Maudsley Family-Based Therapy for adolescent anorexia, and maintains affiliations with leading professional organizations. Dr. Wicholas' approach prioritizes genuine human connection, transparency, and personalized care tailored to each client's unique needs and values.
Services
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Eating Disorder Therapy
ADHD Assessment
Trauma Counseling
Psychoanalysis
Family Therapy
Medication Management
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
Postpartum Support
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Board-certified psychiatrist with dual certification in the US and Canada
- Specialized expertise in treating eating disorders since 2004
- Offers Maudsley Family-Based Therapy for adolescent anorexia
- Combines psychotherapy with psychiatric medication management
- Affiliated with University of Washington and Seattle Psychoanalytic Society
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Canada
Services
Eating Disorder Treatment
Specialized treatment for anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorders using evidence-based approaches including Maudsley Family-Based Therapy. Combines medical monitoring, counseling, and medication management. Focuses on early intervention and personalized recovery paths for adolescents and adults.
Psychotherapy
Individual, couples, and family therapy addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Utilizes evidence-based modalities tailored to client needs. Emphasizes collaborative therapeutic relationships and skill-building for long-term mental wellness.
Psychiatric Medication Management
Comprehensive evaluation and management of psychiatric medications for mood disorders, ADHD, and other mental health conditions. Integrates pharmacological treatment with psychotherapy when appropriate. Focuses on optimizing medication regimens with regular monitoring.
Psychoanalysis
In-depth psychoanalytic treatment for complex mental health concerns requiring long-term exploration. Addresses deep-seated emotional patterns through weekly sessions. Designed for clients seeking comprehensive understanding of psychological origins.
Trauma Counseling
Specialized treatment for PTSD and trauma-related disorders using evidence-based approaches. Focuses on processing traumatic experiences and developing coping strategies. Incorporates both psychotherapeutic techniques and potential medication support.
People
Bertrand Wicholas MD
Psychiatrist
Board-certified psychiatrist with training from Yale and Cornell. Specializes in eating disorders and psychoanalysis. Holds faculty appointments at University of Washington and Seattle Psychoanalytic Society. Practicing since 2012.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We treat depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, perinatal mental health issues, and LGBTQ+ mental health concerns using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer family therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide family therapy as part of comprehensive treatment plans, particularly for adolescent eating disorder patients using Maudsley Family-Based Therapy.
Are psychiatric medications part of treatment?
Medication management is available as part of integrated treatment plans when clinically appropriate, alongside psychotherapy and counseling services.
Do you accept insurance?
Please contact our office directly for insurance verification and billing information as this detail wasn't specified in the provided text.
What is your approach to eating disorder treatment?
We combine medical monitoring, counseling, and evidence-based therapies like Maudsley Family-Based Therapy for adolescent anorexia, emphasizing early intervention and personalized recovery paths.
