Business Details
Mental Health Care in Oakdale, MN
At Better Outlook, we are committed to delivering integrative, comprehensive, and holistic mental health care tailored to the unique needs of children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our team of experienced psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, and counselors combines evidence-based practices with patient-centered care, offering psychiatric assessments, medication management, and psychotherapy both in-office and through telehealth platforms. We prioritize professionalism, active listening, and respect, ensuring that each client's preferences and values guide clinical decisions. Our services extend to treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, substance use disorders, and more.We are dedicated to fostering mental wellness through non-pharmacological referrals, such as yoga and acupuncture, and provide medical cannabis certification for qualifying patients. By emphasizing teamwork and inclusivity, we create a safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ communities and refugees. Our mission is to empower clients to achieve their full potential and contribute meaningfully to their communities, ensuring accessible care through flexible appointment options and telepsychiatry services.
Services
Psychotherapy
Medication Management
Telepsychiatry
Medical Cannabis Certification
Mental Health Assessments
Highlights and features
- We offer integrative, comprehensive, and holistic mental health care.
- Our team includes experienced psychiatrists, therapists, and counselors.
- We provide accessible care through telepsychiatry and weekend appointments.
- We prioritize patient-centered care with non-pharmacological treatment options.
- We serve diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals and refugees.
Services
Psychotherapy
Our psychotherapy practitioners provide a foundation of trust for personal growth, offering individual, group, couples, and family therapy. We specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, and emotion-focused approaches for conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship issues. Our gender-inclusive services cater to diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, ensuring tailored care that matches each client's therapeutic needs.
Medication Management
We offer evidence-based medication management for mental health conditions such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. Our providers prioritize education on medication effects and collaborate with primary care providers to prevent polypharmacy. Using tools like Genesight testing, we tailor prescriptions to individual genetic profiles, ensuring safe and effective treatment plans for patients aged 6 and above.
Telepsychiatry
Telepsychiatry services provide accessible mental health care via secure online platforms. After an initial in-person assessment, patients can schedule virtual appointments using smartphones or computers. This option ensures continuity of care for residents across Minnesota, including those in St. Cloud, Brainerd, and the Twin Cities, with no additional fees for telehealth visits or training.
Medical Cannabis Certification
We offer medical cannabis certification for qualifying conditions under Minnesota's Department of Health guidelines. Patients must undergo a diagnostic assessment and engage in concurrent psychiatry and psychotherapy services. Certification requires adherence to state regulations, including obtaining cannabis from licensed dispensaries. This service is available to new or existing patients seeking alternative treatment options for mental health conditions.
Mental Health Assessments
We conduct comprehensive psychiatric and diagnostic assessments to identify mental health conditions such as personality disorders, eating disorders, and PTSD. Our evaluations include psychological testing and collaboration with patients to develop personalized treatment plans. These assessments serve as the foundation for medication management, psychotherapy, or specialized interventions tailored to each individual's needs.
People
Dr. Elvis Starllone
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Elvis Starllone, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, brings expertise in treating complex mental health conditions. With a background in psychiatry and behavioral health, he specializes in medication management and diagnostic assessments, ensuring evidence-based care for patients across the lifespan.
April Stone
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
April Stone focuses on patient-centered care, integrating therapeutic approaches with pharmacological treatments. Her experience spans treating mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and substance use disorders, ensuring comprehensive care for children, adolescents, and adults.
Michael Cain
Licensed Alcohol Drug Counselor
Michael Cain specializes in addiction treatment and recovery support. As a licensed professional clinical counselor, he provides individual and group therapies for substance use disorders, combining behavioral interventions with holistic strategies to promote long-term wellness.
Edward George
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Edward George delivers psychiatric care with a focus on medication management and diagnostic evaluations. His practice emphasizes collaboration with patients to address conditions like depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia, ensuring personalized treatment plans aligned with individual needs.
Pandora Prowd
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Pandora Prowd specializes in holistic psychiatric care, integrating non-pharmacological approaches with traditional treatments. Her expertise includes treating trauma, mood disorders, and behavioral health conditions, ensuring compassionate care for diverse patient populations.
Questions
What services does Better Outlook offer?
Better Outlook offers psychiatric assessments, medication management, psychotherapy, telepsychiatry, and medical cannabis certification for patients aged 6 and older.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Appointments can be made by phone at 651-410-7955, via our website, or through confidential fax at 651-705-8158.
Do you provide telehealth services?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-compliant telepsychiatry services across Minnesota after an initial in-person assessment.
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, eating disorders, and more for children, adults, and seniors.
Are your services inclusive for LGBTQ+ individuals?
Yes, we provide gender-inclusive care and specialize in serving the LGBTQ+ community with culturally competent therapy and psychiatry.
Can I get medical cannabis certification?
We offer medical cannabis certification for qualifying conditions under Minnesota's Department of Health, requiring a diagnostic assessment and ongoing psychotherapy.
