Dr. Maria Andy Scarbrough M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
2500 N State St Jackson MS, 39216About
Dr. Maria Scarbrough is a psychiatrist practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Scarbrough is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Scarbrough diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Scarbrough may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Scarbrough treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Univ of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms 1990
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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