Dr. Maureen Harkavy DO
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
825 Chalkstone Ave Providence RI, 02908About
Dr. Maureen Harkavy is a psychiatrist practicing in Providence, RI. Dr. Harkavy is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Harkavy diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Harkavy 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. Harkavy treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences DO
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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