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Dr. James S Thompson MD

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

1132 Westfield St West Springfield MA, 01089
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Dr. James Thompson is a psychiatrist practicing in West Springfield, MA. Dr. Thompson is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Thompson diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Thompson 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. Thompson treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

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MaleEnglish 30 years of experience

Dr. James S Thompson MD's Practice location

Practice At 1132 Westfield St

1132 Westfield St -
West Springfield, MA 01089
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