Depression and anxiety care in Charlotte
- Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, any time, day or night. It’s free and confidential.
- Do not wait for a clinic appointment or application response. In a life-threatening situation, call 911.
Sources: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and NIMH, Depression
If you’ve been feeling down, worried or on edge, you don’t have to wait for a specialist to get help. Our primary care providers in Charlotte talk with you privately, check for physical causes like a thyroid problem, and start treatment that fits you, with follow-ups to see how you’re doing.
- ✓ A private visit with a primary care provider
- ✓ Labs to check for physical causes, such as a thyroid problem
- ✓ Medicine when it fits, adjusted at follow-ups
- ✓ Referral to a therapist or psychiatrist when you need one
- ✓ Two Charlotte clinics, open 7 days a week
- ✓ Male and female providers
Apply online, and we call you within 1 to 2 business days to book your first visit at Steele Creek. Or walk in to either clinic to talk with a provider today.
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Signs of depression and anxiety
Depression
- A sad, anxious or “empty” mood that won’t lift
- Feeling hopeless
- Losing interest or pleasure in things you used to enjoy
- Changes in sleep, energy or appetite
- Thoughts of death or suicide
Major depression typically involves persistent symptoms for at least two weeks, including low mood or loss of interest. You do not need to wait two weeks to seek help, especially if symptoms are distressing or affect daily life.
Source: NIMH, Depression
Anxiety
- Worrying too much about everyday things, and finding it hard to stop
- Feeling restless, irritable or on edge
- Trouble concentrating
- Trouble falling or staying asleep, or feeling tired
- Headaches, muscle aches, stomachaches or tension
- Sweating, feeling lightheaded or out of breath
Source: NIMH, Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Why it’s worth getting help
Depression and anxiety are common, and they’re not a weakness. Without treatment:
- They can affect how you feel, think and handle daily life, including work, school and relationships
- Depression is linked to other health conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes
- Depression is a risk factor for suicidal thoughts and behaviors
Sources: NIMH, Depression and NIMH, Anxiety Disorders
The good news: NIMH says most people with depression benefit from treatment, and with the right treatment and support, people with anxiety can manage it and improve their quality of life.
Your visit: starting with primary care
NIMH says that if you have concerns about your mental health, you can start by talking to a primary care provider. At your visit:
- We listen: your provider asks about your mood, worry, sleep and daily life, and may use short questionnaires.
- We check for physical causes: NIMH says some medicines and medical conditions, such as thyroid disorders, can cause the same symptoms as depression. A physical exam and lab work help rule these out.
- We make a plan with you: treatment that fits your life, and follow-ups to see how it’s working.
Sources: NIMH, Depression and NIMH, Generalized Anxiety Disorder
How we treat depression and anxiety
| Step | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Talk therapy | NIMH says treatment typically involves psychotherapy (talk therapy), medicine, or both. We refer you to a therapist when talk therapy fits. |
| Medicine | If medicine fits, your provider may prescribe an antidepressant, such as an SSRI or SNRI, which NIMH lists for both depression and anxiety. |
| Follow-ups | Antidepressants commonly take 4–8 weeks to improve depression; response varies. Follow-ups check benefits and side effects. Contact your provider promptly for worsening mood or new suicidal thoughts, especially after starting medicine or changing a dose. Do not stop medication without discussing it with your provider. For immediate crisis support, use the resources at the top of this page. |
| Your physical health | Sleep, activity, alcohol, and conditions such as a thyroid problem can all affect your mood, so we look at the whole picture. |
| Specialists | If your symptoms are severe or don’t improve, we’re happy to find you higher-level care with a psychiatrist or another specialist. |
| Controlled medicines | We don’t prescribe or refill long-term controlled medicines, such as benzodiazepines. |
Sources: NIMH, Depression and NIMH, Generalized Anxiety Disorder
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Depression and anxiety care near you in Charlotte
Looking for a doctor for depression or anxiety near you? You can walk in to either clinic to talk with a provider, any day we’re open. Plaza Midwood is a short drive from NoDa, Elizabeth and Uptown. Steele Creek is close to Berewick, Lake Wylie, Fort Mill and Ballantyne.
| Clinic | Close to |
|---|---|
| Steele Creek | Steele Creek, Berewick, Rivergate, Lake Wylie, Fort Mill, Pineville, South Charlotte, Ballantyne and southwest Charlotte |
| Plaza Midwood | Plaza Midwood, NoDa, Elizabeth, Midtown, Uptown, Villa Heights and east Charlotte |
Become a patient for depression and anxiety care
Apply online, and our team calls you within 1 to 2 business days. Your first visit is an annual physical at our Steele Creek clinic, where your provider reviews your history, medicines and labs. After that, follow-ups can be at either clinic, and you can walk in any day we’re open if your symptoms get worse.
Our primary care is for adults. Children and teens should see a pediatrician or a child mental health specialist. If anyone is in crisis, call or text 988.
Insurance
- Copay: paid at your visit.
- Coinsurance: collected at your visit.
- Deductible: if you still owe part of your deductible, we bill your insurance first, then send you a bill for the rest.
Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plans, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana and TRICARE East. We don’t take HMO plans tied to one doctor or hospital system.
Medicare: Original Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.
Check with your insurance plan about your coverage, including for lab tests. HSA and FSA cards are accepted.
Our clinics in Charlotte
| Clinic | What’s here |
|---|---|
| Steele Creek | 2114 Freeman Park Dr, Suite 105, Charlotte, NC 28273. (980) 880-5588. First visits (annual physicals), follow-ups, walk-ins. |
| Plaza Midwood | 2017 Central Ave, Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28205. (704) 731-8656. Follow-ups and walk-ins. |
| Hours (both) | Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm; Saturday and Sunday 9am to 5pm |
Apply to be a patientCome in today
Sources
- NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health): Depression
- NIMH: Generalized Anxiety Disorder: What You Need to Know
- NIMH: Anxiety Disorders
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
This page is general information, not medical advice for your situation. Your provider decides the treatment that fits your health. If you are in crisis, call or text 988, or call 911 in a life-threatening situation.
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