Psychiatry

Compassionate care and individualized treatment options—from medications to therapy—from our team of behavioral and mental health specialists to help you live a full and productive life.

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Our Academic Department of Psychiatry

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With expert help and support, you can achieve and maintain good, balanced mental health.

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Iowa is renowned for its expertise in caring for individuals suffering from major mental illness. Our multidisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, occupational and recreational therapists, and social workers who are dedicated to helping patients reach their potential and lead happy, productive lives.

From inpatient to outpatient, we provide comprehensive care to children, adolescents, adults and older adults in a safe, comfortable, and confidential setting.

Learn more about our additional services:

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a type of physical procedure in which convulsive seizures are electrically induced under general anesthesia. It is considered one of the safest procedures done under general anesthesia. Typically, a series of such treatments done once every few days is used to treat certain psychiatric or medical conditions when several other kinds of treatments have failed or the clinical situation is very urgent and unsafe.

Psychology

Our psychologists are skilled in evaluating and diagnosing a wide range of mental health conditions and offer many different, scientifically supported treatment options. We will work with you to personalize a treatment plan that may include individual or group therapy, skills groups, inpatient treatment, or we will connect you with resources offered in your community.

Eating Disorder Program

At UI Health Care, we understand that seeking treatment for an eating disorder can be overwhelming. The Eating Disorder Treatment team will work with you to determine which level of care is best for you.

Huntington’s Disease

UI Health Care offers complete care for Huntington’s disease, with services ranging from genetic testing and physical therapy to psychiatry and clinical trials.

Psychotic Disorders

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Iowa has a long and rich tradition in both research and treatment of psychotic disorders. It was one of the earliest departments to staunchly advocate that these disorders were a biological illness of the brain, helping to turn the tide of stigma that so often complicated an already challenging situation.

Addiction Medicine

University of Iowa Health Care is dedicated to offering care and hope to all people with addiction issues, meeting the special needs of dual diagnosis patients, and providing resources to other clinical departments, the general university community, and the state of Iowa.

Wellness, Prevention and Intervention Services

Women's Wellness and Counseling Service

We provide specialized psychotherapy and medication management services to birthing persons and their partners.

Family Medicine Psychiatry

The Family Medicine-Psychiatry Clinic provides psychiatric care for patients by providers who are trained in both psychiatry and family medicine.

Why Choose Us?

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Iowa offers the most comprehensive mental health services in the state. Skilled psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, occupational and recreational therapists, and social workers comprise multidisciplinary teams that provide state-of-the-art care for patients.

The department was the first psychiatric department to be established west of the Mississippi River.
The department is made up of more than 80 full-time faculty members who provide national and international leadership on a range of psychiatric disorders and disciplines.
The department is ranked #19 in National Institutes of Health (NIH) research funding, has over 65 research initiatives in progress, and publishes over 150 scientific papers annually.
The department pioneered the use of brain imaging technology to better understand the physiological changes that surround psychiatric disorders.

Academics and Research

The Department of Psychiatry is committed to transforming the understanding, prevention, detection, and treatment of major mental illness through its extensive research and educational initiatives.