Women's Behavioral Health Conditions We Treat at UPMC in Central Pa.

Treatment for stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns depends on the specific cause, your symptoms, and the severity of your condition. Depending on your condition, your doctor may recommend one or more treatments, including:

• Medications. Our psychiatrists prescribe medications, including antidepressant and anti-anxiety medications, to treat a full range of psychiatric conditions. We also may recommend hormone replacement, oral contraceptives, and other medications to treat symptoms related to changes in your reproductive hormones.
• Counseling. Our practice offers one-on-one counseling and group therapy to help women discuss and manage stress, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. Our specialists may also recommend, exercise therapy, light therapy, or other alternative options to help you manage your condition.

For more information about the specific conditions we treat see below:

Cancer

Our women’s mental health specialists treat mental health conditions that require care during cancer treatment or develop after a cancer diagnosis.

Infertility

The women’s behavioral health specialists at UPMC in central Pa. provide psychiatric care for women who are experiencing mental health concerns related to infertility.

Perimenopause

Our women’s behavioral health specialists provide treatment for mental health concerns related to perimenopause, which can be caused by changes in hormone levels.

PMS and PMDD

Our women’s mental health specialists provide expert psychiatric care for women who have premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

Pregnancy & Postpartum

The maternity specialists at UPMC in central Pa. are here for you during your pregnancy and postpartum journey. Contact us today regarding our postpartum services.

Pregnancy Loss

Pregnancy loss can cause feelings of depression, stress, and worry. The specialists at UPMC in central Pa. are here for you during your pregnancy loss. Learn more.

Urogynecology

Our women’s behavioral health specialists provide treatment for mental health concerns related to urogynecologic problems, such as incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and interstitial cystitis.