I have been working in psychiatry here in West Michigan for over 22 years. I have most experience and reputation working with individuals struggling with fairly complicated or difficult to treat symptoms connected with my areas of expertise and interest listed below. It is my goal to offer patients evidence-based, effective treatments for severe and difficult to treat symptoms to improve functioning and quality of life.
During an initial consultation, I will review the reasons you are seeking assessment or treatment, review your previous treatment history, personal habits, medical history, family history, social history, and developmental history as well as a brief mental status examination. Based on this information, I will develop and recommend a comprehensive treatment plan that typically includes a discussion of psychopharmacology treatments (psychiatry medications). I work closely with psychotherapists, as most complicated cases benefit from some form of psychotherapy.
Licensure/Certification:
Doctorate of Medical Science, Psychiatry
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Master of Physician Assistant Studies
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
Grand Valley State University
State of Michigan PA medical license, controlled substances license
Federal DEA registration
NCCPA national board certification, NCCPA Certificate of Added Qualification in Psychiatry
Areas of expertise and clinical interest:
Anxiety disorders
Depression
Insomnia
Panic disorders
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Bipolar disorder
PTSD and trauma
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorders
Tourette’s Syndrome
Autism spectrum
Psychotic disorders/ Schizophrenia
Population served:
Age 18 and olderPlease call 616.949.7460 and ask to schedule an appointment with Patrick Handlin.
