Pittsboro
Innovative Mental Health Care in Pittsboro, NC
At the North Carolina Institute of Advanced NeuroHealth, we’re dedicated to providing compassionate and innovative mental health care for individuals and families in Pittsboro, NC. We understand that mental health is deeply personal, and no two journeys are the same. That’s why we take a tailored approach to your care, offering treatments that fit your specific needs, challenges, and goals.
Whether you or a loved one is seeking help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other mental health concerns, we’re here to support you with a variety of treatment options. From traditional medication management—where we work closely with you to find the right medications and doses—to the convenience of telepsychiatry, which allows you to receive care from the comfort of your home, we make sure you have access to high-quality care that fits your life.
For those seeking more advanced treatments, we’re proud to offer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato. TMS is a non-invasive treatment that has been highly effective for individuals with depression who haven’t found relief through other methods. Spravato, a nasal spray, is another innovative option for treatment-resistant depression, offering new hope for those who’ve struggled with traditional antidepressants. These cutting-edge therapies can make a profound difference in how you feel and function in your daily life.
At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to providing you with compassionate care. We’re here to listen, support, and guide you through your mental health journey—whether it’s managing daily stress or tackling more complex mental health conditions. You don’t have to go through this alone; we’re with you every step of the way, ensuring that you have the tools and treatments you need to live your life fully and confidently.
The Convenience and Quality of Telepsychiatry
We know that finding the time to prioritize mental health can be difficult with the demands of daily life. To make care more accessible and convenient, we offer telepsychiatry services to residents of Pittsboro and the surrounding areas. Telepsychiatry allows you to meet with a licensed psychiatrist or mental health professional from the comfort of your own home, using secure video conferencing technology.
Telepsychiatry provides the same high standard of care as in-person visits, but with the added convenience of flexibility. Whether you’re managing a busy schedule, have mobility issues, or prefer to avoid long commutes, telepsychiatry makes it easier to fit mental health care into your life. You’ll receive the same personalized care, whether it's for medication management, therapy, or follow-up appointments, without the hassle of traveling to the clinic.
For many, telepsychiatry offers a sense of privacy and ease that can make the process of seeking help less daunting. We are proud to offer this option to ensure that everyone in Pittsboro has access to quality mental health care, regardless of their circumstances.
Innovative Mental Health Treatments: TMS Therapy in Pittsboro
Our compassionate team is dedicated to bringing the most advanced mental health treatments to our community. One effective treatment we use is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive therapy that has been shown to be highly effective for people with depression who have not responded well to traditional treatments like medication or talk therapy.
TMS works by using magnetic pulses to stimulate nerve cells in the brain that are involved in mood regulation. This treatment is particularly effective for those with treatment-resistant depression, offering new hope when other methods haven’t provided relief. The therapy is performed in our office and typically requires multiple sessions over several weeks. TMS is painless and has minimal side effects, making it an appealing option for many individuals.
We are proud to offer TMS therapy in Pittsboro as part of our commitment to providing innovative, evidence-based treatments for our patients. If you’ve struggled with depression and haven’t found relief through other means, TMS could be the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for.
SPRAVATO® for Treatment-Resistant Depression
In addition to TMS, we are excited to offer Spravato® (esketamine), another groundbreaking treatment for treatment-resistant depression. Spravato is an FDA-approved nasal spray that works differently from traditional antidepressants. It targets the NMDA receptors in the brain, helping to restore connections between brain cells and improve mood.
Spravato is used in conjunction with an oral antidepressant and is administered under medical supervision at our Pittsboro clinic. This treatment has shown significant results for individuals who have not experienced improvement with other antidepressants. After receiving Spravato, patients are monitored for a brief period to ensure safety before going home.
Spravato has been a game-changer for many individuals dealing with severe depression, offering new possibilities for relief and recovery. Our team in Pittsboro is highly experienced in administering this treatment and is here to guide you through the process, offering support every step of the way.
Your Mental Health Matters—Book an Appointment Today
Whether you’re seeking medication management, telepsychiatry services, or exploring innovative treatments like TMS and Spravato, we are here to help you take the next step in your mental health journey. At the North Carolina Institute of Advanced NeuroHealth, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to the Pittsboro community.
Don’t wait to get the support you need. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and discover how we can help you or your loved ones achieve better mental health.
Ketamine Treatment AND Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
These two treatments have risen to show their effectiveness over recent years, and literature is showing them to be among the most effective treatments for many psychiatric disorders.
Ketamine has shown itself to be particularly effective with treatment-resistant depression or TRD, post-traumatic-stress-disorder or PTSD, social anxiety, and suicidal ideation. Provided in a series of infusions, or oral or nasal spray, ketamine brings a dramatic difference the first infusion in some, but more often the change is experienced during and after the third, fourth, or fifth infusion.
TMS is a non-medication and non-invasive treatment that requires placement of a magnetic coil over the left dorsolateral prefontal cortex daily for about 20 minutes at a time. This continues daily for about 30-45 days. But you can begin to experience a real difference in 14 days. TMS can be effective in treatment resistant depression and other mood disorders.
MEET OUR EXPERT KETAMINE STAFF
Kellar Lambert has been a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) since 2014, providing safe anesthesia care for individuals in North Carolina for almost a decade. Before returning to school to complete her master’s degree in nursing at the Wake Forest Baptist Health Nurse Anesthesia program, she worked in critical care for over four years, first as a labor and delivery nurse, and then in a cardiothoracic intensive care unit.
Prior to her career switch into nursing, Kellar received graduate degrees in both physiology and education, and worked as a secondary math and science teacher for six years. Kellar is currently working on her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. After observing firsthand the devastating impact that long-term depression can have on patients, she became interested in providing ketamine infusions as an evidence-based therapy to provide relief for individuals suffering from mental health issues.
Kellar Lambert
Carrie Gebhardt is a highly accomplished professional in the field of anesthesia with an impressive educational journey. She obtained her BA from Washington and Jefferson College in 2004, followed by a BSN from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in 2005. Carrie's pursuit of excellence led her to complete her MSN and become a CRNA at Duke University School of Nursing in 2009.
With an illustrious career spanning 14 years, Carrie has excelled as a CRNA, delivering anesthesia for diverse surgical procedures. Her expertise extends to office-based sedation practice, where she spent over 5 years honing her skills. During this time, Carrie discovered a deep affinity for connecting with patients, establishing strong relationships, and fostering an environment where patients eagerly anticipate their visits with her.
Carrie's passion for helping others shines through in her commitment to providing exceptional care and support. Her genuine enthusiasm for her profession is evident, and she looks forward to applying her wealth of experience and expertise to serve and make a difference in the lives of her patients.
Carrie Gebhardt
MEET DR. RESHMI SARANGA
Leads the Ketamine Department
"I’m Dr. Reshmi Saranga, President and Owner of North Carolina Interventional Neurotherapy, and I can help you experience freedom from overwhelming emotions that make your life difficult to enjoy. My heart aches for what you go through, and I’ll show you the same compassionate and attention care I show my own family.
I’m board-certified in adult and geriatric psychiatry. After initial training in India, I completed a four year residency at University of Kansas Medical Center, then completed a fellowship in geriatric psychiatry at Duke University Medical Center.
I’ve served in the capacity of Chief Resident and on the Committee on Residency and Fellowship with the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology.
You need a psychiatrist who has the education, experiences, and expertise to provide the very best, up-to-date, and compassionate treatment. I chose this training path to provide the most insightful care possible for my patients. I also speak three languages to serve my patients more effectively: English, Hindi, and Telugu.
Empathetic and compassionate care are an integral part of our practice, and it’s extended not only to our family and friends but to our patients, most of all.
Learn About Vinay Saranga, M.D., DFAACAP
Leads the TMS Department
Dr. Saranga studied basic sciences from 1998 to 2002 at the Medical Universities of Debrecen in Hungary, and Lublin, Poland. He then followed with Clinical Rotations at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.
In 2009, he completed his psychiatry residency at Wright State University at Boonshoft School of Medicine, in Dayton, Ohio.
Then, during the first six months of 2009, he served as visiting psychiatry resident in the PGY-IV program, which included a research elective in CAP clinics in Kansas City, KS. He followed this with a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, also in Kansas City. After completing this fellowship in 2011, he took a teaching position as Assistant Clinical Professor there for a year.
After 14 years of preparation, Dr. Saranga opened his private practice in 2012, and has served as Medical Director for Easter Seals since 2015.
- 1998-2002 Medical Universities of Debrecen
- 2009 Psychiatry Residency at Wright State University
- 2011 Asst. Clinical Professor; Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- 2012 Started His Own Private Practice
- 2015-Present: Medical Director for Easter Seals
WHY OPEN THE NC INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED NEUROHEALTH?
As Dr. Saranga worked 10 years as a psychiatrist with his patients, he’s been distressed by the
percentage of them who did not respond to traditional antidepressants and anxiolytics. He
researched and scrutinized to find treatments that would bring relief to that segment of his
practice. His determination to find help for these patients eventually led to his opening:
North Carolina Institute of Advanced Neurohealth
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