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The Pisgah Institute is comprised of psychiatrists, doctoral-level psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, certified physician’s assistants, and master’s level clinical mental health counselors who address a full range of mental conditions. We provide consultation, medication management, and individual psychotherapy. We perform psychological and educational testing, stress management, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a new treatment for depression. We provide services for children, adults, and families.
The Pisgah Institute is the largest, most comprehensive behavioral health practice in Western North Carolina. We provide a wide variety of mental-health treatments. The home-like atmosphere of the practice provides a relaxing atmosphere where patients can feel comfortable and cared for.
Welcome, Ross Wiedemann, M.D. & Eliot Steer, Ph.D.!
We are happy to welcome Ross Wiedemann, M.D. & Eliot Steer, Ph.D. to the Pisgah team! Dr. Ross Wiedemann is a board-eligible psychiatrist specializing in general outpatient practice. His main areas of interest include treatment of major depression, anxiety...
Accepting Referrals for Psychological Assessments
The Pisgah Institute is happy to provide a range of psychological assessment services. Diagnostic clarification assessments provide insight into potential diagnoses and help develop effective treatment plans. Testing can clarify if someone may be experiencing: more...
Welcome, Samantha Isakson Lyerly, Ph.D.!
We are happy to welcome Samantha Isakson Lyerly, Ph.D., as a clinician at The Pisgah Institute! Dr. Isakson Lyerly treats children, adolescents, and adults. She began her practice in the public school systems, state hospitals, and residential-treatment programs. She...
Facilitating Forgiveness Group
All of us, at some time or another, have been offended, insulted, demeaned, disappointed, or attacked by someone, which means that we have also likely struggled to forgive that someone. Forgiveness is a lot easier wished for than done, and whatever it is, it is a...
Good Faith Estimate Notice
The No Surprises Act (NSA) requires that health care providers supply an estimate for the expected cost/charges to uninsured or self-pay individuals for services.
• You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.
• You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an appointment.
• If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
• Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.