Psychiatric Research Institute – Northwest

As a clinical branch of the UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute, our clinic offers behavioral health care to patients 18 and up in Northwest Arkansas.

Options for Major Depressive Disorders

For some people, depression can be managed with oral antidepressants alone. But for people with treatment-resistant depression or major depressive disorder with suicidal thoughts or actions, there are additional treatment options. Our clinic is certified to offer Spravato nasal spray treatment for those who qualify.

Trauma-Informed Care

Our team is trained in trauma-informed awareness. We desire to have a whole picture of a patient’s life situation so that we can provide care that is focused on healing. Trauma can have a widespread impact on a person’s life, but there are paths to recovery.

Cultural Sensitivity

Cultural sensitivity is a priority at the Psychiatry Clinic. For patients who communicate in languages other than English or who are hearing impaired, there are interpreters available 24/7. This includes in-person, teleconference, or phone interpreting. We also have intake paperwork translated into Spanish and can accommodate other languages upon request.

The Psychiatry Clinic is a self-referral clinic for patients 18 and up. Although UAMS does not require a referral for this clinic, some insurance providers require a referral for specialty care. Please check with your insurance provider prior to requesting an appointment.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

For your first appointment, please bring a photo ID and your insurance card along with a list of any medications you’re taking, including over-the-counter medications. You should also bring any medical records you can provide, including slides or test results from other clinics.

For future appointments, please provide updated medical and insurance information.