Providing compassionate, high-quality psychiatric care in Nevada.
Dr. Blondin is accepting new patients! Appointments are available this week.
I know you are busy. I know you put others first. May I suggest that it’s your turn now?
Welcome! I am glad you’re here.
I’m Heather Blondin, DO.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist.
Have you been concerned about your mental health? Are you experiencing troublesome symptoms like depression, anxiety, poor sleep, or burnout? Have you been putting these issues aside while continuing on with your busy life, hoping they will resolve on their own? Let’s chat!
What drew me to psychiatry is the ability to connect with others. I enjoy getting to know my patients as unique individuals. I believe in spending time with my patients, making you feel heard, and providing a space to reflect on progress made.
I am passionate about creating a safe space for motivated individuals to explore their mental health symptoms and concerns. Together, we can develop a tailored treatment plan that fits your unique goals, experiences, needs, and preferences. As a board-certified psychiatrist, I am able to offer a range of treatment modalities to support your well-being.
Treatment plans may include some or all of the following:
Evaluation and diagnosis of mental health condition(s)
Medication prescription and management
Brief psychotherapeutic interventions
Ongoing supportive psychotherapy
Lifestyle modifications (nutrition, sleep hygiene, movement)
Incorporation of mindfulness practices
Goal-setting and accountability
Referral to other community resources for additional support
Dr. Heather Blondin- Owner of Retreat Psychiatry & Wellness
I believe that:
-Mental health care should be accessible and affordable for everyone.
-People are dynamic and capable of change.
-Being diagnosed with a mental health condition does not make someone “bad“, “lazy”, or “weak.”
-Creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable being yourself is essential in my role as a psychiatrist.
-Taking the time to get to know my patients helps me provide the best possible treatment recommendations.
-Medication is one tool among many for treating mental health conditions, and there are alternative options if you're not interested in medication.
-My role is to educate you about the treatment options I believe could help you, not to "tell you what to do."
-Empowering people to take an active role in their mental health treatment supports lasting change.
Interested in receiving care? Let’s chat!
Start Here:
I believe it is important that we meet each other prior to establishing a patient-physician relationship to determine if we are a good fit for one another.
At the above link, you are also able to add your insurance information to view your estimated co-pays/costs for appointments.
If we mutually decide to begin a treatment relationship, I will direct you on how to schedule your initial psychiatric evaluation appointment.
“Happiness is not a destination, it is a direction.”
Taking the first step toward better mental health can feel daunting, but I am here to guide you. Click the “Schedule Here” button below to see my availability, add your insurance information, and receive estimated co-pays for our appointments.
Isn’t it time that you take care of yourself?
FAQs
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I currently offer appointments via telehealth only.
I have appointments available Mondays-Saturdays. Click the “Check My Availability” button at the top of the page for the most current availability.
If you do not see a time that works for you, reach out and let me see what I can do!
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Currently, appointments are only offered via video on a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. I hope that this will allow you more flexibility to schedule when is convenient for you.
In-person appointments may be available in the future.
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Yes! I am currently in network in Nevada with Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, and Cigna.
I also offer affordable cash-pay rates. Payment must be rendered at the time of service.
I am happy to provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement as an out-of-network provider.
Sliding scale rates may be available - contact me for more information!
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Headway is a platform I use to take care of many of the administrative tasks of running a practice, including billing, appointment reminders, and insurance verification.
This leaves me with much more time to focus on taking care of my patients!
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I diagnose and treat a number of mental health conditions, including (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), social anxiety, seasonal affective disorder, cyclothymia, schizophrenia, substance-use disorders, schizoaffective disorder, ADHD, dermatillomania, trichotillomania, eating/feeding disorders, and personality disorders.
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That's OK! If I think medication could be helpful to treat your symptoms, I will let you know, and we can discuss various options and address any questions or concerns that you might have. Ultimately, it is your decision.
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I hear you! It can be difficult to take that first step for a number of reasons. I offer early-morning, evening, and weekend appointments via telehealth to fit into your busy schedule. I also offer online appointment booking. No need to wait on hold or play phone tag!
Remember, you cannot pour from an empty cup (at least not forever). Let's see how we can get that cup filled back up!
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Generally, no.
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A crisis can be understood as a time when you are a danger to yourself, to others, or unable to care for yourself due to your mental health symptoms. If any of these arise, please call 911, call/text 988, or proceed directly to the nearest emergency room.
Please DO NOT utilize the contact form in an emergency.
Go ahead, reach out!
Questions? Fill out some information and I will be in touch shortly.
Can’t wait to hear from you!
