Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Austin, TX
Based in Austin, Texas, Pondworks Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Psychiatry and Psychotherapy has provided evidence-based mental health care to the greater Austin community since 2004. Our team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and psychotherapists specializes in integrating medication management with psychotherapy to address mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and personality disorders. We prioritize personalized care, focusing on each patient's unique needs through a holistic approach that considers biological, psychological, and social factors. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our partnerships with local teaching institutions, patient advocacy efforts, and ongoing professional development.With over two decades of combined experience, our providers emphasize building therapeutic relationships that foster growth and resilience. We offer both in-person and online services, ensuring accessibility while maintaining strict confidentiality standards. Our practice culture values continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation in outpatient mental health care delivery.
Services
Psychiatry
Psychotherapy
Counseling
Medication Management
Mental Health Services
ADHD Treatment
Anxiety Disorders
Mood Disorders
PTSD Care
Personality Disorders
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We combine evidence-based psychiatry with psychotherapy for comprehensive care
- Our providers have extensive experience treating complex mental health conditions
- We prioritize personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- We maintain strict confidentiality and HIPAA-compliant practices
- Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners
What people say
Personalized care
Professional expertise
Supportive environment
Effective treatment
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Psychiatry
Our psychiatry services provide comprehensive mental health care through medication management and evidence-based treatment. Board-certified psychiatrists evaluate and treat mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and personality disorders. We emphasize understanding each patient's unique needs to develop effective treatment plans that may include medication and psychotherapy.
Psychotherapy
Our psychotherapy services offer weekly sessions focused on emotional growth and mental wellness. Providers use evidence-based approaches to address anxiety, depression, and life transitions. We help patients develop coping strategies and gain insight through therapeutic relationships that prioritize safety, confidentiality, and personalized care.
Medication Management
We provide careful medication evaluation and management for mental health conditions. Our providers monitor treatment effectiveness and side effects while maintaining open communication with patients. Medication plans are developed alongside psychotherapy to address symptoms and support long-term mental wellness through comprehensive care.
Counseling Services
Our counseling services offer supportive, solution-focused therapy for emotional challenges. Providers help patients navigate life transitions, relationship issues, and stress management. We create safe spaces for open discussion while integrating medical expertise to address potential physical health factors affecting mental well-being.
Mental Health Services
We offer comprehensive outpatient mental health services including initial evaluations, ongoing treatment, and crisis management. Our team addresses mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and personality disorders through personalized care plans. Services combine psychiatric expertise with psychotherapeutic approaches to promote lasting mental wellness and resilience.
People
Bernard Kim
Founder
Dr. Bernard Kim is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive psychotherapy training. He founded Pondworks Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Psychiatry and Psychotherapy in 2004 to expand access to integrated mental health care. His practice combines medication management with psychotherapy to address complex mental health needs.
Holly Bellah
Psychotherapist
Holly Bellah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing psychotherapy services. She specializes in evidence-based therapeutic approaches to help patients achieve emotional wellness through personalized treatment plans that consider biological, psychological, and social factors.
Josh Ingleby
Psychiatric Provider
Josh Ingleby is a psychiatric nurse practitioner offering comprehensive mental health care. He specializes in medication management and psychotherapy for mood disorders, anxiety, and ADHD, emphasizing patient education and collaborative treatment planning.
Candyce Willis
Psychiatric Provider
Candyce Willis is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She provides medication management and psychotherapy services, focusing on personalized care for anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and PTSD through evidence-based treatment approaches.
Katharine Conrad
Psychiatric Provider
Katharine Conrad is a psychiatric nurse practitioner offering comprehensive mental health services. She specializes in treating mood disorders and anxiety through medication management combined with psychotherapeutic approaches to promote long-term mental wellness.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychiatry, psychotherapy, counseling, and medication management for mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and personality disorders.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept many commercial insurance plans to make quality mental health care accessible to Austin residents.
Can I see both a psychiatrist and therapist?
Yes, our providers offer integrated care combining medication management with psychotherapy in one session.
Are online appointments available?
Yes, we offer secure online mental health services for patients throughout Texas.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can request an appointment through our website or contact our Austin office directly at 512.371.9555.
What makes Pondworks Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Psychiatry and Psychotherapy different?
We uniquely combine psychiatric expertise with extensive psychotherapy training for comprehensive, personalized mental health care.
