Mental health is fundamental to overall health and productivity. It is the basis for successful contributions to family, community, and society. A mental health problem is a real and disabling condition experienced by 1 in 5 Americans, which, if left untreated, can lead to disability and despair for individuals, families, schools, communities, and the workplace.

At the Institute of Psychiatry and Counseling, our board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. Mercedes A. Paine M.D., has a deep understanding of the complex relationship between emotional and medical illness. With extensive training as both a mental health professional and physician, this expert is uniquely qualified to distinguish between physical and psychological causes of mental health and physical distress.

Dr. Paine can order a full range of medical tests to provide a comprehensive picture of a patient’s physical and mental state, leading to an accurate diagnosis and the development of a personalized, comprehensive treatment plan. Utilizing a wide range of biological, psychotherapeutic, and psychosocial treatments, services are tailored to meet the individual needs of each patient.

Treatment may include medication management and/or specific, research-based modalities of psychotherapy targeted to the diagnosed disorder. She is committed to using the latest clinical interventions and works cohesively as a multidisciplinary team to formulate the plan best suited for your recovery and wellbeing.

Expertise is maintained through consistent participation in professional conferences where current practices and research-based treatments are presented and discussed, ensuring that patients receive the most effective and up-to-date care available.