William Griffies, MD – Psychiatrist in Raleigh, NC | Mindpath Health
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About
Dr. Scott Griffies’s interest in the relationship between the brain and body furthered his pursuit of a career in psychiatry. Dr. Griffies provides medication management, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mind-brain-body skills, and psychoeducation. He sees general psychiatric patients and has a special interest in how stress and emotional trauma can be indirectly expressed through physical symptoms. He began his medical career as a surgeon and in addition to certifications in general psychiatry he also has certification in psychosomatics/consult-liaison psychiatry and psychoanalysis. He is passionate not only about treatment with evidence-based psychopharmacology but also helping patients understand themselves.
- Residency – LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans Administration
- Residency – Oakland Naval Hospital
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) – Louisiana State University School of Medicine
- Specialty Boards: Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry – American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
- Specialty Boards: Psychiatry – American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Mood disorders
- Bipolar disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Sleep problems
- Psychiatric consultation
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What patients are saying
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Dr. Griffies is an amazing psychiatrist. I’ve seen him for many years and trust his opinion explicitly. He listens and explains things to me in a manner I understand. I value his input.
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My clinician is the most supportive psychiatrist I’ve ever had. He’s the most compassionate, honest, and direct. He is a great problem solver.
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Dr. Griffies is an amazing person and psychiatrist. He is patient, knowledgeable, and kind. He exhibits compassion and empathy. I’ve seen Dr Griffies for many years and wouldn’t switch to anyone else. He is by far the best psychiatrist.