Dr. Dwight Owens, MD

Dr. Dwight Owens, MD

Psychiatrist
1720 Peachtree St NW, Ste 640, Atlanta, GA
Dr. Dwight Owens is a caring and trustworthy psychiatrist in Atlanta, GA. Following his bachelor's degree at Morehouse College, he earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Department of Medicine. He also pursued a forensic psychiatry fellowship at Emory University. Currently, Dr. Owens offers in-person and virtual appointments at Peachstate Psychiatrics Services Inc. and welcomes patients from all communities and backgrounds. Certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, his extensive training allows him to treat and manage various complex mental health issues. Dr. Owens prioritizes his patients' comfort and ensures confidentiality during consultations. He develops treatment plans in collaboration with his patients while keeping their unique mental health needs and preferences at the forefront.
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About Dr. Dwight Owens

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Psychological Testing and Evaluation
Forensic Psychology

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Dwight Owens

Dr. Dwight Owens is a caring and trustworthy psychiatrist in Atlanta, GA. Following his bachelor's degree at Morehouse College, he earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Department of Medicine. He also pursued a forensic psychiatry fellowship at Emory University. Currently, Dr. Owens offers in-person and virtual appointments at Peachstate Psychiatrics Services Inc. and welcomes patients from all communities and backgrounds. Certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, his extensive training allows him to treat and manage various complex mental health issues. Dr. Owens prioritizes his patients' comfort and ensures confidentiality during consultations. He develops treatment plans in collaboration with his patients while keeping their unique mental health needs and preferences at the forefront.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Working with Dr. Owens means partnering with an experienced Atlanta psychiatrist who combines 30+ years of expertise with personalized, evidence-based mental health care. **Your First Visit:** Expect a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation including detailed history and mental status examination. Dr. Owens takes time to understand your unique situation and creates collaborative treatment plans tailored to your needs. **Treatment Approach:** As a board-certified psychiatrist and Emory-trained forensic psychiatry fellow, Dr. Owens provides compassionate, culturally competent care. His approach integrates medication management with therapy for optimal depression treatment, anxiety management, ADHD care, bipolar disorder support, and PTSD treatment. **What Sets Him Apart:** Evidence-based psychiatric care grounded in current research, Master Certified Independent Medical Examiner expertise, and both in-person Atlanta visits and secure telepsychiatry options. Patient education is emphasized throughout your treatment journey. **Treatment Process:** Sessions focus on collaborative decision-making where you're an active participant. Dr. Owens combines medication management with therapeutic approaches like CBT and interpersonal therapy, helping you achieve personal growth in a supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere. **Communication Style:** Professional yet approachable interactions with thorough explanations of conditions and treatments. You'll understand every aspect of your psychiatric care through his patient-centered methodology. **Specialties:** Depression treatment, anxiety disorder support, ADHD assessment, panic attack management, substance abuse treatment, insomnia treatment, and relationship counseling - all focused on long-term wellness and recovery for diverse communities.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Hoarding Disorder
Pain Management Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Hoarding Disorder
Pain Management Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation

Office location

Dr. Dwight Owens, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Peachstate Psychiatrics Servics INC
1720 Peachtree St NW, Ste 640, Atlanta, GA 30309

Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - SUNY Upstate Department of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • Emory University, Fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry
  • Morehouse College (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1518989433

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Dr. Dwight Owens has 2 office locations in Atlanta, view full addresses on Dr. Owens's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Dwight Owens have?

Dr. Dwight Owens is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Dwight Owens?

Dr. Dwight Owens frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Dwight Owens on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Dwight Owens speak?

Dr. Dwight Owens speaks English.

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