Psychiatrist for Anxiety in Wesley Chapel, FL
When worry, panic, or constant tension start running your days, an anxiety psychiatrist can give you a clear diagnosis and a plan that fits your life. Dr. Khaled Bowarshi, MD, a dual board-certified psychiatrist, sees every patient himself at the Florida TMS Clinic office in Wesley Chapel. He provides in-person evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for adults with anxiety across Pasco County, including Lutz, Land O' Lakes, and Zephyrhills.
- In-person anxiety evaluation and diagnosis with a medical doctor
- Medication management tailored to anxiety, with regular follow-up
- Coordination with your therapist or counselor
Now welcoming new adult patients in Wesley Chapel.
Talk to our Wesley Chapel team today. Call now or request an appointment online.
When to See a Psychiatrist for Anxiety
Some worry is a normal part of life. It becomes a medical problem when it lasts for weeks, feels hard to control, and starts shaping your choices. About 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. has an anxiety disorder in a given year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. It may be time to see a psychiatrist if you notice:
- Worry that is hard to control and shows up most days
- Panic attacks with a racing heart, shortness of breath, or dizziness
- Trouble falling or staying asleep because your mind will not slow down
- Avoiding work tasks, driving, social events, or crowded places
- Muscle tension, headaches, or stomach problems with no clear medical cause
- Anxiety medication from your primary care doctor that has not helped enough
Many adults reach a psychiatrist after a long road. Some tried a medication that did not help or caused side effects. Others waited months for an appointment, then saw a different provider at each visit. Some were told it was just stress. A psychiatrist looks at the full picture and gives you a diagnosis and a plan you understand.
Recognize these signs?
Call (813) 867-2378 to schedule an anxiety evaluation.
Anxiety Care From a Board-Certified MD at Every Visit
At our office you see Dr. Bowarshi himself, from your first evaluation to every follow-up. He trained in both internal medicine and psychiatry, which helps when anxiety comes with physical symptoms like a racing heart, stomach problems, or poor sleep. He has more than ten years of clinical experience focused on depression and anxiety. Read his full training and credentials.
See a psychiatrist, not a rotating provider. Book your first visit with Dr. Bowarshi.
Anxiety Conditions Dr. Bowarshi Treats
Anxiety looks different from person to person. These are the patterns Dr. Bowarshi sees most often in adults from Wesley Chapel and North Tampa.
Generalized Anxiety
Constant worry about work, health, money, or family that is hard to switch off. Treatment lowers that baseline so everyday decisions feel manageable again.
Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder
Sudden waves of fear with a pounding heart, chest tightness, or shortness of breath. Treatment reduces how often attacks happen and the fear of the next one.
Social Anxiety
Intense worry about being judged that makes meetings, phone calls, or social events hard to face. A clear plan helps you return to the situations you have been avoiding.
Anxiety With Depression
Anxiety and low mood often show up together, and each can make the other harder to treat. Learn more about seeing a psychiatrist for depression at our office.
Not sure which one describes you? You do not need a diagnosis to call. Our team will help you book an evaluation at (813) 867-2378.
Psychiatrist-Led Anxiety Treatment: Evaluation, Medication, and Therapy Coordination
Every plan starts with a careful evaluation and continues with steady follow-up from the same doctor. Here is how anxiety care works with Dr. Bowarshi.
1. A full psychiatric evaluation
Dr. Bowarshi reviews your symptoms, sleep, health history, current medications, and what you have already tried. Some medical conditions, such as thyroid problems, can look like anxiety, so he considers those too.
2. A clear diagnosis and plan
You get a plain-language explanation of what is going on and the options available. You decide together which path to start with.
3. Medication management
When medication is the right fit, Dr. Bowarshi prescribes it, tracks benefits and side effects, and adjusts the plan at each follow-up. See how psychiatric medication management works at our office.
4. Therapy coordination
Many people do best when medication is combined with talk therapy. If you already have a therapist, Dr. Bowarshi coordinates with them. If you do not, our team can help you find one.
The first step is an evaluation. Call (813) 867-2378 to book yours.
Primary Care Doctor, Therapist, or Psychiatrist: Who Should Treat Your Anxiety?
Each type of provider plays a different role in anxiety care. Use this comparison to decide where to start.
Primary care doctor
- Main focus: your overall health, with mental health as one part of it
- Can prescribe medication: yes, usually first-line options
- Talk therapy: no
- Best fit when: anxiety is mild and recent
Therapist or counselor
- Main focus: talk therapy to change thought patterns and build coping skills
- Can prescribe medication: no
- Talk therapy: yes, it is the core of their work
- Best fit when: you want skills and support, with or without medication
Psychiatrist (MD)
- Main focus: diagnosis and medical treatment of mental health conditions
- Can prescribe medication: yes, including complex or combined plans
- Talk therapy: coordinates with your therapist
- Best fit when: anxiety is moderate to severe, medication has not helped, or anxiety comes with depression
Does the psychiatrist option sound like you? Book an evaluation with Dr. Bowarshi at (813) 867-2378.
Insurance Accepted for Anxiety Treatment in Wesley Chapel
Dr. Bowarshi accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare, Tricare, United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, and Humana. Military families can visit our Tricare psychiatrist page. Our team checks your coverage before your first visit, so you know what to expect.
Not sure about your plan? Call (813) 867-2378 and we will check your coverage.
When Anxiety Treatment Has Not Worked
Many adults with anxiety improve with the right medication and therapy. When anxiety comes with depression and several medications have not helped, Dr. Bowarshi can discuss two advanced options offered in the same practice.
TMS Therapy
TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas linked to mood. It is FDA-cleared for depression, and some TMS systems are also cleared to reduce anxiety symptoms that occur with depression. Learn more about TMS for anxiety.
SPRAVATO® (Esketamine) Nasal Spray
SPRAVATO® is an FDA-approved nasal spray for adults with treatment-resistant depression, given under supervision in our REMS-certified office. Read about esketamine for anxiety when it occurs with depression.
Ask Dr. Bowarshi whether an advanced option fits your plan.
Call (813) 867-2378.
Areas We Serve Across North Tampa
Anxiety care works best with regular follow-up, so a nearby office matters. Our Tanic Drive office serves adults across Wesley Chapel, including Seven Oaks, Meadow Pointe, Union Park, and Chapel Pines, plus Lutz, Land O' Lakes, Zephyrhills, and New Tampa communities like Tampa Palms and Hunters Green. Learn more about our psychiatrist in Wesley Chapel services.
- Wesley Chapel
- Lutz
- Land O' Lakes
- Zephyrhills
- Quail Hollow
- New Tampa
- Tampa Palms
- Pebble Creek
- Cross Creek
- Union Park
- Lexington Oaks
- Hunters Green
- Heritage Isles
- Live Oak Preserve
- Oakstead
- Seven Oaks
- Saddlebrook
- Chapel Pines
- Meadow Pointe
Dr. Khaled Bowarshi - Psychiatry - Wesley Chapel
26843 Tanic Dr, Suite 101
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
(813) 867-2378
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Coming from Lutz, Land O' Lakes, or New Tampa?
Get directions to our Wesley Chapel office.
Questions About Seeing a Psychiatrist for Anxiety
Should I see a psychiatrist or a therapist for anxiety?
It depends on how much anxiety affects your life. A therapist helps you build coping skills through talk therapy. A psychiatrist diagnoses anxiety and can prescribe and adjust medication. Many people do best with both, and Dr. Bowarshi coordinates with your therapist.
How long does anxiety medication take to work?
Many common anxiety medications take several weeks to reach their full effect. Dr. Bowarshi schedules follow-up visits during that time to check your progress and adjust the plan if needed.
Will I have to take medication forever?
Not necessarily. Some people take medication for a set period while they build skills in therapy, and others benefit from longer treatment. Dr. Bowarshi reviews this with you at each follow-up, and you are part of every decision.
Can anxiety and depression be treated at the same time?
Yes. They often occur together, and one plan can address both. Dr. Bowarshi focuses his practice on depression and anxiety in adults.
Is TMS used for anxiety?
TMS is FDA-cleared for depression, and some TMS systems are also cleared to reduce anxiety symptoms that occur with depression. Dr. Bowarshi can tell you whether it fits your situation.
Where will I see Dr. Bowarshi?
Appointments take place in person at our office at 26843 Tanic Dr, Suite 101, in Wesley Chapel.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, and a list of your current medications and doses. Notes on past treatments and what did or did not help are useful too.
Still have questions? Call (813) 867-2378 or send us a request below.
Book an Anxiety Appointment in Wesley Chapel
Call (813) 867-2378 or fill out the form below. Our team will call you back during office hours to schedule your evaluation, check your insurance, and answer your questions. You can also schedule an appointment online.
This office does not provide emergency or crisis care. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 at any time, or call 911.
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