Psychiatric Services

Comprehensive Psychiatric Care,
Tailored to You

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~90 Minutes

Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation

A thorough DSM-5 screening by a board-certified psychiatrist, resulting in a detailed report and personalized treatment plan.

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60 min Initial · 30 min Follow-up

Medication Management

Expert psychopharmacology — efficacy review, side-effect monitoring, and dosage optimization for stable and complex cases.

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Precision Medicine

Pharmacogenomic Consultation

DNA-guided medication selection — reducing trial-and-error and side effects through the science of precision psychiatry.

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Second Opinion

Second Opinion Consultation

An independent expert review of your diagnosis and treatment plan from a physician trained at Mayo, Johns Hopkins, and Cleveland Clinic.

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Specialized Assessment

Addiction Diagnostic Assessment

Dual board-certified in Addiction Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine, Dr. Camsari provides comprehensive evaluation and actionable treatment plans.

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Dr. Ulas Camsari, MD — Quadruple Board-Certified Psychiatrist
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Dr. Ulas Camsari, MD

Quadruple board-certified psychiatrist bringing the depth of academic medicine to private practice — from residency through department leadership to direct patient care.

Training
Cleveland Clinic · Johns Hopkins · Mayo Clinic
Residency & Fellowships, 2006–2013
Leadership
Chair, Department of Psychiatry
Mayo Clinic Health System, Waycross, GA · 2013–2016
Academic
Assistant Professor
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine · 2014–2020
Current
Founder & Medical Director
Cognitive Works · 2020–Present
Full Biography

What Patients Say

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"By far the best doctor I have ever seen. After decades of treatment for depression and anxiety, I am doing the best I have ever been. He is incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely cares. He follows up whenever he adjusts medication, which is so important. Even though depression is a lifelong illness, he has made my life so much better and more manageable. He really listens."
— L.M.
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"A superior physician, born for this work. Clearly brilliant and still down to earth, compassionate, and objective. I trusted his assessment because he took the time to clearly explain the science behind what I described. He validated my experience and offered additional diagnostic testing and solutions. Highly recommend."
— N.G.
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"Amazing. I have been seeing him for close to two years and my mental health has done a complete 180 since we started. He is extremely knowledgeable about medications and what may work best for your particular situation and needs."
— G.E.
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"Kind, patient, and exceptionally thorough with his questions. He explained his medical reasoning clearly and takes a holistic approach — even coordinating with other specialists to minimize the number of medications. When the session ended, I felt heard, confident, and relieved."
— G.S.
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"One of the most approachable and skilled psychiatrists I have known. He listens and responds with compassion and understanding. I believe he respects my point of view and truly cares. His knowledge and expertise make him a physician I respect and trust."
— D.C.
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"He is the absolute best. He listened patiently when I needed to vent, then made a plan to get me on the right medication. He explains things, does his research, and follows up. He has made my life so much more manageable."
— C.S.
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"When I first found him, I was going through a very difficult time. He was the only doctor who would listen to my problems and went above and beyond to help. I am thankful every day for the care he has provided."
— J.S.
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"An exceptional psychiatrist. After working together for two years, he has been very open-minded and creative with his approach. He is also a great listener, so I always feel heard."
— T.G.
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"Extremely happy with my care. He made changes to my medication regimen that turned my life around. I could not recommend him more highly. He is extremely knowledgeable and could not be more empathetic and kind during our visits."
— G.E.
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"He listens to me and works to determine solutions. He is very knowledgeable about medications and possible side effects, and explains things so I understand what to expect when starting something new. He has helped me feel better and I am so appreciative of his care."
— S.L.
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"Very kind, knowledgeable, and made me feel safe. I was nervous about getting help with my mental health and he put me completely at ease. My absolute favorite doctor."
— K.S.
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"He was the first to correctly diagnose me, which finally enabled me to get the treatment I so desperately needed. The most wonderful doctor."
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"Incredibly thorough, thoughtful, and compassionate from our very first session. He took the time to truly understand my history and concerns. I left feeling heard and hopeful."
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"The first psychiatrist who truly made me feel heard. He was so helpful, took his time, explained everything, and answered every question. I look forward to future visits."
— N.P.
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"An amazing doctor who genuinely cares about his patients. He is incredibly smart, kind, and responsive, and I feel very fortunate to have him as my physician."
— P.P.
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"I have been to many doctors and always felt indifferent toward the process, but I am extremely happy I found him. He was very nice and easy to talk to, took his time, and presented me with my options. The first doctor who ever asked how I felt about my course of treatment. Overall a great experience."
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"A wonderful listener who does not judge. You can tell he cares about each patient individually. If you are looking for a good psychiatrist, look no further."
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"Very kind and caring doctor who listens. Takes the time to explain the treatment plan. The best experience I have had with a psychiatrist."
— Initials Hidden
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"He gave me hope, and he truly listens and cares. He took his time to sit with me and gave me insight. This doctor honestly and truly cares."
— C.J.
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"I have been trying to find a good psychiatrist for years and I finally did. He is beyond knowledgeable and explains things so clearly. Highly recommend."
— Initials Hidden
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"Excellent. We went over my history and he was extremely knowledgeable, providing a lot of insight about my previous and current treatment. He has me in good hands."
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"Professional, knowledgeable, and kind. He addressed all of my concerns respectfully, and we made a plan for next steps together. Cannot recommend him enough."
— A.C.
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"Very personable, which put me at ease from the start. He clearly explained my options and heard my concerns. I felt comfortable with his recommendation and would not hesitate to refer others."
— C.D.
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"I wish I had seen him sooner. He wanted to get the complete picture of my mental health rather than just a series of questions and answers."
— Initials Hidden
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"Compassionate and extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to educate me about my condition and treatment options, which made me feel more confident and informed."
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"A great listener with a comforting demeanor. After talking with him, he reassured me that things would work out — and even on the first meeting, I believed him."
— D.L.
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"Extremely professional and knowledgeable. He asked focused questions, provided a detailed analysis of my situation, and presented clear solutions. Very honest about what his care could provide."
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"Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to from the start. He breaks things down so you can understand, and always has a thorough answer. Friendly, kind, warm — I felt comfortable immediately."
— S.M.
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"A truly engaged listener who asks relevant, in-depth questions to make a proper evaluation and diagnosis. Easy to talk to about everything. Highly recommend."
— L.M.
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"He was great. He was able to understand and explain things that other psychiatrists I have seen did not."
— Initials Hidden
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"I felt very safe with him — compassionate, intelligent, and great at listening."
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"He was very friendly and easy to talk to. He took the time to properly understand my case and was very thorough."
— P.P.
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"Friendly, open, and easy to talk to. He wanted to understand my unique circumstances and find the right path forward. I would recommend him."
— N.G.
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"A great and empathetic listener who asked many questions to understand the situation and provided constructive feedback while explaining why he suggests a specific route of action."
— P.A.
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"Very professional, kind, friendly, and so very nice. He listened to me and heard me. I strongly recommend him."
— Initials Hidden
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"I felt listened to. He took the time to answer all of my questions and was very patient."
— Initials Hidden
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"The first psychiatrist I have ever been to, and I look forward to future sessions. He is kind and puts you at ease."
— Initials Hidden
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"Very knowledgeable and compassionate. I look forward to my next visit."
— Initials Hidden
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"He was great with me — very kind, helpful, and answered all of my questions. I went for a second opinion and I am glad I did."
— Initials Hidden
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"So nice and has such great knowledge. I feel comfortable talking with him and I trust his judgment."
— C.D.
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"Very easy to talk to and listened to everything I had to say."
— E.S.
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"So nice and very easy to talk to. The entire appointment felt genuine and caring."
— S.S.
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"He seemed to genuinely care about me and my concerns, and offered helpful suggestions for my problems."
— C.M.
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"Very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain diagnosis and treatment. Excellent doctor."
— R.M.
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"Calm, kind, thorough. He listened and explained things well."
— K.S.
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"My experience makes me feel like there is hope. Thank you."
— C.J.
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"The best psychiatrist I have seen."
— Initials Hidden
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"Great first appointment. Very thorough and thoughtful."
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"Very friendly and attentive."
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"Very thorough, very nice, and very personable."
— Initials Hidden
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"Very thorough and pleasant to talk to."
— S.G.
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"Very genuine and cares about your well-being."
— Initials Hidden
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"Very kind, patient, and thorough."
— Initials Hidden
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"Great doctor to talk to."
— Initials Hidden
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"Great experience. Very informative and thorough."
— C.K.
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"A wonderful and helpful doctor. Truly a blessing — he has helped me so much."
— M.B.
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"Even better than expected."
— N.S.
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"Very pleased with the doctor's attention to detail."
— R.J.
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"Highly recommend."
— J.S.
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"It was great."
— C.G.
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"Knowledgeable doctor."
— P.S.
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"Very thorough and knowledgeable."
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The Four Perspectives Approach

Cognitive Works's approach is rooted in the Four Perspectives model — a sophisticated framework originated at Johns Hopkins Psychiatry and recognized as a refined alternative to the conventional biopsychosocial model. This approach examines the human mind through four distinct yet cooperative lenses, each of which can be objectively evaluated and independently monitored: the Disease perspective (what a person has), the Behavioral perspective (what a person does), the Dimensional perspective (who a person is), and the Life Story perspective (what a person encounters). The result is a precise, multi-dimensional understanding of each patient — and a foundation for seamless, harmonious collaboration between psychiatrist and psychotherapist.

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Psychiatric Care
From Anywhere

Connect with expert staff via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth — the same expertise and personalized attention, from wherever you are.

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