Mississippi Psychiatry & Wellness

03/30/2026

Thank you so much The Source by BankPlus — we so appreciate the recognition of our very own Dr. Patel for National Doctor’s Day! 👩🏻‍⚕️

Celebrating National Doctor’s Day with gratitude for physicians like Dr. Avani Patel who show up with both expertise and empathy. We’re so grateful for the impact she and others make every day.

03/24/2026

Treating the high-functioning mind requires more than symptom management—it demands precision, trust, and a deep understanding of performance under pressure. We are so excited to have our very own Dr. Avani K. Patel, MD, MHA speak at the upcoming Mississippi Psychiatric Association & Tennessee Psychiatric Association meeting on “Treating the High-Functioning Mind: Sports Psychiatry, Performance Mental Health, & Concierge Care.”

From athletes to high-achieving professionals, many individuals operate at exceptional levels while silently navigating stress, burnout, substance use, and identity challenges. This talk explores how we can meet them where they are—integrating performance-focused frameworks with personalized, concierge-level care. Because high performance shouldn’t come at the cost of mental health—and the standard of care should rise to meet the standard of the patient. Looking forward to connecting, learning, and advancing the conversation around cultivating mental wellness in the modern south!

03/19/2026

Our very own, Dr. Avani K. Patel, interviewed for this article 👩🏻‍⚕️ such a trendy & interesting topic socially — sharing a few teasers from the article…“Over time, birth order theory became popular in cultural psychology and parenting literature, though its scientific standing has been debated for decades,” Dr. Patel says. “Outcomes depend far more on parenting quality, peer exposure, and social opportunities,” Patel adds. Patel notes that early family roles do not determine your full adult potential or psychological health. “From a psychiatric standpoint, emphasizing plasticity, resilience, and agency is far more evidence-based — and far more empowering — than relying on birth order explanations,” she says. Read the full article here on Everyday Health:

Birth order theory is a concept in family dynamics psychology that posits sibling position may influence personality traits. Here's what the evidence says.

03/12/2026

Take a peek at this article our very own Dr. Avani K. Patel interviewed for👩🏻‍⚕️ such an important topic since alcohol has become a huge part of social culture — sharing a teaser…“Studies show that reducing heavy drinking improves sleep quality, which in turn can enhance daytime energy levels and overall functioning,” says Avani K. Patel, MD, a clinical psychiatrist at Mississippi Psychiatry & Wellness in Jackson, Mississippi. In one study, people reported improvements in sleep after cutting alcohol for only one month.” Read the full article here on Everyday Health:

Discover alcohol-free benefits including better mental health, improved relationships, reduced cardiovascular risk, and greater digestive health.

03/06/2026

TOMORROW Saturday March 7, at 8:30am CST - 12:15pm CST is the 3rd and final Winter 2026 WPLA (Women Physicians Leadership Academy) webinar focused on the topic of “The Importance of Networking” which happens to be our very own Dr. Patel’s topic — this is a FREE CME Opportunity! So exciting & will be informative!

Be sure to REGISTER for this last Winter 2026 session (registration is FREE, but recommended in order to access post-meeting handouts & enduring materials), and join the virtual community to discuss this important leadership development topic. Even if you cannot participate “live”, register to gain access to the meeting materials. See you then!

Register Here: https://mssny.zoom.us/meeting/register/D0pWdUXdTzWWb0cD6na8xg #/registration

02/07/2026

We are so appreciative of our very own Dr. Avani Patel who always volunteers her time to serve as Doctor of the Day providing onsite medical care at the Mississippi Capitol — she’s a proud Mississippi Delegate to the American Medical Association!

01/27/2026

Such a timely news video clip & article featuring our very own Dr. Avani Patel covered by Matt Lawfer in Plattsburgh, NY titled “Combating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)” — so appreciative this important topic is being highlighted…sharing a snippet here: “This time of year is tough for those who suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression affecting millions of Americans. Our region sees very little sunshine during the winter, which plays a big role in SAD, as board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. Avani Patel explains. Dr. Patel said one unique method she shares with all of her patients is a daily routine of affirmation and gratitude. ‘I recommend starting your day with an affirmation, and starting your day with at least one topic of gratitude that you may have,’ said Patel. ‘That makes a difference because you’re setting the tone. What you’re doing is you’re creating a little bit of a serotonin boost, if you will.’” Link to article & news clip: https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/news/combating-seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Mississippi Psychiatry & Wellness ✨ We hope 2026 brings you happiness, good health (mental + physical) & prosperity. This is a great time of year to capitalize on feelings of optimism & hitting the “reset” button. Let us help you take the next step in your mental health wellness journey 👩🏻‍⚕️

How can Mississippi Psychiatry & Wellness help support your growth & success this year?

• Analyze your current state with a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation
• Determine patterns of thoughts & behaviors
• Incorporate personalized mental health training into your routine to address those thoughts & behaviors
• Prioritize both healing & performance (mental + physical)
• Practice makes progress which isn’t always linear + both resilience & success in daily choices is developed along the way so we take the time to litmus test & adjust your goals accordingly (reality vs perception of reality)

Cheers to making 2026 a winning year 🎉 please visit our website at www.mspsychiatrywellness.com to schedule your free brief phone consultation 👩🏻‍⚕️

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas to you from Mississippi Psychiatry & Wellness ✨ We hope this season brings you joy, strength, & time for reflection. We understand that holidays can bring up many mixed emotions & feelings — if you’d like to take the next step in your mental health wellness journey, please visit our website at www.mspsychiatrywellness.com to schedule your free brief phone consultation 👩🏻‍⚕️

12/15/2025

What a busy year it has been — before we do our year end review, we thought we’d share some answers to a few more commonly asked questions such as our clinic hours — stay tuned for the next post on same-day appointments! Read our response to see if we are the right fit for you—we aim to provide the highest quality of mental health care that is easily accessible without time constraints! Please visit our website www.mspsychiatrywellness.com to schedule your free brief phone consultation to see how we can help you on your mental wellness journey!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to you from Mississippi Psychiatry & Wellness! We hope this season brings you joy, gratitude, & time for reflection. However, holidays can bring up many mixed emotions & feelings — please reach out to us at www.mspsychiatrywellness.com to schedule your free brief phone consultation to see how we can help you on your mental wellness journey!

11/03/2025

📢 It’s official: Mississippi Psychiatry & Wellness, PLLC turned one 🎉 Thank you for your support over the last year as we bring specialized mental health services to the state of Mississippi! At Mississippi Psychiatry & Wellness, we embrace a concierge approach with comprehensive, personalized, patient-centered approach to care that utilizes evidence-based treatments to create individualized treatment plans for your unique mental health needs. We offer a variety of services including evaluations, medication management, therapy (individual & couples), executive coaching, treatment for athletes, mental health consulting for businesses or sports teams 👩🏻‍⚕️ We are open for referrals & accepting new patients in Mississippi in person & virtually—check out our website for more information! Please Note: We are an out-of-network practice; therefore, all services at Mississippi Psychiatry & Wellness are fee-for-service. P.S. stay tuned & follow us for more content as well as enjoying the content we’ve posted ✨