Telehealth only: Joy Integrative Psychiatry doesn't have an office in Phoenix. All visits are by secure video, and you need to be located in Arizona at the time of your appointment.
Why Phoenix patients choose telehealth
Phoenix is one of the largest cities in the country by area, and getting to a specialist can mean a long drive on the I-10, I-17 or Loop 101, plus time off work or school. Telehealth brings the visit to you, whether you're in Ahwatukee, Arcadia, Laveen, Maryvale or North Phoenix.
Summer heat, sleep and mood
Long stretches of extreme summer heat change how many Phoenicians live. People stay indoors more, get less daylight exercise, shift activities late into the evening and often sleep less. Those changes can quietly affect mood, anxiety, attention and sleep. We ask about seasonal patterns as part of a whole-person evaluation, because they often matter.
Phoenix families and schools
Phoenix is served by dozens of school districts and many charter schools. For children and teens with ADHD, anxiety or other concerns, we can review teacher input and, with your permission, provide documentation that supports 504 plan or IEP conversations, whichever school your child attends.
What we help with
Looking for a psychiatrist in Phoenix?
Many people searching for a “psychiatrist” are looking for someone who can evaluate symptoms, make a diagnosis and prescribe and manage medication. Erika Joy Puruleski, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner who provides exactly that care for children 6+, teens and adults. Learn about her background.
How to get started
- Request a new-patient appointment on our booking page or call 480-685-4569.
- Complete secure intake forms and confirm your insurance.
- Meet by video from home or anywhere private in Arizona.
Nearby communities we serve
- Scottsdale
- Glendale
- Tempe
- Paradise Valley
- Peoria
- Mesa
- All of Arizona
Phoenix FAQs
Do you have an office in Phoenix?
No. We're a telehealth-only practice and see Phoenix patients by secure video. There's no office to visit.
Can I use a Phoenix pharmacy and lab?
Yes. Prescriptions are sent to the Arizona pharmacy you choose, and lab orders can go to a lab location near you.
Are you a psychiatrist?
Erika Joy Puruleski is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC), not a physician. PMHNPs evaluate, diagnose and treat mental health conditions and prescribe medications. In Arizona, nurse practitioners practice independently.