Adults 18+ · Southlake & Texas telehealth
Depression & mood disorder care in Texas
When low mood, loss of interest, or mood changes affect daily life, it can be hard to know where to start. Explore adult evaluation and treatment in Southlake or by telehealth across Texas.
A 15-minute introductory phone call to discuss fit and next steps. This is not a psychiatric evaluation.
Your concerns come first
What brings you in?
You do not need to know the solution before asking for help.
Low mood is affecting daily life
You want to discuss sadness, loss of interest, or changes in energy and sleep.
Your mood feels unpredictable
You want help understanding changes in mood and what they may mean.
Your current care needs a review
You want to talk about treatment benefits, side effects, or symptoms that persist.
One step at a time
How to get started
Start with a conversation
Contact the office or schedule an introductory call to discuss fit and appointment options.
Review insurance and payment
Verify your benefits or review self-pay information before arranging your appointment.
Meet with your clinician
Discuss your mood, sleep, history, and previous treatment. Review an individualized plan and follow-up with your clinician.
Understanding your mood before choosing treatment
We assess the nature, severity, duration, and pattern of your mood symptoms to differentiate between unipolar depression, bipolar spectrum disorders, persistent depressive disorder, or mood symptoms related to medical or substance-related causes.
Your treatment and follow-up
Treatment may involve evidence-based medication management, lifestyle and sleep recommendations, psychoeducation, and referrals to therapy or higher levels of care when appropriate.
Explore medication management →Who you'll see
Tell the office whom you would like to see so it can confirm fit and availability.
Rana Kaleemullah, MD
Board-certified psychiatrist · Dr. K
Josh Fantauzzi, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner
Insurance and payment
We accept UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, Medicare (verify specific plan participation), and Curative (eligible plans). Coverage and cost-sharing vary by plan, member eligibility, clinician, and service. Verify your benefits before your first visit.
Review insurance and self-pay information →Your questions, answered
Open only the details you need.
What care does SLS offer for depression and mood disorders?
SLS Psychiatry evaluates and treats depression and mood disorders in adults 18 and older. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 8.3% of U.S. adults — about 21 million people — experienced a major depressive episode in 2021. Care includes diagnostic clarification and medication management when clinically appropriate.
When to reach out
If you experience persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, significant changes in energy or sleep, hopelessness, or unpredictable mood swings.
How common is depression in U.S. adults?
An estimated 8.3% of U.S. adults experienced at least one major depressive episode in 2021, according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).
What is the difference between depression and bipolar disorder?
Major depressive disorder involves persistent low mood without distinct manic or hypomanic episodes. Bipolar disorder includes episodes of elevated, expansive, or irritable mood with increased energy. Accurate diagnosis requires a clinical evaluation.
How is depression treated at SLS Psychiatry?
Treatment is individualized after evaluation and may include medication management, lifestyle and sleep adjustments, and referrals to therapy when appropriate.
When should I seek emergency help for depression?
If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide or are in a life-threatening situation, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. You can also call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Let's talk about your next step.
In-person appointments in Southlake and telehealth for patients physically located in Texas during each visit.
Schedule an introductory call (opens Google Calendar in a new tab)What happens on the introductory call?
The Google Calendar link schedules a 15-minute introductory phone call with our administrative team or, sometimes, the doctor. It is not a psychiatric evaluation or a guarantee of acceptance as a patient. We discuss fit and next steps before a clinical appointment is arranged.