HEAL. TEACH. INNOVATE.

HEAL. TEACH. INNOVATE.

The Pisgah Institute is comprised of psychiatrists, doctoral-level psychologists,  psychiatric nurse practitioners, certified physician’s assistants, and master’s level clinical mental health counselors who address a full range of mental conditions. We provide consultation, medication management, and individual psychotherapy. We perform psychological and educational testing, stress management, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a new treatment for depression. We provide services for children, adults, and families.

The Pisgah Institute is the largest, most comprehensive behavioral health practice in Western North Carolina. We provide a wide variety of mental-health treatments. The home-like atmosphere of the practice provides a relaxing atmosphere where patients can feel comfortable and cared for.

Welcome, Sandy Sun, F.N.P., P.M.H.N.P.!

We are happy to welcome Sandy Sun, F.N.P., P.M.H.N.P. to the Pisgah team! Ms. Sun is double board certified as a psychiatric and family nurse practitioner.  She employs an integrative approach to treatment, using both medication therapy and a lifestyle approach...

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Welcome, Ross Wiedemann, M.D. & Eliot Steer, Ph.D.!

We are happy to welcome Ross Wiedemann, M.D. & Eliot Steer, Ph.D. to the Pisgah team! Dr. Ross Wiedemann is a board-eligible psychiatrist specializing in general outpatient practice. His main areas of interest include treatment of major depression, anxiety...

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Accepting Referrals for Psychological Assessments

The Pisgah Institute is happy to provide a range of psychological assessment services. Diagnostic clarification assessments provide insight into potential diagnoses and help develop effective treatment plans. Testing can clarify if someone may be experiencing:  more...

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Welcome, Samantha Isakson Lyerly, Ph.D.!

We are happy to welcome Samantha Isakson Lyerly, Ph.D., as a clinician at The Pisgah Institute! Dr. Isakson Lyerly treats children, adolescents, and adults. She began her practice in the public school systems, state hospitals, and residential-treatment programs. She...

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Good Faith Estimate Notice

The No Surprises Act (NSA) requires that health care providers supply an estimate for the expected cost/charges to uninsured or self-pay individuals for services.

• You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.

• You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an appointment.

• If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.

• Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.

For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.