
Dr. Chasity Lynne Torrence M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
3550 HIGHWAY 468 W WHITFIELD MS, 39193About
Dr. Chasity Torrence is a psychiatrist practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Torrence is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Torrence diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Torrence may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Torrence treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med 2012
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