LIGHTHOUSE PSYCHIATRY

Best Personalized Psychiatry Care in Gilbert and Scottsdale, Arizona

Patient-centric, Quality-focused, Wellness-oriented

PSYCHIATRIC MEDICATION MANAGEMENT

Our psychiatry team offers a wholistic, integrative, interventional experience and treatment solution. Our customized and supportive approach is geared towards maximizing successful outcomes and symptom reduction.

We manage and treat the following conditions.

Depression, Bipolar, and Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorders

Generalized Anxiety, Social anxiety, Panic, Obsessive compulsive disorder, PTSD, Agoraphobia, Separation anxiety, Phobias, Selective Mutism, and School Refusal

ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Conduct Disorder.

Autism Spectrum, Sensory Integration, and Social communication Disorders

Insomnia, Night Terrors, Nightmares, Circadian-Rhythm Disorders.

Borderline PD, OCPD, and others

Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Hoarding, Excoriation Disorder (Skin-Picking).

Marriage, Couples, Family, Parenting, Grief, and others

Diagnosis Only, detox and maintenance services are referred out

GENETIC TESTING

We know the process of finding medication that works can be frustrating, time-consuming and debilitating.
 
Fewer than 50% of individuals with depression respond to their first medication.

PHARMACOGENETIC TESTING is a simple non-invasive saliva test that shows your provider how your genes may affect medication outcomes. The PHARMACOGENETIC TEST may reveal which medications to treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health conditions require dose adjustments, be less likely to work, or have an increased risk of side effects based on your DNA.

The test is a simple cheek swab taken in our office or by yourself conveniently from the comfort of your home. The swab is then mailed directly to the company to analyze. Once our provider receives the test results, we will schedule an appointment to go over the details of your test and determine the next steps in which medicament to add and/or remove based on how it impacts your body.

This new information will assist the provider is finding the right medication for you quicker and hence reduce any potential adverse effects from the medications.

Karen McIntosh, LCSW

Therapist See age 18+

CLINIC: Virtual

Compassionate. Experienced. Client-focused. Karen McIntosh brings over a decade of experience in the mental health field, helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with empathy and expertise. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Karen specializes in working with clients experiencing anxiety and depression by utilizing a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychoanalysis and humanistic therapy.

Karen’s experience spans across various settings, from private practice to hospital environments, where she has provided tailored treatment plans, conducted comprehensive assessments, and supported clients dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. Her approach is rooted in understanding each client’s unique needs, empowering them to achieve their goals through evidence-based strategies and compassionate guidance.

Karen combines academic excellence with real-world experience to offer a safe, supportive, and results-driven therapeutic experience.  Whether you’re seeking support for personal growth, emotional challenges, or relationship dynamics, Karen is committed to walking alongside you on your journey to mental well-being.

While she calls both Georgia and Arizona her home, she enjoys exploring the world to take part in culture, language, community and most of all, food.  She spends her free time hiking, walking, reading, watching documentaries and even the occasional guilty pleasure reality show.

Take the first step towards a healthier you—connect with Karen today.

Tristan Echevarria, BS

Therapist-in-training

CLINIC: Gilbert

Fluent in English

Tristan is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Grand Canyon University. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Arizona State University and has an extensive background in mental health. Tristan has worked closely with innovative alternative treatments, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Transcranial Photobiomodulation (Red Light Therapy), to support individuals in their mental health journey. Tristan is passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges by providing a safe and supportive environment. He integrates evidence-based practices with individualized treatment plans, striving to empower clients to overcome obstacles and achieve personal growth.


In his spare time, Tristan enjoys watching sports such as football and baseball, exercising at the gym, playing video games, and spending time with family.