Treatment for Traumatic Brain Injury, Concussion, and CTE
by Board Certified Psychiatrist
Expert Virtual Mental Health Care Across 8 States
A head injury can leave lasting effects even after the initial trauma heals. Whether you're dealing with memory loss, irritability, sleep issues, or difficulty focusing, our psychiatrists at Lifetime Insight specialize in treating the ongoing mental health symptoms of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) — including concussions, post-concussion syndrome, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
We offer online psychiatric care in California, Florida, Nevada, Virginia, Colorado, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska. No travel, no apps — just expert care that fits your life.
What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?
A TBI occurs when a sudden impact or jolt disrupts normal brain function.
Common causes include:
- Car accidents
- Falls
- Sports injuries (especially football, soccer, boxing)
- Military service-related trauma
- Assaults or domestic violence
Brain injuries can range from mild TBI (concussion) to moderate and severe cases, with symptoms lasting weeks, months, or even years.
We provide treatment for:
- Mild TBI and concussion
- Moderate to severe TBI
- Post-concussion syndrome
- CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy)
Understanding CTE and Repeated Concussions
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive brain condition linked to repeated head trauma. It’s most often associated with athletes and military veterans. Symptoms can include depression, aggression, impulse control issues, and cognitive decline. While CTE can only be definitively diagnosed post-mortem, psychiatric support can help manage symptoms and improve functioning.
Psychiatric Symptoms After a Head Injury
Even after a head injury appears to heal physically, brain trauma can cause lingering psychiatric and cognitive symptoms. Post-concussion syndrome – a common consequence of concussion -often includes symptoms such as:
- Memory problems and difficulty concentrating
- Irritability or sudden mood swings
- Depression or anxiety
- Low motivation or fatigue
- Sleep disturbances
- Headaches or dizziness
- Personality changes
- Trouble managing work or relationships
These issues are real, treatable, and often overlooked by medical providers.
Our Approach to Treatment
Our psychiatrists take a trauma-informed, whole-person approach to care, addressing the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral impact of brain injury. We specialize in mental health treatment for concussion recovery, traumatic brain injury (TBI), post-concussion syndrome, and emotional changes associated with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
1. Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation
Your first session is a comprehensive review to understand your medical history, injury timeline, symptoms, and functioning. Many patients also have co-occurring conditions such as PTSD or depression, and we consider all of these factors when designing your care.
2. Integrative Treatment Plans
Treatments may be used to support mood, anxiety, sleep, cognition, and fatigue. We tailor the treatment to your symptom profile, goals, and sensitivities.
3. Coordination of Care
We work closely with neurologists, primary care doctors, and rehab professionals to provide integrated, collaborative care. If you are currently in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy, we will take those services into account when building your plan.
4. Brain Health and Recovery Strategies
We provide tools that support your recovery, including:
- Cognitive exercises to improve memory and attention
- Brain-supportive nutrition and supplements
- Stress reduction tools such as mindfulness and breathing
- Sleep optimization strategies
- Physical activity guidelines tailored to your energy level
Not all lingering symptoms are due to brain injury alone. We help patients determine whether their symptoms stem from the injury, side effects, hormonal imbalances, or coexisting mental health conditions.
When to Reach Out for Help
You should consider TBI-focused psychiatric care if you:
- Have lasting symptoms after a concussion or TBI
- Feel emotionally different than you did before the injury
- Are experiencing anxiety, sadness, or frustration
- Experience memory problems or trouble concentrating
- Have difficulty returning to work or daily activities
We work with both recent and remote TBI cases – whether your injury occurred months ago or years ago. If you’re experiencing mental health symptoms after a concussion or suspect CTE from repeated head trauma, seeking early psychiatric support can help restore quality of life.
Insurance, Self-Pay & States We Serve
- Most major insurance accepted: Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, Anthem.
- We are a Lyra Health partner, providing care for eligible employer-sponsored plans.
- Self-pay: $495 for initial evaluation, $235 for follow-up visits (Valid 2026).
- We offer HIPAA-compliant telepsychiatry for adults in California, Florida, Nevada, Nebraska, Virginia, Colorado, Kansas, and Iowa. Dr. Hauck takes new patients in NE, CO, and VA. Dr. Hovav takes new patients in CA, FL, NV, IA, and KS.
*Please note: We do not accept any HMO plan, United Healthcare/UMR/Optum, Medicare, Medicaid, or Tricare.
Why Choose Lifetime Insight?
Board-certified psychiatrists experienced in post-TBI care
Coordinated, multidisciplinary approach to recovery
No app downloads, join securely from your browser
Appointments typically available within a week
Care plans tailored to your unique symptoms and goals
Take the First Step Toward Recovery
Living with the effects of a TBI can be frustrating and overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Our psychiatrists provide online traumatic brain injury treatment that’s personalized, collaborative, and focused on helping you regain function, stability, and confidence.
Schedule your appointment and take the next step toward recovery.
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