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Psychiatric care for Mount Pleasant, SC

Mount Pleasant is a town of about 95,000 across the Cooper River from Charleston, connected by the Ravenel Bridge and known for its highly rated schools, waterfront parks, the Old Village historic district, Shem Creek's shrimp boats and restaurants, and the beaches of Sullivan's Island and Isle of Palms just beyond. It is one of the most affluent and fastest-growing communities in South Carolina, populated by families, professionals who commute to Charleston and the medical district, and retirees in neighborhoods such as I'On, Park West and Carolina Park. East Cooper Medical Center and Roper St. Francis facilities serve the town.

Nearest office

Stedfast Psychiatry Goose Creek, 118 Springhall Drive, Suites B and F, about 30 minutes from Mount Pleasant. New patients (561) 234-4344. Video visits available anywhere in South Carolina.

Stedfast Psychiatry's Goose Creek office at 118 Springhall Drive, Suites B and F, is about 30 minutes from central Mount Pleasant. Take I-526 west across the Wando River and Daniel Island to Clements Ferry Road north, or continue on I-526 to I-26 and US 52; the office is near St. James Avenue in Goose Creek. Many Mount Pleasant patients use secure video for follow-ups after an in-person first visit. Deep TMS and Spravato are offered at our Florida offices.

Stedfast Psychiatry's Deep TMS and Spravato programs are open to South Carolina patients: the evaluation, screening scales and insurance authorization are done at the Goose Creek office or by video, and treatment sessions are scheduled at our Florida treatment centers. Your Goose Creek provider will tell you plainly whether a treatment course is practical for you.

Providers serving Mount Pleasant

The Goose Creek team includes psychiatrist Dr. Chad Ford.

Dr. Chad Ford, MD

Psychiatrist · Adolescents through older adults

Services for Mount Pleasant residents

Conditions treated

ZIP codes served: 29464, 29466. County: Charleston.

Frequently asked questions

Which Stedfast Psychiatry office is closest to Mount Pleasant?

Our Goose Creek office at 118 Springhall Drive, Suites B and F, is about 30 minutes from central Mount Pleasant. Take I-526 west to Clements Ferry Road and head north, or stay on I-526 to I-26 west and the US 52 exit. Residents of northern Mount Pleasant near Carolina Park should allow 35 minutes.

Can Mount Pleasant families use telehealth?

Yes. Evaluations, medication management and follow-up visits can be done by secure video for anyone physically in South Carolina during the appointment. Many Mount Pleasant families schedule an in-person first visit at Goose Creek and then use video for teen and adult follow-ups to avoid the bridge and highway commute.

Does Stedfast Psychiatry accept insurance and Medicare in Mount Pleasant?

We accept BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, most other major commercial plans, Original Medicare, many Medicare Advantage plans and TRICARE East where our providers participate. Self-pay new patient visits are $185. Our Goose Creek front desk verifies your plan and any referral requirements before your first visit.

Where is the nearest TMS or Spravato for Mount Pleasant?

Deep TMS and Spravato are currently offered at our Palm Beach County offices in South Florida. Your Goose Creek provider can evaluate whether you are a candidate, discuss whether travel during a treatment course is realistic, and review interventional options in the Charleston area if it is not.

If you are in crisis, call or text 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Book from Mount Pleasant

Tell us how to reach you and our scheduling team will help you explore appointment options. Most new patients are seen within one to two weeks, in person or by video. Medicare and most plans accepted; self-pay new-patient visits are $185.