Arnold G. Shapiro, MDBoard-Certified Psychiatrist
Collaborative Treatment Approach — we discuss pros and cons of all treatment options and decide together.
Family-Like Environment — treated exactly as I would treat my own family members.
Same-Day Response — extremely accessible — we get back to you almost always the same day.
Find the page that matches what you're dealing with.
Each card links to the full condition page — same clinical depth, same content, easier to scan.
OCD & Intrusive Thoughts
Clear explanation, reassurance without minimizing, and a pathway to evaluation and medication planning.
View OCD careBipolar Disorder
Careful diagnostic thinking for mood shifts, irritability, sleep changes, depression, and medication complexity.
View Bipolar careADHD
Assessment that looks beyond focus alone — sleep, anxiety, mood, school/work demands, and medication history.
View ADHD careDepression
Practical, compassionate care for symptoms, function, treatment response, and next-step medication planning.
View Depression careAnxiety & Panic
Plain-language care for worry, panic attacks, social anxiety, physical symptoms, and avoidance patterns.
View Anxiety careTreatment-Resistant
For people who have tried treatment before and need a deeper, more careful look at the whole picture.
View Treatment-Resistant carePick the path that fits where you are.
A quick way to find what's most relevant to you, instead of scrolling through everything.
For adults looking for help
Many adults arrive uncertain about diagnosis or frustrated with prior treatments. The first appointment is a thoughtful, focused conversation about what is actually happening — symptoms, history, prior medications, life context, and goals — followed by a plain-language plan.
When standard treatments haven’t fully worked,the answer is usually a more careful look.
Many people I see have already been treated by a primary care doctor or family physician who did the right thing for what they saw — tried Prozac, Paxil, Wellbutrin, or one of the standard options. Sometimes it works for a year and then stops. Sometimes the side effects make it untenable. Sometimes the original diagnosis only captured part of what’s actually going on.
About one in three people don’t fully respond to first-line treatment — and that’s not your fault. When two or more medications haven’t worked, we call the condition treatment-resistant, and the work shifts: re-examining the diagnosis, looking at every symptom that hasn’t fully cleared, and adjusting carefully every month until things actually feel right. That’s the work I’ve spent 35+ years on. The guides below walk through how it’s done for each condition.
Finding the Complete Picture
Our Thorough Evaluation Process
No matter what brings you to our practice—whether you think you have ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, or you're not sure what's wrong—our evaluation process is the same. We don't just look for what you think you might have. We evaluate for everything.
Why? Because many patients who come to us thinking they have one condition actually have two, three, or more. Anxiety can look like ADHD. Depression can mask OCD. Getting the complete picture changes everything about your treatment.
For Adults
- One-hour comprehensive assessment with our licensed professional counselor
- Counselor extensively reviews findings with Dr. Shapiro (he takes detailed notes)
- One-hour meeting directly with Dr. Shapiro to review findings, clarify details, and discuss diagnosis
- All treatment options explained—you decide together what feels right
- Regular follow-up appointments, with the plan adjusted over time, working toward the best response we can achieve together
For Children & Teenagers
- One-hour meeting between parents and our licensed counselor
- Separate one-hour session where counselor meets with your child
- Rating scales collected from parents, teachers, and sometimes the child
- Counselor looks for everything: ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, learning differences
- Counselor extensively reviews all findings with Dr. Shapiro
- One-hour family meeting with Dr. Shapiro (parents AND child attend together)
- Child is included in treatment decisions
- Regular follow-up appointments, with the plan adjusted over time, working toward the best response we can achieve together
"We don't just treat symptoms—we find the real answers. Many patients who come to us thinking they have one condition actually have two, three, or more. Getting the complete picture changes everything."
What new patients hear from us first
Before any appointment is scheduled, here's exactly what we'll explain about how our practice works — so you can decide if we're the right fit.
A two-clinician team that shares one chart
Our therapist and Dr. Shapiro work as a team and share one record. When you have a therapy session, Dr. Shapiro sees those notes before your next medication visit — and the other way around. You never have to repeat your story.
24-hour callbacks. Full evaluation done in 10 days.
We're a small practice on purpose. Our therapist gets back to you within 24 hours, and we aim to complete the entire evaluation within about ten days, working hard to make that happen as quickly as your schedule allows. Larger practices often can't do that — we can.
We bill your insurance for you
We're out-of-network, but as a courtesy we still submit your claims to your insurance company twice a month. Most out-of-network practices hand you a superbill and leave the paperwork to you. We don't.
If our fees would add real stress, we'll say so
We genuinely want what's best for you and your family. If our fees would add real financial stress, we'll tell you honestly and help you think about finding someone in network. There's no pressure to use our practice.
No pressure to decide on the spot
Take the information home. Talk it over with your spouse or family. When you're ready, call back — you don't even have to go through intake again. We'll be here.
My Promise to Every Patient
"My goal isn't just to get you 'stable' or 'managing.' My goal is to get you really feeling better."
"I treat every patient the way I would treat my own wife, my own children. That means I take the time to find out what's really going on. I explain everything clearly. And I never rush you into a decision you're not comfortable with."
— Dr. Arnold Shapiro
"Do I Really Need Medicine?"
"This is one of the most common questions I hear—especially from men who were raised to 'tough it out.'"
Here's what I tell them: You don't NEED medicine. But your life could be easier, better, more enjoyable. Medicine is a tool, not a crutch. And you're always in control of whether to use it.
My Rule for Medications:
If a new medication doesn't feel right, give it a couple of days, then call us right away — don't stop on your own, since some medications need to be tapered. We'll guide you on the safest next step and figure out what happened.
My commitment is simple: we keep working together and adjust the plan as needed to help you feel as well as possible. If one approach doesn't work, we try another — and we'll keep exploring reasonable options together.
"More Than One Way to Solve Problems"
"I always tell my patients: There's more than one way to solve problems in life."
Medicine is one option. Therapy is another. Lifestyle changes, accommodations at work or school, family support—these all matter.
Our Collaborative Approach:
- • We'll discuss ALL your options together
- • You decide what makes sense for YOU
- • I'll never push you toward something you're not comfortable with
- • If one path isn't working, we'll adjust
The goal is always the same: Get you actually feeling better.
35+ Years of Compassionate Care
Dr. Arnold Shapiro has spent over 35 years caring for children, adolescents, and adults facing a wide range of mental health challenges. His philosophy: treat every patient like family, listen deeply, collaborate every step, and empower you with choices.
My Treatment Philosophy
Equal Partnership
We're equals working together toward your wellness.
Patient Education
I teach you about your condition, all possible treatments, and we explore pros and cons together.
Exceptional Accessibility
Same-day response to questions and concerns. We're here when you need us.
What Makes Us Different
"There's no 'one-size-fits-all' approach. Together, we'll map out the treatment plan that fits your unique situation and circumstances. If something isn't working, we adjust. If you need backup plans, we create them. You're never alone in this journey."
Our Unique Approach
Our practice is built around a thorough, multi-session evaluation process. We invest more time in evaluation than many practices can afford to under insurance constraints. Scheduling is flexible, education is a priority, and nothing matters more than working together with patients for optimal results.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Our three-part evaluation system ensures we understand each patient's unique needs, history, and circumstances before developing a treatment plan.
Medication & Therapy
Unlike many psychiatrists that only prescribe medication, or programs that can only offer therapy, our practice provides both therapy and medication management.
Patient Education
We put a heavy emphasis on patient education to empower our patients with knowledge about their conditions and treatment options.
Conditions We Specialize
We specialize in outpatient treatment of many psychiatric disorders in children, families, and adults. Our diverse clinical staff is trained in a variety of treatment modalities and are ready to help.
Child & Adolescent Services
Effective treatment for childhood disorders & concerns
- ADHD
- Anxiety disorders
- Behavior & discipline concerns
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- OCD
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Tourette's syndrome
Adult Services
Comprehensive psychiatric care for adults
- Anxiety disorders
- ADHD
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder
- Relationship difficulties
- Work-related stress
Additional Services
Specialized services to complement your care
- Genetic Testing with GeneSight
- Family Therapy
- Play Therapy for young children
- 15-30 minutes
- Treatment Planning
- Psychological Education
- Crisis Intervention
Ready to Start Your Journey to Better Mental Health?
Contact us today to schedule your comprehensive evaluation and begin your personalized treatment plan.
Our Unique Approach
Our practice is built around a thorough, multi-session evaluation process. We invest more time in evaluation than many practices can afford to under insurance constraints — that's a deliberate trade-off we made when we chose to be out-of-network.
"I believe in careful use of medication combined with psychotherapy. I am a strong believer in close work with the patient, keeping up with the newest information in the field, and finding a treatment regimen best suited for each individual patient."
Unlike many psychiatrists that only prescribe medication, or programs that can only offer therapy, our practice is based on the research-proven fact that patients who require mental health care often respond best to a combination of therapy and medication. In our practice, we can provide both therapy and medication management.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Thorough assessment of symptoms, history, and specific needs to create an individualized treatment plan.
Therapeutic Alliance
Building a strong doctor-patient relationship based on trust, understanding, and collaboration.
Balanced Treatment
Integrating medication management with psychotherapy for optimal treatment outcomes.
Patient Education
Empowering patients through knowledge and understanding of their condition and treatment options.
What real patients have written.
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Reviews reflect Dr. Shapiro's care across both the Cincinnati and Fort Wright offices.
Individual results vary. Reviews above reflect the personal experiences of specific patients and are not necessarily typical of all patients. They do not constitute a guarantee or prediction of any particular treatment outcome.
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For non-emergency concerns, call our office at (859) 341-7453. If you're experiencing a psychiatric emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
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If you're experiencing a psychiatric emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.