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Psychiatrist in Matthews, North Carolina Mel McGraw, Psychiatrist

Gender Identity: Male (He/Him)

Ages Served: 18-75+

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: Yes

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Mel McGraw, Psychiatrist

Mel McGraw, MD

Specializes In:

ADHD
Attention & focus
Eating issues: food deprivation
Eating issues: purging/regurgitating
Stress from ongoing health issues
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Dr. John Mel McGraw received an A.B from Stanford University in Human Biology in 1979. He graduated from University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver in 1984 and completed his Psychiatric Residency there in 1988. Dr. McGraw has 38 years of diverse experience in the field of Psychiatry in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Among treating depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD and mood disorders his specialties also include treating eating disorder, sexual abuse and trauma. In addition, Dr. McGraw enjoys practicing sports psychiatry and had the privilege of serving as a psychiatric consultant in the 1990 Goodwill Games. Dr. McGraw is a published author in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, Muscle and Fitness, Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, and Journal of Interpersonal Violence.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • ADHD
  • Attention & focus
  • Eating issues: food deprivation
  • Eating issues: purging/regurgitating
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Aging
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body image
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Eating issues: binging
  • Empty nesters
  • Grief & loss
  • Hallucinations
  • Intense mood changes
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • Psychosis/issues with reality
  • Retirement
  • Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
  • Self-esteem
  • Sexual trauma
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits
  • Unusual thoughts or beliefs

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University of Colorado School of Medicine

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I would give Dr. McGraw 10000 stars if I could!! He is the first doctor I have ever had that truly listened to me. It is obvious that he genuinely cares and wants to help find a solution that works for you. I am so grateful for him and seriously cannot recommend him enough.
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Melanie K.

Melanie K.

Mar 16, 2026
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I’ve been seeing Dr. McGraw since moving to North Carolina. I was very fortunate to find him. I cannot express my gratefulness for this Doctor Who listens and takes time for his patients. I would highly recommend
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Cassy C.

Cassy C.

Apr 15, 2026
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I had an outline in mind thinking I would be rushed But I had plenty of time. He listened carefully, asking pertinent questions and I felt he had a good grasp of my situation and a plan pretty quickly.
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Susan M.

Susan M.

Mar 12, 2026
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Excellent doctor . Listens. Puts me at ease. Prescribes excellent meds. Very personable, professional and knowledgeable. Philip William Mosely LPN.
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Philip M.

Philip M.

Apr 28, 2026
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Very professional. Listened to our concerns & it felt like we were talking to family. "HIGHLY" recommended. Thank you Lifestance.
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Edward M.

Edward M.

Feb 25, 2026
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Dr McGraw is the best always takes time to listen and is very patient.
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