Psychiatrist in Carmel, Indiana Christopher Cox, Psychiatrist
Gender Identity: Male (He/Him)
Ages Served: 15-64
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: Yes
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Christopher Cox, MD
Specializes In:
Dr. Christopher Cox, MD, provides compassionate and evidence-based psychiatric care to individuals across Indiana. He specializes in medication management and individual therapy, helping clients navigate challenges related to ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and PTSD/trauma. Dr. Cox tailors treatment plans to each client’s needs, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, and mindfulness techniques to foster resilience and well-being. With expertise in substance use disorders, he also offers medication-assisted treatment to support those struggling with alcohol and drug use issues.
A particular focus of Dr. Cox’s practice is helping clients manage sleep disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and psychosis-related conditions. He understands the profound impact these concerns can have on daily life and works collaboratively with patients to develop strategies for lasting improvement. Whether addressing insomnia, intrusive thoughts, or schizophrenia-related symptoms, he provides a structured and empathetic approach that prioritizes both stability and long-term growth.
Dr. Cox welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds, including military veterans, men, and women, guiding them through life transitions, grief, and complex emotional challenges. His goal is to create a supportive environment where individuals feel empowered to take charge of their mental health.
Outside of his clinical work, Dr. Cox is a passionate musician with a deep appreciation for guitar and stringed instruments. He enjoys exploring foreign languages, reading multiple books at once, and staying active through Peloton workouts and weightlifting. A former rugby player and avid skier, he now enjoys following both sports in his free time.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 15-64
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression/feeling down
- Intense mood changes
- Panic attacks
- Self-esteem
- Stress management
- ADHD
- Alcohol use
- Attention & focus
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Conditions caused by stress
- Detachment/disconnection
- Dissociative disorders
- Drug/substance use
- Empty nesters
- First responder stress
- Gambling
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Hallucinations
- Marital stress or divorce
- Men's health/issues
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other addictive behaviors
- Parenthood
- Patterns affecting behavior, emotions and relationships
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Premarital counseling
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unhealthy eating habits
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
- Video game/internet
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Ascension MissionPoint Health
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sagamore
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
Languages
- English
Education
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Indiana University School of Medicine
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Indiana University - Purdue University - Iu Fort Wayne
FAQs
Please call us at 463-333-9748 to schedule an appointment with Christopher Cox.
Christopher Cox generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 463-333-9748 to find out Christopher Cox's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Christopher Cox:
- Aetna
- Ascension MissionPoint Health
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sagamore
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 463-333-9748 to see how we can help.
Yes, Christopher Cox is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Christopher Cox works at:
Yes, Christopher Cox does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Christopher Cox is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: