Welcome to Volk Psychiatry
Concierge Psychiatry Serving Greater Pittsburgh
Psychiatric Care, Designed Around You
Our concierge approach offers a more personal and thoughtfully designed experience of psychiatric care. By intentionally limiting the number of patients we serve, we are able to provide the time, attention, and accessibility that meaningful mental healthcare deserves.
With concierge psychiatric care, you can expect:
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Unhurried, personalized appointments with time to explore the full picture of your well-being
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Thoughtful, individualized treatment that evolves with you - not a one-size fits all approach
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Enhanced accessibility when questions, concerns, or changes arise between visits
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Consistent, relationship-centered care from a provider who knows you and understands your history
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A discreet, elevated, comfortable experience designed to make seeking and receiving care feel easier
Our goal is for every patient to experience a space where they feel heard, respected, and genuinely cared for.
David W. Volk, MD, PhD
Dr. Volk completed medical school at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and psychiatry residency training at Western Psychiatric Hospital. He is a licensed psychiatrist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and maintains current board certification through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Dr. Volk and his wife, Christine Volk, PA-C, founded Volk Psychiatry in 2022. Dr. Volk serves as the supervising physician of Volk Psychiatry. Dr. Volk has worked as a psychiatrist in a psychiatric emergency department for over 14 years. In this setting, he gained expertise in treating a wide spectrum of psychiatric illness across a broad range of ages in patients who were in acute crisis.
Dr. Volk also has a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Pittsburgh where he studied alterations in brain chemistry and structure that underlie serious psychiatric illness, including depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. He has published over 40 peer-reviewed publications in top scientific journals. He has also published numerous book chapters in leading psychiatry and neuroscience textbooks and has given scientific lectures at prestigious academic centers including Harvard University and Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Volk’s decades-long expertise in studying psychiatric illness at the cellular and molecular level have lead to the development of his neuroscience-informed treatment practices in psychiatry.
Christine Volk, PA-C
Christine is a graduate of Slippery Rock University and earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree from Chatham University. She is a licensed physician assistant in Pennsylvania and holds current certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, along with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Psychiatry from the same organization.
With over 20 years of experience in outpatient clinical practice, Christine has worked in diverse fields including psychiatry, family practice, geriatrics, and pediatrics, treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions throughout various life stages. Her main clinical interests are in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and stress related to life changes and transitions.
Beyond her clinical work, Christine has volunteered with multiple medical teams in Mexico, Central, and South America, providing care to those in remote, underserved communities lacking access to healthcare. This experience has deepened her compassionate approach to individuals facing physical and psychological challenges.
Conditions We Treat
Our concierge psychiatric practice provides comprehensive, personalized care for adults 18 and older, with a focus on thoughtful diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and an individualized approach to mental wellness.
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Mood & Depression
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Anxiety & Stress
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ADHD & Executive Function
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Trauma & PTSD
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OCD & Related Conditions
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Women's Mental Health
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Sleep & Insomnia
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Bipolar Disorders
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Life Transitions & Adjustment
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Complex Psychiatric Conditions
Contact Us
Volk Psychiatry
610 Old Clairton Road
Pleasant Hills, PA 15236
412-693-6910
NEW PATIENTS, please use the portal button below to access our electronic health records system, Simple Practice, and request a consultation.
CURRENT PATIENTS, please use the portal button below to access your Simple Practice patient portal account. Once logged in, you can send a message directly to us.
Concierge Fee and Insurance
Our concierge fee is $25 per month
The concierge fee provides you with an enhanced level of personalized care, access, and service. It allows us to maintain a smaller patient panel and dedicate more time and attention to each patient.
The concierge fee is separate from insurance. We bill your insurance separately for covered clinical services. Your insurance company may apply its usual deductibles, copays, coinsurance, or other patient responsibilities.
We currently accept UPMC and Blue Cross Blue Shield commercial health plans.
Insurance coverage varies by plan, so we encourage you to contact your insurance company directly to confirm your specific benefits, coverage, and out-of-pocket responsibilities.
