Psychiatrist-addiction specialist in Kyiv

A consultation with a specialist at the intersection of addiction and mental state: alcohol, drugs, anxiety, insomnia, depressive symptoms, psychosis or complex withdrawal.

  • Assessment of addiction and mental symptoms
  • Plan help without self-treatment
  • Support for the family in acute situations
  • A path to an addiction doctor, a psychiatrist, detox or rehabilitation
Psychiatrist-addiction specialist
24/7, no days off +380 50 366-62-33

When a psychiatrist-addiction doctor is needed

Addiction is often combined with anxiety, insomnia, a depressive state, panic attacks, psychosis or suicidal thoughts. In such situations a comprehensive assessment is important.

from 4 500 ₴6 000 ₴

Initial consultation

We assess the symptoms, the connection with use, sleep, mood, anxiety and the risks.

  • symptoms
  • risks
  • plan
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24/7

Acute states

Help for the family get oriented, when needed emergency help or inpatient care.

  • psychosis
  • hallucinations
  • suicidal thoughts
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individual

Support after detox

We plan psychiatric and addiction support after stabilisation.

  • sleep
  • anxiety
  • craving
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after consultation

Work with family

We explain to relatives how not to escalate the conflict and not miss dangerous symptoms.

  • limits
  • communication
  • safety
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How a consultation with a psychiatrist-addiction doctor goes

The specialist assesses not only the fact of use but also the mental state, the risk of acute manifestations and the need for further support.

Discuss the situation
1

Description of the symptoms

We clarify the duration, intensity, sleep, anxiety, mood and the connection with use.

2

Risk assessment

We determine whether there are signs of an acute condition or a need for emergency help.

3

Recommendations

We explain the possible formats: a consultation, psychotherapy, inpatient care or support.

4

Support plan

We discuss the next steps for the patient and family.

When you should reach out

A consultation helps you avoid acting at random: the specialist clarifies the condition, risks and symptoms and explains a safe first step.

Symptoms after use

After alcohol or drugs, anxiety, insomnia, suspiciousness, hallucinations or panic appeared.

Complex withdrawal

Withdrawal or stopping a medication is accompanied by mental symptoms.

The family does not know where to turn

Psychiatrist-addiction specialist helps determine safe first step.

Prices and format: Psychiatrist-addiction specialist

The cost depends on the person's condition, duration of use, symptoms, coexisting conditions, and the required care format. The exact plan is discussed after the initial consultation.

All prices
Psychiatrist consultationfrom 4 500 ₴
A psychotherapeutic consultationby appointment
A psychiatrist at homeindividual

Prices are not medical prescriptions. The final form of help is decided after assessing the condition and the risks.

Who supervises care

The specialists who can be involved in the consultation, condition assessment, stabilisation, psychological support or further treatment plan.

Savchuk Oleh Vasylovych
15 years

Savchuk Oleh Vasylovych

Chief physician, psychiatrist-addiction specialist

Leads the medical team and oversees the care plan, detox safety, and therapy outcomes.

Shevchenko Olena Viktorivna
8 years

Shevchenko Olena Viktorivna

Clinical psychologist

Works with emotional exhaustion, depressive states, codependency, and family crises.

Melnyk Roman Serhiiovych
7 years

Melnyk Roman Serhiiovych

Psychotherapist, addiction specialist

Specialises in work with alcohol- and medication-related addiction, anxiety conditions and motivation for treatment.

Savchuk Oleh Vasylovych
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Savchuk Oleh Vasylovych

Chief physician, psychiatrist-addiction specialist, 15 years of experience. Reviews the medical accuracy of sample about psykhiatr-addiction doctor: condition assessment, inpatient indications, a safe request process, and wording without unsafe home-treatment schemes. The information on this page helps with orientation but does not replace an individual specialist consultation.

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Medical context

Mental state and addiction: when a comprehensive approach is needed

Addiction is often combined with anxiety, depressive symptoms, insomnia, panic attacks or psychosis. In such cases it is important to assess not only the use but also the mental state.

Updated: 20 May 2026 Reviews medical team Demeevka Without schemes self-treatment
Assessment of symptoms

The specialist clarifies sleep, mood, anxiety, hallucinations, suicidal thoughts and the use of alcohol, drugs or medications.

Acute risks

Psychosis, disorientation, self-harm, aggression or loss of control require an urgent medical response.

Team-based help

A psychiatrist, an addiction doctor, a psychologist, an inpatient format or further psychotherapeutic support may be needed.

Plan safety

The family receives an explanation of how to act in a crisis, what not to do at home, and when to call emergency help.

Red flags

  • hallucinations, delusions, sudden disorientation or psychosis;
  • suicidal thoughts, self-harm or dangerous behaviour;
  • several days without sleep, a sharp worsening after stopping use;
  • a state in which the person does not control themselves or does not understand where they are.

What not to do at home

  • do not argue with psychotic experiences during a crisis;
  • do not leave a person alone with a suicidal risk or psychosis;
  • do not choose psychiatric medications without a doctor's assessment;
  • do not delay emergency help when there is clear danger.

What matters for relatives

  • describe changes in sleep, mood, behaviour and substance use;
  • remove objects with which they could harm themselves or others;
  • speak briefly, calmly and without confrontation;
  • reach out in advance for a safety plan if the episodes recur.

When inpatient care is needed

  • with psychosis, severe depression with a risk of self-harm or aggression;
  • when the symptoms combine with addiction and require supervision;
  • when there are no safe conditions or support at home;
  • when a comprehensive approach with the involvement of several specialists is needed.

Safe boundary: We do not publish medication dosages, IV-drip schemes or self-treatment instructions. Medical prescriptions are possible only after assessing the person's condition.

WHO: mental healthNIDA: addiction and healthCDC: treatment and recovery
Dual assessment

Addiction psychiatrist: when substance use overlaps with mental symptoms

An addiction psychiatrist may be needed when alcohol, drugs, or withdrawal are accompanied by anxiety, insomnia, depressive thoughts, hallucinations, panic attacks, aggression, or sudden behavior changes.

At Demeevka, consultation starts with a safety assessment: what was used, how long symptoms have lasted, whether there is life risk, what medicines were already taken, and whether inpatient or emergency care is needed.

What we assess

Sleep, anxiety, mood, orientation, behavior, psychosis risk, suicidal statements, comorbid conditions, previous treatment, and reactions to medicines.

When assessment is urgent

Hallucinations, severe disorientation, attempts to harm oneself or others, seizures, suspected overdose, or sudden deterioration require urgent assessment.

After stabilization

The specialist explains the next plan: addiction treatment, psychotherapy, medication support when indicated, rehabilitation, and family work.

Important: this page does not provide medicine schemes or dosages. Medication decisions are made by a doctor after an in-person or urgent condition assessment.

When you should not wait

Loss of consciousness, seizures, chest pain, breathing difficulty, severe hallucinations, suicidal thoughts, or suspected overdose require emergency medical care.

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Clinic environment

Photos help you see the space in advance: consultation room, procedure area, equipment and medical materials without patients' personal data.

Patient and family reviews

Below are recent anonymized reviews for this service. We keep the experience of care while removing private details that could identify a person or their medical situation.

Psychiatric consultation 3 May 2026 · anonymized review

After use, anxiety appeared, and they listened to me without judgement

I was ashamed to talk about the panic and insomnia after the relapse. The specialist carefully clarified the symptoms, explained the possible risks and offered in-person help if the condition worsened.

Yuliia, Kyiv

The Demeevka approach

Psychiatrist-addiction specialist in Kyiv: confidential consultation Demeevka in Kyiv, condition assessment, safe care plan and family support.

We work confidentially, we explain the options and limitations of each format, and we do not use promises of a guaranteed result in one day.

What can be included in the help

  • Assessment of addiction and mental symptoms
  • Plan help without self-treatment
  • Support for the family in acute situations
  • A path to an addiction doctor, a psychiatrist, detox or rehabilitation

Questions and answers

Can you reach out confidentially?

Yes. Demeevka does not disclose the fact of contact and works carefully with personal data.

Can relatives start with a consultation?

Yes. Often the first step is taken by relatives, to understand the risks, the tone of the conversation and the safe procedure steps.

Can you immediately choose a specific treatment method?

The final form of help is determined only after assessing the condition, symptoms, risks and contraindications.

What to prepare before the first contact?

It helps to briefly describe the symptoms, the duration of use, the current condition, chronic illnesses, and which medications have already been taken.

When is a psychiatrist needed, not only an addiction doctor?

When hallucinations, marked anxiety, depressive symptoms, insomnia, panic attacks, psychosis or suicidal thoughts are added to the addiction.

Which mental symptoms cannot be ignored?

Disorientation, sharp changes in behaviour, aggression, delusions, hallucinations, statements about self-harm or a complete refusal to sleep require a fast assessment.

Can anxiety and insomnia get worse after stopping use?

Yes. That is exactly why it is important to assess what is linked to withdrawal and what requires separate psychiatric or psychotherapeutic help.

When is an inpatient format or emergency help needed?

Inpatient care or an urgent response is needed with psychosis, a high risk of self-harm, severe behavioural disturbances or when the person is dangerous to themselves or others.

Need a consultation?

Briefly describe the situation. We will suggest which form of help will be safe and where to start.