Name: Dr. Thomas C. Winegarden, MD

Specialty: Psychiatry

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – University of Minnesota Medical School; Residency in Psychiatry – University of Minnesota (1990–1994)

Affiliation(s): Stone Creek Psychiatry, LLC; M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital

Locations (City/State): Chanhassen, Minnesota

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1194707828

About the Doctor

Dr. Thomas C. Winegarden is a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 20 years of clinical experience, practicing in Chanhassen, Minnesota. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his psychiatry residency at the University of Minnesota (1990–1994), one of the Midwest’s most respected psychiatric training programs. He holds an active Minnesota State Medical License valid through 2026 and practices under NPI 1194707828.

Dr. Winegarden practices at Stone Creek Psychiatry, LLC, a dedicated outpatient psychiatric practice in Chanhassen, where he works alongside nurse practitioners and other mental health providers to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care. He is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, Minnesota, ranked #6 in the state, providing access to inpatient psychiatric resources when needed. His subspecialty focus in addiction psychiatry, combined with his broad expertise in mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and anxiety conditions, positions him as a comprehensive psychiatric provider for adult patients with complex mental health needs. Dr. Winegarden is currently accepting new patients.

Key highlights of Dr. Winegarden’s practice:

• Over 20 years of psychiatric practice experience
• Subspecialty focus in addiction psychiatry
• Expertise in bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, and depression
• Affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, ranked #6 in Minnesota
• Collaborative practice with nurse practitioners and family nurse practitioners
• Accepts major commercial insurance plans including Cigna, Humana, and United Healthcare

Education & Training

• Medical School – University of Minnesota Medical School, Doctor of Medicine (MD)
• Residency – Psychiatry, University of Minnesota (1990–1994)
• Fellowship/Additional Training – Not listed

Medical Conditions Treated

• Bipolar disorder (Type I and Type II)
• Major depressive disorder and persistent depression
• Anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety)
• Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder
• Substance use disorders and addiction (alcohol, opioids, stimulants)
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults
• Personality disorders (borderline, narcissistic, antisocial)
• Psychosis and delusional disorders
• Sleep disorders related to psychiatric conditions
• Dual diagnosis (co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
• Psychopharmacological management and medication prescribing
• Medication monitoring and adjustment for psychiatric conditions
• Addiction evaluation and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
• Psychotherapy and supportive counseling sessions
• Crisis assessment and stabilization planning
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) referral and coordination
• Coordination with inpatient psychiatric facilities when needed
• Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) evaluation and referral
• Mental health screenings (depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD)
• Substance use disorder assessments and detoxification planning
• Collaborative care with nurse practitioners and allied mental health providers

Services Offered

Dr. Winegarden’s practice at Stone Creek Psychiatry, LLC provides comprehensive outpatient psychiatric services for adults managing a wide range of mental health and substance use conditions. His practice is designed to offer individualized psychiatric care that combines thorough diagnostic evaluation with evidence-based pharmacological and therapeutic treatment strategies, tailored to each patient’s specific clinical profile and life circumstances.

New patients receive a detailed initial psychiatric evaluation during which Dr. Winegarden reviews medical history, current symptoms, prior treatment experiences, and psychosocial factors to arrive at an accurate diagnosis. This foundation allows him to develop a structured, personalized treatment plan that may include medication management, psychotherapy referrals, lifestyle recommendations, and regular follow-up monitoring. His knowledge of psychopharmacology and his subspecialty background in addiction psychiatry give him the tools to address complex cases involving co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders.

For patients managing chronic mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or treatment-resistant depression, Dr. Winegarden provides ongoing psychiatric management with regular medication reviews and adjustments to optimize treatment outcomes. His affiliation with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, ranked #6 in Minnesota, ensures that patients requiring a higher level of care have access to inpatient psychiatric resources and a seamless transition between outpatient and hospital-based treatment settings.

Summary of services offered:

• New patient psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
• Ongoing medication management and psychopharmacology
• Bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety treatment
• Schizophrenia and psychotic disorder management
• Addiction psychiatry and substance use disorder treatment
• Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for addiction
• Dual diagnosis evaluation and integrated treatment
• Crisis assessment and stabilization planning
• Adult ADHD evaluation and management
• PTSD and trauma-related psychiatric care
• Coordination with inpatient psychiatric facilities
• Collaborative care with on-site nurse practitioners

Accepted Insurance Plans

Please contact the office directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted.

Practice Locations

Location 1 – Primary Practice Practice Name: Stone Creek Psychiatry, LLC Address: 7945 Stone Creek Dr, Ste 130, Chanhassen, MN 55317 Phone: (952) 241-4050 Practice NPI: 1548534191

Hospital Affiliations