Medication Management Psychiatrists in Henrico County, VA

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Amanda Wray
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23294
I provide medication management to individuals 16+ who experience depression, anxiety, trauma including acute stress and PTSD, substance misuse, or ADHD.
I am a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who offers holistic care to adolescents and adults, LGBTQIA+ individuals, persons with substance use disorder, as well as acute or chronic mental illness. I am passionate about integrative and equitable mental health care, with a focus on the unique needs for each client’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. I will utilize my clinical knowledge, colorful personal experiences, and empathetic heart to offer you compassionate care and to work with you to create real-life treatment goals.
I provide medication management to individuals 16+ who experience depression, anxiety, trauma including acute stress and PTSD, substance misuse, or ADHD.
I am a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who offers holistic care to adolescents and adults, LGBTQIA+ individuals, persons with substance use disorder, as well as acute or chronic mental illness. I am passionate about integrative and equitable mental health care, with a focus on the unique needs for each client’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. I will utilize my clinical knowledge, colorful personal experiences, and empathetic heart to offer you compassionate care and to work with you to create real-life treatment goals.
(804) 361-6986 View (804) 361-6986
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Nikita Bonner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-C
Verified Verified
Glen Allen, VA 23060
Bonner offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management to her clients and her primary clinical focus is caring for clients ages 18- 60 with mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorders, an and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Mrs. Bonner is a certified family nurse practitioner and board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, with over 8 years of healthcare experience in a variety of settings. Mrs. Bonner focuses on holistic patient-centered care and utilizes evidence-based practice modalities while focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders.
Bonner offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management to her clients and her primary clinical focus is caring for clients ages 18- 60 with mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorders, an and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Mrs. Bonner is a certified family nurse practitioner and board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, with over 8 years of healthcare experience in a variety of settings. Mrs. Bonner focuses on holistic patient-centered care and utilizes evidence-based practice modalities while focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders.
(804) 373-2413 View (804) 373-2413
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Jessica Roberts
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
Although medication management is one of her primary tools, she works collaboratively with therapists and other providers to ensure her clients' needs are met.
Jessica (she/her) specializes in the Psychiatric assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. She has over 20 years of experience treating PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, and ADHD- among other mental health concerns. She knows that medication doesn't solve every problem, but can be a necessary tool that aids in supporting therapeutic goals for long term healing. Having worked in a children's psychiatric hospital for much of her career, she is very eager to prevent higher levels of care when possible.
Although medication management is one of her primary tools, she works collaboratively with therapists and other providers to ensure her clients' needs are met.
Jessica (she/her) specializes in the Psychiatric assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. She has over 20 years of experience treating PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, and ADHD- among other mental health concerns. She knows that medication doesn't solve every problem, but can be a necessary tool that aids in supporting therapeutic goals for long term healing. Having worked in a children's psychiatric hospital for much of her career, she is very eager to prevent higher levels of care when possible.
(804) 589-5001 View (804) 589-5001
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Dr. Rashida Gray
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226
During all medication management follow-up visits, we incorporate psychotherapy and work with you to effectively and aggressively help you reach your treatment goals.
Have you been searching for a psychiatrist to help you figure out the correct diagnosis to explain your mental health challenges or concerns? Are you feeling unsatisfied with your current treatment? Would you like a personalized and therapeutic appointment, beyond the typical "15 minute med check"? Are you interested in a self pay practice, without the intrusion of insurance companies? If your answers are yes, then Gray MD Psychiatry is the right choice for you. We can work together to help improve your depression, anxiety, insomnia, stress, burnout or hopelessness.
During all medication management follow-up visits, we incorporate psychotherapy and work with you to effectively and aggressively help you reach your treatment goals.
Have you been searching for a psychiatrist to help you figure out the correct diagnosis to explain your mental health challenges or concerns? Are you feeling unsatisfied with your current treatment? Would you like a personalized and therapeutic appointment, beyond the typical "15 minute med check"? Are you interested in a self pay practice, without the intrusion of insurance companies? If your answers are yes, then Gray MD Psychiatry is the right choice for you. We can work together to help improve your depression, anxiety, insomnia, stress, burnout or hopelessness.
(804) 293-2519 View (804) 293-2519
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Kate Tucker Tibbs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
I am Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience, providing medication management and adjunctive psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults. I believe in a multifaceted collaborative approach to patient-centered care. My focus is on the whole person, including medical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects. Medication management is just one element of a successful treatment plan and that supportive therapy and teaching coping strategies are valuable tools in treatment. I am currently accepting new patients in the Glen Allen office and/or telehealth.
I am Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience, providing medication management and adjunctive psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults. I believe in a multifaceted collaborative approach to patient-centered care. My focus is on the whole person, including medical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects. Medication management is just one element of a successful treatment plan and that supportive therapy and teaching coping strategies are valuable tools in treatment. I am currently accepting new patients in the Glen Allen office and/or telehealth.
(804) 376-5312 x2 View (804) 376-5312 x2
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Jennifer Schrecengost
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, CPNP-PC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23060
I offer psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, counseling/psychotherapy, and medication management for children, adolescents, annd transitional age youth ages 6-22.
Practice provider: Jennifer Schrecengost, DNP, PMHNP-BC, CPNP-PC. Jennifer has worked with children and families in primary care for nearly 20 years and treating kids and adolescents is truly where our passion lies. Whether it's depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, or insomnia, it is important to know that you are working not just with an individual but with a family, each member of which plays an important part in the client's progress and recovery. My priority is providing individualized, non-judgmental, holistic care that fully supports and recognizes the importance of family participation in treatment.
I offer psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, counseling/psychotherapy, and medication management for children, adolescents, annd transitional age youth ages 6-22.
Practice provider: Jennifer Schrecengost, DNP, PMHNP-BC, CPNP-PC. Jennifer has worked with children and families in primary care for nearly 20 years and treating kids and adolescents is truly where our passion lies. Whether it's depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, or insomnia, it is important to know that you are working not just with an individual but with a family, each member of which plays an important part in the client's progress and recovery. My priority is providing individualized, non-judgmental, holistic care that fully supports and recognizes the importance of family participation in treatment.
(804) 352-2123 View (804) 352-2123
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Robert 'Trip' Young
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Henrico, VA 23233
My psychiatric practice is unique and much more than medication management.
Overcoming difficult emotions is challenging and can seem insurmountable. With daily practice and self-understanding, a calmer more fulfilling life is possible. While medication management is my primary focus, I view medication as a means to achieve the stability needed to attain your goals. Each appointment is structured to help you find the evidence based combination of medication and/or coping skills to make long term improvements. I work with adolescents and adults on issues from anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar/mood specturm, and ADHD
My psychiatric practice is unique and much more than medication management.
Overcoming difficult emotions is challenging and can seem insurmountable. With daily practice and self-understanding, a calmer more fulfilling life is possible. While medication management is my primary focus, I view medication as a means to achieve the stability needed to attain your goals. Each appointment is structured to help you find the evidence based combination of medication and/or coping skills to make long term improvements. I work with adolescents and adults on issues from anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar/mood specturm, and ADHD
(804) 977-2824 View (804) 977-2824
Photo of Tika Northington, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Henrico County, VA
Tika Northington
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226
Her focus with her clients is to find workable solutions through therapy or medication management.
Tika brings to Lifestance years of experience working with children and teenagers both in and out of the medical field. These experiences have resulted in being able to relate to and enjoy working with this patient population. Her nursing career started in Washington, D. C. working with adults, and she loved it. It was here that she grew in her skills as a nurse and she began to see a common need of mental health in each and every one of her patients. Being able to walk with patients through some of the hardest moments of their life really increased her love for the field of mental health for both pediatrics and adults.
Her focus with her clients is to find workable solutions through therapy or medication management.
Tika brings to Lifestance years of experience working with children and teenagers both in and out of the medical field. These experiences have resulted in being able to relate to and enjoy working with this patient population. Her nursing career started in Washington, D. C. working with adults, and she loved it. It was here that she grew in her skills as a nurse and she began to see a common need of mental health in each and every one of her patients. Being able to walk with patients through some of the hardest moments of their life really increased her love for the field of mental health for both pediatrics and adults.
(804) 676-6509 View (804) 676-6509
Photo of Susan L Lansbury, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Henrico County, VA
Susan L Lansbury
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MSN, PCPNP, PMHS
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23294
I am am now accepting new Medication Management Clients (pediatric - 20 years old)! Susan Lansbury is a Licensed Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Pediatric and Adolescent behavioral health. Susan’s professional history spans more than 25 years, working with children, teens, and young adults in various settings including the NICU, 20 years in pediatric primary care, and more recently, a multi-specialty pediatric clinic, in the Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Division, as well as outpatient private practice.
I am am now accepting new Medication Management Clients (pediatric - 20 years old)! Susan Lansbury is a Licensed Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Pediatric and Adolescent behavioral health. Susan’s professional history spans more than 25 years, working with children, teens, and young adults in various settings including the NICU, 20 years in pediatric primary care, and more recently, a multi-specialty pediatric clinic, in the Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Division, as well as outpatient private practice.
(804) 902-2681 View (804) 902-2681
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Chrystal H Doyle
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059  (Online Only)
Are you looking for outpatient mental health and medication management in your journey to feel better? Want someone who understands the medical, mental health and other challenges you face? Need flexibility? If you’re between the ages of 12 and 55, then I’m here to help as a part of your care team. Please note that I do NOT prescribed controlled medications via telehealth, such as amphetamines, methylphenidate, opioids, benzodiazepines, and gabapentin.
Are you looking for outpatient mental health and medication management in your journey to feel better? Want someone who understands the medical, mental health and other challenges you face? Need flexibility? If you’re between the ages of 12 and 55, then I’m here to help as a part of your care team. Please note that I do NOT prescribed controlled medications via telehealth, such as amphetamines, methylphenidate, opioids, benzodiazepines, and gabapentin.
(804) 336-3805 View (804) 336-3805
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Ashley Hoover Rhoades
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226
I practice non-judgmental, compassionate, medication management combined with therapy.
I have a passion for mental health and make a commitment to my clients that I will care for them as I would a family member. I’ve been a nurse since 2002 and worked in the Neuroscience Unit and Surgical Trauma ICU at VCU. In 2012, I graduated from VCU with a degree in Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I worked with inmates at the Henrico Jail for several years, practiced telemedicine (before it was cool) from home for 1 year working with clients in Appalachia, and then I worked with Diamond Healthcare in nursing homes and inpatient for crisis and substance abuse. Most recently, I worked for Zoe Therapy Services.
I practice non-judgmental, compassionate, medication management combined with therapy.
I have a passion for mental health and make a commitment to my clients that I will care for them as I would a family member. I’ve been a nurse since 2002 and worked in the Neuroscience Unit and Surgical Trauma ICU at VCU. In 2012, I graduated from VCU with a degree in Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I worked with inmates at the Henrico Jail for several years, practiced telemedicine (before it was cool) from home for 1 year working with clients in Appalachia, and then I worked with Diamond Healthcare in nursing homes and inpatient for crisis and substance abuse. Most recently, I worked for Zoe Therapy Services.
(804) 913-3151 View (804) 913-3151
Photo of Dr. Shama B. Saiyed, MD, MS, PC, Psychiatrist in Henrico County, VA
Dr. Shama B. Saiyed, MD, MS, PC
Psychiatrist, MS, MD, PC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
She is an active listener, and with many years of experience as a psychiatrist, is able to work with patients to develop a medication management and mental health plan that suits their needs.
3/29/22- CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. Dr. Saiyed works to make a plan to help control the symptoms of the patient and improve the functional capacity of the patient. Her main goal is to improve each patient's quality of life by providing them with the tools they need to retain emotional and mental stability.
She is an active listener, and with many years of experience as a psychiatrist, is able to work with patients to develop a medication management and mental health plan that suits their needs.
3/29/22- CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. Dr. Saiyed works to make a plan to help control the symptoms of the patient and improve the functional capacity of the patient. Her main goal is to improve each patient's quality of life by providing them with the tools they need to retain emotional and mental stability.
(804) 391-9029 View (804) 391-9029
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Shehnaz Kamal
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, FNP-C, APRN
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23228  (Online Only)
Through caring/ therapeutic environment, my treatment goals focuses in psychotherapy and medication management.
My practice ideally focus on my client's mental health needs, their concerns and issues. Goal is to provide them a positive environment, supportive care and identify/treat their mental health conditions through psychotherapy, professional counseling sessions and prescribe medicine.
Through caring/ therapeutic environment, my treatment goals focuses in psychotherapy and medication management.
My practice ideally focus on my client's mental health needs, their concerns and issues. Goal is to provide them a positive environment, supportive care and identify/treat their mental health conditions through psychotherapy, professional counseling sessions and prescribe medicine.
(804) 315-3390 View (804) 315-3390
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Simple Solutions Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MS, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23294
WE HAVE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS!!! I offer medication management for all psychiatric issues age 18+.
WE HAVE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS!!! I offer medication management for all psychiatric issues age 18+.
(804) 709-3897 View (804) 709-3897
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Stephen E Brown
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
Thank you for your interest in my practice. I am a residency trained psychiatrist, and I run a solo practice on the outskirts of Richmond, Virginia. I prefer to do psychotherapy as well as medication management (when one or both are appropriate for a patient), and I believe this makes me unique. You might perceive a psychiatrist as just being someone who orders medications, and leaves the "talk therapy" to someone else. As my patient, however, you have an "all-in-one" experience, and that will allow you to return to your normal self as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your interest in my practice. I am a residency trained psychiatrist, and I run a solo practice on the outskirts of Richmond, Virginia. I prefer to do psychotherapy as well as medication management (when one or both are appropriate for a patient), and I believe this makes me unique. You might perceive a psychiatrist as just being someone who orders medications, and leaves the "talk therapy" to someone else. As my patient, however, you have an "all-in-one" experience, and that will allow you to return to your normal self as quickly as possible.
(804) 453-0910 View (804) 453-0910
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Emily Frost
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Glen Allen, VA 23060
She strives to build a trusted therapeutic alliance with each client in order to develop the best evidence-based treatment, including lifestyle changes and medication management.
Emily is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Her journey to becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner was inspired by her interest in psychology and her many years working as a bedside nurse and observing the significant overlap between physical and mental health.
She strives to build a trusted therapeutic alliance with each client in order to develop the best evidence-based treatment, including lifestyle changes and medication management.
Emily is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Her journey to becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner was inspired by her interest in psychology and her many years working as a bedside nurse and observing the significant overlap between physical and mental health.
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Dr. Tonjanika Ballard
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230
Waitlist for new clients
Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management, Psychotherapy, Group Therapy, Medical Marijuana Evaluations, ADHD Testing and launching our Office Based Addiction Treatment Center(OBAT) in 2023 that focuses on Suboxone treatment.
Greetings! I am the founder and owner of Unique Holistic Care. A Nurse Practitioner led practice that embodies the "whole person" as our treatment focus. Medication treat symptomology only and has lead to more stable lives. Yet, holistically, you as the client need more than just a prescription to maintain stability. Together, as a team we incorporate, medication, social, mental, physical, emotional and spiritual needs to optimize functioning. These components will allow our team along with your input, arrive at a treatment plan that best suits your needs.
Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management, Psychotherapy, Group Therapy, Medical Marijuana Evaluations, ADHD Testing and launching our Office Based Addiction Treatment Center(OBAT) in 2023 that focuses on Suboxone treatment.
Greetings! I am the founder and owner of Unique Holistic Care. A Nurse Practitioner led practice that embodies the "whole person" as our treatment focus. Medication treat symptomology only and has lead to more stable lives. Yet, holistically, you as the client need more than just a prescription to maintain stability. Together, as a team we incorporate, medication, social, mental, physical, emotional and spiritual needs to optimize functioning. These components will allow our team along with your input, arrive at a treatment plan that best suits your needs.
(804) 476-3045 View (804) 476-3045
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Brooke Valerie Green
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP-B, OCN
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226
As a board-certified nurse practitioner, my focus is on medication management, but our office is unique in that we take the time to see you as an individual, so that our treatment plan matches your goals for your life.
As a former Army officer and oncology nurse, I've spent a lot of time with people at their best and at their most challenging moments. Those experiences helped shape my outlook on life as well as medicine, and I changed focus to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. It is my hope to help people engage and find contentment in their lives prior to being confronted with a life-changing moment like a cancer diagnosis. I realize that we all come with our own stories and have travelled our own paths; my goal is to meet you where you wherever you are and work with you to get you where you want to go.
As a board-certified nurse practitioner, my focus is on medication management, but our office is unique in that we take the time to see you as an individual, so that our treatment plan matches your goals for your life.
As a former Army officer and oncology nurse, I've spent a lot of time with people at their best and at their most challenging moments. Those experiences helped shape my outlook on life as well as medicine, and I changed focus to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. It is my hope to help people engage and find contentment in their lives prior to being confronted with a life-changing moment like a cancer diagnosis. I realize that we all come with our own stories and have travelled our own paths; my goal is to meet you where you wherever you are and work with you to get you where you want to go.
(804) 719-4277 View (804) 719-4277
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Manjit Sangha
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MBA, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
With expertise in psychiatric medication management, I collaborate closely with individuals to find the most appropriate and effective medication regimen, when needed. I provide psychoeducation, empowering individuals to understand their conditions and make informed decisions regarding their mental health.My goal is to provide patient-centered holistic mental health approach that ensures that you and your family's preferences, values, cultural traditions, and socioeconomic conditions are respected. I treats all general psychiatric issues, with a clinical focus on depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other mood disorder.
With expertise in psychiatric medication management, I collaborate closely with individuals to find the most appropriate and effective medication regimen, when needed. I provide psychoeducation, empowering individuals to understand their conditions and make informed decisions regarding their mental health.My goal is to provide patient-centered holistic mental health approach that ensures that you and your family's preferences, values, cultural traditions, and socioeconomic conditions are respected. I treats all general psychiatric issues, with a clinical focus on depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other mood disorder.
(804) 534-2745 View (804) 534-2745
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Binta Bojang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
I offer psychiatric evaluation and medication management for a range psychiatric disorders including ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Schizoaffective disorder, Bipolar disorders, Irritability issues, PTSD, trauma, OCD and many more.
I am accepting new patients. I don't take Virginia Medicaid. I am Dr. Binta Bojang, CRNP, PMHNP. I have more than 18 years’ experience in healthcare with varied experiences including medical and mental health care. I specialize in the treatment of both children and adults. I provide medication management for all mental health disorders. The initial appointment is very comprehensive and it takes 30 mins to 45 mins. Medication is prescribed based upon client preference and need, and the client is closely monitored monthly until stable on the medication. Follow up appointments are usually 20 mins to 30 mins.
I offer psychiatric evaluation and medication management for a range psychiatric disorders including ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Schizoaffective disorder, Bipolar disorders, Irritability issues, PTSD, trauma, OCD and many more.
I am accepting new patients. I don't take Virginia Medicaid. I am Dr. Binta Bojang, CRNP, PMHNP. I have more than 18 years’ experience in healthcare with varied experiences including medical and mental health care. I specialize in the treatment of both children and adults. I provide medication management for all mental health disorders. The initial appointment is very comprehensive and it takes 30 mins to 45 mins. Medication is prescribed based upon client preference and need, and the client is closely monitored monthly until stable on the medication. Follow up appointments are usually 20 mins to 30 mins.
(804) 446-6955 View (804) 446-6955

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Medication Management Psychiatrists

What are the most effective ways to manage medications?

One of the most effective ways a patient can manage their medications is to keep a list of each drug and dosage they take. Such a list can be helpful in keeping to their schedule and can also be something they bring to their psychiatrist or other physician so that the healthcare provider has a clear picture of what they’re taking and in what quantity. Using a pill organizer can be useful for memory and organization. Patients should discuss their medications and their effects at every appointment.

What are the risks if medications are not managed properly?

A suboptimal approach to medication management can lead to potentially harmful health outcomes. Most psychiatric drugs have side effects, and if a patient is not aware of them, they may seek additional medical help or over the counter or prescription drugs to treat the side effects, which may have its own side effects, a process called “prescription cascade.” Another risk to disorganization is that a psychiatrist without full knowledge of a patient’s regimen could prescribe a medication that should not be mixed with a patient’s existing drugs.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to get help managing their medications?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing medication management as a tool for improving their life and avoiding dangerous side effects. Offering specific examples of an individual’s failure to properly manage their medication regimen should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to break management down into parts, and there are several apps that can be used to organize which drugs are ingested, when they need to be refilled, and how they should be stored.

Are there natural treatments that can replace medications?

While there are many medications that can be vital to mental health, there are some natural lifestyle changes that can help reduce the need for drugs. Regular exercise, good sleep habits, a healthy diet, and therapy can all go a long way in symptom relief. Psychiatric medications typically treat symptoms but do not necessarily treat the cause of the condition. Many clinicians consider medications an adjunct to treatment rather than a treatment in and of itself.