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Robert E Sands
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98409
I am a 70 year old developmental Psychiatrist who practices evaluation, psychotherapy and medication management in a private pay outpatient office. I see child, adolescent and adult patients with AD/HD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders and complex psychiatric cases.I do not bill insurance but instead, I provide you a "super bill" that shows payment and enables you to recoup your costs out of network. Nothing is better than an individualized interactive assessment (with all due respect for checklists). I am trained in a wide variety of psychotherapy approaches and try and find the ones that apply to each patient.
I am a 70 year old developmental Psychiatrist who practices evaluation, psychotherapy and medication management in a private pay outpatient office. I see child, adolescent and adult patients with AD/HD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders and complex psychiatric cases.I do not bill insurance but instead, I provide you a "super bill" that shows payment and enables you to recoup your costs out of network. Nothing is better than an individualized interactive assessment (with all due respect for checklists). I am trained in a wide variety of psychotherapy approaches and try and find the ones that apply to each patient.
(253) 248-7288 View (253) 248-7288
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Mindful Health Solutions
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98444
I take a collaborative approach with my patients. I like to know what my patients’ goals are so I can tailor the treatment to help them achieve their goals as much as possible. Knowing what’s important to my patients helps me know what treatments to recommend or when to suggest a change to the treatment. I find that patients experience the most success if they are open to talking about their treatment options.
I take a collaborative approach with my patients. I like to know what my patients’ goals are so I can tailor the treatment to help them achieve their goals as much as possible. Knowing what’s important to my patients helps me know what treatments to recommend or when to suggest a change to the treatment. I find that patients experience the most success if they are open to talking about their treatment options.
(206) 222-6136 View (206) 222-6136
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Mindful Health Solutions
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98444
My ideal patient is someone who is willing to collaborate with me to create the best treatment plan possible for their unique needs. I enjoy answering questions so each patient understands the process. I also aspire to be a supportive ally for patients who are LGBTQIA+ or from any other minority community.
My ideal patient is someone who is willing to collaborate with me to create the best treatment plan possible for their unique needs. I enjoy answering questions so each patient understands the process. I also aspire to be a supportive ally for patients who are LGBTQIA+ or from any other minority community.
(206) 590-4271 View (206) 590-4271
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Jibran Ahmed
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98444
I'm passionate about the importance of people having easy access to mental healthcare. Before joining the healthcare field, I taught in low-income and underserved communities. Seeing the impact that a lack of mental healthcare had in these areas drove me to return to school and begin a career focused on providing that much-needed care. In my eyes, treatment can significantly increase the quality of life both mentally as well as physically.
I'm passionate about the importance of people having easy access to mental healthcare. Before joining the healthcare field, I taught in low-income and underserved communities. Seeing the impact that a lack of mental healthcare had in these areas drove me to return to school and begin a career focused on providing that much-needed care. In my eyes, treatment can significantly increase the quality of life both mentally as well as physically.
(206) 984-3618 View (206) 984-3618

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Dr. Diana Woodall
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98117  (Online Only)
I offer the following services: 1) Psychiatric Evaluations 2) Medication Management 3) Combined Psychotherapy/ Medication Management.
SAME/ NEXT Week Appointments - I am a board certified psychiatrist committed to providing individualized care to each patient, with an emphasis on empathetic listening and collaboration. My goal in working with patients is to empower each individual to harness their unique strengths and to foster self-actualization and resiliency. My treatment approach is integrative, often combining various modalities including medications, psychotherapy, medical/diagnostic labwork, nutrition, exercise, and other wellness focused approaches catered to each individual's values.
I offer the following services: 1) Psychiatric Evaluations 2) Medication Management 3) Combined Psychotherapy/ Medication Management.
SAME/ NEXT Week Appointments - I am a board certified psychiatrist committed to providing individualized care to each patient, with an emphasis on empathetic listening and collaboration. My goal in working with patients is to empower each individual to harness their unique strengths and to foster self-actualization and resiliency. My treatment approach is integrative, often combining various modalities including medications, psychotherapy, medical/diagnostic labwork, nutrition, exercise, and other wellness focused approaches catered to each individual's values.
(206) 759-2259 View (206) 759-2259
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Queen Idowu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, AGNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98121
I specialize in assessing, diagnosing and treating various mental health conditions and conducting medication management.
As a double board-certified Lifespan Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) & Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), I have a commitment to providing comprehensive care to individuals with complex psychiatric conditions. With over 13 years of experience in the medical and psychiatric fields, I have the expertise in treating a diverse range of patients. With my extensive medical & psychiatric knowledge, I take a biopsychosocial holistic approach to provide a package of medication management and group therapy for various conditions. Feel free to ask about my group therapy sessions!
I specialize in assessing, diagnosing and treating various mental health conditions and conducting medication management.
As a double board-certified Lifespan Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) & Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), I have a commitment to providing comprehensive care to individuals with complex psychiatric conditions. With over 13 years of experience in the medical and psychiatric fields, I have the expertise in treating a diverse range of patients. With my extensive medical & psychiatric knowledge, I take a biopsychosocial holistic approach to provide a package of medication management and group therapy for various conditions. Feel free to ask about my group therapy sessions!
(346) 384-8922 View (346) 384-8922
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Sandra F. Carrier
Psychiatric Nurse, MSN, ARNP
Verified Verified
Everett, WA 98201
Welcome! I am an adult psychiatric nurse practitioner in private practice. I provide evaluations, medication management, and individual therapy. I require ALL POTENTIAL NEW CLIENTS TO ASK THEIR CURRENT PROVIDER TO SEND A REFERRAL BY FAX to 1-425-449-4091. I am accepting FAXED REFERRALS ONLY. Emails through Psychology Today will NOT receive a response.
Welcome! I am an adult psychiatric nurse practitioner in private practice. I provide evaluations, medication management, and individual therapy. I require ALL POTENTIAL NEW CLIENTS TO ASK THEIR CURRENT PROVIDER TO SEND A REFERRAL BY FAX to 1-425-449-4091. I am accepting FAXED REFERRALS ONLY. Emails through Psychology Today will NOT receive a response.
(425) 598-0327 View (425) 598-0327
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Anna Long
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103  (Online Only)
All our providers offer both medication management & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Anna and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Washington. I specialize in Anxiety, Bipolar, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Depression, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, LGBTQIA+ Care, Life Transitions, Loss/Grief, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Sexual Health/Dysfuntion, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Stress Management and Women's Issues. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
All our providers offer both medication management & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Anna and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Washington. I specialize in Anxiety, Bipolar, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Depression, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, LGBTQIA+ Care, Life Transitions, Loss/Grief, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Sexual Health/Dysfuntion, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Stress Management and Women's Issues. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
(206) 202-4647 View (206) 202-4647
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Michael Weeks MD MSW Pllc
Psychiatrist, MD, MSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98105
For those seeking a psychotherapist who values the complexity of the human experience and offers medication management when truly advantageous, please reach out.
With a rich background in mental health, I bring a unique blend of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, addiction specialist, and educator in psychology. However, at the heart of my practice, I am a dedicated psychotherapist. My journey in medicine, culminating in my board certification in Psychiatry in Washington State in 2017, has always been driven by a passion for understanding and nurturing the human psyche. While I am equipped to prescribe medication when it supports treatment, my primary focus is on delivering comprehensive psychodynamic psychotherapy for optimal patient care.
For those seeking a psychotherapist who values the complexity of the human experience and offers medication management when truly advantageous, please reach out.
With a rich background in mental health, I bring a unique blend of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, addiction specialist, and educator in psychology. However, at the heart of my practice, I am a dedicated psychotherapist. My journey in medicine, culminating in my board certification in Psychiatry in Washington State in 2017, has always been driven by a passion for understanding and nurturing the human psyche. While I am equipped to prescribe medication when it supports treatment, my primary focus is on delivering comprehensive psychodynamic psychotherapy for optimal patient care.
(206) 565-0641 View (206) 565-0641
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Lindsey Oleksa @Prisma Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, APNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98057
I provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment for a wide variety of mental health conditions using a holistic approach that integrates medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes, to address the many factors impacting your wellbeing.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my approach draws from the work of the neurologist, Oliver Sacks, whose work emphasized the complex relationship between the individual and their condition. Echoing his belief that the understanding of a person's health cannot be disentangled from understanding their personal narrative, I strive to first understand clients on a personal level. To me, careful consideration of each client's story, health history, and personal circumstances are integral to providing personalized care.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment for a wide variety of mental health conditions using a holistic approach that integrates medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes, to address the many factors impacting your wellbeing.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my approach draws from the work of the neurologist, Oliver Sacks, whose work emphasized the complex relationship between the individual and their condition. Echoing his belief that the understanding of a person's health cannot be disentangled from understanding their personal narrative, I strive to first understand clients on a personal level. To me, careful consideration of each client's story, health history, and personal circumstances are integral to providing personalized care.
(425) 295-2857 View (425) 295-2857
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Malia Alexander
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burien, WA 98166
Welcome. I'm glad you're here. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. If you're ready to take steps toward improving your emotional well-being, I'm here to help. In our collaborative process, I assess and diagnose mental health conditions, as well as prescribe and manage medications to improve symptoms. In the course of our visits, we will discuss symptoms, review medication options and consider what other factors are impacting your overall well being. My patients have a variety of needs, including brief medication focused visits, as well as longer sessions where we blend therapy with our medication management.
Welcome. I'm glad you're here. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. If you're ready to take steps toward improving your emotional well-being, I'm here to help. In our collaborative process, I assess and diagnose mental health conditions, as well as prescribe and manage medications to improve symptoms. In the course of our visits, we will discuss symptoms, review medication options and consider what other factors are impacting your overall well being. My patients have a variety of needs, including brief medication focused visits, as well as longer sessions where we blend therapy with our medication management.
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Katie Rose Kern
Psychiatric Nurse, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98057  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP), graduating from Oregon Health & Science University in 2008. I provide assessment, diagnosis, brief therapy, and medication management. I work with those 18 years and older with the following conditions: depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, bipolar, obsessions & compulsions, anger and psychotic disorders.
I am a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP), graduating from Oregon Health & Science University in 2008. I provide assessment, diagnosis, brief therapy, and medication management. I work with those 18 years and older with the following conditions: depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, bipolar, obsessions & compulsions, anger and psychotic disorders.
(425) 279-7266 View (425) 279-7266
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Fatima Omar
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP, BC, ARNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103  (Online Only)
All our providers offer both medication management & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Fatima Omar and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Washington. I specialize in anxiety, bipolar, depression, insomnia/sleep issues, seasonal affective disorder and stress management. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
All our providers offer both medication management & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Fatima Omar and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Washington. I specialize in anxiety, bipolar, depression, insomnia/sleep issues, seasonal affective disorder and stress management. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
(206) 678-0443 View (206) 678-0443
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Rachel Crothers
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98105  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed physician and board-certified psychiatrist who provides psychotherapy and medication management to individual adults. My approach to treatment is empathic, collaborative, holistic, and in-depth. My style is warm, engaging and interactive. My goal is to help you heal as well as to find greater authenticity, purpose and meaning in life. I provide a compassionate and safe space where we can understand and change patterns that are no longer serving you, support you through life transitions, and work together to help you heal and reach greater authenticity and meaning in life.
I am a licensed physician and board-certified psychiatrist who provides psychotherapy and medication management to individual adults. My approach to treatment is empathic, collaborative, holistic, and in-depth. My style is warm, engaging and interactive. My goal is to help you heal as well as to find greater authenticity, purpose and meaning in life. I provide a compassionate and safe space where we can understand and change patterns that are no longer serving you, support you through life transitions, and work together to help you heal and reach greater authenticity and meaning in life.
(510) 826-3658 View (510) 826-3658
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Jacob Markovitz
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107
I provide comprehensive assessments, psychotherapy, and psychoanalysis with or without medication management for adults aged 18 years or older.
I am a licensed psychiatrist with a particular interest in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. The minds and characters of people are infinitely varied and complex. This creates subtle but vital differences in the way that any two people manifest problematic thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. Consequently, I believe that effective treatment requires a genuine understanding and appreciation of the person seeking assistance, not just rout knowledge of the symptoms for which he or she seeks help. Psychotherapy aims to deepen an individual's self-awareness. Greater insight can decrease painful symptoms, resolve problematic patterns of behavior, and cultivate meaning in life.
I provide comprehensive assessments, psychotherapy, and psychoanalysis with or without medication management for adults aged 18 years or older.
I am a licensed psychiatrist with a particular interest in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. The minds and characters of people are infinitely varied and complex. This creates subtle but vital differences in the way that any two people manifest problematic thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. Consequently, I believe that effective treatment requires a genuine understanding and appreciation of the person seeking assistance, not just rout knowledge of the symptoms for which he or she seeks help. Psychotherapy aims to deepen an individual's self-awareness. Greater insight can decrease painful symptoms, resolve problematic patterns of behavior, and cultivate meaning in life.
(206) 823-1533 View (206) 823-1533
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Dr T Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Everett, WA 98208  (Online Only)
I conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication management--and in selected cases--I conduct insight-oriented therapy or "here and now" cognitive individual psychotherapy.
In these times of COVID-19 Are you feeling Anxious and WORRIED? Do you feel depressed? Have your previous treatments failed? Are you experiencing problems remembering things and maintaining a normal weight? Do you suffer from panic attacks, anxiety, trauma issues? Do you experience painful shyness? Are you haunted by unexplained physical symptoms and the doctors have said that "it is all in your head?" I am here to help you.
I conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication management--and in selected cases--I conduct insight-oriented therapy or "here and now" cognitive individual psychotherapy.
In these times of COVID-19 Are you feeling Anxious and WORRIED? Do you feel depressed? Have your previous treatments failed? Are you experiencing problems remembering things and maintaining a normal weight? Do you suffer from panic attacks, anxiety, trauma issues? Do you experience painful shyness? Are you haunted by unexplained physical symptoms and the doctors have said that "it is all in your head?" I am here to help you.
(425) 312-6188 View (425) 312-6188
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Dao Nguyen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103  (Online Only)
All our providers offer both medication management & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Dao and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Washington. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
All our providers offer both medication management & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Dao and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Washington. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
(206) 258-6233 View (206) 258-6233
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Jessica England ARNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043  (Online Only)
Brief counseling is provided during medication management appointments when appropriate.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I work with individuals to achieve optimal mental health through collaborative, supportive care. I provide psychiatric diagnostic evaluation, medication management, health education and brief counseling to adults. My specialties include ADHD and OCD. I am limited in my ability to manage clients that have experienced recent hospitalization or have personality or eating disorders and need a high level of support to maintain safety.
Brief counseling is provided during medication management appointments when appropriate.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I work with individuals to achieve optimal mental health through collaborative, supportive care. I provide psychiatric diagnostic evaluation, medication management, health education and brief counseling to adults. My specialties include ADHD and OCD. I am limited in my ability to manage clients that have experienced recent hospitalization or have personality or eating disorders and need a high level of support to maintain safety.
(425) 640-7009 View (425) 640-7009
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Sarah A Pullen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104  (Online Only)
This plan may include a combination of various modalities including medication management, psychotherapy, mindfulness, nutrition, and exercise.
“A tree that is unbending is easily broken.” Lao Tzu (Tao Te Ching). One of Aesop’s fables, “The Oak and the Reeds,” reflects this same idea- that a rigid oak will break in a major storm whereas the flexible reeds live on. We cannot avoid life’s storms, yet we can find ways to weather them and perhaps come out the other side a bit stronger. I believe that the key to this is resilience. It is the ability to spring back from adversity. To face the winds of life while also being strong in one’s core and true to one’s value. And after the storm, to stand up straight and tall, unbroken. My goal is to help you build your resilience.
This plan may include a combination of various modalities including medication management, psychotherapy, mindfulness, nutrition, and exercise.
“A tree that is unbending is easily broken.” Lao Tzu (Tao Te Ching). One of Aesop’s fables, “The Oak and the Reeds,” reflects this same idea- that a rigid oak will break in a major storm whereas the flexible reeds live on. We cannot avoid life’s storms, yet we can find ways to weather them and perhaps come out the other side a bit stronger. I believe that the key to this is resilience. It is the ability to spring back from adversity. To face the winds of life while also being strong in one’s core and true to one’s value. And after the storm, to stand up straight and tall, unbroken. My goal is to help you build your resilience.
(206) 659-1018 View (206) 659-1018
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Honorine Betah
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103  (Online Only)
All our providers offer both medication management & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Honorine and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Washington. I specialize in ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Binge Eating Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, OCD, PTSD, SAD and Stress Management. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
All our providers offer both medication management & therapy in a single appointment to save you time and money.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Honorine and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of Washington. I specialize in ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Binge Eating Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, OCD, PTSD, SAD and Stress Management. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
(206) 672-7861 View (206) 672-7861

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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.