Medication Management Therapists in New Bedford, MA
We have immediate availability with both male and female therapists. We also have onsite medication management available! Trauma, anxiety, stress, relationship issues and job concerns are just to name a few that life is good at bringing our way! These few areas and more can bog us down and begin to create ever increasing problems. Counseling is a great way to progress through what life sends our way.
We have immediate availability with both male and female therapists. We also have onsite medication management available! Trauma, anxiety, stress, relationship issues and job concerns are just to name a few that life is good at bringing our way! These few areas and more can bog us down and begin to create ever increasing problems. Counseling is a great way to progress through what life sends our way.
Alexis Baird received her BS in Hospitality Management at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst before becoming a nurse practitioner and receiving BS and MSN from Regis College in 2007. Alexis is experienced in family medicine, diabetes management, managing psychiatric illnesses across the lifespan, as well as extensive practice in geriatrics and substance abuse management. Alexis is currently studying to receive her PMHNP certification.
Alexis Baird received her BS in Hospitality Management at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst before becoming a nurse practitioner and receiving BS and MSN from Regis College in 2007. Alexis is experienced in family medicine, diabetes management, managing psychiatric illnesses across the lifespan, as well as extensive practice in geriatrics and substance abuse management. Alexis is currently studying to receive her PMHNP certification.
Stephen R Ricco
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC1, LCDP
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02746 (Online Only)
Stephen Ricco MS, LCDP, CCS is a Certified Advanced Chemical Dependency Professional licensed in Massachusetts. Steve has worked in the field of addiction since 2016, with extensive experience in the following levels of care: inpatient, outpatient including medicated assisted treatment, residential, and intensive outpatient services. Steve employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and Strength Based techniques to promote healthy behavior change. Recognizing behavior change can be challenging however achievable. Together we will build resiliency and positive coping skills to lead healthier, productive lives.
Stephen Ricco MS, LCDP, CCS is a Certified Advanced Chemical Dependency Professional licensed in Massachusetts. Steve has worked in the field of addiction since 2016, with extensive experience in the following levels of care: inpatient, outpatient including medicated assisted treatment, residential, and intensive outpatient services. Steve employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and Strength Based techniques to promote healthy behavior change. Recognizing behavior change can be challenging however achievable. Together we will build resiliency and positive coping skills to lead healthier, productive lives.
Clients who contact me typically have unresolved trauma that has led to illicit substance use. Clients express a desire to feel better in order to stop self-medicating with illicit drugs and/or alcohol.
Clients who contact me typically have unresolved trauma that has led to illicit substance use. Clients express a desire to feel better in order to stop self-medicating with illicit drugs and/or alcohol.
Burns Fortes Consulting, LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADCI
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02740
John Fortes III has spent a lifetime helping to empower and improve the lives of others, through counseling and outreach services. John has worked with countless individuals, and helped them overcome the difficulties associated with their addiction. John believes that through helping others we improve the quality of life for our community and those effected with substance use and mental health.
John Fortes III has spent a lifetime helping to empower and improve the lives of others, through counseling and outreach services. John has worked with countless individuals, and helped them overcome the difficulties associated with their addiction. John believes that through helping others we improve the quality of life for our community and those effected with substance use and mental health.
Chika Ego Njoku-Francois
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC 1
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02745 (Online Only)
My name is Chika. I am a Master's level, Licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor/clinician/therapist. Who said once an addict is always an addict. My primary goal/concern is to help discover who you are before recovery. To help you identify your triggers and situations/events that could endanger continued abstinence. To cope rather than using illicit substances by tapping in your inner strength. To help/assist people struggling with Career Difficulties, Addiction /Substance Use/Co-Occurring, Anger Management, Anxiety, Codependence, Coping Skills, Depression, Stress Management & Mood Disorders. A minimum of 6 months for best results.
My name is Chika. I am a Master's level, Licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor/clinician/therapist. Who said once an addict is always an addict. My primary goal/concern is to help discover who you are before recovery. To help you identify your triggers and situations/events that could endanger continued abstinence. To cope rather than using illicit substances by tapping in your inner strength. To help/assist people struggling with Career Difficulties, Addiction /Substance Use/Co-Occurring, Anger Management, Anxiety, Codependence, Coping Skills, Depression, Stress Management & Mood Disorders. A minimum of 6 months for best results.
Fight Back addiction and mental health counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, M, Ed, LADC
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02740
Tracey Ward, M Ed, LADC 1, is a enthusiastic counselor whom offers versatile strengths in her practice. Her education, training and personal experiences allows her the ability to work with individuals of all ages and challenges. Mood swings, anxiety, relationships, depression, substance abuse matters , as well as group work are some of her specialties. It is her belief that people need to be validated, respected and heard, to feel valued and productive. She strives to assist people in meeting their goals effectively, by improving sense of self and wellbeing.
Tracey Ward, M Ed, LADC 1, is a enthusiastic counselor whom offers versatile strengths in her practice. Her education, training and personal experiences allows her the ability to work with individuals of all ages and challenges. Mood swings, anxiety, relationships, depression, substance abuse matters , as well as group work are some of her specialties. It is her belief that people need to be validated, respected and heard, to feel valued and productive. She strives to assist people in meeting their goals effectively, by improving sense of self and wellbeing.
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In the past, I have enjoyed working with individuals with a history of traumatic experiences, substance use, interpersonal difficulties, and psychosis. I enjoy working on goals with clients that involve cognitive restructuring and skills building. Additionally, I enjoy short-term solution-focused goals.
In the past, I have enjoyed working with individuals with a history of traumatic experiences, substance use, interpersonal difficulties, and psychosis. I enjoy working on goals with clients that involve cognitive restructuring and skills building. Additionally, I enjoy short-term solution-focused goals.
Susan Beavan Oliver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, MA 02790
Congratulations for choosing to enter into therapy! It is not easy to accept that life has become unmanageable and that you need help. Through our partnership you will learn new ways of responding to your feelings and your problems. We will work to identify what is working in your life and what is not and how all your experiences have molded you into who you are today. It is my honor to share your journey with you. BCBS/Tufts/Optum and private pay. Please send Inquires via email.
Congratulations for choosing to enter into therapy! It is not easy to accept that life has become unmanageable and that you need help. Through our partnership you will learn new ways of responding to your feelings and your problems. We will work to identify what is working in your life and what is not and how all your experiences have molded you into who you are today. It is my honor to share your journey with you. BCBS/Tufts/Optum and private pay. Please send Inquires via email.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I enjoy working with people who are struggling with substance use, whether they are just beginning to question their use and habits or they have experienced chronic relapse and feel hopeless. I believe part of that process is ensuring they are informed of options available and helping them discover their “why.” I have experience supporting people in identifying their strengths, finding coping skills, and creating measurable, attainable goals. I am skilled at navigating treatment systems/levels of care in Massachusetts. I have experience with medical detoxification protocols and can discuss options for medication-supported treatment.
I enjoy working with people who are struggling with substance use, whether they are just beginning to question their use and habits or they have experienced chronic relapse and feel hopeless. I believe part of that process is ensuring they are informed of options available and helping them discover their “why.” I have experience supporting people in identifying their strengths, finding coping skills, and creating measurable, attainable goals. I am skilled at navigating treatment systems/levels of care in Massachusetts. I have experience with medical detoxification protocols and can discuss options for medication-supported treatment.
Online Therapists
Northeast Center for Youth & Families
LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Easthampton, MA 01027
We also offer In-Home Therapy Services for children and families as well as Psychiatric Services for medication management.
NCYF offers a wide range of clinical options to children, teens, adults, and families. All of our clinical services are informed by evidence-based practices and services are delivered in a way that focuses on compassion and a respect for an individual's past trauma.
We also offer In-Home Therapy Services for children and families as well as Psychiatric Services for medication management.
NCYF offers a wide range of clinical options to children, teens, adults, and families. All of our clinical services are informed by evidence-based practices and services are delivered in a way that focuses on compassion and a respect for an individual's past trauma.
Northeast Health Services - Quincy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Quincy, MA 02171
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local area of Foxborough. At our Foxborough clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local area of Foxborough. At our Foxborough clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
Alliance Lifetime Mental Health is an outpatient mental health clinic with locations in Lawrence, MA and Bedford, NH. We provide services for children, adolescents and adults seeking mental health services and support. We are committed to delivering quality services to the communities we serve. We offer counseling and medication management services with appointments offered both in office and via telehealth. Spanish speaking counselors are available!
Alliance Lifetime Mental Health is an outpatient mental health clinic with locations in Lawrence, MA and Bedford, NH. We provide services for children, adolescents and adults seeking mental health services and support. We are committed to delivering quality services to the communities we serve. We offer counseling and medication management services with appointments offered both in office and via telehealth. Spanish speaking counselors are available!
We offer psychotherapy and psychotropic medical evaluations, consults, and medication management for individuals with intellectual and neurodevelopmental disabilities, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorders, substance use, and other chronic mental illnesses.
At NewVision Healthcare Group we educate, not medicate! We are a private practice specializing in Psychiatry/Mental/Behavioral Health using a patient centered approach. Our goal is to provide clients with the education, resources and psychosocial support they need, in order to make an informed decision about their mental health. We work with individuals with neurocognitive and intellectual disabilities as well as depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorders, substance use and other chronic mental illnesses.
We offer psychotherapy and psychotropic medical evaluations, consults, and medication management for individuals with intellectual and neurodevelopmental disabilities, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorders, substance use, and other chronic mental illnesses.
At NewVision Healthcare Group we educate, not medicate! We are a private practice specializing in Psychiatry/Mental/Behavioral Health using a patient centered approach. Our goal is to provide clients with the education, resources and psychosocial support they need, in order to make an informed decision about their mental health. We work with individuals with neurocognitive and intellectual disabilities as well as depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorders, substance use and other chronic mental illnesses.
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local area of Danvers. At our Danvers clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local area of Danvers. At our Danvers clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
Hi there, my name is Elizabeth and I'm a Family Nurse Practitioner! I am an experienced NP of 9 years and am accepting new clients for medication management. My goals are to serve clients by providing a safe environment to set goals and reach them. My specialty is working with each individual person and providing care to the individual with evidence based care.
Hi there, my name is Elizabeth and I'm a Family Nurse Practitioner! I am an experienced NP of 9 years and am accepting new clients for medication management. My goals are to serve clients by providing a safe environment to set goals and reach them. My specialty is working with each individual person and providing care to the individual with evidence based care.
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local area of Marlborough. At our Marlborough clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and medication management.
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local area of Marlborough. At our Marlborough clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and medication management.
Our service include Individual Therapy, Couple Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Medication Management, Comprehensive Diagnostic, Evaluation/Assessment, In-Home Therapy, Children, Youth and Family Services, Therapeutic Monitoring Program, Community Support Programs.
Our behavioral health care practice offers services to all people including, low-income, migrant and refugee communities in the greater Boston Area and Springfield, Massachusetts. Our Focus is to provide a cost-effective, quality treatment to wide spectrum of society that may not have access to quality, comprehensive care. Our mission is to provide an opportunity for underserved children, young people, families, and individuals to promote and strengthen their mental, spiritual, and physical health.
Our service include Individual Therapy, Couple Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Medication Management, Comprehensive Diagnostic, Evaluation/Assessment, In-Home Therapy, Children, Youth and Family Services, Therapeutic Monitoring Program, Community Support Programs.
Our behavioral health care practice offers services to all people including, low-income, migrant and refugee communities in the greater Boston Area and Springfield, Massachusetts. Our Focus is to provide a cost-effective, quality treatment to wide spectrum of society that may not have access to quality, comprehensive care. Our mission is to provide an opportunity for underserved children, young people, families, and individuals to promote and strengthen their mental, spiritual, and physical health.
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Medication Management Therapists
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.