Medication Management Therapists in Cape Town
I am available for consultation on Saturdays and after hours from 17h00-20h00 during the week.
I am available for consultation on Saturdays and after hours from 17h00-20h00 during the week.
Cleopatra Sipika Psych Clinic
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Mandalay 7785
“When the other person is hurting, confused, troubled, anxious, alienated, terrified; or “when he or she is doubtful of self-worth, uncertain as to identity, then understanding is called for. The gentle and sensitive companionship of an empathic stance… provides illumination and healing. In such situations deep understanding is, I believe, the most precious gift one can give to another” - Carl R. Rogers.
“When the other person is hurting, confused, troubled, anxious, alienated, terrified; or “when he or she is doubtful of self-worth, uncertain as to identity, then understanding is called for. The gentle and sensitive companionship of an empathic stance… provides illumination and healing. In such situations deep understanding is, I believe, the most precious gift one can give to another” - Carl R. Rogers.
Let’s work together in finding a solution to your troubles. I am here to help guide, refer, hold your hand, as you take those steps (small steps or baby steps or big steps), you are the driver I am your support system and your support driver in the passenger seat. The answer always lies within us, at times we need clarity and assurance, come let’s do swat analysis of the challenges and win
Let’s work together in finding a solution to your troubles. I am here to help guide, refer, hold your hand, as you take those steps (small steps or baby steps or big steps), you are the driver I am your support system and your support driver in the passenger seat. The answer always lies within us, at times we need clarity and assurance, come let’s do swat analysis of the challenges and win
Working to change the mindset and how we perceive our situations is only one aspect of therapy. I strive to assist my clients in becoming the best version of themselves and to equip them with the ability to thrive in life and not just live it.
Working to change the mindset and how we perceive our situations is only one aspect of therapy. I strive to assist my clients in becoming the best version of themselves and to equip them with the ability to thrive in life and not just live it.
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Medication Management Counsellors
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 organiser can be useful for memory and organisation. 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 disorganisation 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.