Mental Health and Wellness Services
Psychiatric Medication
Management in Ojai
At Family Psychological Services, we support individuals in Ojai by recognizing the valuable role that mental health medication can play in achieving emotional and neurological stability. We know that for many people, especially those in Ojai dealing with disorders like ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, or Bipolar Disorder, medication can be a vital component of care. These treatments help restore brain health, ease symptoms, and foster a return to everyday functioning and overall well-being.
Our Psychiatric Medication Management Process
Getting started with psychiatric medication means first establishing the correct diagnosis. If you’re experiencing persistent anxiety or mood swings, meeting with a psychiatrist or licensed clinician is vital to determine the right medication for your needs.
We provide a detailed, layered approach for Ojai clients, including diagnostic assessments and psychiatric consultation. This enables us to pinpoint functional impairments that may be keeping you from reaching your potential at work, in school, or in your personal life.
Here’s what to expect from the psychiatric medication management process:
Initial Evaluation
A careful review of your symptoms, mental history, and lifestyle is conducted to guide next steps.
Diagnostic Testing
We identify how specific impairments are impacting your emotional and behavioral health.
Personalized Treatment Plan
Your treatment plan is shaped around your unique profile, including both medication and alternative interventions.
We Prescribe Psychiatric Medication For:
Our psychiatric medication management services span a wide range of needs, from antianxiety medications to mood stabilizers, providing comprehensive support for your mental health journey.
Mood Disorders
- Antidepressants: Including SSRIs and various other options to treat depression symptoms.
- Mood Stabilizers: Vital for managing bipolar disorder and a range of other mood conditions.
Anxiety Disorders
- SSRIs: Proven treatments for generalized anxiety disorder and panic attacks.
- Common Psychiatric Drugs: Specialized to suit your individual anxiety-related condition.
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Stimulant Medications: Designed to enhance focus and reduce hyperactivity.
- Non-Stimulant Options: A preferred option for those who don’t respond well to stimulants.
Meet Our Psychiatrist and Nurse Practitioners
Nadia Bening, MD, ABPN
Medical Director; Psychiatrist
Stephany Lavigne, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner
Christine Richard, PMHNP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner
Traci Babock, RN, NP
Nurse Practioner
Get Started Today!
If you think psychiatric medication management could be beneficial in your mental health treatment plan, we encourage you to reach out to us today. Our team, including our dedicated nurse practitioner, is here to provide the support and advice you need for an effective psychiatric medication management journey. At Family Psychological Services, your mental well-being and quality of life are our top priorities.
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