Mental Health and Wellness Services
Our Psychiatric Medication Management Process
The journey toward receiving mental health medication begins with an accurate diagnosis of your symptoms. If you’re in Chatsworth and experiencing anxiety, depression, or mood-related challenges, it’s vital to speak with a psychiatrist or licensed mental health provider. Their specialized background ensures the medication prescribed fits your specific condition and needs.
At Family Psychological Services, we take a comprehensive approach for Chatsworth clients that includes thorough diagnostic testing. When paired with psychiatric consultation, this allows us to identify the root of functional difficulties that may be interfering with your job performance, academic responsibilities, or interpersonal relationships.
Here’s what to expect from the psychiatric medication management process:
Initial Evaluation
We start by conducting an in-depth analysis of your symptoms, medical history, and overall psychological well-being.
Diagnostic Testing
This phase highlights areas of functional difficulty that may be affecting your personal, social, or professional life.
Personalized Treatment Plan
After evaluating your needs, we design a psychiatric medication management strategy and incorporate other therapeutic tools suited to your situation.
We Prescribe Psychiatric Medication For:
From medications designed to ease anxiety to those that help stabilize mood, our psychiatric medication management services address a broad spectrum of challenges you may encounter.
Mood Disorders
- Antidepressants: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other alternatives to address symptoms of depression.
- Mood Stabilizers: Used in the treatment of bipolar disorder and various other mood conditions.
Anxiety Disorders
- SSRIs: Commonly prescribed for generalized anxiety disorder and panic-related disorders.
- Common Psychiatric Drugs: Customized to suit your specific anxiety-related mental health concerns.
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Stimulant Medications: Designed to improve concentration and manage hyperactivity.
- Non-Stimulant Options: Ideal for individuals who may not respond well to stimulant treatments.
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 feel psychiatric medication management could support your mental health journey, we invite you to connect with us today. Our compassionate team, including our skilled nurse practitioner, is here to offer the expertise and guidance necessary for successful Psychiatric medication management. At Family Psychological Services, we place the highest importance on your well-being and strive to enhance your quality of life.