Mental Health and Wellness Services

Psychiatric Medication
Management in Simi Valley

Family Psychological Services recognizes the significant role that medication can play in stabilizing mental health symptoms and promoting brain health for patients in Simi Valley. Whether you’re managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorders, we understand that medication can be a vital piece of your treatment plan.

Our Psychiatric Medication Management Process

The journey toward finding the right psychiatric medications begins with proper diagnosis. If you’re facing anxiety or mood disorders, consulting a mental health professional or psychiatrist is crucial. Their expertise ensures that you are prescribed the most effective medications tailored to your needs.

Our approach includes diagnostic testing, which, when paired with psychiatric consultation, helps us pinpoint and address functional impairments. These impairments can affect various aspects of your life, from your job and academic performance to the quality of your relationships.

Here’s what to expect from the psychiatric medication management process:

Initial Evaluation: We start by performing a comprehensive assessment to understand your symptoms and medical history.
Diagnostic Testing: This step helps us identify functional impairments and assess their impact on your daily life.
Personalized Treatment Plan: After understanding your specific needs, we develop a treatment plan that includes both medication and non-medication methods to help manage your symptoms.

Medication Management Process Simi Valley

We Prescribe Psychiatric Medication in Simi Valley For:

Our psychiatric medication management service encompasses a broad range of needs, including anti-anxiety medications and mood stabilizers, to address the unique challenges you may be dealing with.

Mood Disorders

Antidepressants: SSRIs and other options to help with the treatment of depressive symptoms.
Mood Stabilizers: Medications designed to manage bipolar disorder and regulate mood shifts.

Anxiety Disorders

SSRIs: Commonly used for generalized anxiety and panic disorders.
Common Psychiatric Drugs: Specialized medications to manage anxiety-related conditions.

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Stimulant Medications: Used to improve concentration while reducing hyperactivity.
Non-Stimulant Options: A suitable choice for individuals who cannot tolerate stimulant medications.

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 might enhance your treatment in Simi Valley, we’re ready to assist. Contact us today and connect with our expert team, which includes a nurse practitioner, who will help guide you in managing your medication. Your health and improved life quality are our top priorities.

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