Mental Health and Wellness Services

Psychiatric Medication
Management in Thousand Oaks

At Family Psychological Services, we appreciate the importance of mental health medication in helping to stabilize symptoms of patients in Thousand Oaks and restore balance. Whether you’re facing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder, we understand that medication is often a key part of the treatment process for regaining health and normal brain function.

Our Psychiatric Medication Management Process

The initial step toward obtaining psychiatric medications is an accurate diagnosis. If you’re grappling with anxiety or mood disorders, consulting a qualified psychiatrist or mental health professional who specializes in psychiatric care is key. Their expertise will help ensure you are prescribed the most effective medications tailored specifically to your needs.

Our thorough approach includes diagnostic testing, which, in combination with a psychiatric consultation, aids us in identifying functional impairments. These impairments can affect various aspects of your life, such as your professional life, academic performance, and ability to nurture relationships.

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

Initial Evaluation: First, we conduct a complete assessment to better understand your symptoms and medical history.
Diagnostic Testing: This stage involves identifying functional impairments and analyzing their effect on your daily life.
Personalized Treatment Plan: After understanding your specific mental health challenges, we create a treatment plan that combines medication and non-medication options to manage your symptoms.

Medication Management Process Thousand Oaks

We Prescribe Psychiatric Medication in Thousand Oaks For:

Whether you’re managing anxiety or in need of mood stabilizers, our psychiatric medication services are designed to help with a wide array of mental health challenges you may be experiencing.

Mood Disorders

Antidepressants: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other drug options to treat symptoms of depression.
Mood Stabilizers: Used for conditions like bipolar disorder to regulate mood swings.

Anxiety Disorders

SSRIs: Helpful for addressing generalized anxiety disorder and panic attacks.
Common Psychiatric Drugs: Tailored solutions for specific anxiety challenges.

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Stimulant Medications: Focus-enhancing treatments that also reduce hyperactivity.
Non-Stimulant Options: Medications for individuals 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’re considering psychiatric medication as a part of your mental health care plan in Thousand Oaks, we invite you to reach out to us today. Our caring team, alongside our nurse practitioner, will help guide you through your Psychiatric medication management journey. We’re focused on ensuring your well-being and supporting you toward a better quality of life.

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