Medication Management
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What is Medication Management?
Many mental health conditions can be treated by prescription medications, and those who are prescribed medications must work carefully with a mental healthcare provider to ensure that their medications are working safely and properly.
Not all psychiatric medications are effective for every individual. It’s important to find the right medication and dosage for you.
Medication management is the ongoing process of evaluation and monitoring of a medication’s side effects, results and interactions with other medications.
How does Medication Management Work?
Struggling with Depression
Meet with a provider to review your history, symptoms, and past treatments to find the right medication management plan for depression.
Personalized Care
Your provider adjusts dosage or prescribes new mental health medications based on your unique needs and response.
Fewer Side Effects, Better Outcomes
Ongoing monitoring helps reduce antidepressant side effects and improve treatment effectiveness over time.
How does Medication Management Work?
Struggling with Depression
Have not responded to antidepressants or traditional treatments.
Prefer a Non-Invasive Option
Seeking an alternative to medication or invasive procedures.
Minimal Medication Side Effects
Experience unwanted side effects from antidepressants.
Psychiatric Evaluation:
STEP 1: Complete your Evaluation
Meet with a licensed psychiatric provider for a comprehensive mental health evaluation and personalized treatment plan.
STEP 2: Begin Your Treatment
Start your recommended care, which may include medication management, therapy, or other mental health services tailored to your needs.
STEP 3: Experience Long-term relief
With ongoing support and follow-up, your treatment plan helps you manage symptoms and improve your overall mental health.
Have more questions about medication management?
What is medication management at BestMind Behavioral Health?
BestMind Behavioral Health provides comprehensive psychiatric medication management. Our licensed psychiatrists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners offer ongoing medication monitoring, dosage adjustments, and side effect management. Psychiatric medication management in Oregon and Washington includes both in-person and telehealth appointments with appointment availability within 3–4 days for new patients.
Why is medication management important?
Medication management at BestMind Behavioral Health ensures optimal treatment outcomes for mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, and PTSD. Our providers at Portland, Northeast Portland, Salem, Bend, Clackamas, Eugene, and Vancouver monitor medication effectiveness, manage side effects, and adjust treatment plans. Professional medication management helps maximize benefits while minimizing risks throughout Oregon and Washington.
How do I prepare for a medication management appointment?
Bring a list of your current medications and dosages, notes on what has or hasn’t worked before, and be ready to discuss side effects or changes. This helps your provider at BestMind Behavioral Health clinics in Oregon and Washington give safe, effective care.
