Medication Management Therapists in 23059

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Resilience Counseling & Social Skills Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
Resilience Counseling & Social Skills Center was founded on the principle that all individuals will face challenges in life, and we all posses the ability to overcome them. However, sometimes circumstances can feel overwhelming and we struggle to manage the realities of everyday life. This is when feelings of depression, anxiety and hopelessness can begin to dominate our daily reality. The good news is, by combining scientifically proven methods, you can build the resilience skills necessary to thrive, no matter what circumstances you face. We offer counseling, psychological testing and psychiatric medication management services.
Resilience Counseling & Social Skills Center was founded on the principle that all individuals will face challenges in life, and we all posses the ability to overcome them. However, sometimes circumstances can feel overwhelming and we struggle to manage the realities of everyday life. This is when feelings of depression, anxiety and hopelessness can begin to dominate our daily reality. The good news is, by combining scientifically proven methods, you can build the resilience skills necessary to thrive, no matter what circumstances you face. We offer counseling, psychological testing and psychiatric medication management services.
(540) 296-2844 View (540) 296-2844
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Alexi Holder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
Seeing your child struggle is heartbreaking: you are not alone. Whether your child is having difficulty fitting in at school or dealing with trauma, no issue is too big or small to seek help. Partnering with a therapist can provide a safe space for your child to learn and grow as well as a place where you can feel supported as a parent. My goal is to develop a relationship with your child to better understand what approaches “click” with them. I use a variety of techniques to assist youth in managing their emotions and learn new skills to help them navigate the world around them, including evidenced-based play therapy interventions.
Seeing your child struggle is heartbreaking: you are not alone. Whether your child is having difficulty fitting in at school or dealing with trauma, no issue is too big or small to seek help. Partnering with a therapist can provide a safe space for your child to learn and grow as well as a place where you can feel supported as a parent. My goal is to develop a relationship with your child to better understand what approaches “click” with them. I use a variety of techniques to assist youth in managing their emotions and learn new skills to help them navigate the world around them, including evidenced-based play therapy interventions.
(540) 613-1894 View (540) 613-1894
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Kimbely Williams
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
Are you experiencing feelings of hopelessness, shame and guilt? Struggling with anxiety and depressive symptoms associated with life's circumstances? Do you want a new start and need support without being judged by your past? Having an innate passion for people, I believe that your best self develops after experiencing life's challenges. I will meet you where you are, and from a Christian perspective if requested, will provide you with the tools necessary to find your purpose from the power within you.
Are you experiencing feelings of hopelessness, shame and guilt? Struggling with anxiety and depressive symptoms associated with life's circumstances? Do you want a new start and need support without being judged by your past? Having an innate passion for people, I believe that your best self develops after experiencing life's challenges. I will meet you where you are, and from a Christian perspective if requested, will provide you with the tools necessary to find your purpose from the power within you.
(804) 977-0113 View (804) 977-0113

Medication Management Therapists

What are the most effective ways to manage medications?

One of the most effective ways a patient can manage their medications is to keep a list of each drug and dosage they take. Such a list can be helpful in keeping to their schedule and can also be something they bring to their psychiatrist or other physician so that the healthcare provider has a clear picture of what they’re taking and in what quantity. Using a pill organizer can be useful for memory and organization. Patients should discuss their medications and their effects at every appointment.

What are the risks if medications are not managed properly?

A suboptimal approach to medication management can lead to potentially harmful health outcomes. Most psychiatric drugs have side effects, and if a patient is not aware of them, they may seek additional medical help or over the counter or prescription drugs to treat the side effects, which may have its own side effects, a process called “prescription cascade.” Another risk to disorganization is that a psychiatrist without full knowledge of a patient’s regimen could prescribe a medication that should not be mixed with a patient’s existing drugs.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to get help managing their medications?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing medication management as a tool for improving their life and avoiding dangerous side effects. Offering specific examples of an individual’s failure to properly manage their medication regimen should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to break management down into parts, and there are several apps that can be used to organize which drugs are ingested, when they need to be refilled, and how they should be stored.

Are there natural treatments that can replace medications?

While there are many medications that can be vital to mental health, there are some natural lifestyle changes that can help reduce the need for drugs. Regular exercise, good sleep habits, a healthy diet, and therapy can all go a long way in symptom relief. Psychiatric medications typically treat symptoms but do not necessarily treat the cause of the condition. Many clinicians consider medications an adjunct to treatment rather than a treatment in and of itself.