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Pain Alternatives Clinic
ND, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98177  (Online Only)
My counseling clinic name is Pain Alternatives because my early practice was primarily in structural medicine. I became interested in mental wellness after years of seeing the inextricable connectedness of mental and physical pain. In my current practice, I use a time-limited dynamic psychotherapy model, and medication prescription and management wherever clinically appropriate. You can come for medication management alone, for counseling alone, or for a combination of medication prescription and management with counseling sessions.
My counseling clinic name is Pain Alternatives because my early practice was primarily in structural medicine. I became interested in mental wellness after years of seeing the inextricable connectedness of mental and physical pain. In my current practice, I use a time-limited dynamic psychotherapy model, and medication prescription and management wherever clinically appropriate. You can come for medication management alone, for counseling alone, or for a combination of medication prescription and management with counseling sessions.
(206) 687-4786 View (206) 687-4786
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Bothell Psychiatric Associates
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98105
At Bothell Psychiatric Associates, we diagnose and manage a wide variety of psychiatric conditions. Our practice focuses on medication management, and our evaluation consists of three one-hour appointments, preferably within a week or two of one another. Our evaluation and treatment are evidence-based and guided by the most up-to-date diagnostic criteria and treatment protocols. If a medication is started or continued at the end of the evaluation, we will recommend follow-up care to monitor for efficacy and side effects. Our office also offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato treatments for qualifying patients.
At Bothell Psychiatric Associates, we diagnose and manage a wide variety of psychiatric conditions. Our practice focuses on medication management, and our evaluation consists of three one-hour appointments, preferably within a week or two of one another. Our evaluation and treatment are evidence-based and guided by the most up-to-date diagnostic criteria and treatment protocols. If a medication is started or continued at the end of the evaluation, we will recommend follow-up care to monitor for efficacy and side effects. Our office also offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato treatments for qualifying patients.
(425) 949-0204 View (425) 949-0204
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Tamar Blau
ND
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103
As a naturopathic doctor, I offer a holistic approach to mental health. I work with patients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, insomnia, fatigue, difficulty with concentration and poor memory. Often these symptoms are hand in hand with gastrointestinal issues, headaches, irregular or painful menses, infertility and other hormonal imbalances. By treating the whole person I can get to the root cause of the symptoms, looking at genetic, dietary/lifestyle, and other factors that might be contributing. I do not offer mental health counseling, however I work closely with several therapists to offer collaborative care.
As a naturopathic doctor, I offer a holistic approach to mental health. I work with patients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, insomnia, fatigue, difficulty with concentration and poor memory. Often these symptoms are hand in hand with gastrointestinal issues, headaches, irregular or painful menses, infertility and other hormonal imbalances. By treating the whole person I can get to the root cause of the symptoms, looking at genetic, dietary/lifestyle, and other factors that might be contributing. I do not offer mental health counseling, however I work closely with several therapists to offer collaborative care.
(206) 489-3574 View (206) 489-3574
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Wilson Clinical Services, PLLC. (Psychiatric Meds)
Psychologist, PhD, ABN, ABPP, MSCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98122
For a quicker response time, please email us instead of calling- Thank You! Wilson Clinical Services (WCS) provides psychotropic medication prescriptions (for Idaho residents) and neuropsychological exams. WCS also accepts referrals for all individuals for psychotherapy (including couples, family, & group) sessions. WCS has several clinicians, both male and female, who work with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
For a quicker response time, please email us instead of calling- Thank You! Wilson Clinical Services (WCS) provides psychotropic medication prescriptions (for Idaho residents) and neuropsychological exams. WCS also accepts referrals for all individuals for psychotherapy (including couples, family, & group) sessions. WCS has several clinicians, both male and female, who work with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
(253) 785-9909 View (253) 785-9909

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Desirae Dorsey-Medications Depression Adhd Anxiety Weight
ARNP, MHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
New Patients Welcome, offering safe, trusting, affirmative, warm, non-judgmental counseling. Life has its challenges and as a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in Mental Health and weight management, I assist my patients in achieving a higher quality of life through Talk therapy, CBT, Motivational interviewing, Boundary setting & meds. I develop relationships built on mutual respect, trust, empathy, authenticity and compassion so that concerns can be worked through together in a safe private space! Mental health medication management certification and weight loss medication (Ozempic/Zepbound) counseling offered too!
New Patients Welcome, offering safe, trusting, affirmative, warm, non-judgmental counseling. Life has its challenges and as a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in Mental Health and weight management, I assist my patients in achieving a higher quality of life through Talk therapy, CBT, Motivational interviewing, Boundary setting & meds. I develop relationships built on mutual respect, trust, empathy, authenticity and compassion so that concerns can be worked through together in a safe private space! Mental health medication management certification and weight loss medication (Ozempic/Zepbound) counseling offered too!
(360) 818-7426 View (360) 818-7426
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Reliance Health Systems
PA-C
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98007
I have been in practice of psychiatry for 15 years. I work with patients 13 and older and I offer medication management services in coordination with psychotherapy.
I have been in practice of psychiatry for 15 years. I work with patients 13 and older and I offer medication management services in coordination with psychotherapy.
(509) 204-8650 View (509) 204-8650

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Bluestone Psychological Services, LLC
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98026
Find us at: www.BluestonePS.com. At Bluestone you have access to a group of independent, private practitioners who offer a wide variety of services so you can get the type of help you need in one location. Each of us has many years of experience and advanced training within our specialty areas so you know you or your loved one are working with someone who is highly skilled and can help facilitate reaching your goals.
Find us at: www.BluestonePS.com. At Bluestone you have access to a group of independent, private practitioners who offer a wide variety of services so you can get the type of help you need in one location. Each of us has many years of experience and advanced training within our specialty areas so you know you or your loved one are working with someone who is highly skilled and can help facilitate reaching your goals.
(425) 385-0106 View (425) 385-0106
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.