Medication management is a collaborative process where a psychiatric provider-such as a psychiatric nurse practitioner or psychiatrist-works with you to determine if medication could help with your mental health symptoms. This includes evaluating your history, prescribing appropriate medications, monitoring their effects, and making adjustments as needed. The goal is to ensure medications are safe, effective, and tailored to your unique needs, often as part of a broader treatment plan that may include therapy.

Most providers recommend combining medication with therapy for the best outcomes. Medication can help manage symptoms, but therapy addresses underlying patterns, provides coping skills, and supports lasting change. At Restorative Health, we believe in an integrative approach, so medication management is often paired with therapy to support your overall well-being.

During your first appointment, your provider will review your medical and mental health history, discuss your current symptoms, and talk about your goals. You’ll have the chance to ask questions about potential medications, side effects, and how they fit into your treatment plan. Follow-up appointments are used to monitor your progress, adjust medications if needed, and ensure you feel supported throughout the process. Our intake coordinator can help you get started and answer questions about insurance coverage for these services.