Psychiatric Consultation and Medication Management

Thoughtful psychiatric care informed by an understanding of the whole person.

Psychiatric symptoms rarely exist in isolation. Difficulties with mood, anxiety, attention, sleep, and emotional regulation may arise from a complex interplay of biological, psychological, relational, and environmental factors.

A comprehensive psychiatric consultation offers an opportunity to understand these experiences in the context of your medical history, personal circumstances, and psychological life.

My approach combines medical training in psychiatry with an appreciation for the ways in which emotional experience, relationships, physical health, and life circumstances influence psychological well-being.

A Thoughtful Approach to Medication

Psychiatric medication can be an important part of treatment, but deciding whether to use medication—and which approach may be most appropriate—requires careful consideration.

I work collaboratively with patients to evaluate potential benefits, limitations, and risks of medication, taking into account their treatment history, individual preferences, and broader goals.

When medication is indicated, my aim is to prescribe thoughtfully, using the simplest effective approach whenever possible, while remaining attentive to both symptom relief and quality of life.

The Relationship Between Mind and Body

Psychological symptoms can be influenced by sleep, physical health, medical conditions, and other biological factors. At times, medical evaluation or laboratory testing may help clarify contributors to emotional or cognitive difficulties.

My approach reflects an integrative understanding of psychiatric care, recognizing that psychological and physical well-being are closely connected.

When appropriate, I collaborate with primary care physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure that treatment considers relevant medical and psychological factors.

Consultation and Ongoing Care

I offer psychiatric consultations and ongoing medication management, including for individuals who are already engaged in psychotherapy with another therapist.

For patients receiving psychotherapy elsewhere, I value collaboration with their therapist, when appropriate and with the patient's permission, so that psychiatric treatment can complement the work already underway.

Ongoing medication management is structured around regular appointments, allowing for careful monitoring of treatment response, thoughtful adjustments when needed, and continuity of care over time.