Comprehensive Medication Management Follow-up appointments are essential to your treatment plan to assess your response to initial treatment recommendations. These 55-minute sessions are used to assess the initial response to treatment recommendations, are for medication adjustments, and may be necessary for complex cases involving a more detailed approach. Together, we review the results of medical or laboratory tests and any other information provided by your healthcare providers.
Furthermore, these appointments provide the opportunity to integrate individual psychotherapy alongside medication management. If necessary, Dr. Starling will provide the option for family conferences, facilitating discussions about diagnosis and treatment approaches. This integrative approach ensures a well-rounded and personalized treatment strategy. It also ensures that your mental health treatment plan is collaborative and comprehensive. The frequency of follow-up appointments is tailored to your specific needs, ranging from weekly to once every three months.
In a 25-minute Medication Management Follow-up session, Dr. Starling will assess your progress with current medications, facilitating prescription refills or dosage adjustments when necessary. This session may involve a review of lab results or rating scales. Additionally, Dr. Starling will integrate education about medications and supportive therapy into the session.
Collaboration remains a cornerstone, with the potential involvement of your therapist or primary care physician. The recommended frequency of follow-up appointments adapts to your specific needs, offering flexibility from weekly to once every three months. This personalized approach underscores Dr. Starling’s commitment to your well-being.
Comprehensive Medication Management Follow-up appointments are essential to the treatment plan for your child or adolescent. These 55-minute sessions are used to assess the initial response to treatment recommendations, are for complicated medication adjustments, and may be necessary for complex cases involving a more detailed approach. During these appointments, Dr. Starling will address potential medication side effects, explore alternative treatment paths if necessary, and clarify any diagnostic concerns. Together, we review the results of laboratory tests, rating scales, and any other assessments offered by your other healthcare providers.
What sets these appointments apart is their holistic approach. Beyond medication management, they offer the opportunity to integrate individual psychotherapy seamlessly. If circumstances warrant, Dr. Starling may also extend the option for family conferences, providing a space to discuss diagnoses and treatment options. This comprehensive and integrated method ensures a treatment strategy that is both thorough and personalized, reflective of the collaborative nature of your child’s mental health treatment plan.
The scheduling of follow-up appointments is adaptable, ranging from weekly to once every three months. This flexibility underscores Dr. Starling’s commitment to aligning the treatment plan with your child’s evolving needs and progress.
During a 25-minute Medication Management Follow-up session, Dr. Starling assesses your child’s response to their current medications. Adjustments to dosages are made if needed, and prescriptions are refilled. We’ll also review any new test results and monitor progress in school. Dr. Starling prioritizes ensuring parents feel confident about their child’s medications, providing education on the medications, and offering supportive therapy during our session.
Think of us as a collaborative team – if it helps, we’ll work closely with your child’s therapist and their primary care doctor. The frequency of these appointments is flexible and based on what works best for you and your child– whether it’s weekly, monthly, or every three months.
Whether you’re seeking a psychiatric evaluation, exploring medication options, or engaging in talk therapy, contacting us is a pivotal moment where the healing journey begins.