Psychiatric services (medication management) in Chesapeake, VA

Who Can Psychiatric NPs Help?

Psychiatric nurse practitioners (NPs) specialize in diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders. In other words, these professionals focus on helping people manage their mental illnesses. There are many reasons one might seek help from a psychiatric NP  such as:

• Panic attacks
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Night terrors
• Suffering postpartum
• Suicidal thoughts

In a nutshell, people might reach out to a psychiatric NP if they begin experiencing symptoms of a mental illness. Some common illnesses that can be remedied with medication include major and minor depression, generalized anxiety, panic attack disorder, and postpartum depression/anxiety.

What Is Medication Management and Why Is It Important?

Medication management is designed to ensure that the individual is taking their medication properly and benefitting as a result. The psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks Counseling in Chesapeake, VA meet a few main objectives in medication management, which include:

• Assessing the individual and understanding what they need, based on their symptoms, their medical history, and so on
• Developing a plan for treatment, based on their assessment
• Telling their client exactly how to take their medication
• Communicating with their client regularly to ensure optimal effects

The psychiatric NPs at Thriveworks Counseling in Chesapeake, VA are dedicated to providing their clients with the personalized care that they need and deserve. If you choose to start a relationship with one of our professionals, they will work to understand what you’re experiencing and how they can best assist you.

Schedule a Psychiatry Appointment at Thriveworks Counseling in Chesapeake, VA

Thriveworks Counseling doesn’t just offer counseling. We can offer medication management as well as other psychiatric services, too. To get started with an online psychiatric NP at Thriveworks Counseling in Chesapeake, VA, just call our office or book online today.