Traditional Psychiatry

Traditional psychiatry is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Treatment is performed by medical professionals who have received additional training in the evaluation, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders. They use a combination of psychotherapy, medication management, and other interventions to help patients. 

The traditional psychiatry approach emphasizes a biomedical model, where mental disorders are viewed as arising from underlying biological factors and imbalances. Treatment typically involves prescribing psychiatric medications to address neurochemical imbalances. While effective for many conditions, traditional psychiatry has been criticized for overly relying on medication and not addressing social, psychological, and environmental factors that contribute to mental health.

Mindsight Health and Wellness offers comprehensive medication management services to help patients attain optimal mental health outcomes with a commitment to individualized care. We believe in a collaborative approach to medication management, where the client is actively involved in decision-making regarding their treatment plan.

Benefits of Medication Management

⦁ Depression
⦁ Anxiety disorders (panic attacks, social anxiety, etc.)
⦁ Bipolar disorder
⦁ Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
⦁ Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
⦁ Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
⦁ Mood disorders
⦁ Sleep disorders
⦁ And more

Assessing and diagnosing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) requires a comprehensive evaluation process. This is particularly important when working with an integrative psychiatry approach, as ADHD often presents with comorbid conditions that need to be identified and addressed.

The ADHD evaluation typically begins with a thorough clinical interview, where the nurse practitioner gathers information about the individual’s developmental history, academic and work performance, as well as any current symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The nurse practitioner will also explore the patient’s medical history, family history, and any history of trauma or adverse childhood experiences.

In addition to the clinical interview, the evaluation often includes standardized rating scales and questionnaires completed by the patient, as well as collateral information from family members or teachers. Referrals may be made for cognitive and neuropsychological testing may also be conducted to assess attention, executive functioning, and processing speed.

By taking this multifaceted approach, the nurse practitioner can make a well-informed diagnosis, understand the underlying factors contributing to the ADHD symptoms, and develop a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses the individual’s unique needs and circumstances.

Pharmacogenetic tests examine specific genes and genetic variants that are known to affect the metabolism, transportation, and binding of different psychotropic drugs. This information can help the nurse practitioner select the most appropriate medications and dosages for the individual, minimizing the risk of adverse reactions or treatment resistance.

Psychiatry is a medical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Psychiatric specialists are trained to assess both the biological and psychological aspects of mental health and provide treatment plans tailored to each individual’s needs.

• Insurance Plans accepted: MindSight Health and Wellness is accepting commercial insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, Oscar Health, Oxford, and UnitedHealthcare UHC. We can also furnish a medical receipt, commonly known as a superbill, which you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. Reimbursement rates are contingent on your individual insurance plan and may fall within a range of 0-100%. For precise information on reimbursement rates, we recommend reaching out to your insurance plan directly.
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