Starting medication management can feel intimidating, but our goal is to make the process comfortable and collaborative. Here’s what it usually looks like:
Step 1: Getting to Know You
We begin with a detailed evaluation. We’ll ask about your symptoms, medical history, family history, and past experiences with medication. This first step is about listening, understanding where you are and where you’d like to be.
Step 2: Exploring Options Together
We’ll walk through possible medications, how they work, and what side effects to expect. You’re always part of the decision. We’ll never prescribe something you don’t feel comfortable with.
Step 3: Starting Slowly and Safely
When beginning a new medication, we usually start at a low dose. This helps minimize side effects and gives us room to adjust.
Step 4: Regular Check-Ins
Finding the right medication can take time. That’s why we schedule follow-up appointments to see how you’re doing, check for side effects, and adjust your treatment as needed.
Step 5: Long-Term Partnership
Once we’ve found what works, we’ll continue to check in at regular intervals. Life changes, stressors, and even your body can affect how medication works over time. Our job is to keep you supported through all of it.
Medication Plus Therapy: A Stronger Path
While medication can provide relief, it often works best when paired with other supports. At Siyan Clinical, many of our patients benefit from a combined approach:
- Therapy: From individual counseling to group support, therapy provides tools and insights that medication alone can’t.
- TMS Therapy: For treatment-resistant depression and OCD, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation offers hope without daily medication.
- Spravato® (esketamine): An option for certain types of depression that don’t respond to traditional medications.
- Psychological Testing: Sometimes a clearer diagnosis helps guide the right treatment plan.
We believe in care that’s layered, flexible, and built around you.
Who Is Medication Management For?
Wondering if medication management could help? It might be right for you if:
- You’ve tried managing symptoms on your own but still struggle daily.
- You’ve been diagnosed with a mental health condition and want expert guidance on treatment.
- You’re already on medication but aren’t sure it’s the best fit.
- You’ve tried multiple medications before and need a more personalized plan.
You don’t need to “hit rock bottom” to benefit. Medication management is about making life easier, not waiting until things are unbearable.
Local Care, Lasting Support
We’re proud to serve patients across Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, Lake County, and Marin County. While we’re rooted in Northern California, our approach to care is simple: meet every patient with respect, compassion, and consistent support.
If you’re searching for psychiatrist medication Santa Rosa, know that you’ll find more than prescriptions at Siyan Clinical. You’ll find people who genuinely care about your well-being.
