Pasadena Psychiatry

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Initial Evaluations

60-90 minutes   

The first step in treatment planning involves a comprehensive assessment.  Assessments may be either 60 minutes or 90 minutes in length.  This time will be set aside to discuss your current symptoms, past symptoms, medical history, family history, stressors, and psycho-social issues. After the assessment is complete, we will review treatment options, including combinations of psychotherapy, medications, as well as referrals to other specialties to promote overall wellness.  Please bring any prior mental health treatment records, your most recent labs, documentation of any prior/current medical issues, and a list of any medications you are taking (including dosages).   If indicated, we may recommend a physical exam by your current primary care physician (PCP), labs, or psychological testing.  The assessment is not a guarantee of ongoing treatment.  If it is deemed that you require a higher level of care than can be provided at Pasadena Psychiatry, you will be given referrals to a more appropriate level of care.  Please note, you MUST be under the care of a PCP or agree to establish care with a PCP within 3 months of starting treatment at Pasadena Psychiatry.

Second Opinions/Consultations 

Variable length
Sometimes it is helpful to get a second opinion with regards to diagnosis and/or treatment options.  We are happy to work collaboratively with an existing treatment team to provide additional insights.  If this type of assessment is what you are looking for, please let us know when booking the appointment.

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Medication Management

25 minutes 
We strive to use the lowest dose of medication necessary and the fewest number of medications possible to achieve the desired result.  In addition to medication optimization, we also incorporate recommendations regarding sleep, dietary and lifestyle changes.  If someone is already in therapy and is looking for someone to manage their psychiatric medications, we will work collaboratively with the therapist.  While therapy can be helpful for most, sometimes an individual may not need/want therapy in which case we can prescribe medications without a separate therapist being involved. 

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Therapy + Medication Management

50 minutes
For some individuals, being able to see one provider for both medication management and individual therapy makes the most sense therapeutically and practically. We are happy to discuss options with you during your initial visit. 

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Individual Therapy

50 minutes
​Pasadena Psychiatry offers psychotherapy that is tailored to meet an individual's specific needs. We recommend clients come in for sessions every 1-2 weeks in order for therapy to be most effective, however we will work with you to determine what is most appropriate. 

Family/Couples/Partner Therapy

50 - 110 minutes

While significant gains can be made in individual therapy, people do not exist in a vacuum.  As a result, involving others that are very important in one's life often makes a major impact.

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Other Professional Activities

Variable length

In addition to direct clinical care, some services may require extra time and attention outside of appointments. Examples include preparing reports or treatment summaries, phone calls to gather collateral information (beyond the initial intake evaluation), writing letters, or other requested services. When these activities require more than 10 minutes, they will be billed at a pro-rated hourly rate.

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Court appearances, depositions, or other legal-related matters are billed separately at a dedicated hourly rate, which will be discussed in advance.

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