Our psychiatric providers diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medications when appropriate, and work closely with your therapist and primary care provider for patients 10 and older.
A licensed practitioner can provide a comprehensive diagnostic assessment and make recommendations for medications to help manage symptoms.
Medication management involves working collaboratively with our prescribing providers as well as our support team to help ensure that the intended impact is occurring.
We believe the best care happens when your healthcare team works together. Our collaborative care model brings together your primary care provider, therapist, psychiatric provider, and other care team members to coordinate treatment, communicate about your care, and support your overall health. By working as one team, we can address both your physical and mental health needs, helping you receive more connected, personalized, and effective care.
Absolutely. We have many options available to be seen for both medication services and therapy services. You can request a consultation with one of our patient financial counselors to discuss sliding fee scales, payment plans or accommodations. We accept both state and private insurances.
This can be determined by your prescriber at your intake appointment. During the intake, the prescriber will assess needs, gain an understanding of your history and determine an appropriate interval of follow ups based on clinical recommendations.
It depends on your individual needs. During your first appointment, your provider will complete a comprehensive assessment, review your symptoms, medical and mental health history, current medications, and discuss your treatment goals. If medication is appropriate, your provider may prescribe it during the first visit. In some cases, additional information, medical records, or follow-up appointments may be needed before medication is recommended. Your provider will work with you to develop a plan that best supports your health and safety.
Do not stop taking your medication without talking to your provider first. Some medications can cause withdrawal symptoms or allow symptoms to return if they are stopped suddenly. If you are having side effects, feel your medication is no longer helping, or would like to stop taking it for any reason, contact your provider. They can discuss your concerns and, if appropriate, help you safely reduce or discontinue the medication.
Yes, when clinically appropriate. The decision to prescribe a controlled substance is based on a comprehensive evaluation and is at the discretion of your provider. Not all conditions require or are best treated with controlled medications. If a controlled substance is prescribed, you will be required to review and sign a Controlled Substance Treatment Agreement. This agreement outlines your responsibilities for taking the medication safely, storing it securely, and using it only as prescribed. As part of ongoing treatment, you may also be required to complete periodic urine drug screens, prescription monitoring reviews, pill counts, or other safety measures. These requirements help ensure safe, effective, and responsible use of controlled medications. Your provider will discuss all treatment options with you and recommend the approach that best supports your individual needs and safety.
Absolutely. We do ask that the initial appointment (assessment, psych evaluation) be completed on site to ensure appropriate documentation and paperwork is completed. Subsequent visits can be done virtually.
No – this is an insurance issue where only one visit will be covered, and the patient would be responsible for the other visit – we do not want our patients to have to cover what would be if visits were on different days
We do have options to transition to another prescriber. CHS protocol is that the request is staffed to review better fits and which providers have capacity. This meeting happens on Wednesdays and an appointment with a new provider can be made after.
Patients can start and stop episodes of care as needed, depending on symptom stability. It is important to talk with your provider about requesting stopping, and how to reengage for future services.
CHS has a dedicated team of behavioral health professionals. They are proud to provide care for the whole family. Say hello to our team below.
Behavioral Health Director
Behavioral Health Director
Psychiatrist
Psychiatrist
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
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