Psychiatric medication management is the ongoing process of choosing, starting, monitoring, and adjusting medications for mental health conditions. At Your Own Grounds, recommendations are evidence-based and individualized to your symptoms, response, side effects, medical history, and personal preferences — and every decision is made with you.
You are the expert on how you feel. Your feedback guides every adjustment.
Our approach to medication
Kayla carefully weighs each medication’s potential benefits, side effects, and short- and long-term risks. She only recommends a treatment she would confidently support for someone she loves under the same clinical circumstances.
- Evidence-based recommendations grounded in current clinical guidelines
- Individualized choices based on your symptoms, history, other medications, and medical conditions
- Clear education about benefits, risks, side effects, and alternatives before you decide
- Starting thoughtfully and adjusting carefully based on response and tolerability
- Regular follow-up to monitor progress, side effects, and overall well-being
- Respect for your preferences, including if you want to reduce or stop a medication in the future
Already taking a psychiatric medication?
If you are already on medication prescribed by another clinician, we can review what you are taking, how well it is working, and whether any changes make sense. Bring a list of your current and past medications to your first visit.
Private pay rates for follow-up visits
- 15–20 minute follow-up without psychotherapy: $100
- 30-minute follow-up with psychotherapy: $160
Medication is one part of care
Medication rarely works alone. We also look at sleep, stress, relationships, physical health, and coping skills, and may incorporate supportive therapeutic interventions or recommend therapy alongside medication.
Conditions we treat
- Anxiety
- Depression
- OCD
- PTSD & Trauma
- Panic Disorder
- Social Anxiety
- Mood Disorders
- Seasonal Depression
- Life Transitions
- Grief & Loss
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take for psychiatric medication to work?
It depends on the medication. Many antidepressants, for example, take several weeks to show their full benefit, while some side effects can appear sooner and often ease over time. We will talk about what to expect for your specific medication and check in regularly.
What if I have side effects?
Tell us. Side effects are taken seriously and are a normal part of finding the right fit. Options may include adjusting the dose, changing the timing, or trying a different medication. Do not stop a medication suddenly without talking with your prescriber first.
How often will I need appointments?
Visits are usually more frequent when starting or changing a medication and spaced further apart once things are stable. Your schedule is based on your needs.
Can medications be prescribed through telehealth?
Many psychiatric medications can be appropriately prescribed through telehealth for eligible patients, following state and federal regulations.