Collaborative treatment planning, also called shared decision-making, means you and your clinician make decisions together. At Your Own Grounds, you are encouraged to understand your diagnosis, treatment options, medications, potential benefits and risks, and alternatives so you can participate meaningfully in every decision about your care.
What you can expect
- Plain-language explanations of diagnoses and what they do — and do not — mean
- A clear overview of your treatment options, including non-medication approaches
- Honest discussion of potential benefits, risks, side effects, and alternatives
- The reasoning behind every recommendation
- Space to ask questions, voice concerns, and change your mind
- Goals that reflect what matters to you, revisited as you grow
Why shared decision-making matters
When people understand their care and help shape it, they are better equipped to notice what is working, speak up when something is not, and stay engaged in treatment. Your voice is part of the plan from the very first visit.
Conditions we treat
- Anxiety
- Depression
- OCD
- PTSD & Trauma
- Panic Disorder
- Social Anxiety
- Mood Disorders
- Seasonal Depression
- Life Transitions
- Grief & Loss
Frequently asked questions
What is shared decision-making in psychiatry?
Shared decision-making is a process in which the clinician shares medical knowledge and the patient shares their values, preferences, and experiences, and together they choose a treatment path.
Can I ask for a different treatment option?
Absolutely. You are encouraged to ask questions, share preferences, and request alternatives. We will talk through what each option involves.