Reliable, competent, and ethical care…

My practice style is centered around mindful compassion along with the latest trends in psychiatric medications. I believe in a balanced and conservative approach towards the use of psychiatric medications. I do a full evaluation before making any recommendations. If I feel you do not need medications, I will simply inform you so.

However, if medications would clearly be beneficial to you, I will not hesitate to make appropriate recommendations. I use the least number of medications possible, and I avoid the extended use of any that could create problems for your health. I believe medications can be essential in treating the underlying biological problems that worsen a person's ability to reach his/her life goals.  Life is by its nature intended to be fulfilling and gratifying.  When someone suffers emotionally, a medication can sometimes be the missing piece in the puzzle that allows us to reach our goals.  The question is whether we can find the compassion in ourselves to allow adequate healing.  There is always an easier way...

METHODS OF TREATMENT

• Psychotropic Medications
• Labs, if needed
• Blood Pressure monitoring, if needed
• Weight monitoring, if needed
• Recommendations for further medical studies
• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Classes
• Referrals to other clinicians such as psychotherapists, PCP's, and sleep disorder specialists
• Second psychiatric opinions, when needed