Psychiatric Medication Management in Reno

Individual therapy can help with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. Some patients also benefit from  psychiatric medication management at our Reno clinic.

Managing medication plays a critical role in psychiatry, as not all medications will work for individuals or may come with uncomfortable or even serious side effects. Our licensed Board-Certified psychiatric nurse practitioners will guide you and your therapist by answering your questions and listening to your concerns about medication. This approach is extremely important to monitor a medication’s effectiveness in the short and long term.

Mind and Body Counseling Associates offers Psychiatric Medication Management near Reno to help patients improve mental health and wellbeing. Your licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner will assist in evaluating your medications over time to determine the right prescriptions to improve your symptoms and quality of life. We see life changing results for our patients with medication management in tandem with individual therapy..

Medications for psychiatric disorders help influence our brain chemicals that regulate our emotions and thought patterns. These chemicals, called neurotransmitters, can sometimes produce unnecessary or even debilitating chemical reactions. As a result, they might lead to certain mental health conditions and mood disorders. Medications can counter the effects of negative chemical reactions and are commonly used as part of an effective psychotherapy treatment plan.

Medication can be part of an effective treatment program for mental health challenges such as:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• ADHD
• Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Sleep problems and insomnia

Our emotional health is often directly tied to our physical health, so sometimes physical symptoms are signs of more complex health issues. Low energy, burnout, mood swings, or pain can sometimes be symptoms of a mental health disorder. Other factors to consider are major life changes, grief and loss, relationships, and current events, which all can be powerful influences on our daily stressors.

We are living in a stressful, highly stimulating world. Seeking help and support sooner than later is the best step for your mental and, ultimately, physical wellness. Mind and Body Counseling Associates offers psychiatric medication management in Reno by certified mental health professionals to help patients in Reno do just that. Contact us today for your mental health concerns and psych med management needs.

Christina is a licensed board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who takes a holistic approach to mental health. She uses evidence-based lifestyle and therapy techniques along with medication management. She believes in working together with her patients to achieve individual treatment goals.

Christina graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in 2022. She has considerable experience as a psychiatric RN working with a diverse population across the lifespan.

During graduate school, Christina gained experience in outpatient psychiatry, with an emphasis in treating substance use disorders. Her work in treating alcohol use disorders is published in the Journal of Nurse Practitioners. She is well-versed in the treatment of numerous mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, mood, and personality disorders among others.

Christina is passionate about ending the stigma of talking about mental health and strives to create a safe place for her patients to thrive.

License # CS36235

GeneSight Psychotropic is a pharmacogenomic test that analyzes how your genes may affect medication outcomes. The GeneSight test analyzes clinically important genetic variations in your DNA. Results can show your doctor how you respond to specific medications for mental health conditions. These medications may include those for depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

The GeneSight Psychotropic Test must be ordered by your psychiatric medication management provider. The test is a simple cheek swab taken in our office or sent to you to be taken in the convenience of your home.