Medication Management therapists in Santa Monica, California CA
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Daniel Slavin
Marriage and Family Therapist
I help clients think thoughtfully about medication in the context of their emotional life, symptoms, and overall well-being. While I do not prescribe, I support clients in understanding options, communicating with prescribers, and making informed, empowered decisions.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Alan Hanft
Psychiatrist, M.D.
Medication management is often an important component of a psychiatric treatment plan. Experienced, thoughtful, sensible psychopharmacological treatment can lessen severity and duration of emotional pain, distress. I do have many years of psychopharmacology experience. We can approach your medication management in a careful, methodical approach to maximize effectiveness and safety. Please call me at no charge at (310) 750-8348 if you think I may be able to be of assistance to you.
34 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Mind Study Center
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, M.D., Ph.D.,
At Mind Study Center, we offer Medication Management Therapy to help individuals effectively manage their psychiatric medications. Our team works closely with clients to monitor medication effectiveness, adjust dosages, and address any side effects, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes. By combining medication with therapy, we support clients in achieving a balanced approach to mental health, improving overall well-being, and enhancing the effectiveness of their care plan.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Kim Salinger
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MBA, MSN, PMHNP, FNP, AHN
My medication management focuses on using psychiatric medications thoughtfully and responsibly to support mental and emotional well-being. I take an integrative approach that includes careful evaluation, ongoing monitoring, and attention to medical, lifestyle, and biological factors that may influence how medications work. The goal is to use the right medication, at the right dose, with regular follow-up, while supporting overall health, balance, and quality of life.
14 Years Experience
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Azmaira Maker, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Our M.D. offers medical consultations and medical management for adult clients. Obtaining referrals, labs, and medications can be very challenging in today's world with long waiting lists and wait times. With over 20 years of medical experience, our M.D. meets with you within a week for an evaluation and can provide necessary and appropriate medical consultations for your unique needs.
28 Years Experience
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Santa Monica combines proximity to the entertainment industry with a strong wellness culture, creating demand for therapists who specialize in performance anxiety, the pressures of creative and entertainment careers, identity, and the particular stresses of living adjacent to fame and public scrutiny. The area's affluent demographic and beach lifestyle coexist with significant rates of anxiety, eating concerns, and relationship distress, and the Westside has a notably high density of experienced therapists relative to its size. Providence Saint John's Health Center and UCLA Health provide institutional mental health anchors for the Westside community. Many Santa Monica therapists also serve clients from Malibu, Pacific Palisades, and the broader Westside corridor.
Medication Management therapists in Santa Monica, California Statistics
Medication Management therapists in Santa Monica, California average 23 years of experience and charge around $225 per session. 89% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (67%), and Behavioral Therapy (56%).
Average years in practice
23 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$225
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
22%
Gender ID
| 43% |
Male |
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| 38% |
Female |
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| 13% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 78% |
In Person and Online |
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| 11% |
Online Only |
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| 11% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 67% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 56% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 56% | Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) |
| 44% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 44% | Art Therapy |
| 44% | Biopsychosocial Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Teen |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Children |
| 44% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Women |
| 33% | Black / African American |
| 22% | Asian |
| 22% | Hispanic / Latino |