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SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) treat depression by increasing levels of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is one of the chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that carry signals between brain nerve cells (neurons).
SNRIs– (Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors) ease depression by affecting chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) used to communicate between brain cells. Like most antidepressants, SNRIs work by ultimately effecting changes in brain chemistry and communication in brain nerve cell circuitry known to regulate mood, to help relieve depression. SNRIs block the reabsorption (reuptake) of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain. SNRIs approved to treat depression.
Atypical Antidepressants change the levels of one or more neurotransmitters, such as dopamine, serotonin or norepinephrine.
TRICYCLIC ANTIDPRESSANTS also called cyclic antidepressants, are among the earliest antidepressants developed. They’re effective, but they’ve generally been replaced by antidepressants that cause fewer side effects. However, cyclic antidepressants may be a good option for some people. In certain cases, they relieve depression when other treatments have failed.
Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.
BENZODIAZEPINES are depressants that produce sedation and hypnosis, relieve anxiety and muscle spasms, and reduce seizures
Buspirone is used to treat anxiety disorders or in the short-term treatment of symptoms of anxiety. Buspirone is in a class of medications called anxiolytics. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain.
PANIC DISORDER is an anxiety disorder where you regularly have sudden attacks of panic or fear.
Follow-up appointments for Panic Disorder medication refills – 15 minutes
Initial visit appointments for CBT for PTSD (POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER) – 60 minutes
Follow-up visit for CBT for PTSD (POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER) – 45 minutes
Anger Management Services
A no-show fee of $25 will be charged for missed appointments, without a 24 hour notification of cancellation.
Better Days Telepsychiatry and Faith-Based Counseling is a fee-for-service practice offering telemedicine visits. We Do NOT accept insurance, so that we can provide more care at an affordable cost to more clients. Payment will be collected prior to service.
During the initial visit, a comprehensive evaluation will be obtained, in order to render a diagnosis. A personalized treatment plan will be developed based on your individual needs.
Follow up appointments are part of an on-going process, for the management of care and/or refill or adjust mediation. These appointments also allow the provider to track your progress, monitor changes, and improve your care as necessary.
Note: The visits are either counseling or medication management for the listed conditions. If during your counseling session, it determined that you need medication, you will need to make another appointment for medication` management.Forms of Payment: We accept: Debit cards, Credit cards, and Zelle