Medication management supports the mental health treatment process by treating the symptoms of mental health issues and making it easier for individuals to focus on getting better.

While medications do not cure a disorder, when combined with psychotherapy, they can help individuals get back to their highest level of functioning. An assessment of each individual patient’s medications — prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and supplements — will determine whether they are the most effective, working in conjunction with other treatments.

Carefully managed medications also contribute to better clinical outcomes by reducing costs and the time patients spend on medication-related issues so they can focus on improving their mental health.