1) Complete a short online questionnaire to get matched with the right provider in your state.  Currently we are seeing patients in AZ and NY.

2) Get access to the schedule and book your 45 minute focused assessment. 

3) Show up for your appt via secure telemedicine link that will be sent to your cell phone and email. 

4) Go to the pharmacy with your ID and pick up your medication if prescribed.

5) Sign up for monthly follow up appointments to fine-tune your treatment.

6) Monthly appointments are recommended for 2-3 months, then you can submit requests for refills. 

Refill fee $39: Refill fees are charged for all controlled medications.  Refills on controlled medications require that the provider check the DEA database for abuse and misuse.  The provider also checks in with the patient to review any new symptoms, new medical conditions or new medications from other prescribers.  Many other providers simply choose to have the patient come in monthly for an appointment if they are on controlled medications.  At Focused Mind Psychiatry we allow you to have your appointment every 3 months if you are stable and do not require medication changes.

We use all FDA-approved treatments for psychiatric conditions.  For example, the first treatment choice for ADHD is stimulant medicine like Adderall or Ritalin.  If you are unable to take this type of medication we can try Strattera or Wellbutrin.

Depression is treated mostly with SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) and SNRIs (serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors) There are also older medications known as tricyclics and antipsychotics that are used in moderate to severe depression. 

Anxiety is primarily treated with SSRIs, but some individuals require benzodiazepines, such as Xanax, Ativan or Klonopin.  These medicines are first line treatment for panic attacks and should be used sparingly.

After you schedule your appt, a link to get into your provider's virtual office is sent to you.  This link is a secure HIPAA-compliant line and meets privacy standards for psychiatric care. This is kind of like Zoom, but for medical appts.

You can use your link from your cell phone or lap top or tablet computer.  It works best with the Chrome browser. If you use another browser, just click on it and test it out.

Telemedicine appointments have been around for about 10 years, but have become much more popular since the COVID-19 pandemic.  Telemedicine has been a life-saver to people who live in rural towns and must travel long distances to get help. This safe and convenient method of seeing a psychiatrist has become the method of choice for many patients.  It is here to stay as we continue our journey together in this digital world.

We are accepting patients in Arizona and New York.  More states coming soon!