Medication Management in Boston, Massachusetts
You’ve tried to push through—improving sleep, cutting caffeine, exercising regularly, and talking things out—yet the symptoms remain. Anxiety may surge before work, concentration may fade midway through the day, or your mood may dip each winter without fully recovering. When consistent effort hasn’t produced relief, it may be time for a structured medication strategy rather than ongoing trial and error. At Massachusetts Psychiatry, medication management is thoughtful, systematic, and collaborative. It extends far beyond quick prescription renewals, focusing instead on stabilizing symptoms while protecting your clarity, daily functioning, and sense of self.
What Is Psychiatric Medication Management — and Is It Right for You?
Medication management is not just about writing a prescription. It’s an ongoing clinical process that begins with a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and continues through follow-up appointments designed to monitor your response, adjust dosages when needed, and minimize side effects.
At Massachusetts Psychiatry, it means:
- Thorough intake — reviewing your full psychiatric, medical, and family history before any prescription decision is made
- Shared decision-making — explaining your options clearly so you can make an informed choice, not just a compliant one
- Ongoing monitoring — scheduled follow-ups to track how your body and mind are responding, with timely adjustments
- Coordination — with your primary care provider, therapist, or other specialists (with your written consent), so your care doesn’t fall through the cracks
Medication may be the right path on its own, or it may be most effective when combined with therapy. Dr. Maurasse will be direct with you about what she thinks fits your situation — and why.
Psychiatric Services in Boston, Massachusetts
Whether you’re starting care for the first time or need more specialized support, Massachusetts Psychiatry offers a full range of services across the state.
Psychiatric Conditions We Evaluate and Treat
- Major Depressive Disorder and Treatment-Resistant Depression
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, and Panic Disorder
- ADHD (children, adolescents, and adults)
- Bipolar Disorder (I and II)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Borderline Personality Disorder (with DBT-informed approaches)
- Sleep Disorders related to psychiatric conditions
- Emerging or Complex Diagnoses requiring second-opinion review
Care That's Direct, Warm, and Practical
If past psychiatric care has felt rushed, dismissive, or like your concerns were minimized — that experience is valid, and it’s exactly what Massachusetts Psychiatry is designed to be different from.
Dr. Maurasse works from a trauma-informed lens, which means your lived experience shapes the approach — not the other way around. Every care decision accounts for what actually matters in your daily life: your sleep, your relationships, your capacity to function at work or school, and the stress you’re managing outside the office.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What age groups does Massachusetts Psychiatry serve?
Dr. Maurasse holds dual board certification in both adult psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry, which allows her to work across a wide age range — from children and teenagers through adults at any life stage. For adolescent patients, parents are actively included in the care process.
Will psychiatric medications have side effects?
All psychiatric medications carry some potential for side effects. Dr. Maurasse reviews these possibilities with you before any prescription is written, so you know what to watch for and when to reach out. Monitoring continues throughout treatment — you are not left to manage side effects on your own between appointments.
Can I ask to try a specific medication I've read about?
Yes. Dr. Maurasse welcomes informed patients. She will consider your request, explain whether it fits your clinical picture, and be honest if she thinks something else is a better starting point.
How will I know if my medication is actually working?
“Working” means different things depending on what’s being treated. For depression, it might mean noticing more energy or motivation before mood fully lifts. For anxiety, it might mean fewer physical symptoms before the worry itself quiets. Dr. Maurasse will help you identify specific, realistic markers to track before your next appointment — so you’re not left deciding on your own whether something is helping or not.