Outpatient Services in TX & SC
In Person and Virtual Options Available
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Medication Management
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Emphasis on thoughtful, intelligent prescribing.
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Minimization of drug/drug interactions.
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Focus on lowest effective dose with fewest medications.
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Use of complementary or alternative treatments when appropriate.
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Prescriptions sent direct to pharmacy.
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Psychotherapy
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Brief therapy integrated into most medication management appointments.
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Psychodynamic, supportive and cognitive behavioral interventions.
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Trauma-informed treatment interventions.
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Collaboration with primary psychotherapist if you have one.
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Reproductive Psychiatry
Focus on issues related to women's mental health from early adulthood through menopause, including:
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Premenstrual
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Preconception
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Peripartum
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Pregnancy
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Postpartum
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Perimenopause
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Menopause
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Second Opinion Consult
One-time consult with Dr. Tharp to discuss current functioning and symptoms, with goal of:
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Answering questions about your diagnosis and treatment plan.
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Discussion of potential interventions.
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Create a comprehensive treatment plan.
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Provide a detailed letter with treatment recommendations for your primary care doctor.
Important Additional Information About Services
As a provider of outpatient, non-emergent services, Balance Psychiatry and Wellness, PLLC, is not equipped to manage the need for high acuity/intensive psychiatric services, such as urgent care, daily intensive treatment, or the need for inpatient or after hours care. Patients with recurrent crises benefit from close monitoring through a multi-disciplinary team (including case managers, psychiatric technicians, therapist and psychiatric subspecialists), which are not available at this small practice.
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Dr. Tharp additionally does not provide forensic evaluations, court-related testimony, or mandated treatment. She does not complete long-term disability assessments. And finally, she does not treat minors (< 18 years of age).