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What is Medication Management?
Medication management is the process where your psychiatrist prescribes, monitors, and adjusts any psychiatric medication you’re taking. Whether you’re being treated for depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or another mental health concern, medication management ensures an expert professional like Dr. McGuire is there for you should you have questions, need adjustments, or if you ever need to start or stop a medication. This process also ensures there is someone you can turn to should you have any adverse side effects.
Medication management is vital for anyone taking medication, as your psychiatrist will take into account your medical history, other medications you’re taking, and anything else that could affect any medication you’re on.
What to Expect from Medication Management at Cottonwood Psychiatry
At Cottonwood Psychiatry, you can look forward to the very best in psychiatric medication management. From your first appointment, we’ll discuss medications and come up with a medication management strategy that works best for you (even if that means no medication at all).
At each following appointment, Dr. McGuire will go over your medications, ask about symptoms and if anything needs to be changed, and make any necessary adjustments so you can truly live your best life. How often you have follow-up appointments will depend on your symptoms and your unique needs.
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“I cannot recommend Dr. Colleen McGuire highly enough. She has been an incredible support in helping me manage my mental health, and her care has truly been life-changing. From the very beginning, she created a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental space where I felt heard, valued, and understood.”
Additionally, no matter what your medication management plan is, you can always guarantee that all your medication records are 100% confidential. They will only be shared with any other healthcare providers with your consent. At Cottonwood Psychiatry, we want you to feel comfortable sharing with us, and that relationship can only last if you have trust in us.
Medication management can also be easily combined with therapy, and often is. It may also be combined with support networks and lifestyle changes for a full, comprehensive approach to your mental health.
At any time, if you have any questions about your medications or treatment, don’t hesitate to reach out. We pride ourselves on open communication with our clients, and that goes for medication, therapy, and everything we offer at Cottonwood Psychiatry.
Dr. Colleen McGuire
Dr. Colleen McGuire, DO, is a Board-Certified Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine specializing in Psychiatry with a background in Anthropology and Music from the University of New Mexico, pre-med studies in Denver, and a medical degree from Touro University in California. She completed her residency at the University of Colorado, serving as Chief Resident, and has held key roles such as Attending Psychiatrist and Assistant Professor at Denver Health, as well as working in various inpatient, outpatient, and telepsychiatry settings. Dr. McGuire specializes in trauma, midlife hormonal issues, and alternatives to medication, utilizing therapies like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Known for her empathetic, client-centered approach and strong collaborative relationships, she is licensed in multiple states and enjoys mentoring nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Outside of work, she is a classical pianist, swimmer, and animal lover who values personal growth and creativity.
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Dr. Colleen McGuire, DO, is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with a holistic approach to mental health. She completed her medical training at Touro University and residency at the University of Colorado, where she served as Chief Resident. Specializing in trauma, midlife hormonal issues, and alternatives to medication, Dr. McGuire integrates therapies like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Licensed in multiple states, she is known for her empathetic, client-centered care and dedication to mentoring. Outside work, she enjoys piano, swimming, and spending time with animals.