How often will I need to come in for medication management?

New medications typically require follow-up every 4–6 weeks. Once stable, appointments may be every 2–3 months.

Outpatient Psychiatry

Psychiatry & Medication Management

Q: What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a therapist?

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who diagnose and treat mental health conditions, primarily through medication. Therapists provide talk therapy. Many patients benefit from both.

Board-certified psychiatrists providing comprehensive evaluations, accurate diagnoses, and thoughtful ongoing medication management — tailored to your individual needs.

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Expert Psychiatric Care

Thoughtful Medication Management

Our board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners take the time to understand your full history — not just your symptoms — so treatment decisions are well-informed, precise, and aligned with your goals.

Medication management should be responsive and collaborative. You should never feel like you're simply being handed a prescription and sent on your way.

Meet Our Psychiatry Team

Psychiatrist consulting with a patient in a private office — Comprehensive evaluations in Portland

Our Approach

What Sets Our Psychiatry Apart

Integrated care that goes beyond a prescription pad.

Board-Certified

Expert Psychiatrists & PMHNPs

Our medical team includes board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners with deep expertise in complex mood, anxiety, and attention disorders.

Thorough

60–90 Minute Initial Evaluation

Your first appointment covers mental health history, medication trials, family history, and diagnostic formulation — with shared decision-making throughout.

Telehealth

Follow-Ups From Anywhere in Maine

Medication management follow-ups are available via secure telehealth for established patients. Stay connected between in-person visits.

Integrated

Direct Access to Interventional Care

If medications aren't enough, your psychiatrist can seamlessly refer you for TMS or Spravato — no separate referral or long waitlist.

Coordinated

Therapy + Medication Under One Roof

Your psychiatrist communicates directly with your therapist. One cohesive care plan — not siloed appointments at different practices.

Insurance

Most Major Plans Accepted

We verify your benefits before your first appointment and work to maximize coverage. Transparent billing with no surprise costs.

First Visit

What to Expect at Your Evaluation

Your initial psychiatric evaluation typically lasts 60–90 minutes. Together with your provider, you'll review symptoms, past medication trials, medical background, and treatment goals — then build a personalized care plan.

Comprehensive mental health and symptom review
Medication history and prior treatment response
Diagnostic formulation and shared decision-making
Personalized treatment plan and next steps

Follow-up medication management visits are typically 20–30 minutes, in-person or via telehealth.

Welcoming psychiatric consultation room — A calm, private setting for your evaluation

Conditions We Treat

Psychiatric Conditions We Manage

Our psychiatrists treat a full range of mental health conditions with evidence-based medication protocols tailored to each patient.

Major depressive disorder & TRD
Bipolar disorder (I, II, cyclothymia)
Generalized anxiety & panic disorder
PTSD & trauma-related disorders
ADHD
OCD & related conditions
Schizophrenia & schizoaffective disorder
Borderline personality disorder
Insomnia & sleep disorders

Emily Curto, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Your Journey

What to Expect

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Initial Evaluation

60–90 minute in-person assessment with your psychiatrist or PMHNP in Portland.

Treatment Plan

Medication, therapy, interventional options, or a combination — built collaboratively with you.

Ongoing Follow-Up

Regular medication management via in-person or telehealth. Therapy coordinated alongside.

Medications Not Enough? We Have Options.

When standard medications haven't brought relief, your psychiatrist can refer you directly to TMS or Spravato — all within the same practice, with no gap in care.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MDs or DOs) who diagnose and treat mental health conditions, primarily through medication. Therapists (LCSWs, LPCs, psychologists) provide talk therapy. Many patients benefit from both — and our integrated model makes coordination seamless.

In most cases, no referral is required. Contact us directly to schedule an initial evaluation. We verify your insurance benefits before your first appointment. View insurance details →

Patients starting a new medication typically have appointments every 4–6 weeks. Once stable, visits may be every 2–3 months. Telehealth makes it easy to stay connected between in-person visits.

Yes — and seamlessly. If medications aren't providing adequate relief, your psychiatrist can evaluate you for TMS or Spravato without a separate referral or leaving our practice.