Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Services
Initial Diagnostic Evaluation
This appointment includes history-taking, collateral information, medication history, bio-psycho-social assessment, patient/parent psychoeducation, diagnostic impression, recommendations, and treatment planning. Referrals to local providers or treatment centers may be provided.
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Medication Management
Patients typically follow up monthly to discuss progress and medication efficacy. Valerie will collaborate with outpatient providers as indicated to provide comprehensive care.
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Consultation/Second Opinion
A one-time psychiatric consultation for a second opinion. This includes obtaining collateral information from providers involved in your care. Referrals to providers/programs may be provided.
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Psychotherapy/CBT
Psychotherapy can help to develop a deeper understanding of self. Therapy may also be provided to help decrease feelings of distress, gain insight into behavior/emotions, improve relationships, develop life goals, and promote self-improvement. Based on your preferences and needs, a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or a psychodynamic psychotherapy approach will be primarily utilized. Some psychotherapeutic approaches include setting small achievable goals, exploration of your past, and identifying maladaptive patterns to facilitate your journey of self-discovery and healing. Psychotherapy appointments are typically scheduled weekly or biweekly.
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Catholic Psychiatry
All individuals are welcome at Elevation Psychiatry. Valerie believes in respecting the spiritual beliefs of others and will not attempt to force their faith or personal/spiritual beliefs onto patients. Upon request, Valerie is committed to integrating respected therapy practices with Catholic-based teaching.
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Telehealth
All consultations are provided virtually. The patient portal provides for HIPAA secure messaging. Due to licensing laws, you must be in Massachusetts for your telehealth appointment.
Insurance
Valerie is not on any insurance panels. She does not bill or accept payments from any federal or state payment programs, and the laws in place prohibit her from accepting patients who are eligible for such programs. Valerie can provide a billing document for you to submit for reimbursement. The reimbursement rate for out-of-network benefits may range from 20 to 90%. She recommends contacting your insurance company for details prior to starting treatment.
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No Surprise Act
The No Surprises Act went into effect in 2022. The purpose of this Act is to make sure that you are aware of fees prior to receiving treatment. More information will be provided prior to making your first appointment. Visit https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises for more information about your rights under federal law.
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To Schedule
Please use the contact form to arrange a brief free-of-charge phone conversation to discuss your treatment interests.
Consultation and Supervision Services for Nurse Practitioners
Advice provided is based on personal training and experience. Legal and financial consultation through an attorney/accountant is recommended for specific questions.
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Monthly Supervision
Supervision for new graduate psychiatric nurse practitioners
Consulting
Assistance with setting up a private psychiatry practice: $300
Includes consideration of all aspects of setting up a practice, such as template creation, selecting medical record/prescribing platforms, web building, marketing, leases, billing, finances, legal issues, among others.
Resources
If you are experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room for immediate assistance. You may also reach out to the resources below. This practice is not affiliated with the following services.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
SMS: 988
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
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Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the country to text with a trained Crisis Counselor https://www.crisistextline.org/
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National Parent Helpline
1-855-427-2736
