No. Only a medical doctor, such as a psychiatrist or a family physician, can prescribe medication. However, when I determine that medication may be the appropriate treatment or may be an effective adjunct to the treatment I provide I will refer my clients to a psychopharmacologist for a medication evaluation.

There is a psychiatrist available at the Los Angeles clinic who can prescribe medication to patients who are pursuing that treatment option. Though the therapists at the other clinics do have doctorates in psychology, they are not medical doctors and cannot prescribe medication to you. However, the therapists at each clinic have close ties to psychiatrists and internal medicine specialists in the area and can refer you to those professionals should you wish. See similar questions...

Your clinician will need to know your family and personal medical and psychiatric histories, other medications you are taking and your current activities. Medication interactions are an important consideration, so be sure to inform your clinician of every medication you take, including over-the-counter medications and herbal remedies. Your activities are important because certain medications may make it harder for you to carry them out safely. See similar questions...

A Nurse Practitioner (N.P.) is a Registered Nurse (R.N.) with advanced academic and clinical experience, which enables him or her to diagnose and manage most common and many chronic illnesses, either independently or as part of the health care team. A Nurse Practitioner provides some care previously offered only be physicians and in most states have the ability to prescribe medications. See similar questions...

No. After a consultation I often will advise on therapeutic approaches that may be more effective. However, I am often referred patients that would benefit from combining medications with therapy. See similar questions...

Chiropractic is a conservative approach to health care that supports the body's natural ability to heal itself within certain limits. Chiropractors avoid medications, which can interfere with the body's own healing processes, produce unwanted side effects, create dependence and lead to drug-related disease or complications. Chiropractic's principles maintain that the first and best response in most illnesses and injuries should be noninvasive conservative care. See similar questions...

No, but we would be happy to refer to a psychiatrist, homeopath, nutrionist, accupuncturist or any other practioner if we think it may be helpful. Depending on the child and their age, we ask that you stay within the premises so that if a situation arises in which a therapist or the child would like you to join us you are readily available. See similar questions...

states plus the District of Columbia and Guam allow PAs to write and sign prescriptions upon delegation of this authority by a supervising physician. In these states, a pharmacist will fill a PA's script. See similar questions...

No. We can, however assess conditions such as depression and anxiety that may require medication and then help you with a referral to a family doctor or our affiliated psychiatrist for medication evaluation. Research has consistently shown that with clinical conditions that warrant prescription of medication that a combination of medication and talk-therapy yields superior results over taking medication alone. See similar questions...

DWC will confer, if need be, with your general practitioner or can refer you to a psychiatrist for medication prescriptions. See similar questions...

Yes, with the patient's or parent's clear understanding. The Food & Drug Administration has a process where pharmaceutical companies can get approval for specific uses of a medication. Many times, most often due to cost considerations, these companies may not pursue certain indications. This is an issue particularly of concern with the pediatric population where most medication needs to be prescribed "off-label". See similar questions...

Only medical doctors can prescribe medications. Our psychiatrists will prescribe medication only if it is deemed necessary and agreed to by you. See similar questions...

Your doctor may recommend antibiotics, which can be very effective for treating acne. They can be taken by mouth, or used on the skin in a lotion, cream or gel. Retinoids, such as tretinoin (brand names: Retin-A, Avita, Altinac cream) and adapalene (brand name: Differin), are other medicines for treating acne. They are usually rubbed onto the skin once a day. Be sure not to get them near your eyes, mouth and the area under your nose. See similar questions...