Psychiatric Services & Medication Management

Medication Management for Depression, Anxiety & More

From initial evaluation and prescription recommendations to ongoing medication management and treatment support, Stella's board certified mental health experts will work with you one on one to identify the best plan forward to get you back to feeling better faster. 

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Available in Illinois with more states coming soon.

Our Only Priority Is Your Well-Being

Medication Evaluation and Management in Illinois

Stella uses evidence-based psychopharmacology to treat adults experiencing mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

Accepting New Patients

Meet Casey Pennel, PA-C, CAQ-Psych, PMH-C

Accepting New Patients

Meet Ashley George, PA-C, PMH-C

Accepting New Patients

Meet Rochelle Butle, PA-C

Psychiatric Services in Illinois

Specialties & Conditions Treated

Stella's providers strives to provide compassionate, patient-focused care in a collaborative process with you and your therapist to achieve recovery from mental health problems. 

Medication Review

Depression

Anxiety

Emotional Trauma and PTSD

Stress & Worry

Panic Disorder

Perinatal Mood Disorders

Gender Transition

Bipolar Disorder

Gender Dysphoria

Performance Anxiety

Addiction

OCD

Mood Disorders

Suicidal Thoughts

Insomnia

ADHD

Women's Health Issues

Trichotillomania

Sexual Addiction

Psychosis

Schizoaffective

Skin Picking

And more...

PPO plans are accepted for the following insurances:

Don't see you insurance listed below? Call our care advocates to see if we accept your coverage.  

Includes Blue Choice PPO Preferred, Blue Choice Options, Professional Blue Choice PPO and Preferred Provider Organization (PPO).

HMO, HME, Medicare and Medicaid
plans are not accepted

HMO, HME, Medicare and Medicaid
plans are not accepted

HMO, HME, Medicare and Medicaid
plans are not accepted

HMO, HME, Medicare and Medicaid
plans are not accepted

HMO, HME, Medicare and Medicaid
plans are not accepted

Includes Edward-Elmhurst Health, The NorthShore Network and IL Health Partners (IHP)

HMO, HME, Medicare and Medicaid
plans are not accepted

Additional psychiatric services

Stella's team has expertise in treating a wide array of conditions in patients ages 15-65, including LGBTQI individuals and women who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Additional Services Include:

  • Emotional Support Animal Assessment and Paperwork
    Not covered by insurance, is done outside of appointment time and is offered only to our current patients.
  • Genetic Testing
    GeneSight Psychotropic is a pharmacogenomic test which analyzes how your genes may affect medication outcomes. The GeneSight test analyzes clinically important genetic variations in your DNA. Results can inform your doctor about how you may break down or respond to certain medications commonly prescribed to treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other psychiatric conditions.
  • Support Outside of Appointments
    All refills, medication changes and completion of forms and paperwork should be completed during scheduled follow-up appointments. Fees for work completed in-between appointments are not covered by insurance. This time does not include calls to let the doctor know you are doing worse or having difficulty with your medication.

FAQ

What is medication management in mental health?

Medication management in mental health, or psychiatric medication management, refers to evaluating, prescribing, monitoring, and adjusting medications for mental health conditions. The unique aspect of psychiatric medication management is that it involves the collaboration between the psychiatrist, the patient, and sometimes other healthcare providers like primary care physicians or therapist to work together to monitor the effects of the medication.

What types of medications can Stella's mental health professionals prescribe?

Some of the mental health medications Stella prescribes fall into one of the following groups:

  • Antidepressants (including SSRIs, SNRIs, NDRIs)
  • Anti-anxiety medications
  • Mood Stabilizers
  • Antipsychotics
  • Sleeping Pills
  • Stimulants

Psychiatric drugs are formulated to address different types of imbalances in neurochemistry, and prescriptions from a physician or psychiatrist are required for patients to obtain them. 

 

What conditions can Stella's medication management services help with?

Our mental health professionals at Stella have extensive expertise in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, ADHD and substance use disorders in patients ages 15-65, including LGBTQI individuals and women who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

 

How do I know if my condition needs psychiatric medication?

If you suspect that you might need psychiatric medication, the first step is to work with a trusted health professional, whether it be your primary care physician or psychiatrist, to do a full assessment of your symptoms to determine if they are caused by mental health issues and if medication is warranted. Sometimes your symptoms can be caused by lifestyle changes or physical conditions, all of which can be evaluated by a health professional to determine if medication is the best plan for your health journey. 

 

What type of doctor do I need to see for psychiatric medication (e.g. medication for anxiety and depression)?

Psychiatrists, primary care physicians, psychiatric nurses and pharmacists, physician assistants and medical doctors who can diagnose and treat mental health conditions are all qualified to prescribe medication for mental health conditions like anxiety and depression.

What are the stages of medication management? (this might be its own chart in our treatment page)

There are five stages of the medication process: (a) ordering/prescribing, (b) transcribing and verifying, (c) dispensing and delivering, (d) administering, and (e) monitoring and reporting.

How long does it take to get prescribed medication?

If a medication is indicated for treatment, your provider will be able to send the prescription directly to the pharmacy of your choice via computer on the same day.

 

What is the difference between medication management and other treatments by Stella?

Stella is best known for our innovative and interventional treatments like DSR SGB or Ketamine Infusion Therapy. These are biological treatments that are time-limited. They occur once or over a short period of time and then after a Follow-Up visit, patients can return to the care of their primary providers. Medication management is ongoing and fosters a therapeutic relationship where a patient is followed as closely as needed by the provider. Recurring appointments are needed for medication management to manage overall psychiatric symptoms and to ensure appropriate medications and doses are utilized.

 

How do I get started with medication management at Stella?

For residents of Illinois, the first step is to call us at (773) 232-5654 to schedule a psychiatric medication management consultation to evaluate your symptoms and medical history and determine if you can benefit from our psychiatric medications. Our mental health experts are here to work with you to find the best medications and treatment catered to your needs. 

 

Outside of Illinois? Get medication management with our partner, Cerebral. You can receive 30% off the first month's treatment through Stella. Get started by clicking the link here.

 

Medication management with Stella's best-in-class providers could be the change you've been looking for.

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