Psych Boston · Serving Braintree & Norfolk County
Psychiatric Medication Management in Braintree, MA
Starting, switching or stopping a psychiatric medication is a decision that deserves close follow-up. Our medication management visits focus on what is working, what is not, and the safest way to reach your goals.
Psych Boston provides psychiatric medication management for patients in Braintree, Massachusetts, from our office in Lexington and through secure telehealth. Because the commute from the South Shore can be long, many Braintree patients combine one in-person visit with telehealth follow-ups.
Psychiatric medication management for Braintree patients: who it helps
People from Braintree come to us for psychiatric medication management for many reasons, including:
- Patients starting a new psychiatric medication
- People experiencing side effects or limited benefit
- Patients who want to reduce or stop a medication safely
- Anyone transferring care from another prescriber
- Patients managing more than one medication or medical condition
- Adults and teens with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder and other conditions
What to expect
- Medication review: We review every medication and supplement you take, past trials, what helped and what did not.
- Shared decision: Your clinician explains options, expected benefits, common side effects and alternatives so you can decide together.
- Monitoring: Follow-up visits track symptoms, side effects, sleep, appetite and — when needed — lab work or vital signs.
- Adjustments: Doses are changed gradually and only with a clear reason; tapering is planned carefully to avoid withdrawal effects.
Getting care from Braintree
We do not have a separate office in Braintree; all in-person visits take place at our Lexington location. Braintree patients are usually about 35 to 40 minutes from our Lexington office via I-93 north and Route 128/I-95, depending on traffic. The MBTA Red Line terminates at Braintree Station, which also serves the Middleborough and Kingston commuter rail lines.
We regularly see patients from Braintree Square, South Braintree, East Braintree, the South Shore Plaza area and the Sunset Lake neighborhood. For many Braintree residents, a combination of an in-person first visit and telehealth follow-ups works well.
- Office: 35 Bedford St #17, Lexington, MA 02420
- Phone: 781-218-9550
- Hours: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
- Telehealth: Available for patients located in Massachusetts — learn about telehealth visits
Why patients choose Psych Boston
At Psych Boston, every plan starts with listening. Our psychiatric clinicians see patients in our Lexington office and by secure telehealth, with an emphasis on evidence-based treatment, clear communication and consistent follow-up. Meet our clinical team.
Frequently asked questions about psychiatric medication management in Braintree
Which Braintree neighborhoods do you serve?
We see patients from all parts of Braintree, including Braintree Square, South Braintree, East Braintree, the South Shore Plaza area and the Sunset Lake neighborhood, as well as surrounding Norfolk County communities.
How often are medication management visits?
Early on, visits are often every 2–4 weeks. Once you are stable, many patients are seen every 1–3 months.
Can you take over prescriptions from my previous psychiatrist?
Yes. After an initial evaluation and review of your records, our clinicians can continue or adjust your current medications.
Can medication management be done by telehealth?
Often, yes. Many follow-ups can be done by secure video for patients located in Massachusetts at the time of the visit, as long as it is clinically appropriate.
Do you have an office in Braintree?
Our office is in Lexington at 35 Bedford Street. Braintree patients are usually about 35 to 40 minutes from our Lexington office via I-93 north and Route 128/I-95, depending on traffic. Many Braintree patients also use secure telehealth, which is available to patients located in Massachusetts at the time of the visit when clinically appropriate.
Is this an emergency service?
No. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911, or go to the nearest emergency department.
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This page is for general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 or call 911.
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