Psych Boston · Serving Cambridge & Middlesex County
Psychiatric Medication Management in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, Massachusetts, from our office in Lexington and through secure telehealth. Cambridge has a large population of students, researchers and professionals, and many patients here start with telehealth and add in-person visits as needed.
Psychiatric medication management for Cambridge patients: who it helps
People from Cambridge 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 Cambridge
We do not have a separate office in Cambridge; all in-person visits take place at our Lexington location. Cambridge patients typically drive to Lexington in 20 to 25 minutes via Route 2 or Massachusetts Avenue. The Red Line runs to Alewife, where MBTA bus routes 62 and 76 continue to Lexington Center.
We regularly see patients from Harvard Square, Central Square, Kendall Square, Porter Square and North Cambridge. For many Cambridge 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 Cambridge
Can I get psychiatric medication management by telehealth from Cambridge?
In many cases, yes. Cambridge residents can often complete visits by secure video from home or work in Massachusetts. Your clinician may recommend an in-office visit in Lexington when that would be more helpful.
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.
Which Cambridge neighborhoods do you serve?
We see patients from all parts of Cambridge, including Harvard Square, Central Square, Kendall Square, Porter Square and North Cambridge, as well as surrounding Middlesex County communities.
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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