Around 14% of US adults take medication to help manage anxiety. Among people with especially stressful occupations, like our students at the University of Virginia, anxiety meds can help get you through a difficult time.
Not everyone needs anxiety medication, however. To get evaluated for anxiety meds, talk to a psychiatrist in Charlottesville. A psychiatrist will assess your symptoms and provide the best solutions, such as an SSRI, Benzodiazepines, or SNRIs.
Virtual psychiatry visits are increasingly popular for their affordability, convenience, and speed. Call now and talk to an online C’ville psychiatrist within the week. Here are the steps:
Find a psychiatrist you trust. You’ll want to be completely honest about your symptoms and how medication influences you, so take your time finding someone you feel you can be open and vulnerable with. Consider factors like gender, age, experience, and cultural background. For a list of psychiatrists in Charlottesville, check out our therapist directory.
Find A Charlottesville PsychiatristMost insurances will cover psychiatry appointments and anxiety medication. Coverage will vary depending on your plan, deductible, copay, and prescription benefits, but the average out-of-pocket cost for psychiatry appointments is between $20-$30 after deductibles are met. Give Lifebulb a call to verify your insurance benefits and see if our Charlottesville psychiatrists are in-house.
Find A Charlottesville PsychiatristDuring your first appointment, your psychiatrist will ask about what symptoms you’re experiencing. It can be helpful to come with a list prepared. For a week or two before your appointment, start writing down what symptoms happen, what they feel like, and when they happen. This will help your psychiatrist determine the right anxiety medication for your needs.
Find A Charlottesville PsychiatristAnxiety medication is not a one-size-fits-all solution. There are many types of anxiety medication, and each one works differently. Your body might react poorly to one and well to another. For the first few weeks after starting anxiety medication, track how it affects your mood, stress levels, sleep quality, focus, and overall functioning. Remember, many anxiety medications take up to 2 months to reach their full effect.
Find A Charlottesville PsychiatristEffective anxiety treatment often involves ongoing communication with your psychiatrist and working with a therapist. Follow-up appointments allow you to discuss your progress, address side effects, and make changes to your treatment plan when needed. Staying engaged in care can help you manage symptoms more effectively and support long-term emotional well-being.
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Any medical doctor can prescribe anxiety medication, including primary care physicians. However, we recommend talking to a licensed Psychiatrist who specializes in anxiety treatment.
Psychiatrists are medication doctors who went through medication school, but they specialize in mental health disorders. This means they have more knowledge and experience when treating anxiety.
Therapists cannot prescribe anxiety medication, but they can diagnose anxiety disorders and are very helpful when treating anxiety.
The main types of anxiety medications available are:
SSRI: Zoloft, Lexapro, Prozac, and more. The first many psychiatrists prescribe. They are non-habit-forming and good for long-term treatment.
SNRI: Effexor, Cymbalta, and more. Used if SSRIs don’t work, if you’re experiencing both anxiety and depression, or other comorbid disorders.
“Rescue” Meds: Xanax, for example. Fast-acting medications that lower anxiety spikes and are useful at treating panic disorder or frequent panic attacks. Can be habit-forming, however, and are not meant to be used long-term.
A psychiatrist will be able to guide you to the right anxiety medication for your needs.
Start by searching local directories. Look for a psychiatrist who has experience in treating anxiety, is accepting new clients, and who accepts your insurance.
Overwhelmed? Lifebulb can help. We have in-person and online psychiatrists ready to see you this week in Charlottesville. Give our team a call or send us an email, and we’ll be happy to verify your insurance benefits.
Most insurances will cover anxiety medication and treatment. With insurance, anxiety medication costs between $10-$40 a month. Without insurance, costs range from $40 a month to over a hundred.
Remember, generic medication is usually cheaper than brand-name medications and achieve the same results. Also, many psychiatrists at Lifebulb offer affordable healthcare solutions to help keep costs down.
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