Psych Boston · Serving Chelsea & Suffolk County
Psychiatric Medication Management in Chelsea, 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 Chelsea, Massachusetts, from our office in Lexington and through secure telehealth. Because driving out of Chelsea at rush hour can be slow, many Chelsea patients start with a video visit and come to Lexington only when an in-person appointment is genuinely helpful.
Psychiatric medication management for Chelsea patients: who it helps
People from Chelsea 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 Chelsea
We do not have a separate office in Chelsea; all in-person visits take place at our Lexington location. Chelsea patients usually reach Lexington in about 30 minutes via Route 16 and Route 2, depending on Tobin Bridge and Route 1 traffic. Chelsea is served by the Silver Line SL3 and Chelsea Station on the Newburyport/Rockport commuter rail line.
We regularly see patients from Bellingham Square, Chelsea Square, Prattville, Admiral's Hill and Mill Hill. For many Chelsea 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
Our Lexington-based team of psychiatric clinicians cares for adults, adolescents and children from across Massachusetts. We take time to explain options clearly and coordinate with your primary care provider and therapist when you want us to. Meet our clinical team.
Frequently asked questions about psychiatric medication management in Chelsea
Do you have an office in Chelsea?
Our office is in Lexington at 35 Bedford Street. Chelsea patients usually reach Lexington in about 30 minutes via Route 16 and Route 2, depending on Tobin Bridge and Route 1 traffic. Many Chelsea patients also use secure telehealth, which is available to patients located in Massachusetts at the time of the visit when clinically appropriate.
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.
Can I get psychiatric medication management by telehealth from Chelsea?
In many cases, yes. Chelsea 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.
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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