Treatment Approach
Treatment Approach
Select Psychiatry in Delray Beach, Florida
At Select Psychiatry in Delray Beach, Florida, Dr. Michelle Kaplan, M.D., emphasizes medication management as a crucial part of her comprehensive treatment approach. With over 20 years of experience, she prioritizes effective medication strategies before integrating psychotherapy, ensuring optimal mental health outcomes. Dr. Kaplan’s patient-centered care is tailored to the unique needs of each individual, taking into account their specific circumstances, preferences, and goals to provide expert mental health treatment. Her commitment to personalized care helps her patients achieve lasting wellness.
Patient-Centered Care
At Select Psychiatry, patient-centered care is the foundation of every treatment plan. Dr. Kaplan believes that understanding a patient’s personal mental health journey is critical to delivering effective care. Every patient is treated as an individual, with their own set of experiences, needs, and goals.
Individualized Care Plans
Each treatment plan is uniquely designed to reflect the specific needs of the patient. Dr. Kaplan conducts thorough assessments and collaborates closely with each patient to create individualized care plans. These plans often combine different types of therapy, medication options, and lifestyle recommendations to ensure the most comprehensive treatment.
Psychotherapy and Medication Management
At Select Psychiatry, Dr. Kaplan blends medication management and evidence-based psychotherapy to treat a wide range of mental health conditions, from anxiety and depression to more complex disorders like bipolar disorder and psychosis.
Evidence-Based Psychotherapy
Dr. Kaplan offers a variety of psychotherapeutic approaches that are grounded in the latest research. Each therapy modality is chosen based on the patient’s condition, goals, and preferences, ensuring that treatment is both effective and supportive. Common therapies offered include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A structured, short-term therapy designed to help patients identify and change negative thought patterns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): This therapy helps patients manage emotional regulation and develop coping strategies for distress.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT): Focused on improving communication and relationships, especially useful for mood disorders.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: An in-depth exploration of unconscious emotions and thoughts to resolve deep-rooted psychological issues.
Medication Management
Medications are often a key component of mental health treatment, especially for conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe anxiety. Dr. Kaplan offers personalized medication management, selecting the right medications and dosages based on a patient’s specific diagnosis, lifestyle, and how they respond to treatment. Ongoing monitoring ensures that medications remain effective and side effects are minimized. Regular follow-ups and open communication help to adjust medication plans as necessary to ensure long-term success.
Why Choose Select Psychiatry?
Dr. Michelle Kaplan’s treatment approach is designed with a single goal in mind: to help patients achieve better mental health through personalized care. Her extensive experience, combined with a deep commitment to patient well-being, ensures that each person receives the highest level of care possible.
Select Psychiatry provides treatment for a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders (such as major depression and bipolar disorder), psychotic disorders (including schizophrenia), and neurodevelopmental disorders (such as autism and ADHD). Whether you are seeking help for a specific psychiatric condition or looking for support on your mental health journey, Dr. Kaplan is ready to guide you toward recovery.
Take the First Step Toward Mental Wellness
If you’re ready to start your journey toward mental wellness, schedule an appointment with Dr. Michelle Kaplan today. Call (561) 922-6713 or email info@selectpsychiatry.com to book your consultation or to learn more about the treatment options available at Select Psychiatry.